Discover the great history tour in which you experience the Thailand of kings. In addition, a visit to the elephants and the beautiful landscapes and calm rivers of northern Thailand awaits you.
It starts in Bangkok, where you have time to explore this fascinating and hectic city. Then continue to the historic pearl of Ayutthaya, where you will take a wonderful boat trip and marvel at the city’s many fascinating temple ruins, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then your train meanders from Ayutthaya to Phitsanulok, where you will experience “flying vegetables”. The next day you go on a bike tour through the temple ruins of the first capital of Thailand, Sukhothai. You will experience the most beautiful temple ruins in the country, Wat Mahathat.
Further north, in mountainous Chiang Mai, an interesting city tour by rickshaw to some of the traditional and lesser-known sights of the city awaits you. Here is also one of the absolute highlights of the trip, namely the ChangChill elephant home, where the elephants are only allowed to be elephants.
The journey ends in the north, in Chiang Rai, where you visit the white temple Wat Rong Khun and the Golden Triangle. Of course, the trip is not complete without a boat trip on the famous Mekong River, at the very top of the border with Myanmar and Laos.
Sa-wat dee! Welcome to Thailand.
Upon arrival, go through immigration and then pick up your luggage. A guide will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall with a Siem Reaper Travel sign. You will be driven to the hotel in central Bangkok.
In the afternoon there will be a welcome meeting at the hotel. The guide tells more about Thailand, what you should pay attention to and respect. The guide also answers any questions and goes through the travel program with you. After the meeting, a short walk around the hotel awaits you, where the guide will show you ATMs, pharmacies, good restaurants and much more. Finally, you will receive a welcome drink in the hotel’s rooftop bar. The view over the skyline of Bangkok in the glow of the sunset is simply fantastic. After the meeting, you are sure to be hungry. You can either eat at the hotel or head to the bustling streets of Bangkok, where unique dining experiences await – from hectic street kitchens to modern fusion restaurants.
After a hopefully long and good night’s sleep, you wake up in the hectic and fascinating capital, which is home to around 12 million people.
There are no trips planned. You can therefore explore the city on your own or book one of our additional excursions at home.
If you want to get around Bangkok you don’t have to worry about the notorious traffic as the city offers many modes of transport such as taxis, buses and tuk-tuks. You can also use the Sky Train, which winds its way through the city’s skyscrapers and is a good, fast, and inexpensive means of transportation. The river taxis are also really a hit. They dock at many of the city’s sights.
Bangkok is divided into east and west by the King’s River Chao Phraya. It rises south of Bangkok and flows 372 km north to the city of Nakhon Sawan. The east is also considered to be central Bangkok. There you will find the popular areas of Silom Road and Sukhumvit with countless restaurants, markets, shopping centers and sky bars.
Most of Bangkok’s sights are to be found in the east, including the magnificent Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra Kaew. A few miles to the east you come across the Jim Thompson House. The young American revived the Thai silk trade again after the Second World War, which is why he received the Order of the White Elephant. In 1958 he built his incredibly beautiful teak house, which is now a museum and memorial to the silk guru who disappeared without a trace during a trip to the highlands of Malaysia in 1967.
After walking the streets of Bangkok so much, you are sure to long for a break from the heat and traffic noise. Then we recommend a visit to the parks Benjakiti and Lumbini or a visit to the island of Bang Krachao, which is also called “Bangkok’s jungle”.
You can also head to the west side of the King’s River. There you will encounter a completely different Bangkok without honking tuk-tuks and skyscrapers made of glass and steel. There you can experience authentic Bangkok and a labyrinth of canals on which the houses were built on stilts and the mail still comes by boat.
In the evening there is nothing better than marveling at the sunset from one of the city’s many sky bars. For example, you can visit the Lebua Sky Bar, which is known from the movie “Hangover 2”. Please note the dress code.
Afterwards, you can take a tuk-tuk to the neon-lit China Town, eat at one of the many street kitchens or visit the outdoor shopping and entertainment area Asiatique, where there are also other restaurants.
If you want some peace and quiet, you can take a seat in one of the quiet riverside restaurants, where you can also enjoy a cold Singha beer while the boats gently slide by.
We guarantee that no matter how you spend the day, you will definitely not get bored.
Today you have breakfast early and check out. You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Mole River City, which is a good half an hour away. From there, take the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner for a delightful mini-cruise on the Chao Phraya River to Nonthaburi. A wonderful drive, past temples, markets, impressive houses and buildings.
You go on board and receive a warm welcome. The engines start and the ship glides slowly up the river. While coffee and tea are served, you will pass the important temples of Wat Kalayanamit, the Temple of Dawn – Wat Arun, the ornate Grand Palace, Thammasat University and the Museum of Royal Barges. We continue by ship, past the island of Koh Kret, which is inhabited by the Mon people who originally come from Myanmar. The island is known for the relaxed and casual atmosphere, the elegant Mon temples and pagodas and for the small pottery workshops.
Lunch consisting of Thai and Western dishes is served on board.
After the mini cruise, which lasts around 3.5 hours, the ship docks at Wat Chong Lom temple. From there you will be driven to the royal summer palace Bang Pa-In, which is set in 19 hectares of gardens with flowers, lakes, fountains and pavilions. The Summer Palace was built by King Prasat Thong at the beginning of the 17th century. It was later restored and rebuilt several times. Most of the buildings you see are from the time of King Chulalongkorn. The palace was built in different styles. King Chulalongkorn’s love for European architecture is particularly evident here.
Then you will be driven to the last stretch to the historical pearl Ayutthaya. The city was founded by King Ramathibodi and was the capital for 417 years, namely from 1350 to 1767. On arrival at the hotel, you check in. You can take a rest.
In the late afternoon, when most of the day tourists have returned to Bangkok, you will be picked up from the hotel and take a long boat trip around the Ayutthaya Historical Park, which is surrounded by the three rivers Chao Phraya, Lop Buri and Pa Sak. There are several stops along the way. The timing is so perfect every time that you will see the sunset over the incredibly beautiful Wat Chaiwatthanaram, which is a little reminiscent of Angkor Wat in Cambodia. You go ashore. The guide takes you on a guided tour and tells you more about the history of the temple. The sight of the sun setting behind the temple complex is simply breathtaking. Especially when it is a little cloudy so that the clouds are wrapped in red-orange, almost in the direction of pink and purple.
You will be driven back to the hotel in the early evening. You can enjoy the rest of the day as you wish.
Today you will visit the historical and highly respected temple ruins of Ayutthaya. Some are quite well preserved while others have almost disappeared. They were destroyed by the Burmese army in 1767. But that doesn’t make them any less interesting!
The guide will pick you up at the hotel. You will be driven to the first stop of the day, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, which is located on the eastern bank of the Pa Sak River, not directly in the Ayutthaya Historical Park. This temple is one of the less-visited temples in Ayutthaya, so you can have more undisturbed experiences here. The temple was once a monastery for some monks before the destruction by the Burmese. It wasn’t until many years later, in the nineteen fifties, that renovation work began, which is why the temple is incredibly well preserved today. In contrast to many other temples in Ayutthaya, this one is still inhabited by monks today.
Continue through Ayutthaya Historical Park, which consists of 67 temples and Buddha statues. In 1991 part of the park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The first temple you visit is named Wat Phra Sri Sanphet (UNESCO). It is the largest and most beautiful temple next to the Royal Palace. Access was prohibited to monks due to the royal status of the temple. The temple is particularly famous for the three large chedis and the smaller chapels. Can you perhaps recognize a similarity to the Wat Phra Kaew temple in Bangkok, for which Wat Phra Sri Sanphet was inspired?
Then we continue to Wat Mahathat (UNESCO), which was also built near the Royal Palace. Important ceremonies were also held here. The temple was also the seat of the supreme patriarchate of Buddhism. Various Buddha relics were stored here, which is why it is one of the most important temples in Ayutthaya. When looking at the old columns, chedis and Buddha statues, you can clearly imagine how beautiful it must have been here. Today the temple is famous for its Buddha head. It is not yet clear how the head got into the old tree roots. It is believed, however, that it must have happened during the great devastation and flooding in this area, as well as the rapidly growing vegetation.
Finally, visit Wat Lokayasutharam, also known for the reclining Buddha. The statue is made of bricks and was covered with plaster. It’s huge – 37 meters long and 8 meters high. The statue is the second largest after the reclining Buddha in Bangkok.
After an interesting and entertaining day at the ancient temples and Buddha statues of Ayutthaya you will be driven back to the hotel, where the rest of the day is entirely yours.
After breakfast, you will be picked up at the hotel and driven to Ayutthaya train station, from where you will take the train to Phitsanulok, the former capital and one of the oldest cities of Thailand. The train ride takes about 3.5 hours. We recommend that you bring some water and food with you for the trip. On arrival in Phitsanulok, you will be picked up by a guide and driven to the hotel to check-in.
In the afternoon you can take a rickshaw tour of the city. You will visit the Folklore Museum, which exhibits the largest and most interesting ceramic collection in Thailand, kitchen utensils and agricultural implements as well as musical instruments that wonderfully reflect the creativity of the old traditional way of life. Then it’s on to the Buddha Casting Foundry, which specializes in casting Buddha statues of all sizes.
Today, we travel to Sukhothai, which was once the first capital of Thailand in the 13th century. The country – which at that time was still called Siam – was ruled by King Ramkhamhaeng, who among other things invented the Thai alphabet. The Sukhothai Historical Park, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is now located in old Sukhothai. On the 70 m² area you will find ruins of the old royal palace as well as various Buddhist temples. The largest and most impressive temple is Wat Mahathat, which is next to the ruins of the Royal Palace. Between the ruins, there are lakes with lotus flowers, ancient trees and a network of canals that supplied the city with water. The best way to explore the park is by bike. And that is exactly what you do.
After visiting the park, you will be driven to an on-site restaurant and enjoy lunch.
Finally, it goes to the hotel where you will spend the next night. After checking in, the rest of the day is at your leisure.
Check out after breakfast. You will be picked up and driven to Lampang, which is a good 3 hours north of Sukhothai. On the way, visit the beautiful temple Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, which is located on a small hill surrounded by a fortress wall from the 8th century. The temple is a unique example of the special Lanna architectural style and with its magnificent buildings, everyone is speechless.
Then you will be driven the last stretch to Lampang and have lunch in a restaurant there.
Lampang is located in beautiful surroundings on the river wall. The city is not exactly overrun by tourists and has therefore kept its Thai expression.
After lunch, you will visit the old part of town with a guide. The excursion takes place on foot and lasts: approx. 2 hours. It starts at the White Bridge, which was built in 1894 and at the time was the longest bridge in Thailand. From there you continue to the Rassada market, on the way visit the magnificent Mon temple, Wat Pratu Pong.
The excursion then takes you to the old wooden house Baan Sao Nak from 1895, which is now a museum. The house is an example of the traditional Lanna architectural style with elements from Northern Thailand and Myanmar. You continue to walk to the main temple of the city, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao. The temple was built between the 14th and 15th centuries and is considered to be one of the most important temples in Lampang as it houses the famous Emerald Buddha. It is even said that the 50 meter high stupa of the temple contains the hair of Buddha. The excursion finally takes you to the old city wall of Lampang.
Back at the White Bridge you say goodbye to Lampang and drive to the mountainous north of Thailand, to the second largest city Chiang Mai, where you arrive in the late afternoon. Chiang Mai is also a former capital of the ancient Lanna Kingdom (1292-1775). You will therefore notice many influences from this period all over the city.
In the evening you can visit the city’s famous night market and buy fresh fruit, fragrant spices, various Thai specialties and souvenirs.
Today you can expect an exciting city tour with the rickshaw.
You will be picked up from your hotel by rickshaw and driven through the alleys and streets of Chiang Mai to some of the city’s well-known and less well-known attractions.
First, visit Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in the city. Wat Chiang Man dates from the 13th century. Since then, other buildings have been erected, which is why the complex consists of different architectural styles. The temple is particularly famous for the crystal Buddha statue that is said to have healing powers.
From there it goes on to an unusual place, the “Chiang Mai Women’s Correctional Institution”, a women’s prison. There, inmates are trained in various trades so that they have skills that will help them find work and go the right way when they are released. The prison is the training center, which is guarded by guards. There the women are trained in the areas of service and massage.
We continue to the beautiful temple Wat Phra Singh, which is located within the old city wall. The temple was built in 1345 and, according to Doi Suthep, is one of those temples that are most revered. The iconic Lanna architectural style with the beautifully curved roofs and fantastic carvings is clearly visible. Wat Phra Singh is particularly known for the elegant meeting hall Wihan Lai Kham, in which the important Lion Buddha (Phra Singh) can be found. There are also colorful wall paintings from 1870, which give a detailed insight into the life of the local’s hundreds of years ago.
Then the picturesque handicraft town of Puak Tam awaits you, which is probably best known for the beautiful brass ornaments.
Finally, visit the Wat Chedi Luang temple, which was built between 1385 and 1402. The hallmark of the temple is the massive pagoda, which was originally 80 meters high and over 60 meters wide. Unfortunately, the upper part was destroyed in an earthquake in 1545. Today only the ruins can be seen. Wat Chedi Luang is also known for the famous Emerald Buddha, which you can now visit in Bangkok.
You will then be driven to a local restaurant where you can enjoy the traditional dish Khao Soi – a curry soup made from meat, noodles and vegetables – a real specialty in northern Thailand.
The excursion ends here and you will be driven back to the hotel. The rest of the day can be used as free time. You can take a walk along the Ping River, where there are several cozy restaurants.
Today you can expect an absolute highlight of this trip.
The ChangChill elephant shelter, a sanctuary for six happy female elephants, is around an hour and a half’s drive southeast of Chiang Mai. Here elephants are allowed to be completely elephants.
When ChangChill opened in 2017, it was a huge, significant step that had never been seen in Thailand. The facility was 100% elephant-friendly and was supported by the global organization World Animal Protection. This means that in ChangChill the elephants are grown up as naturally as possible. They roam freely in the valley, graze, bathe in the river, take dust and mud baths and keep busy with each other. As a visitor, you cannot interact with the elephants, but you can observe them from a distance and see how they behave in the wild and thus quite naturally.
The day begins with the project itself being presented. After that, the guide will take you into the forest, where you will see the elephants at a distance. The guide tells more about all six female elephants and about Asian elephants in general, their weight, how they look, how much they eat, sleep, etc.
After the walk, there will be some refreshments on the viewing platform. Then, with a little luck, you might see the elephants take a mud bath. They love that on hot days. The mud bath protects your skin from the sun and insects. When the skin feels dry, bathe in the river to remove the dry sludge. It is splashed and splashed. A fantastic experience!
At lunchtime, you help fill the feeding cane for the elephants with sugar cane, corn or bananas. While you are served your own vegetarian meal upstairs in the pavilion, the elephants below enjoy theirs.
The six female elephants are cared for by so-called mahouts, who belong to the Karen tribe. After lunch, visit the on-site cultural center for an excellent insight into the history and traditions of the Karen tribe. The Karen women know their craft, especially weaving. If you dare, you can try your hand at one of the old looms.
Then, visit the ChangChill Herb Garden and learn about the leaves, plants, roots, and herbs used as medicine for humans and elephants. Many of them also contain healthy nutrients. It is said that although elephants eat around 120 different types of plants, they only absorb 40% of the nutrients and therefore need some kind of dietary supplement. The next activity is therefore to prepare elephant snacks with ingredients that partly come from the herb garden. Your guide will tell you more about the importance of the ingredients and the general health and nutrition of the elephants.
Finally, the keepers answer any questions and tell more about their daily work and the role of the mahouts in relation to Thai culture and history.
You will be driven back to your hotel in Chiang Mai, where the rest of the day is at your leisure.
This morning, we take a tour to the Araksa tea plantation which specializes in high quality Assam black tea. Your guide will explain the various processes and methods related to tea production. It is unusual that you can then come along to the beautiful plantations and pick tea leaves with a bamboo basket on your back. Back at the factory, you’ll see the art of making tea, from picking to roasting. The visit ends with a cup of steaming tea and a Thai snack followed by lunch.
We continue north to the village of Lisu, whose population immigrated from Myanmar about 200 years ago. The location of the village is beautiful, surrounded by mountains and green rice and vegetable fields. During a walk through the village, you will get to know the Lisu hill tribe in their beautiful colorful clothes, who still maintain their culture and ancient traditions today. You get a great insight into everyday life, the work in the fields and the art of embroidery and jewelry making. Talk to them calmly and let them tell you more about their story.
Finally, head to the Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park, a relatively new and unique attraction in Chiang Mai. Here you can experience all phases of paper production. The paper is made from excrement from animals such as elephants, horses and cows. The guided tour of the garden takes you to 8 different pavilions that explain each step of this environmentally friendly and fascinating process. If you feel like it, you can roll up your sleeves and help make your own piece of paper.
You will then be driven back to your hotel in Chiang Mai. You arrive at the end of the afternoon.
Today you leave Chiang Mai and travel north to the city of Chiang Rai, which borders Laos and Myanmar. Chiang Rai was the capital of the former Lanna Kingdom from 1262 to 1275. Today this quiet city is known for its green nature and beautiful temples. The beautiful landscape around the city is also home to several ethnic minorities.
On arrival in Chiang Rai, take a city tour. First, you will visit the impressive Wat Rong Khun temple, which was built in 1997 by the local artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. A really great photo opportunity. There are many surprising details to discover in the temple, and it is completely white!
Continue to Wat Phra Kaew, one of the oldest temples in the city. It is not known exactly when it was built, only that it must have been the end of the 14th century. The temple still has a special meaning. This is where the Emerald Buddha was discovered in 1434 after a lightning strike in the temple’s chedi, where it was hiding. Today you can only see a copy of it, the original can be admired in Bangkok.
Finally, visit the Rai Mae Fah Luang Art and Culture Park, which is set in a large landscaped garden with plants from northern Thailand. The museum is known for the large collection of art objects from the Lanna culture.
Then you will be driven to your hotel and check in. The rest of the day can be used as free time. You may want to visit the city’s regional market, which is full of life.
In the evening you can sit in one of the restaurants on the Mae Kok River, which flows through the city.
In Chiang Rai, don’t miss the Golden Triangle historic area. You will therefore be picked up from the hotel and driven a little further north, where the rice fields are huddled together. The Golden Triangle is actually a large area that also extends far into Laos and Myanmar. This area was once notorious for its large-scale production and trade in opium. Fortunately, Thailand has got this under control. Today, the small minorities instead grow rice and other seeds in this fertile and mountainous landscape.
You will visit a lookout point from which you can see Myanmar and Laos. There is also a small market here where you can buy souvenirs.
Lunch will be taken at an on-site restaurant with breathtaking views of the Mekong River. It rises in Tibet and flows almost 5,000 km through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.
Then take a wonderful boat trip on the river. You should definitely not miss this one. Before heading back to Chiang Rai, visit the ancient city of Chiang Saen. The remains of buildings that have been found here can be dated back to the 7th century. Today it is a quiet and picturesque city with beautiful tall trees, magnificent temple ruins and city walls, which show how important the trading city once was.
Back in Chiang Rai you can enjoy the last evening and do your last shopping.
Today is the time to say goodbye to Thailand. You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Chiang Rai Airport.
Bangkok, Thailand
This hotel is a 30-minute drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Rooms feature wooden flooring and brightly coloured walls. Each room comes with satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. It offers an outdoor pool and a free shuttle to Krungthonburi BTS Skytrain Station.
Ayutthaya, Thailand
This hotel is a 5-minute drive from Ayutthaya Historical Park. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony and microwave. The property is equipped with a fitness centre and beauty salon. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property
Phitsanulok, Thailand
Topland Hotel is located a short distance from Nan River offering sweeping views of the river and Phitsanulok City. It provides free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a spa.
Sukhothai, Thailand
At the resort, rooms have a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a hot tub and a hairdryer, rooms at BaanSuk Sukhothai Resort also boast pool view. The rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a seating area.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Located a 1-minute walk from Chiang Mai’s Night Bazaar, Nap in Chiangmai offers modern rooms and free WiFi throughout. Each room will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a safety deposit box. There is also an electric kettle and a refrigerator. Featuring a rain shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Chiang
Rai, Thailand
Set in Chiang Rai, 1.5 km from Statue of King Mengrai, Maison De Chiang Rai offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, free bikes and a garden. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
Meals are characterized by fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepared in a simple, classic style of Thailand. Western food is also available during the trip.
Dietary Requirement
If you have any specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies), please inform in advance so that we can provide a notice to the restaurant or hotel where you will be served.
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They are trained to make your trip magical. We know that it’s the unexpected surprises that make a trip memorable. That’s why our guides pride themselves on anticipating your needs before you ask.
Bangkok | Chiang Rai
Min. 2 – Max. 12 People
18 – 70
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The country has two distinct weather seasons but we can travel all year round in Cambodia. Our wet season runs from May to September and the dry season from October until April and the heaviest rainfall usually in August & September. The cooler is 24°C around November/December and hottest hitting 35°C around April/May.
Keeping you completely hydrated is a job we take very seriously. Cold water, some energy-restoring local fruit, and soft drinks are included in the tour price while riding. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is freely available everywhere but is NOT included in the price.
The currency of Cambodia is called ‘Riel’, and there are however no needs to change the currency into riel as US dollars are accepted everywhere. Please kindly note that ripped, torn, or old bills will not be accepted. ATM machines are available in the main cities across the country and mostly in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Saturday morning until 12:00 PM. Most hotels and restaurants in the major cities will charge US dollars, but for other currencies, it is advisable to visit a bank. Traveller’s checks can be exchanged at banks and some hotels, but it is not usable outside of the major cities. We would highly recommend using Visa Card or Master Card, as they are now accepted in many hotels, restaurants, and shops in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. As if you wish to travel in a local taxi (Tuk-Tuk), make sure to have the right amount of cash and change with you as the drivers are unlikely to keep a lot of cash with them.
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Citizens of the UK, EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States and almost all other nationalities will require a visa to visit Cambodia. Non-UK residents should check with the Cambodian Embassy in their country of residence for the most up-to-date information. Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival at Phnom Penh & Siem Reap international airports without prior registration. Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, US $30/pax, and the visa has a one-month validity. You need to pay in cash and in US Dollars and provide two recent, identical passport photographs.
Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. As medical facilities in Cambodia are rather limited, so it is imperative for you to take out a good medical insurance policy when travelling.