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Thailand, the world’s tourism paradise, is famous for its diverse cuisine, brilliant culture, majestic temples, beautiful beaches, and a history of over thousands of years. In just four days, you will get to visit many well-known landmarks in the capital city of Bangkok and the ancient capital Ayuthaya. You will get to experience many spectacular activities such as exploring the Damuern Saduak floating market on a small canoe, touring Bangkok at night in the famous tuk-tuk, and attending a cooking class to explore the traditional cuisine of Thailand
A bit less than 500 miles from Bangkok, Chiang Mai is the largest city in Northern Thailand and the capital of the region. The Chiang Mai region is over 7,700 square miles and consists of many of the best attractions in Thailand. Surrounding the city are tall hills, lush green forest, steep valleys, and mountain ranges from the north to south. Commonly known as “The Northern Rose” of Thailand, Chiang Mai is a must-see destination for those who appreciates beautiful nature and the unique traditional culture of the many minority tribes there.
Surely, you will have an amazing experience and many relaxing but joyful moments with your love ones while learning more about the history and culture of Thailand.
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Private Tour/CL – TL 2
After landing at Sunvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, we will take transfer you to the hotel. After lunch, the tour will begin by visiting the Royal Palace, a spectacular architectural complex with more than 20 acres and the home to the current Thai royal family. This palace was constructed in the late 18th century after the royal family moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok. After, you will visit China Town which has the largest Chinese population in Thailand to enjoy the street food here. You will spend the first night in Bangkok.
After breakfast, you will travel to the Ancient Capital Ayutthaya – a UNESCO world cultural heritage since 1991. Ayuthaya was founded by King Ramathibodi I in 1350, and after more than 400 years of prosperity with 7 dynasties and 33 Kings, the ancient capital was destroyed by the Burmese army in 1767 in 15-month long siege. We will begin at Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, also known as the Summer Palace of King Rama The Fifth. This palace, though abandoned for almost 2 centuries, still holds the vestige of a past filled with glories of a prosperous dynasty.
Later, you will visit the Wat Mahathat Temple, built in 1374 at the center of the Ayutthaya Imperial Palace. Here, you will get the impressive sight of the Buddha’s face covered in pagoda tree roots, creating a vivid yet mystical spectacle. You will continue to Wat Na Phra Mane Temple, one of the few temples untouched by the Burmese army and its original architecture still intact. The next stop is Wat Lokayasutharam Temple, with a giant outdoor Buddha statue made of brick and cement (121 feet long and 26 feet meters tall). After lunch, the you will return to Bangkok on a yacht sailing along the beautiful Chao Phraya River. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the magnificent Bangkok Imperial Palace and the majestic Temple of Dawn from the deck. In the evening, you will visit the entertaining Asiatique Night Market and spend the night in Bangkok
In the morning, you will explore the Damnuern Saduak floating market, the oldest and the most bustling market in Thailand where you will find many diverse products ranging from agricultural products to spices and handicrafts. You will get to tour the whole market on a boat along the canals and weave among the sampans on which merchants sell their diverse goods. This visit to Damnuern Saduak floating market will let you truly experience Thailand beautiful culture.
After lunch, you will return to Bangkok to visit the two most famous temples in Thailand. First is the Golden Buddha Pagoda (Wat Tramit), which has the world’s largest golden Buddha statue, made of pure gold and worth over 28.5 million British Pounds, weighing about 5.5 tons and over 700 years of age.
The next destination is Wat Pho Pagoda, the oldest and largest pagoda of Bangkok (over 30 square miles), which has a reclining statue of a seated Buddha statue of 150 feet long and 50 feet tall. The entire statue is gold-plated, the eyes and feet are decorated with precious jewels. After that, you will spend the rest othe night in Bangkok
After breakfast, you will visit Wat Arun Pagoda, also known as the Temple of Dawn and the most ancient pagoda in Bangkok with a unique architecture. Here exists a prang tower of almost 230 feet tall and decorated with crystals imported from China. After, we will transfer you to Sunvarnabhumi International Airport for the flight to Chaing Mai.
Landing in Chiang Mai airport, we will immediately take you to Doi Suthep mountain to visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, the most complex and holiest pagoda in Chiang Mai with more than 600 years of history. The pagoda is often rated by renown travel magazines as the top attraction in Chiang Mai. Aside from paying tributes to Buddha at this location, you can also enjoy a panoramic view of Chiang Mai from the top. In the evening, you will taste the famous Khantoke dishes of Northern Thailand at Khantoke Palace while enjoying traditional dance performances. After, you will rest for the night in Chiang Mai.
After breakfast, you will visit Mae Sa Elephant Camp, just under 20 miles away from Chiang Mai. The whole camp is covered by lush green forest in a valley surrounded by small streams and river. This is the home to over 70 trained elephants. Everyday, the elephants bath in the stream and engage in different entertaining activities for the tourists. Also, you will get to enjoy an elephant ride around the camp and the peaceful scenery of Northern Thailand.
In the afternoon, you will explore Lang Baan Tong Luang, a village to showcase Chiang Mai traditional culture, right under Doi Suthep National Park. The village is placed between elevated rice paddies and displays the culture of five different minority tribes (Akha, Lahu, Lisu, Karen and Padaung). After, you will spend the night in Chiang Mai.
In the morning, you will head to Chiang Rai, a city right next to the border of Myanmar and Laos. Along the way, you will witness the natural beauty of Northern Thailand. The first destination is the Golden Triangle Region, the joint of the border of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar and famous for its drug trafficking business from 1970 to 1990. However, the region has become a well-known travel attraction in Thailand nowadays. Next, you travel down the Mekong river to experience the simple lifestyle of the many minority tribes close to the border. Once there, you will visit the Mae Sai Port, where you can see the dynamic market operated by locals selling spectacular handmade products.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Akha Village to learn about the lifestyle and culture of the Akha people. Before returning to Chiang Mai, you will also stop by Karen Ancient Village, famous for their women with long necks supported by bronze rings stacked together, which has attracted many visitors from all over the world. Afterwards, you will spend the night in Chiang Mai.
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for you flight home. The tour ends here and we hope you have a great time traveling with CaliTravel.
