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Bangkok

A true blend of ancient and cosmopolitan…temples, canals, floating markets, high rise hotels and shopping centers.

• Grand Palace Complex and Wat Phra Kaew - home of the Emerald Buddha.
• Wat Po and the Reclining Buddha
• Wat Arun – the 19th century temple of the Dawn
• Relax along the city’s Khlongs (canals)
• Stroll Patpong Night Market
• Attend a Thai Boxing Match
• Visit the famous Chatuchak Weekend Market - with some 10,000 vendors
• Tour Jim Thompson’s
• Some of the Best Shopping in the World

Note: It’s possible to do all of the above in a 3 day period. For those who like to linger and enjoy a slower pace, you will need to forgo a few elements.

Northern Thailand

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is Thailand’s largest city to the North. In comparison to Bangkok, Chiang Mai is better known for its temples, natural beauty, cultural courses, and treks to traditional hilltribes.

• Visit Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai's most famous temple
• Take a Thai Cooking Class, kick-boxing or Thai Massage class
• Trek in the National Park or to the hilltribes
• Visit the Chiang Mai Zoo with over 6000 plus animals
• Doi Inthanon National Park has Thailand's largest peak
• Elephant Nature Park - devoted to rescuing and caring for Thailand’s abused and suffering elephants.
• Visit a Local Orphanage and Temple - for some 400 ethnic minority orphans
• Viengping Children’s Home
• Trip to Chiang Rai

Southern Beaches

A thin ribbon of land divides the Gulf of Thailand from the Andamon Sea. On either side one will find world renowned islands and beaches including Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi, and Ko Samui. As with any international beach resort area, you have any number of activities involving diving, sailing, nightlife etc.. Please inquire and we would be happy to add these elements into your trip.

Multi-country Trips

Many people combine a trip to Thailand with Vietnam and/or Cambodia. See examples under suggested itineraries or visit their respective pages.