8 Nights Thailand Classic Journeys & Krabi Stay


8 Nights Thailand Classic Journeys & Krabi Stay

Nights:
08 Nights/09 Days
Board Basis:
Meals According To Itinerary
Destinations:
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Chiang Rai

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Thailand Classic Journeys & Krabi Stay  Destinations Covered: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Chiang Rai     Duration: 08 Nights/09 Days

Itinerary

Arrive Bangkok airport, Welcome by our representative local English speaking guide. Rest of the day free available to customers.
Overnight at Bangkok hotel

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Pick up from your hotel and transfer to visit Wat Traimit, the Temple of the Golden Buddha, which houses an impressive and solid 3-meter-high golden Buddha, weighing 5 ½ tons, carved in a wonderful "Sukhothai" style. Then we continue to Wat Pho, the Reclining Buddha Temple, from which you will need an extensive list of superlatives to give honorable justice to this great work of art and religious worship. It is, of the temples of Bangkok, the oldest and largest; inside you can admire the largest Reclining Buddha in the whole collection of Buddha images in Thailand. It is also well known for being the first public education center. Then we will go to the Old Royal Palace, former residence of the Thai Kings, built by King Rama I in 1782. The site has several buildings among which the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha, also known as Wat Phra Kaew, stands out. In it you can contemplate the famous, Sculpture of Buddha, of 48.3 centimeters, made in a single piece of jade of emerald color, of incalculable value and of great artistic beauty. This image of the Buddha has three "garments" that are changed at different times during the year. As for its antiquity, it is estimated that it was sculpted in southern China around the 15th century. Thais believe that praying in front of this image brings good luck. Other important visits within the enclosure are the 9 Towers and the Pantheon of the Kings, the proud golden domes; the inspired capitals; exotic murals on the walls; impressive ceramic decorations. They are all simple and simple words to describe the magnificence of the most prominent and important point of Bangkok - the great royal palace. It can also be interesting to visit some of the cameras / interior rooms such as the Throne Room, the Official Reception Hall and the Coronation Hall (closed on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and special occasions) and then transfer to Riva Surya for lunch. Afterword transfer back to your hotel with time to rest.
Note: To carry out this visit, the ladies must wear a long skirt and a strapless shirt and the gentlemen wear long pants and a normal shirt, without strips.
Overnight at Bangkok hotel

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Chiang Rai.

Arrive in Chiang Rai airport, welcomed by our English speaking guide and drive by private air-conditioned vehicle to check in at hotel. P.M.: Continue to visit the heart of the renowned golden triangle where the Ruak and Mekong Rivers meet. You can stand on a hilltop and enjoy views over Burma, Laos, Thailand and the mighty Mekong River. We will then drive to Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost town near the Burma border. You can watch Thai and Burmese locals walking across the bridge separating the two countries. There are excellent opportunities to buy Burmese handicrafts at reasonable prices.
Overnight at your Chaign Rai hotel

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. After breakfast, transfer to the pier and take a boat trip along the Kok River also visit to Karen hill tribe village on the river bank (not Long Neck Karen). Cruise back and Depart Chiang Rai and stop to admire the beauty of the Wat Rong Khun or White Temple, admire the beauty of Temple which symbolizes the purity of Buddhism with its bright white color and ornaments mirrors through Splendid Mountain scenery and tropical jungle approx. approx. 3-4 hours via Wiang Pa Pao district to Chiang Mai and lunch at local restaurant. After lunch, drive up to visit Doi Suthep, the most revered temple in the northern area. You will take the cable car to go up all the way. From the top you will get a magnificent view over the Chiang Mai valley. Check in at hotel & refreshment. Tonight, will be treated to the ceremonial north Thai dinner known as Kan Toke. Traditional dishes will be served while you watch elegant dancers performing a series of folk stories. Colorfully dressed, hill tribes will perform their own traditional dances after dinner.

Overnight at your Chiang Mai hotel

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. After Breakfast, drive approximately 50 Mins North of Chiang Mai through a forest, and local farming areas. Arrive at Kanta Elephant Sanctuary. Walk through and learn about the elephants, change into traditional clothing and prepare fruits for our elephants. Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment and get muddy as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants. Walk with and observe elephants when they are in a river for bathe and you have chance to join them. Get some tea, coffee and season fruit then say goodbye to the elephants. Leave Kanta Elephant Sanctuary. Continue drive to orchid plantation and buffet lunch is served, here we will appreciate the unique beauty of this floral species. Further drive to visit the popular street of artisans where most traditional decorative objects are manufactured north from his famous hand-painted to jewelry and gemstones parasols and woodcarvings, silks cotton.

Overnight at your Chiang Mai hotel

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to the Krabi. Upon arrival at the Krabi airport, you well meet our representative and transfer to your hotel, check in your room and time will be at leisure.

Overnight at your Krabi hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Exciting island-hopping to the tropical hot spots in the Krabi Sea: Phra Nang Cave, Tup Isl., Chicken Isl and Poda Isl Swimming, snorkeling sunbathing, exploring and photo-graphy are the main activities to enjoy. Expect plenty of sun, a rich variety of corals and fish, crystal clear waters and white powdery sand beaches, lined with coconut palms. Fast and fun. 08:00 – 08:30 Pick up from hotel + transfer to pier.
09:00 – Depart by Speed Boat, destination Krabi 4 Islands.
1st stop Pranang Beach
Secluded peninsula, inaccessible by car. Just a short walk away is a Princess Cave with a decorative spirit house. Free time for sunbathing, swimming, photography, exploring.
2nd stop Tup Island
Exotic Tropical Island, ideal for easy snorkeling and exploring on foot. If the tide is low, you can walk along the white, sandy causeway joining the neighboring island.
3rd stop Chicken Island
Natural landmark, named after the shape of its unique limestone rock jutting out into the sea. Excellent snorkeling opportunities in warm, inviting waters, rich in coral life.
4th stop Poda Island
Stunning jewel of the Andaman Sea with both lowland, picturesque bamboo plantation and majestic, rocky cliffs, bordered by long, beautiful beach. Lunch at the beach and break.
14:00 – Return to pier + hotel transfer.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day at your disposal to enjoy the wonderful beaches of the area or make an optional visit that will be offered locally.
Overnight at your Krabi hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Rest of the day free until the transfer to the Krabi airport.

Price Included

  • 8 nights’ accommodation
  • 5* Anantara Riverside Hotel Bangkok in Deluxe Room
  • 4*+ The Riverie by Katathani Chiang Rai in Deluxe Garden Room
  • 5* Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort Chiang Mai in Deluxe Riverside Room
  • 5* Dusit Thani Krabi Resort in Deluxe Room
  • Private transfers from/to : Airport – Hotel – Airport with English Speaking Guide
  • Private tour accompanied by English Speaking Guide. Except 4 Island Tour is joining group basic
  • Meal plan as mentioned in the program: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner
  • Admission fee of places as mentioned in the program
  • VAT and service charge

Prices Exclude

  • Other expenses not mentioned in the program
  • Other meals
  • Other admission fee not stated in the program

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