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Best of Thailand: Temples, Elephants and Beaches

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Best of Thailand: Temples, Elephants and Beaches

  • Spend three nights in Bangkok
  • Go on an evening tuk-tuk tour through the city
  • Visit the floating market in Damnern Saduak
  • Encounter elephant at the Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort
  • See gleaming temples in Chiang Mai
  • Explore the night market and sample local street food
  • Enjoy beach time in Khao Lak

    • Journey through Thailand on this 12-night tailor-made holiday and discover culture, wildlife and beaches.

    Bustling and buzzing, Bangkok is the natural starting point for this itinerary – think tuk-tuk rides and floating markets. Then on to an unforgettable experience at the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort where you’ll get up close to Asian elephants. You’ll carry on to the gleaming temples of Chiang Mai before some well-deserved rest on the beaches of Khao Lak.

    Itinerary

    Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok

    Arrival in Bangkok

    Upon arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will meet a company representative and transfer to your hotel for check in.

    Accommodation: Oriental Residence

    Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok

    Day 2 -3: Bangkok Sightseeing

    Bangkok Sightseeing

    Your first few days in Thailand start with a visit to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (around 110km from the capital) where canoes laden with fruits and vegetables glide up and down the canals. Returning to Bangkok, this first evening is all about a night tour of the city by tuk-tuk. On an eye-opening ride you’ll get to see iconic sights after the sun goes down – we guarantee you’ll love the late-night flower market and stops to sample delicious street food!

    Accommodation: Oriental Residence

    INCLUDES : Breakfast

    Day 2 -3: Bangkok Sightseeing

    Day 4 - 5: Chiang Rai - Anantara Golden Triangle

    Chiang Rai - Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp

    Time to get back on the plane and fly north to Chiang Rai! Surely the most unforgettable part of your trip is your two-night stay at the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp. During your stay you’ll be able to choose two complimentary experiences, options below:

  • Elephant Camp Experience – either the Elephant Learning Programme or Walking with Giants
  • Spice Spoons – Thai cooking classes at the Anantara Cooking School
  • Golden Triangle Discovery Excursion – a cultural discovery tour with private car, drive and guide
  • Spa Discover Package – either the Bespoke Spa Discovery or Exclusive Spa Discovery

    Please note that while your stay here is on an All Inclusive basis, your first night will only include dinner.

    Accommodation: Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort

    • INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4 - 5: Chiang Rai - Anantara Golden Triangle

    Day 6 -7: Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai

    Following a final breakfast at the camp, you’ll take a scenic drive through the countryside to Chiang Mai where you’ll check into your boutique hotel before wandering around the night market. On your second day in the city head off on a private tour of the many Buddhist temples including the 600-year-old Wat Pra That Doi Suthep. Climb the 306 stairs to the top and be rewarded with incomparable views of the city below – cameras are a must!

    Accommodation: Tamarind Village

    INCLUDES : Breakfast

    Day 6 -7: Chiang Mai

    Day 8- 12: Boutique Phuket Beach Stay

    Boutique Phuket Beach Stay

    At the end of a busy week of touring and sightseeing, it’s time for some well-deserved R&R on the white sandy beaches of Mai Khao beach in Phuket. Following a flight to Phuket and land transfer to the boutiqe resort, Sala Phuket, you’ll get to sit back, relax and spend the next five days doing whatever you want – even if it’s doing absolutely nothing at all!

    Accommodations: Sala Phuket

    INCLUDES : Breakfast

    Day 8- 12: Boutique Phuket Beach Stay

    Day 13: Depart

    Depart

    On your last day in Thailand, you'll check out after breakfast and transfer back to Phuket Airport in time for your return flight back home.

    INCLUDES : Breakfast

    Day 13: Depart

    Hotels

    Tamarind Village Chiang Mai Suite Interior

    Chiang Mai

    Tamarind Village Chiang Mai

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    The 4 star plus Tamarind Village boasts a magnificent central location within the heart of Chiang Mai. It provides 45 guest rooms to choose from, with modern facilities and a wide range of amenities, including a poolside restaurant and outdoor swimming pool, as well as a luxury spa.

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    Chiang Rai

    Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp And Resort

    5

    Tucked into the jungle hills of northern Thailand, Anantara Golden Triangle is one of the few places in the world where you can walk out onto your balcony and enjoy a view across Thailand, Myanmar and Laos all in one go! But the real highlight is – of course – the chance to interact with the camp’s 20 Asian elephants from feeding and bathing to walking with these incredible creatures. And for every day of your stay you’ll be able to select an exciting activity from spa treatments to cooking lessons.

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    Phuket

    SALA Phuket

    5

    The fabulous five star SALA Phuket Resort and Spa, Thailand presents a deluxe pool and villa resort offering sparkling private pools in 63 of the 79 luxurious rooms, suites and villas.

    Oriental Residence Bangkok Poolside Lounge

    Bangkok

    Oriental Residence Bangkok

    The 5 star Oriental Residence Bangkok offers over-the-top luxury within walking distance of Central Chidlom, the Erawan Shrine and Amarin Plaza. With the feel of a boutique hotel but the facilities of a large property, it’s the ideal base for single travellers and families alike. The rooms are all air-conditioned and have a kitchen and private bathroom.

    Pricing

    Apr - Jun 2019; 1st April 2019 - 30th June 2019

    from £2,289pp

    Jul - Aug 2019; 1st July 2019 - 30th August 2019

    from £2,499pp

    Sep - Oct 2019; 1st September 2019 - 31st October 2019

    from £2,299pp

    Nov - Dec 2019; 1st November 2019 - 20th December 2019

    from £2,259pp

    Important Info

    Inclusions

  • International and domestic flights
  • Accommodation
  • Transfers as specified in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

    • Exclusions

  • Visa and associated fees
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Beverages
  • Travel insurance and personal expenses (including tips and gratuities)
  • Entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities

    • Note: 'From' prices are per person based on 2 people sharing one room travelling in the season dates indicated and are subject to availability. Call us today for an instant price based on your specific travel dates and travel party requirements.

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