Ancient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 days
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- Explorer
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 10 days
- tour type Group Request as private
- age requirement 18-80 yrs
- max group size 24
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-24502
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- Operated in English
- Starts Bangkok, Thailand
- Ends Bangkok, Thailand +4
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Bangkok - Explore Thailand's bustling capital city, home to lively street markets and exciting cultural landmarks
- Ayutthaya - Explore the UNESCO-listed former capital of Siam, and marvel at its ruins of ancient temples
- Handicrafts - Watch Thai craftsmanship come to life with visits to Ban Bang Sadet Court Doll Centre, Aranyik Knife Village, a Lampang ceramic factory and more
- Sukhothai Historical Park - Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing meticulously preserved temples, palaces, and sculptures
- Lampang - Embark on a walking tour along Talad Gao Street, where stylish colonial houses stand as elegant remnants of the past
- Doi Mae Salong - Explore the picturesque village of Doi Mae Salong, renowned for tea plantations, Chinese temples and ethnic hill tribe communities
- The Golden Triangle - Witness the location where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge, and cruise along the Mekong River
- Chiang Mai - Nestled in the mountains of Northern Thailand, explore this cultural hub and enjoy a traditional khantoke dinner and dance performance
- Elephant Poopoo Paper Park - Learn about the creative and innovative process of making paper products from elephant dung
- Temples - Visit iconic and historic Thai temples including Wat Pranancherng, Wat Muang, Wat Pra Dhat Suthep and more
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Start and end in Bangkok, the trip "Ancient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 Days" is a guided explorer tour that takes 10 days. You will travel through Phitsanulok, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai and 3 other destinations in Thailand. "Ancient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 Days" is a group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
Embark on a remarkable 10-day odyssey across Thailand. Pay homage at the Bridge on River Kwai, visit the poignant Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum and retrace history's footsteps with a ride on the Death Railway. Explore historical gems like Ayutthaya, cultural treasures in Lampang, and spiritual sanctuaries in Chiang Mai, and end your adventure in the vibrant streets of Bangkok city.
Embark on a remarkable 10-day odyssey across Thailand. Pay homage at the Bridge on River Kwai, visit the poignant Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum and retrace history's footsteps with a ride on the Death Railway. Explore historical gems like Ayutthaya, cultural treasures in Lampang, and spiritual sanctuaries in Chiang Mai, and end your adventure in the vibrant streets of Bangkok city.
ITINERARY
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Day: 1 Bangkok
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Day: 2 Bangkok
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Day: 3 Kanchanaburi
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Day: 4 Kanchanaburi
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Day: 5 Bangkok
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Day: 6 Phitsanulok
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Day: 7 Lampang
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Day: 8 Chiang Rai
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Day: 9 Chiang Mai
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Day: 10 Bangkok
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 6 nights 4 star hotel, 1 night safari-styled tent and 1 night in floating hotel
Meals
- 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 3 dinners
Transport
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
Guide
- Escorted by an English-speaking Thai tour guide
- Guided sightseeing - Ayutthaya, Aranyik Knife Village, Angthong, Lopburi, Phitsanulok, Sukhothai Historical Park, Lampang, Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Kanchanaburi
Others
- 1 night air-conditioned overnight sleeper train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok (2nd class)
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go Tours. Guiding may be in an additional language to English.
Entrance
- Entrance fees for all included sites
- International flights and visas
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
- Departure airport transfer
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Ancient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 days tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 26 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 June 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceAncient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 days tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Ancient Thailand & River Kwai - 10 days tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
COVID-19 Safety Measures
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing has been implemented on this trip. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected. Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be ensured in our accommodations and during transport.
- Solo travelers are required to purchase a single room for your personal use.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days before the departure date.
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