(29.12.07-06.01.08//07.01.08-14.01.08)
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Upon arrival Bangkok. Upon arrival, meet & greet tour tour guide then transfer to the hotel. Enjoy dinner and world class show at Ratchada Theater called Siam Niramit. (O/N in Bangkok ) (D)
Day 2: Damneonsaduak Floating Market – Kanchanaburi. Enjoy the colorful floating market before continue to Kanchanaburi to see the World War II monument namely the Bridge over the River Kwai, war museum, War Cemetery, Tiger Temples, Death Railway, Hell Fire pass. (O/N in Kanchanaburi) (B, L, D)
Day 3: Ayutthaya – Ruin of temples – Bang Pa In Summer Palace. Visit at the Former Capital of Thailand, Ayutthaya and Ruin of temples including Bang Pa-In Summer Palace one of the most beautiful summer palace of Thaland. (O/N in Ayutthaya) (B, L, D)
Day 4: Lopburi – Phitsanulok – Sukhothai. Drive up north to Sukhothai the first capital of Siam. En-route at Lopburi to see the Monkey House & Prang Samyod Lopburi Landmark bulit since King Narai the Great. Later on, continue to Phitsanulok for pay respect to the most beautiful lord Buddha image namely Phra Buddha Chinnaraja at Wat Phra Sri Rattanamahasasadaram. Upon arrival in Sukhothai check in and free on own. (O/N in Sukhothai) (B, L, D)
Day 5: Sukhothai – Lampang. Tour to Sri Satchanalai Historical Park. It is located on the bank of the Yom River at Tambon Muang Kao, Si Satchanalai county, only 55 km. from the town of Sukhothai. The ancient town, formerly call "Muang Chaliang", was named "S Satchanalai" during the Phra Ruang Dynasty when a new administrative centre was established to replace Chaliang. This ancient town occupied more than 320 hectares (800 acres) of land. Of this, the 91- hectare (288 acres) area within the old laterite ramparts and the city moat is the focus of sightseeing in the historical park. Then embark to Lampang and visit at Wat Phratart Lampang Luang one of the most finest Lanna Temple. Check in at the hotel and free at leisure. (O/N in Lampang) (B, L, D)
Day 6: Lampang – Lamphoon – Chiang Mai. Visit at Lampang Elephant Conservation Center to see elephant at works before continue to Chiang Mai. Lunch at a local restaurant. En-route at Lamphoon for visit at Wat Phratat Hariphoonchai before proceed to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and free at leisure until the evening. Enjoy a superb Kantoke Dinner while being entertained by a selection of traditional Thai culture and folk performances.
Kantoke is the customary northern Thai style of eating with the food being served in large platters at low tables while you sit on mats on the floor. As you enjoy your meal, let yourself be entertained by a selection of northern cultural performances. Visit at Chiang Mai Night Bazaar for hopping before return to the hotel. (O/N in Chiang Mai) (B, L, D)
Day 7: Doi Suthep – Home Industrial Village. The journey begins with a visit to a Meo Hill tribe village. Since they originally migrated from South China, the physical features of the tribe are similar to Chinese. They prefer large families and average about 8 in a family. They practice shifting agriculture. Mostly planting upland rice, corn and soybeans. Generally you will find that the womenfolk’s works harder than the men. A traits similar with most hill tribes. Their houses are not built on stilt rather directly on the ground. Due to its proximity to Doi Suthep this particular village is slightly more commercial and less traditional.
Doi Pui was once famous for opium cultivation. It’s 1500 metre above the sea level. Trip continues on to Wat Doi Suthep Temple. Driving up offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai city. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon, tour to San Kamphaeng district, heart of the silk and cotton home industries, to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics.
Continue on the Bor Sang, the umbrella village, where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand-painted. From here, onwards to Thai Celadon, about 6kms north of Chiang Mai, where exquisite ceramics are produced. These are modeled on the Sawankhalok pottery that used to be made hundreds of years ago at Sukhothai and exported all over the region. With its deep, cracked glazed finish the style is very distinctive and some pieces are exceptionally beautiful. Last but not least, are stops to observe the intricacies of both lacquerware and silverware craftsmen. (O/N in Chiang Mai) (B, L, D)
Day 8: Elephant Safari. Visit the Elephant Camp at Mae Taman Camp, to see the 'Elephants at Works. You have a chance to ride the elephants crossing the river and into the forest. This lasts about 1 hour. Then return by oxcart to the elephant village followed by lunch. After lunch, enjoy a bamboo rafting adventure along the river, for around 45 minutes. Then, onwards to an orchid farm, where there are many beautiful species of orchid. (O/N in Chiang Mai) (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chiang Mai – Bangkok by flight (B). Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for flight departure to Bangkok
Bangkok: Silom Serene, Le Felix Hotel
Kanchanaburi: Felix River Kwai, Pung-Waan Resort
Ayutthaya: Krung Sri River, Woraburi Ayothaya
Sukhothai: Taraburi Resort & Spa or similar
Lampang: Lampang River Lodge or similar
Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai Plaza, Central Duangtawan
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Price per person = US$ 918 / pax (twin sharing)
Included:
- Accommodations as mention based on twin sharing
- Ground transfers as air-conditioned van (A&F joined group only)
- English Local Speaking Guide
- Entry fees
- Meals: Full board (08 Breakfasts, 07 Lunches & 08 Dinners)
- Sightseeing tours as stated in itinerary
- Air ticket Chiang Mai – Bangkok ( Incl. Airport tax)
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