Thailand Grand Tour: Temples to Tropical Beaches

After breakfast, meet your guide and driver for a full-day exploration of Bangkok’s cultural and historical highlights. Begin with the Grand Palace, visit Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha). Next, visit Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha. In the afternoon, continue to Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha) in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown. After exploring the temple, take some time to discover Chinatown, known for its bustling streets, traditional shops, and vibrant local food scene. Finally, cross the Chao Phraya River to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), where you can admire its distinctive riverside architecture and enjoy the beautiful sunset views. After the visits, return to your hotel. Overnight in Bangkok.

After breakfast, meet your guide and depart for a day of exploration in the neighboring provinces of Bangkok. Your first stop is the Maeklong Railway Market, famously known as the “Risking Life Market.” This unique market is set directly along the railway tracks. Next, continue to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of Thailand’s most famous floating markets. Upon arrival at the pier, enjoy a 30-minute boat ride through the canals to reach the market. After the visits, transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival in Chiang Rai, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Begin your exploration of Chiang Rai Province with a visit to the famous Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar. Visit Wat Phra That Pu Khao, perched on a hilltop offering panoramic views of the Golden Triangle. Continue to the Hall of Opium Museum to learn about the history of the opium trade and its impact on the region. Next, visit a Long Neck Karen village to learn about the culture, traditions, and daily life of the Karen community. In the afternoon, return to Chiang Rai and visit Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple). Overnight in Chiang Rai.

After breakfast, meet your guide and driver at the hotel and depart for Chiang Mai. Along the way, visit Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), one of Thailand’s most iconic temples. Continue to Mae Khachan Hot Springs, where you can take a short break, relax, and observe the natural hot springs. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, continue your temple exploration with a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, situated on a mountain overlooking Chiang Mai. After the visit, transfer to your hotel and check in. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Breakfast at your hotel. Today, enjoy an incredible trip to one of the best elephant parks in Northern Thailand. Drive approximately 1.5 hours south of Chiang Mai through hills, forests, and local agricultural areas. Dress in traditional Karen clothing and enjoy an introductory lesson on elephant anatomy, history, and behavior. Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with them in a natural environment while learning about their behavior and history. Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruits. Afterwards, depart from the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours back to Chiang Mai.

You will have free and easy time until transferring to the airport to Phuket. Upon arrival, meet our driver and transfer to hotel in Phuket. 

Free time

After breakfast, transfer to airport for our flight departure.