
Thailand Express
10D7N Bangkok | Phitsanulok | Chiang Rai | Chiang Mai
Departures: Monday
Board type: Daily breakfast
Day 1 - Origin City - Bangkok
Departure by flight to Bangkok. Overnight on board.
Day 2 - Bangkok
Arrival in Bangkok, assistance, and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to discover the city. Accommodation.
Upon arrival, you will be informed of the exact day of the city tour and temple visits.
Departure by bus from the hotel to take a tour of Bangkok's main avenues until we reach the bustling Chinatown district, where we will make our first stop: the Wat Traimit Temple, also known as the Temple of the Golden Buddha, which houses a 5-ton solid gold Buddha statue steeped in history, as it remained hidden for centuries after being covered with plaster to protect it from destruction during the war.
Our next stop will be the Wat Pho Temple, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, which features one of the largest reclining Buddhas in the world, measuring 46 meters in length. Its feet are adorned with a spectacular engraving of 108 images depicting positive actions in Buddhism. On the way back to the hotel, we will visit the state-run gemstone factory.
Please assist with appropriate clothing.
Day 3 - Bangkok
Breakfast
Free day to continue exploring this wonderful city.
Day 4 - Bangkok
Breakfast
Free day to continue exploring this wonderful city.
Day 5 - Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Angthong - Phitsanulok
Breakfast and lunch
Departure from Bangkok to the north. Our first stop will be Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Siam and the country’s premier archaeological center. Here, we will visit its temples and the most representative ruins of ancient fortifications. Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1991, is a magical place and an unmissable visit for history and ancient civilization enthusiasts.
Next, we head to the city of Ang Thong to visit the Wat Muang temple, famous for housing the largest seated Buddha statue in Thailand and the ninth largest in the world, standing nearly 100 meters tall.
We will have lunch during the journey. Afterward, we will proceed to Phitsanulok, located in the heart of Thailand and considered one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage centers in the country. Throughout the journey, we will witness the changing landscape, becoming more lush and green as we approach the northern jungles. Arrival in Phitsanulok in the afternoon. Accommodation.
Day 6 - Phitsanulok - Sukhothai - Chiang Rai
Breakfast and lunch
Early in the morning, for those interested, we will go to the hotel surroundings to make an offering to the monks and experience one of the most important rituals of Buddhist culture.
Buffet breakfast and departure to the city of Sukhothai. The highlight of the day will be a visit to the Archaeological Park, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site for its incredible beauty and representation of several centuries of prosperity of Thai civilization, with monumental cities and sophisticated temples.
Afterward, we will head to Chiang Rai via Lampang, enjoying the wonderful views along the way and the Prayao Lake. We will have lunch on the route. Arrival in Chiang Rai in the afternoon and accommodation.
Day 7 - Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
Breakfast and lunch
Breakfast. Visit to the "Golden Triangle" along the Mekong River, spanning areas of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar that were once dedicated to opium trafficking. While there, we will visit the “Opium Museum” located in Chiang Rai. From there, before making a mandatory stop at the Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), we will head to the striking Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple), where you can find artwork in a style similar to the White Temple, as its architect trained there for years. Stop at the spectacular and contemporary Wat Rong Khun, where the white color represents purity, and the crystal symbolizes Buddha’s wisdom as the "light that shines in the world and the universe." The locals believe Buddha crossed the temple’s bridge to preach the doctrine for the first time. Departure to Chiang Mai.
We will have lunch along the route. In the afternoon, arrival in Chiang Mai and accommodation.
Day 8 - Chiang Mai
Breakfast and lunch
Buffet breakfast and transfer to the elephant camp, located in the jungle, where we will see a demonstration of the strength and skill of these magnificent creatures. After this short exhibition, we will embark on an elephant safari, following the river and crossing the dense jungle vegetation until we reach an area where tribes from different ethnic groups coexist, including the famous Long Neck Women originally from Mae Hong Son.
We will have lunch and visit an orchid plantation, where we will witness the unmatched beauty of this beautiful floral species. In the afternoon, we will ascend the mountain to the well-known Doi Suthep Temple, where we can enjoy a magnificent view of Chiang Mai in all its splendor. Transfer to the hotel and free time. Accommodation.
Day 9 - Chiang Mai - Origin City
Breakfast
Free day until the transfer to the airport for the flight back to Spain via Bangkok. Overnight on board.
Day 10 - Origin City
Arrival in Spain.
Inclusions
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Flight Spain - Bangkok and Chiang Mai - Spain.
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Airport - Hotel - Airport transfers.
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City tour of Bangkok.
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3 nights in Bangkok with bed and breakfast.
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4-night Northern Thailand tour with half board (4 breakfasts and 4 lunches).
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Entrance fees to the places described in the itinerary.
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Spanish-speaking guide.
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Travel insurance.
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During peak season, due to high occupancy, the internal flight fares may increase at the time of final confirmation of the booking.
Exclusions
Any Service Not Mentioned in the "Price Includes" Section
Cancellation Policy
Holds: No management or cancellation fees apply. Holds are allowed for 48 hours, provided the airfare permits it.
For confirmed bookings:
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€60 (VAT included) per person as a management fee, plus any applicable cancellation fees.
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30 to 20 days before departure: 20% of the total price
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19 to 10 days before departure: 50% of the total price
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9 to 7 days before departure: 75% of the total price
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6 to 0 days before departure: 100% of the total price
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This cancellation policy applies to the valuation of land services. Cancellation fees for airline tickets will be communicated at the time of booking, as they depend on the airline and the fare class.
Important information
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Check for supplements for Christmas and New Year's Eve gala dinners.
Sights to Explore
