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  • Thailand In Depth

    Code: TCT05 - Duration: 13 Days
    Start: Bangkok | Finish: Bangkok
  • As a wondrous kingdom, Thailand is famous for Buddhist temples, exotic wildlife and spectacular islands. With Thailand In Depth 13 Days, you will immerse yourselves in the fascinating sceneries throughout the country. Arrival in Bangkok - the center for most commercial and economical activities of the Kingdom, you will be given a chance to discover this charming city with a variety of tourist sites such as: Royal Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaeo, Emerald Buddha Image and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, etc.. We then fly to Chiang Rai - the ancient Capital of the Lanna Kingdom where you have chance to take a cruise on the Mekong to discover the Golden Triangle famous for drugs and opium business in the old days. From here, you will venture into the surrounding jungles of Chiang Mai, visit the Hill Tribes of northern Thailand and then Chiang Mai city, the "Rose of the North." We will end the trip in Phuket where there are a lots of beautiful resorts, beaches and islands before flying back home.

    Highlights:

    • Exploration in Bangkok city with temple of the Royal Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaeo and Golden ChediThailand In Depth 13 days
    • Visit the ancient city of Ayutthaya and lovely downstream cruise back to Bangkok
    • Boat trip to explore Damnoen Saduak floating market - the most popular floating market to get an insight into a bygone way of life
    • Discovery of Golden Triangle areas, the infamous site for drugs and opium business in the old days
    • Visit the glittering temples and the hill tribe village in Chiang Mai
    • Relax and free in Phuket with beautiful beaches and Island
    • Charming hotels in great locations
    • Comfortable & spacious vehicle for transfers

    Itinerary in brief:

    Day 1: Bangkok Arrival (-/-/-)
    Day 2: Bangkok (B/L/-)
    Day 3: Bangkok - Ayuthaya - Bangkok (B/L/-)
    Day 4: Uthai Thani - Samut Songkram - Floating Market - Rose Garden (B/L/-)
    Day 5: Bangkok - Flight to Chiang Rai (B/-/-)
    Day 6: Chiang Rai (B/L/-)
    Day 7: Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai (B/L/D)
    Day 8: Chiang Mai - Flight to Phuket via Bangkok (B/-/-)
    Day 9: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)
    Day 10: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)
    Day 11: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)
    Day 12: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)
    Day 13: Phuket - Flight to Bangkok – Departure (B/-/-)

    • Ability to change the direction of the program
    • Possibility of an extension in Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia or Vietnam 

    Notes:

    - We specializes in “tailor-made” tours for groups of two or more. We carefully inspect each step of your journey from the accommodation to the perfect guide to suit your needs
    - The itinerary is open to modification to fit your personal travel needs
    - Modifications to the itinerary may increase the price of the package
    - For the price of this trip, just ask for a quote by clicking on "TOUR PRICE" above

    - If you are looking for a trip modified to your requirements, please send us your needs by filling out the form in Customize your trip” 
    - We will contact and send you a quote, excluding holiday period, within 48 hours of receiving your request. 

  • Day 1: Bangkok Arrival (-/-/-)

    Bangkok - Airport: 30km, ~40min drive

    Bangkok tonkin travel

    Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you will be met and transferred to hotel by our driver. After making sure of your successful hotel check-in, he will be pleased to leave you free time for your own lunch and leisure to recover after the long flight. The rest of the day is free for your own exploration of this exciting city.

    Meals Included: None
    Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

    Day 2: Bangkok (B/L/-)

    wat pho tonkin travel

    After breakfast at hotel, we start our city tour with a visit to Royal Grand Palace, dedicated to the Thai Royal Family’s ceremony. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, which is famous for the Emerald Buddha Image. After visiting, we continue with a visit to Wat Pho a house gigantic Reclining Buddha.

    We will board on a long tail boat trip along the Chao Phraya River and the many lively inner canals which offer some fantastic views of the local life close up. Along the way we make stopover at Wat Arun, the temple of Dawn, before lunch at a floating restaurant. In the afternoon, we will drive visit the Wat Traimit is well known as the Golden Buddha. Return to hotel and time free for relaxing.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

    Day 3: Bangkok - Ayuthaya - Bangkok (B/L/-)

    Bangkok - Ayuthaya: 80km, ~1h15min drive

    Ayuthaya tonkin travelMorning after breakfast, we will drive to the former capital city of Siam, Ayuthaya. The ancient city of Ayuthaya is known as the "Venice of the East" due to the fact that it lies along the Chao Phraya River, the tributaries of which surround Ayuthaya province. The glory of the Ayutthaya Empire (1350-1767A.D.) is evident in the remains of temples such as Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Chai Wattanaram, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon, continue to Bang Pa In to visit the Royal Summer Palace. Return to Bangkok in late afternoon. Check-in hotel for overnight.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

    Day 4: Bangkok - Samut Songkram – Floating Market – Rose Garden (B/L/-)

    Bangkok - Damnoen Saduak: 95km, ~1h30min drive

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    Early morning after breakfast, we drive to the south- west of Bangkok, visit to local market at Samut Songkram before we continue driving to Damnoen Saduak a rural floating market. We will stop to visit coconut sugar palm industry. Arriving at Damnern Saduak we will board on a long tail boat ride along the water way to the picturesque floating market of Damnern Saduak.

    After visiting these sites we continue to visit the royal Thai handicraft industrial, and then visit the Rose Garden, its consists of over 50 acres of tropical paradise with flower gardens, orchards and a typical Thai village. Thai village show starts at 3:00 p.m. and you can witness ordination into the fingernail dance, Thai boxing, hill tribe dance, sword fighting, elephants at work and folk dancing. Lunch will be in the Rose Garden. After that transfer back to Bangkok. The rest of the day is free for your personal discovery or relaxation.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Sukhothai

    Day 5: Bangkok - Flight to Chiang Rai (B/-/-)

    Bangkok - Chiang Rai: 799km, 1h20min flight

    wat rong khun tonkin travel

    After breakfast at hotel, time is free until our driver meet and transfer you to to airport for your flight to Chiang Rai, the ancient Capital of the Lanna Kingdom. Upon arriving at the airport, you will be met and transferred to hotel for check-in.

    We then visit the Chapel of Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), one of Thailand's most unique and visually stunning temples. The all-white temple was constructed by local artist, Chalermchai Kosipipat, and is famous for its contemporary and controversial take on traditional Buddhist art. After visiting this extraordinary temple. Return to Chiang Rai, time free and easy.

    Meals Included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai

    Day 6: Chiang Rai - Golden Triangle (B/L/-)

    Chiang Rai - Golden Triangle: 91km, ~1h30min drive

    Wat JD Luang

    Morning after breakfast at hotel, we take a cruise on the Mekong to discover the Golden Triangle and visit an artisan village on the Laos border. Proceed then to visit Opium Museum there to learn more about drugs and opium business in the old days. Lunch is served at the restaurant.

    In the afternoon, we reach Chiang Saen where you can visit the ruins of the first Capital of the Lanna Kingdom on the river bank and visit Wat JD Luang with oldest pagoda in the heart of the city before going back to Chiang Rai.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai

    Day 7: Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai (B/L/D)

    Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai: 200km, ~3h15min drive

    Chiang mai

    Today we venture into the surrounding jungles of Chiang Mai to visit the Hill Tribes of northern Thailand. Arrive at the Long Neck Karen Tribe, who have lived in the region since ancient times, then continue on to visitthe Big Earrings Tribe. After visiting the tribes, we board a car to Chiang Mai, the "Rose of the North." This 700-year old city boasts an eclectic fusion of historic and unique cultures. Spend the afternoon free at leisure and enjoy traditional Khantoke Lanna Dinner and Show in the evening.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai

    Day 8: Chiang Mai (B/-/-)

    Thai handicraft village

    Morning after breakfast, we drive northwest of Chiang Mai to Doi Suthep Temple, one of the North's most sacred temples. Located near the summit of Doi Suthep Mountain, the temple affords some of the finest views of Chiang Mai below. Continue on to visit a Thai Handicraft village, where we can browse traditional handmade goods, including hand-painted umbrellas, silk and hand-woven cotton. This evening, head to Chiang Mai's colorful night bazaar and walk by shops and street vendors selling a huge variety of goods.

    Meals Included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai

    Day 9: Chiang Mai - Flight to Phuket via Bangkok (B/-/-)

    Chiang Mai - Phuket: 1520km, 2h45min flight

    phuket tonkin travel

    After breakfast at hotel, you are free to spend the morning relaxing at your hotel or take a walk to visit the local market before our driver meet and transfer you to airport for flight to Phukhet via Bangkok. On arrival in Phuket, you will be met and transferred to hotel for check-in. Time free and easy.

    Meals Included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Hotel in Phuket

    Day 10: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)

    After breakfast at hotel, you are free at leisure to relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai

    Day 11: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)

    After breakfast at hotel, you are free at leisure to relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai

    Day 12: Phuket - Free (B/-/-)

    After breakfast at hotel, you are free at leisure to relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand.

    Meals Included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Rai

    Day 13: Phuket - Flight to Bangkok – Departure (B/-/-)

    Phuket - Bangkok: 840km, ~1h25min flight

    After having breakfast at hotel, time is free until our driver meet and transfer you to airport for flight to Bangkok to connect your flight home. End of our services./.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Prices

    This trip is private and therefore can be altered to suit your needs, date of commencement and budget requirements.

    Prices vary due to a number of specifics:

    • The period: during high season (from October till April), the price of services is generally higher compared to the low season (from May till September).
    • The number of participants: the more of you travel together, the less you will pay.
    • The choice of hotels: a 5-star hotel for example can cost ten times as much as a 2-star hotel; two hotels all classified among the three stars may have different prices if they are more or less charming.
    • The activities during the trip: two trips on the same itinerary and of the same length can have two different prices depending on the number and nature of activities included.
    • The booking date: in some cases, too close booking departure date can raise the price due to the low availability of services.

    Inclusion:

    • Accommodation as recommended or similar category according to availability.
    • Transfers according to program by private air-conditioned vehicle with driver except free day
    • English-speaking guide’s assistance at every stage
    • Meals as indicated in program (B: Breakfast /L: Lunch / D: Dinner)
    • Entrance fees for attractions included in the program
    • Domestic air tickets: Bangkok-Chiang Rai; Chiang Mai-Bangkok; Bangkok-Phuket; Phuket-Bangkok
    • Traditional Khantoke Lanna Dinner and Show
    • Water and cool tissues
    • Government taxes & service charge

    Exclusion:

    • Other drinks and meals not clearly mentioned
    • Early check-in, late check-out
    • Personal expenditures, tips
    • Personal insurance (compulsory)
    • Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
    • International air transfers associated with airport taxes
    • Visa and visa arrangement (available upon request)

    Booking

    Here are 2 steps to book your trip with Tonkin-Travel:

    Step 1. Focus on your travel program:

    You can choose this trip as is or customize it to your specific desires. Just click on the “Customize this trip” tab and fill in the form. One of our travel consultants will contact you within 48 hours to develop the travel program based on your specifications.

    Step 2. Booking:

    • Following the first step, tour program is selected and we access the rates.
    • Upon confirmation of the trip, the registration must be accompanied by a deposit up to 25% of the total estimate.
    • For programs with private junk (cruise) and/or 5 star hotels, the deposit is represented by 30% of the total estimate.
    • Tonkin-Travel carries out the booking process upon receipt of the deposit. Confirmation of these reservations is sent to customer within 10 days via email

    Nature of travel

    This trip is private. That implies:

    • You will be escorted by a private guide and driver. This approach guarantees a smooth trip with fewer organizational constraints.
    • You will be the master of your trip. We guarantee flexibility in organizing visits at your request.
    • Our services will be personalized according to your desires. Thus the proposals in this package are not fixed and you can bring suggest all the desired changes.
    • You receive individualized care: ample food, organizing small events (anniversary, honeymoon, etc.), targeted information, followed necessary modifications, etc.

    Accommodation

    • Accommodation is an important expenditure of your trip. When you choose a luxury trip for example, the accommodation can represent three quarters of the price. Thus, your choice of hotels is closely related to your budget.
    • Tonkin-Travel has negotiated rates with a wide range of hotels from 2 to 5 stars.
    • In some places you will have the option to choose ‘home-stay’. Although this provides less comfort that a hotel it is a truly authentic experience and highly recommended for at least one night of your journey.

    Transport

    All transfers during your trip are covered by private vehicle with driver, unless otherwise indicated in our offer. We ensure that our vehicles are new and comfortable. Fuel, tolls, accommodation, compensation and the driver are included in our offer. Only gratuities are not included and are at your discretion.

    The size of the selected vehicle is based on the number of tour participants according to the following quality standards:

    No. of participants

    2 pax

    3 pax

    From 4 to 7 pax

    From 8 to 14 pax

    From 15 to 20 pax

    Vehicle size

    Car 4-7 seats

    Car 7 or minivan 
    16 seats

    Minivan 16 seats

    Bus 24 seats

    Bus 35 or 45 seats

    Domestic flights

    If your trip includes domestic flights if any, they will be operated by Vietnam Airlines, the largest airline in Vietnam. The fleet consists mainly of Airbus and Boeing. On some short trips, the company operates 72 ATR and some Fokker.

    Rail transport

    Train travel can be offered (particularly between Hanoi-Lao Cai and Hanoi-Hue). Travelling at a speed of 60km/h on average it is not necessarily the fastest but an interesting experience nonetheless.

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