Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Beach Extension - Private tour
Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Beach Extension - Private tour
$1520
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Thailand with the "Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Beach Extension - Private tour." This immersive experience takes you from the bustling streets of Bangkok, where you'll visit iconic temples like Wat Traimit and the Grand Palace, to the vibrant floating markets of Damnoen Saduak. Explore the cultural richness of Chiang Mai, including the historic Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and the lively Wararot Market. Discover the natural beauty of Chiang Rai with a visit to the dazzling White Temple and a boat ride on the Mekong River in the Golden Triangle. Conclude your adventure with a relaxing beach extension in Phuket, renowned for its pristine sands and lively towns. Enjoy superior 4-star accommodations and private air-conditioned transfers throughout this culturally enriching and visually stunning tour. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Bangkok (30Km – 30Min)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
After you land in Bangkok International Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you before you hop on the transfer to your hotel (unescorted transfer). The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring this bustling city at leisure. Perhaps you might like to indulge yourself with a traditional Thai Massage, surprise your taste buds with the amazing local flavours and cap off the day by enjoying the sunset in any of the stylish rooftop bars that have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years… the options are limitless (own expense).
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2 : Bangkok: Royal Grand Palace & Temple Tour (5Km – 15Min)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s tour includes three of the most important Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Wat Traimit, also known as the temple of the Golden Buddha, houses a 3-metre tall statue made from solid gold and weighing in at 5.5 tonnes. We then pass through Chinatown on our way to Wat Pho, the temple of the Reclining Buddha and home to the Chedis of the Kings. At 46 metres in length and 15 metres high, the Buddha is the largest in Bangkok and illustrates the passing of the Buddha into nirvana. Next, we make our way to the Grand Palace*, one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese royal court and used to be the residence of the kings of Bangkok. Here you will see palaces which were used for different occasions including the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guesthouse and Wat Phra Keaw - the beautiful Emerald Buddha temple. To round off the outing, we stop in at a local lapidary factory and showroom where you will be able to get locally made jewellery, handicrafts and silk at competitive prices. (*The Grand Palace is closed to the public during special royal ceremonies and official government visits)
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3 : Bangkok – Maeklong Railway Market – Damnern Saduak Floating Market – Bangkok (185Km – 3Hrs)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart from Bangkok after breakfast at the hotel and head to Maeklong Railway Market, as knows as Talad Rom Hoop. Upon arrival, the guide will introduce you to the history of this area. See the action in several minutes before the train passing through the market. The process happens so quick it will amaze you for the unique moment. Then go to the world-famous floating market of “Damnoen Saduak”, there are countless floating markets throughout the country, the colourfully clad merchants at these lively markets paddle along congested canals in sturdy canoes laden with fresh fruits and vegetables to sell to shoppers on the banks. This is an exciting and fun way to see the local like and to go bargain hunting. Transfer back to Bangkok.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 4 : Bangkok – Chiang Mai (65 Mins Flight, Not Included / 5Km – 15Min)
Location: Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport (domestic flight not included). Arrive in Chiang Mai and transfer to hotel (transfer unescorted). Pick-up at 01:30 pm in central Chiang Mai followed by a guided tour of the old town and the city’s main temples. Visit the historic Wat Suan Dok and admire its 48-metre-high Sri Lankan-style chedi, which overlooks the Royal Cemetery. Continue to Wat Phra Sing in the old town and appreciate the beauty of this large complex of more than 60 buildings before visiting 14th century Wat Chedi Luang in the very heart of the old city. This ancient temple has a more rustic appearance and has been restored after decades of decay. Discover, too, the nearby Wat Chet Yot and Wat Chiang Man. Due to its age, the Chet Yot temple betrays some signs of ruin while the Chiang Man temple is renowned for its numerous elephant sculptures.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 5 : Chiang Mai – Wat Phra Doi Suthep Temple – Wararot Market – Chiang Mai (80Kms – 3Hrs)
Location: Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep to enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the city. The temple is reached by climbing a 309-step naga staircase or via cable car (included). If the views are stunning, the temple itself is even better and boasts a number of dazzling structures. Continue to the bustling Wararot Market, a historical landmark renowned for the variety and quality of its products, before visiting the fragrant flower market. In the evening, enjoy a khan toke dinner (included), a traditional northern Thai feast combined with a selection of traditional cultural performances inspired by the Lanna kingdom, which dominated northern Thailand for almost five centuries.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 6 : Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai – Elephant Poopoopaper Park– Wat Rong Khun Temple – Chiang Rai (260Km – 4 Hrs)
Location: Chiang Rai
Accommodation Name: Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to Elephant Poopoopaper Park, an eco-friendly, naturally built outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked about paper products from elephant poop fibres! The interpretive walking tour through our lush gardens brings visitors through eight different pavilions explaining each stage of our fascinating process from poo collection to rinsing to final product assembly. Visitors are encouraged to pull up a stool, roll up their sleeves and join with our talented artisans and guides and participate in our head-turning process! Complemented by the presence of rich graphics and signage, visitors will also be introduced to Chiang Mai's long and rich history of traditional papermaking and handicrafts production. After lunch (included), continue by road via Doi Saket with a stop at Wat Rong Khun, nicknamed the ‘White Temple’, a dazzling temple built in the 1990s. Its ornate all-white exterior with embedded pieces of the mirror gives it a resplendent appearance, which makes it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Continue to Chiang Rai, arriving in the afternoon and transferring to your accommodation.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Day 7 : Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle – Departure Chiang Rai (130Km – 2Hrs By Land / 240Min By Flight, Not Included) / Arrival Phuket (30Km – 1Hr)
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Check out after breakfast at the hotel and visit Chiang Sean for a panoramic view of the Golden Triangle where Laos, Myanmar and Thailand meet where the mighty River the Mekong flows through. Hop on a boat and take a trip around the Golden Triangle on a boat ride lasting around 30 minutes. After, enjoy lunch at the local restaurant (included) before being dropped off at Chiang Rai Airport at approximately 02:00 pm (we recommend to book flight WE 2135 with an ETD of 16:55). Arrival Bangkok Airport and connecting flight to Phuket (domestic flight Chiang Rai to Bangkok & Bangkok to Phuket not included). Meet and Greet in Phuket and transfer to your hotel. Free at leisure. Suggest by night explore Phuket' streets for handicrafts, delicious Thai food and nightly entertainment (own expense).
Overnight in Phuket.
Day 8 : Phuket
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast before a free day at leisure. Phuket truly is paradise on earth. Thailand's largest and most famous dream destination is as colourful as it is cosmopolitan. Full days at leisure to relax by the pool or at the beach or to take one of the many optional activities available on the spot. Phuket is a great base for island hopping with Phi Phi and James Bond Islands within easy access and you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to discover Phuket shimmering temples and colonial mansions. Your local representative will be able to help you choose and make the necessary arrangements
Overnight in Phuket.
Day 9 : Phuket
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Recharge your energies with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before enjoying a slow day of rest and relaxation.
Overnight in Phuket.
Day 10 : Phuket
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Indulge in a tasty breakfast before a full day to discover Phuket on your own pace, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the wonders of this beautiful area!
Overnight in Phuket.
Day 11 : Departure Phuket (30Km – 40Min)
Location: Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your last day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Then transfer to Phuket Airport to continue with your travelling arrangements. The transfer is unescorted.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English-, French-, German-, Italian-, or Spanish-speaking tour guides throughout the itinerary (Day 2-7).
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Accommodation
10 nights' accommodation in 4-star hotels: Century Park Bangkok, Empress Chiang Mai, Laluna Resort, and Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar.
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Meals
10 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches (Day 6, 7), and 1 Dinner (Day 5).
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Transport
Arrival and departure private transfers in air-conditioned transportation from/to Bangkok International Airport, Chiang Rai International Airport, and Phuket International Airport. Air-conditioned private transportation as stated in the programme (Day 2-7).
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Grand Palace, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Keaw, lapidary factory, Damnoen Saduak, Railway Market, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Chiang Man, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wararot and flower markets, khan toke dinner show, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Wat Rong Khun, and boat ride on Mekong River. ...more ...less
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Other
Meet & Greet at Bangkok International Airport (Day 1) and Phuket International Airport (Day 7).
What's Not Included
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Domestic Flights
Domestic flights (Bangkok-Chiang Mai on Day 4 / Chiang Rai-Phuket on Day 7) are not included.
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International Flights
International flights are not included.
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Visas
Visas are not included.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes are not included.
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Drinks During Meals
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.
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City Tax
City tax is not included and is payable on the spot.
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Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
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Camera/Video Camera Fees
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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Please Note
- 1 pax booking is assigned to a single room. For 2 adults and more, prices are per person sharing the double room. Single room supplement available upon additional cost (optional extra)
- Please note the transfers are unescorted
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Opening times of Temples and places of interest may change without prior notice. Temples and places of interest may be closed without prior notice
- In the event of changes to government taxes (+/-), rates will be adjusted accordingly to reflect any changes. The adjustment will be based on the official effective dates
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Day 4-5 Chiang Mai
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Day 6 Chiang Rai
- Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Day 7-10 Phuket
- Superior Hotel Category = Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned transfers from Bangkok International Airport, Chiang Rai International Airport, and Phuket International Airport, along with air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 10 nights of superior accommodation in 4-star hotels, including Century Park Bangkok, Empress Chiang Mai, Laluna Resort in Chiang Rai, and Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Day 4-5 Chiang Mai
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Day 6 Chiang Rai
- Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Day 7-10 Phuket
- Superior Hotel Category = Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned transfers from Bangkok International Airport, Chiang Rai International Airport, and Phuket International Airport, along with air-conditioned private transportation throughout the tour.
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What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?
The tour includes 10 nights of superior accommodation in 4-star hotels, including Century Park Bangkok, Empress Chiang Mai, Laluna Resort in Chiang Rai, and Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches (Day 6, 7), and 1 dinner (Day 5).
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to the Grand Palace, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Keaw, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and more.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour is operated with English-, French-, German-, Italian-, or Spanish-speaking tour guides throughout the itinerary (Day 2-7).
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Are domestic flights included in the tour package?
No, domestic flights (Bangkok-Chiang Mai on Day 4 / Chiang Rai-Phuket on Day 7) are not included.
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What activities are included in Chiang Mai?
In Chiang Mai, the tour includes visits to Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Chiang Man, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wararot Market, and a khan toke dinner show.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Golden Triangle?
During the visit to the Golden Triangle, you will have a panoramic view of where Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet, and you will take a boat ride on the Mekong River.
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What is the Elephant Poopoopaper Park?
The Elephant Poopoopaper Park is an eco-friendly, naturally built outdoor museum park that explains the unique steps involved in making paper products from elephant poop fibers. Visitors can participate in the process and learn about traditional papermaking and handicrafts production.
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What are the highlights of the tour in Bangkok?
Highlights in Bangkok include visits to Wat Traimit (the temple of the Golden Buddha), Wat Pho (the temple of the Reclining Buddha), the Grand Palace, and the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services thailand charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Beach Extension - Private tour
11 Days Starting in Bangkok, Thailand and ending in Phuket, Thailand
Visiting: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket
Tour operator:
Tour code:
450252
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat