Journey into the heart of Thailand from serene Chiang Mai to bustling Bangkok via ancient cities, national parks and tranquil countryside. Discover ancient sites, cruise along peaceful waterways and explore ruined temples as you experience all that northern Thailand has to offer. Along the way, rub shoulders with locals at bustling markets and tuck into delicious street food. Bangkok - Explore the Grand Palace complex and Wat Po, the temple of the Reclining Buddha. Sukhothai - Cycle around the historic park and experience a homestay in Na Ton Chan village. Chiang Mai - See the excellent conservation work being done at Elephant Nature Park. Refreshed itinerary - Explore our newly designed 10-day itinerary for 2026, beginning in Chiang Mai.
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General information
Tour ID124770
Tour length11days
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
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Starting point
2 Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Khwaeng Wat Bowon Niwet, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
Royal Rattankosin Hotel, Hotel reception
13:00
End point
2 Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Khwaeng Wat Bowon Niwet, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
Royal Rattankosin Hotel, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join tour in Bangkok optional longtail canal trip
Day 2: Tour of Bangkok, visit Grand Palace sleeper train to Chiang Mai
Day 3: Arrive in Chiang Mai visit Doi Suthep temple walking tour of Old Town
Day 4: In Chiang Mai, visit to Elephant Nature Park
Day 5: Drive to Si Satchanalai temple ruins and continue to homestay in Naton Chan village
Day 6: In Sukhothai, explore old city ruins by bicycle drive to Uthai Thani via UNESCO site of Kamphaengphet
Day 7: Visit morning market travel by boat and bus to Ayutthaya visit Royal Palace
Day 8: Drive to Kanchanaburi journey on Death Railway and continue onto River Kwai overnight in raft house
Day 9: In Kanchanaburi, bamboo rafting on River Kwai optional visit to Sai Yok National Park
Day 10: Return to Bangkok via Maeklong railway market