Trunks, Tribes & Beaches (Family)

14 days - from $1945

Experience the best of Thailand – ancient cities, Buddhist temples, remote villages and beautiful beaches

Thailand is often called the ‘Land of Smiles’, but it could also be known as the ‘Land of the Family’ given the importance of family, and children in particular, in Thai culture. For instance, you are expected to give your seat up for young children as well as the elderly? This devotion to family, coupled with the warmth of the people and fantastic food, makes Thailand the perfect destination for a family holiday.

From the hustle and bustle of Bangkok to the rich historical and cultural diversity of northern Thailand, this journey has much to offer everyone. The Thai Elephant Conservation Centre allows you to get up close to these majestic beasts. Chiang Mai provides an insight into both the Thai and the hill tribe people of the area with their varied history, culture and customs. The Night Bazaar in Chiang Mai represents a veritable shopper’s paradise. The impressive stupas of Ayuthaya and Sukhothai, the former capitals of the Siamese Kingdom, reflect these cities’ glorious pasts. To the west of Bangkok is Kanchanaburi and the River Kwai, a tranquil region that was the stage for dramatic events in the Second World War. But the biggest highlight of your trip is sure to be the people you meet - the level of hospitality extended to visitors will amaze you and ensure that your first visit will not be your last.

Highlights

• Bike ride among the ruins of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sukhothai - Thailand's first capital
• Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar - Lanna handicrafts and traditional wares of the hilltribes
• Close encounter at Lampang Elephant Conservation Center
• Rice barge cruise and dawn monk procession in the former capital of the Siamese empire - UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ayuthaya
• The bridge over the River Kwai at Kanchanaburi

Itinerary:

Day 1: Bangkok2: Bangkok - Kanchanaburi3: Kanchanaburi Region4: Ayuthaya5: Sukhothai6: Sukhothai – Lampang7: Lampang – Chiang Mai8: Hill tribes - Chiang Mai9: Chang Mai10: Fly to Bangkok, drive to Koh Samet11-12: Koh Samet13: Bangkok14: Bangkok
Included:

Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.

Visa costs, international airfares, departure taxes, insurance (obligatory on all trips), departure transfer, other meals, drinks, snacks, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, spending of a personal nature such as gratuities, laundry, drinks, souvenirs.