Tour Detail

11-10 BANGKOK 3-2 + PANORAMA 8 GIORNI 7 NOTTI - SIC DEPARTURE

TOUR DI GRUPPO CON ARRIVO A BANGKOK DI MARTEDI

QUALITY TOUR, MASSIMO 8 PASSEGGERI TUTTO L' ANNO, ESCLUSO 01-31 AGOSTO E 20 DICEMBRE - 31 GENNAIO MASSIMO 16 PASSEGGERI

GIORNO 1 - BANGKOK - ARRIVO. TRASFERIMENTO

GIORNO 2 - BANGKOK. TOUR INSOLITO TRA PALAZZI, TEMPLI E KUDI CHEEN. Intera Giornata (B.L.)

IMPORTANTE

Si prega di vestirsi adeguatamente, coprendo le spalle e le gambe fino alle ginocchia

Si prega di portare il Passaporto, spesso richiesto per controlli all' ingresso

GIORNO 3 - BANGKOK - AYUTTHAYA Maeklong Railway, Damnoern Saduak, Parco Storico di Ayutthaya (B.L) 260 KM

GIORNO 4 - AYUTTHAYA ANG THONG SUKHOTHAI. (B.L.). templi Wat Muang & Wat Sang Kratai, Parco Storico di Sukhothai. 390 Km

GIORNO 5 - SUKHOTHAI - SRI SATCHANALAI - PHAYAO - CHIANG RAI Parco Storico di Si Satchanalai, Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkol Khiri, Vonburi House, Lago di Phayao (B.L.) 400 Km

GIORNO 6 - CHIANG RAI - CHIANG MAI. Triangolo d Oro, Wat Phra That Pu Khao, Museo dellOppio, Tempio Bianco, Mae Krachan, (B.L.) 320 Km

GIORNO 7 - CHIANG MAI Santuario degli Elefanti Doi Suthep. (B.L.).

GIORNO 8 - CHIANG MAI MAE HONG SON. Doi Inthanon (Cascate Wachirathan, Ang Kha Trail, Pagode, Mae Chaem. (L.)

GIORNO 9 - MAE HONG SON PAI. Mercato Locale, Donne Giraffa, Grotte dei Pesci, Grotte di Lod (B.L.)

GIORNO 10 - PAI CHIANG MAI. Santichon Village, Pai Canyon, Pong Duet Geyser, Mercato locale di Mae Malai. (B.L.)

GIORNO 11 CHIANG MAI. Trasferimento (B.)

Day 1

DAY 1 - BANGKOK - ARRIVAL. TRANSFER

Arrival at Bangkok Airport. After collecting your luggage, proceed to GATE 4, where our English-speaking airport assistant will be waiting for you. Transfer to the hotel with a driver. Please note that rooms are guaranteed from 2:00 PM. Our Italian-speaking assistant will meet you in the lobby or contact you for an appointment. The rest of the day is free for individual activities.

Day 2

DAY 2 - BANGKOK – UNUSUAL TOUR AMONG PALACES, TEMPLES AND KUDI CHEEN (L.)
Meeting with the local guide.
The day begins with a visit to the famous Wat Pho, known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. It is the oldest Buddhist monastery in Bangkok, renowned not only for its enormous reclining Buddha statue but also for hosting the country's oldest traditional Thai massage school.

Next, we will board a public ferry to cross the Chao Phraya River and reach the enchanting Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, one of the city's most iconic landmarks.

From here, a short walk will take us into the characteristic Kudicheen (Kudi Chin) district. We will continue on foot to explore this fascinating multicultural corner of Bangkok, where time seems to have stood still. We will visit the small local village and meet the community that has lived here for generations.

Highlights include:

The historic Thanusingha Bakery House, still producing famous Portuguese pastries, where a snack with coffee or tea and a brioche will be offered;

The Baan Kudi Chin Museum, telling the story of the community;

The picturesque Kuan An Keng Shrine, a small Taoist temple immersed in an exotic and spiritual atmosphere.

After exploring the neighborhood, transfer by car to a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious traditional Thai lunch.

In the afternoon, we will visit the final highlight of the day: the majestic Royal Grand Palace, one of Thailand’s most fascinating architectural complexes. Inside is the famous Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, considered the most sacred site in the country.

The complex also includes the Chakri Palace (visitable only from the outside), the Dusit Palace, and the Montien Palace, accessible internally only during certain times of the year.

Return to the hotel is expected around 4:00 - 4:30 PM.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Appropriate attire is required for temple visits: shoulders and legs must be covered.

Please carry your passport, even a copy, as it may be requested at entrance checks.

The Royal Palace may be subject to full or partial closure without prior notice.

Day 3

DAY 3 - BANGKOK – AYUTTHAYA Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak, Ayutthaya Historical Park (B.L.)
Total Distance: approx. 260 km

Breakfast at the hotel.
At 06:30–07:00, meet your Italian-speaking guide and depart for a full-day excursion to the provinces of Samut Songkhram and Ratchaburi, located about 100 km from Bangkok.

First stop at the famous Maeklong Railway Market, also known as the “risk-your-life market”, where stalls retract within seconds to let the train pass through. It is one of the most unique and photographed spots in Thailand.

Continue to Damnoen Saduak, the country’s most iconic floating market.
Arrival at the pier and long-tail boat ride through the canals (approx. 30 minutes) to reach the heart of the market.
Here, you will witness the lively trade of fruits, vegetables, and local specialties carried out from boat to boat.

Around 11:00 AM, depart for Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam.
Lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

In the afternoon, visit the Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Founded around 1350, Ayutthaya was once one of the most prosperous and cosmopolitan cities in Asia, strategically located on an island surrounded by three rivers.

Main visits include:

Wat Mahathat – famous for the Buddha head entwined in tree roots

Wat Phra Sri Sanphet – the most important temple of the ancient royal city, with its three majestic chedis

Wat Lokayasutharam – home to a massive 42-meter-long reclining Buddha

Wat Chaiwatthanaram – a stunning Khmer-style riverside temple with panoramic views

Hotel check-in is expected between 5:30 PM and 6:15 PM.

Day 4

DAY 4 - AYUTTHAYA – ANG THONG – SUKHOTHAI. (B.L.) Temples Wat Muang & Wat Sang Kratai, Sukhothai Historical Park. 390 KM

Breakfast at the hotel.

At 7:00 AM, meet your guide and head to Ang Thong to visit Wat Muang, famous for its enormous golden seated Buddha statue, the tallest in Thailand (95 meters). Next, explore Wat Sang Kratai, an ancient temple enveloped by the roots of a Bodhi tree.

At 9:30 AM, depart for Sukhothai, with a stop for lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, arrive at Sukhothai Historical Park, the birthplace of Thai civilization. The park contains numerous temples, historical structures, and the Royal Palace ruins.

Hotel check-in is scheduled between 5:30 and 6:15 PM. Overnight in Sukhothai.

Day 5

DAY 5 - SUKHOTHAI - SRI SATCHANALAI - PHAYAO - CHIANG RAI. (B.L.) 400 KM

At 7:00 AM, meet your guide and depart for Chiang Rai, with pleasant stops along the way.

Visit Si Satchanalai Historical Park, featuring over 130 ancient monuments. Continue to Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkol Khiri, known for its traditional Lanna-style architecture, and Vonburi House, a well-preserved colonial-style teak wood house museum.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before continuing to Phayao Lake, a serene spot popular for recreational activities.

Arrive in Chiang Rai between 6:00 and 6:30 PM. Check-in at the hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 6

DAY 6 - CHIANG RAI - CHIANG MAI. Golden Triangle, Wat Phra That Pu Khao, Opium Museum, White Temple, Mae Krachan Hot Springs (B.L.) 320 KM

Breakfast at the hotel.

Begin the day at the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet. Enjoy panoramic views from Wat Phra That Pu Khao.

Next, visit the Opium Museum to learn about the history of opium production in the region.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

On the way to Chiang Mai, stop at the iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), an extraordinary architectural masterpiece.

Arrive in Chiang Mai between 5:00 and 5:30 PM. Check-in at the hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 7

DAY 7 - CHIANG MAI – Elephant Sanctuary & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (B.L.)

Today we embark on an extraordinary experience at an elephant sanctuary, where you'll have the chance to connect with these majestic pachyderms. This half-day program offers close encounters with elephants in their natural habitat, providing insights into their history, behavior, and the importance of their protection. A truly unforgettable experience, filled with memories that will last a lifetime.

Elephant Experience: Close-up Encounter at Ecovalley Sanctuary – Mae Taeng

Join us for an immersive day at Ecovalley Sanctuary, featuring five hands-on activities with the elephants:

    Learn all about elephants in Thailand at the Elephant Culture Museum – the only one of its kind in the country.

    Feed the elephants with herbal balls, fruit, bananas, and sugarcane.

    Participate in making paper from elephant dung.

    Discover traditional herbal treatments, walk through the natural garden, and help prepare vitamin-rich energy balls for the elephants.

    Watch the elephants bathing in mud under a waterfall – or bathe them yourself!

This enriching activity will deepen your understanding of these noble animals while you enjoy the stunning natural surroundings of the sanctuary.

11:30 – Farewell to the elephants

Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at an orchid farm.

Afternoon: Visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

We conclude the day with a visit to Chiang Mai’s most iconic temple, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, perched atop a mountain offering panoramic views of the city and nearby hills.

Built in the early 19th Buddhist century (we are now in the 26th), the temple is known for its golden Chiang Saen-style chedi, surrounded by elegant Lanna-style architecture.

Reach the temple by climbing 309 steps flanked by mythical seven-headed Naga serpents that lend a mystical aura to the experience.

From the temple’s terrace, the view over Chiang Mai is breathtaking, especially in the afternoon light.

~16:30 – Return to hotel and time to relax

Day 8

DAY 8 - CHIANG MAI – MAE HONG SON. Doi Inthanon National Park (L.)

Depart at 7:00 AM for Mae Hong Son via Doi Inthanon National Park. Stops include Wachirathan Waterfalls, the Royal Pagodas, and the summit of Thailand’s highest mountain.

Arrive in Mae Hong Son in the evening. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 9

DAY 9 – MAE HONG SON – PAI (B.L.)

Visit the morning market, Long Neck Karen village, and explore Lod Caves by bamboo raft.

Arrive in Pai in the evening. Check-in at the hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 10

DAY 10 – PAI – CHIANG MAI. Santichon Village, Pai Canyon, Pong Duet Geysers (B.L.)

Stops include Santichon Village, Pai Canyon, and the Pong Duet Geysers. Lunch and a visit to Mae Malai Market before arriving in Chiang Mai.

Day 11

DAY 11 – CHIANG MAI. Departure (B.)

Morning free until the transfer to the airport. End of services.