Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Superior with Domestic Flights Included

Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Superior with Domestic Flights Included

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Bangkok, Golden Triangle & Phuket Superior with Domestic Flights Included

11 Days Starting in Bangkok, Thailand and ending in Phuket, Thailand

Visiting: Thailand

Tour code:

880958

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-99

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Interests:

Cultural

From: $3214

NB: Prices correct on 02-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Begin this Thai journey discovering the best of Bangkok, Thailand’s bustling capital city. Then see a different side of this beautiful country as you explore the north of Thailand and discover its main cultural attractions during four magical days, travelling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. This region is overflowing with historic monuments, dreamlike landscapes, gastronomic delights and wonderful wildlife. Leaving Chiang Mai, travel to magical Southern Thailand, boasting all types of impressive scenery, from awe-inspiring beaches to tropical forests packed with flora and fauna. Giving a rich mix of cultures, wildly different from the northern regions, from their traditional cuisine to landscapes, and even language. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.

Highlights

  • Chiang Rai: home of the unconventional and famous white temple, Chiang Rai is also a great place for street food and learning about the hill tribes

  • Golden Triangle: this natural wilderness gained unwanted notoriety in the 1960s because of the abundant opium cultivation in the area, but today has been restored to a problem-free area

  • Chiang Mai: the fragrant ‘Rose of the North’ was capital of the Lanna Kingdom founded by Mangrai the Great in the 13th century

  • Phuket: among the world’s finest beach destinations, with fine white sands, nodding palm trees, glittering seas and lively towns

  • Blessed with more than 30 amazing beaches to choose from

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival Bangkok (30Km – 30Min)


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)


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)


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, Included / 5Km – 15Min)


Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai (flight 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)


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)


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 Flights, Included) / Arrival Phuket (30Km – 1Hr)


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. Then, enjoy lunch at the local restaurant (included) before driving to Chiang Rai Airport for your flight to Bangkok. From Bangkok Airport catch a flight to Phuket (domestic flights Chiang Rai to Bangkok & Bangkok to Phuket are included). Upon arrival at Phuket Airport transfer to your hotel. 

Overnight in Phuket.

Day 8 : Phuket


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


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


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)


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

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with an English, Italian, French, German or Spanish-speaking guide (Day 2-7)

*Different languages can be combined in our vehicles. There will be a separate guide for each language.

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 10 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

Superior Hotel Category = De Prime Rangnam Hotel or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

Superior Hotel Category = Cmor by Recall Hotel or similar 4*

Day 6 Chiang Rai

Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar  4*

Day 7-9 Phuket

Superior Hotel Category =  Orchidacea Resort or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 10 Breakfasts
  • 2 Lunches (Day 6, 7)
  • 1 Dinner (Day 5)

TRANSPORT:

  • Arrival shared transfer in air-conditioned transportation from Bangkok and Phuket International Airport (Day 1, 7)
  • Air-conditioned shared transportation as stated in the programme (Day 2-7)
  • Departure shared transfer in air-conditioned transportation to Bangkok, Chiang Rai and Phuket International Airport (Day 4, 7, 11)
  • Domestic Flights from Bangkok to Chaing May (Day 4), from Chiang Rai to Bangkok and from Bangkok to Phuket (Day 7)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Grand Palace, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Keaw and lapidary factory (Day 2); Damnoen Saduak, Railway Market (Day 3); Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Chiang Man (Day 4) Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wararot and flower markets, and khan toke dinner show (Day 5) Elephant Poopoopaper Park; Wat Rong Khun (Day 6); boat ride on Mekong River (Day 7)

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet

What's Not Included

  • International flights 
  • Visas
  • Airport taxes
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

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.

Please Note

  • Only one bag per person is allowed (up to 20 kg) plus one hand luggage (up to 7 kg).
  • 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 double rooms 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

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

  • Superior Hotel Category = De Prime Rangnam Hotel or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

  • Superior Hotel Category = Cmor by Recall Hotel or similar 4*

Day 6 Chiang Rai

  • Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar  4*

Day 7-10 Phuket

  • Superior Hotel Category =  Orchidacea Resort or similar 4*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

  • Superior Hotel Category = De Prime Rangnam Hotel or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

  • Superior Hotel Category = Cmor by Recall Hotel or similar 4*

Day 6 Chiang Rai

  • Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar  4*

Day 7-10 Phuket

  • Superior Hotel Category =  Orchidacea Resort or similar 4*

Check out our Q&As

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

  • 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.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • 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. 

Reviews of this operator

Emma  

Super!!

04-Oct-2022

Tour guide war super nett! Hotels wurden aufsteigend immer besser. Hätten uns über mehr ortstypisches essen gefreut und nicht nur touristische restaurants mit an europäer angepassten speisen. Alles in allem war es eine schöne reise mit toller route :)

Lucas  

Fabolous company and staff

15-Dec-2022

Fabulous company and English-speaking guide. Great Tour minibus. Your every wish is considered.

Gabrielle  

Shear pleasure

18-Nov-2022

Taking this tour with Destination Services Thailand was a shear pleasure. The response time before and during our trip was phenomenal. Our request of having two single beds and German speaking tour guides throughout was met without any problems. One minor hiccup in Bangkok was remedied immediately after our arrival in Chiang Mai.(Our included transportation from the hotel to the airport in Bangkok didn't show up on time. Therefore, we had to take a taxi and paid ourselves for the fare. Upon our arrival in Chiang Mai, our local tour guide reimbursed us immediately). Again, excellent service! Except for this one, all the pick ups occurred on time. The included meals were always freshly prepared, delicious and plentiful and the hotels met the 4* standard. To sum it all up: my brother and I had a memorable, wonderful experience and would recommend Destination Services Thailand to anyone without hesitation. Thank you to all that contributed to our marvelous trip.

Pavel R.  

Awesome experience

26-Nov-2022

Grear tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable, had great English and was very helpful at every stage of the tour. Having AC on the bus, cold water and cool towels by our driver was super comfortable.

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    Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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