9 Days/8 Nights Departs Daily from Bangkok Thailand Essentials: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Phuket Discover rich cultural heritage, bustling cities, verdant scenery, and pristine beaches. Get under the skin of the capital, head to a cultural hub, ascend to a famous temple, and cap the journey off with turquoise waters amidst stunning limestone karsts. ACCOMMODATIONS 2 Nights Bangkok 2 Nights Chiang Mai 1 Night Chiang Rai 3 Nights Phuket
INCLUSIONS Private Arrival & Departure Transfers Per City Private Bangkok Highlights: City, Temple, and Klong Tour Private Chiang Mai City Tour Private Transfer Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai with Excursion Enroute Phi Phi Islands Tour by Speedboat Daily Breakfast ARRIVE BANGKOK: Arrival in Bangkok Transfer Overnight in Bangkok (Accommodations, Bangkok) BANGKOK: Bangkok Highlights: City, Temples and Klong Tour In the morning, visit two of the most impressive sights in the city. The Reclining Buddha at Wat Po is an enormous Buddha covered in gold leaf, lying majestically on its side. The Grand Palace has no equal and is a must-see for every visitor to Bangkok. Built by King Rama I in 1782, it was the centre of power for more than 150 years; today it is Bangkok's most celebrated landmark. Within the compound is the Temple of The Emerald Buddha - Wat Pra Kaew - which houses Thailand's most precious image of the Lord Buddha. Lunch will be served in a Thai restaurant near the river. In the afternoon, travel along the picturesque Chao Phraya River through the klongs (canals) of Thonburi. Observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways which gave the city the name Venice of the East. Finally, pay a visit to one of the city's most photographed sites, the shimmering Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). The majestic shrine has a pagoda of 79m high. It is decorated with glazed ceramic pieces that reflect the sun's rays and give the temple its name. (Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodations, Bangkok)
BANGKOK TO CHIANG MAI: After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Arrival in Chiang Mai Meet and greet with our guide then transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Chiang Mai. (Breakfast, Bangkok; Accommodations, Chiang Mai) CHIANG MAI: Chiang Mai City Tour Your afternoon tour takes you around the famous city for an up-close and personal look at some of its most notable temples, as well as stops at its old city walls, gates, and moat. The highlight of this trip is Wat Pan Tao, built in the typical wooden northern-thailand architecture, with exquisite fine carving on the eaves and door. Proceed to Wat Jet Yod with its seven spires and incredible architecture commemorating the year 2000 of the Buddha era. Then drive up to Doi Suthep to visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Suthep (built in A.D. 1384). Wat Doi Suthep is the most sacred temple in northern Thailand, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha. Overnight in Chiang Mai. (Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodations, Chiang Mai) CHIANG MAI TO CHIANG RAI: Breakfast at hotel. Then depart by road to Chiang Rai. On the way, visit Hot Spring Baan Pong Nam Ron. Visit Wat Rong Khun or the "White Temple". This temple is unique from other temples in that it has been constructed entirely in a radiant white color with sparking reflections from mirrored glass mosaics embedded in the white plaster. Continue on to take a long-tailed boat cruise approximately 1 hour to visit Karen hill tribe village. Overnight in Chiang Rai. (Breakfast, Chiang Mai; Lunch, Accommodations, Chiang Rai) CHIANG RAI TO PHUKET: *Please make sure to book a flight that departs at 3:40pm or after in order to allocate sufficient time for the Golden Triangle tour.
Drive through the Golden Triangle area where the mighty Mae Khong and Ruak rivers meet, forming a natural boundary between Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos. Visit the Opium Museum before moving on to the old city of Chiang Saen (A.D.1260), where you can marvel at the magnificent ancient ruins and temples. Lunch will be provided en-route. Afterwards, proceed to the drop off at Chiang Rai airport. Overnight in Phuket. (Breakfast & Lunch, Chiang Rai; Accommodations, Phuket) PHUKET: Phi Phi Island Tour by Join Speedboat Take a speed boat to Phi Phi island. Enjoy a swim/snorkel stop at its beach. Drive to Phi Phi Ley, famous for its birds nests. Pick up from your hotel and arrive at the prestigious Royal Phuket Marina. Depart for Maya Bay and Phi Phi Island. Relax at Maya Bay (where "The Beach" was partially filmed). Snorkel and swim in clear water at Loh Samah and Pileh Cove. Visit the Viking Cave, now home to nest producing swallows. Feed the local inhabitants at "The Monkey Beach". Appreciate the magnificent marine life at the Hin Klang (Great Coral Reef). Lunch will be served at Phi Phi Natural Resort (Private beach). After lunch, explore "Bamboo Island", a flat beautiful island blending white sand and very clear water. Relax on the beach or swim and snorkel. There is also a nice coral reef near the beach. Return to the Royal Phuket Marina and transfer back to your hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodations, Phuket) PHUKET: After breakfast, your day is free to explore Phuket and all that it has to offer. Overnight in Phuket. (Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodations, Phuket)
DEPART PHUKET: Transfer to the airport to continue on to your next Avanti destination! (Breakfast, Phuket)