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pay their respects to the image. Continue your drive to
Ayutthaya, which was the capital of Thailand from the
14th to the 18th Century.On arrival in the city you will
proceed straight to the Ayutthaya Historical Park to
witness the ruins of the old city which was declared a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. Governed
by 35 kings of Siam during its time as the capital, the
city was destroyed by the Burmese army in 1767 but
today it’s still an impressive sight to behold. Include
“Kermit” TUK TUK around the Ancient Historical
Park Proceed to the modern city’s Muslim Quarter and
sample some unique street food – Thai cotton candy!
Time allowing there will be the chance to visit local
houses where traditional Thai handicrafts are produced
before heading to a local market. After lunch at a local
restaurant head south to the Bang Pa-In Summer
Palace dating back To the 17th Century and revived
and restored in the 19th Century, We’ll stay the night
in Ayutthaya (B,L)

Day 5

Ayuthaya • Uthai Thani • Sukhothai

The journey north continues today to the city of Uthai
Thani, situated on the western bank of the Sakae
Krang River. Begin your exploration of the city with a
visit to Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri and the striking
temple Wat Tha Sung. Later you will take a trip along
the Sakae Krang River on a traditional rice barge,
witnessing life on the water - seemingly unchanged
throughout the centuries. You’ll enjoy lunch on board
as you make your way along the river observing the
simple way of life and houses built on bamboo rafts
complete with floating gardens and fish farms. The
next stop of the day is the city of Phitsanulok where
you will visit the Cha Tawee Folk Museum and the
riverside temple of Wat Phra Si Ratana Mahathat,
home to one of the most sacred images of Buddha in
all of Thailand. From here we’ll continue on to the city of
Sukhothai, where we’ll spend the next two nights. (B,L)

Day 6

Sukhothai

Today’s visit to the Sukhothai Historical Park is one of
the tour’s real highlights. You will have the opportunity
to explore the ruins of what was the first capital of
the Kingdom of Siam. Built in the 13th century,
the beautiful buildings here – which include stupas,
temples, a monastery and the royal palace – mark the
beginning of the Thai architecture style you’ve observed

throughout the country. This afternoon we’ll share
a delicious organic lunch at Baan Hom Glin Din
Restaurant while looking out over vast fields of rice. (B,L)

Day 7

Sukhothai • Lampang • Pa Yao • Chiang Rai

Much of today will be spent on the journey north to the
city of Chiang Rai, located just kilometers south of the
border with Myanmar (Burma). En route, we’ll stop at
a pineapple plantation near the town of Lampang and
pass through the lakeside town of Phayao. We’ll take
lunch at a local restaurant. Upon our arrival in Chiang
Rai we’ll head off to see the famed Golden Triangle,
the point on the Mekong River where the nations of
Thailand, Burma and Laos meet. While here you
can visit the intimate Opium House and learn about
the poppy and it cultivation in the region. We’ll stay the
night here. (B,L)

Day 8

Chiang Rai • Chiang Mai

Our morning begins with a visit to the two hill tribe
villages of Akha and Yao where you will meet with
some of the fascinating tribespeople of Northern
Thailand. Our tour will then continue on to Chiang
Mai, home for the next three nights. Upon arrival in
this intriguing, laid-back city we’ll head to the San
Kamphaeng district, visit a Handicraft Centre and
take our lunch at a local restaurant. This evening’s
traditional Thai Dinner is a memorable affair filled with
the traditional dances and songs of ancient Thailand
and the local hill tribes. (B,L,D)

Day 9

Chiang Mai • Full-day Elephant Nature Park

Today you’ll enjoy a full-day visit to Elephant Nature
Park, a sanctuary for elephants, buffalo, dogs,
cats, birds and many other rescued animals. Your day
begins at 8am with a pickup at the hotel and starts with
a picturesque drive through the countryside to the park.
Here you will hear the personal stories of rescued and
orphaned elephants and witness how they became a
proud herd, freed from abuse for the first time in their
lives. You will have a chance to feed the elephants
from a viewing platform before sitting down to your
own lunch, a sumptuous and varied buffet of Asian
and International dishes. After lunch, it’s bath time!
You’ll walk with our staff and the elephants to the river
that skirts the park and bathe these gentle giants as

they splash around. If going into the river is not for you,
then watch the elephants bathe and play while you
stay dry on the riverbank. By late afternoon it’s time for
goodbyes to the elephants and to Elephant Nature
Park – it’s about an hour’s drive back to your hotel.
*Park visits are all about spending quality time observing
and being with the herd. We do not adhere to a strict
schedule; the best way to make the most of your visit
is to relax, watch and learn from the elephants. Visitors
find their visit to Elephant Nature Park both rewarding
and relaxing. Your visit helps support regional projects
and offers a unique opportunity to further elephant
conservation. (B,L)

Day 10

Chiang Mai

This morning you will visit a local farmhouse in Mae
Rim on the outskirts of the city before taking a long-
tail boat and enjoy a half hour cruise along the Mae
Ping River. During the trip you will witness life along
the river before docking and walking to the Waroros
fresh food market. For lunch today you will have the
opportunity to sample the traditional Thai meal of Khao
Soi before you take a tour of the historic sights of the
city itself. Later you will head up into the mountains to
visit the Chang Khien Coffee Research Project,
and the Hmong village of Chang Khienon where the
inhabitants still wear traditional dress dating back some
500 years. The final stop of the day will take you to
Doi Suthep to climb the 300 steps (or take the cable
car) to the hilltop temple Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. (B)

Day 11

Chiang Mai • Phuket

Today you’ll check out and transfer to Chiang Mai airport
for a flight to Phuket (Flight not included) After arriving
at Phuket airport, we’ll meet our guide and head to our
hotel, our home for three nights. (B)

Day 12

Phuket • Full-day Phi Phi Island Tour

This morning, we’ll head to the pier and board a
speedboat to Phi Phi Island. We’ll take in Loh Sa Mah
and Phi Phi Ley Cove as well as Maya Bay, setting of
the film “The Beach” (Leonardo Di Caprio and Tilda
Swinton...). A chance to observe the majestic undersea
world is also available for guests who enjoy snorkelling.
If you are more an exploring type of person and Phi
Phi’s natural beauty is not enough, there is plenty to
do on and off the island. Phi Phi Ley is home to the
Viking Cave, a large limestone cavern, where ancient
rock paintings can be found. After lunch at a beachside
restaurant, we will journey to Bamboo Island and
can enjoy some free time to swim, snorkel or simply
rest on the beach. The departure in the afternoon will
be from Hin Klang Island, and it’s back to Phuket and
our hotel. (B,L)

Day 13

Phuket

Today is yours – rest, explore – we’re here for the
night. (B)

Day 14

Depart Phuket

Today we bid goodbye to this magical land and transfer
to Phuket airport for our waiting flights. (B)

Northern Thailand Adventure

City

Standard

First Class

Deluxe

Bangkok

Furama Xclusive Sathorn Ramada Plaza Maenam Riverside Royal Orchid Sheraton

Ayuthaya

Krung Sri River

Kantary Resort

Sukhothai

Legendha Sukhothai

Chiang Rai

Wiang Inn Chiang Rai

Legend Chiang Rai

Le Meridien Chiang Rai

Chiang Mai

Park Chiang Mai

Aruntara Riverside Boutique

Shangri- La Chiang Mai

Phuket

Best Western Phuket Ocean Novotel Vintage Park Resort Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket

Period

Double

Single

Double

Single

Double

Single

Jan 15 - Feb 28, 2018

$2,794

$4,838

$3,419

$6,099

$4,128

$7,514

Mar 1 - Mar 31, 2018

$2,794

$4,838

$3,313

$5,889

$3,877

$7,011

Apr 1 - Oct 31, 2018

$2,527

$4,376

$2,874

$5,085

$3,549

$6,373

Nov 1 - Dec 23, 2018

$2,723

$4,766

$3,189

$5,715

$3,936

$7,149

Dec 24 - Jan 10, 2019

On RequestOn RequestOn Request

Jan 11 - Feb 13, 2019

$2,754

$4,828

$3,261

$5,859

$4,201

$7,678

Feb 14 - 20, 2019

On RequestOn Request

$3,106

$5,580

$4,001

$7,312

Feb 21 - Mar 31, 2019

$2,754

$4,828

$3,201

$5,739

$3,936

$7,149

Prices are in USD

ASIA | THAILAND

Northern Thailand Adventure