Best of Northern Thailand

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4 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 11 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-21787
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Bangkok, Thailand
  • Ends Bangkok, Thailand
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Explore cities ancient & new: Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, Bangkok & Chiang Mai
  • Cruise the Cho Phraya River aboard a converted rice barge and stay in floating raft houses
  • Spend quality time with Elephants at a Nature Park
The "Best Of Northern Thailand" trip starts and ends in Bangkok. It is an active and outdoor tour that takes 11 days taking you through Bangkok, Sukhothai, Uthai Thani and 4 other destinations in Thailand. "Best Of Northern Thailand" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

On this cultural journey we venture into the heart of Thailand where we discover ancient sights and cruise along bustling waterways. We see the infamous 'Bridge over the River Kwai', explore ruined temples, and spend a night on a jungle raft house.



Bangkok - Explore the glittering Grand Palace complex and Wat Po, the temple of the Reclining Buddha



Sukhothai - Cycle around the historic park and stay overnight in a homestay in Nathon Chan village



Chiang Mai - Witness the excellent conservation work being done at Elephant Nature Park
ITINERARY Expand All
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  • Day 1 : Join tour in Bangkok; Optional Longtail Canal trip
  • Day 2 : In Bangkok, visit Grand Palace; sleeper train to Chiang Mai
  • Day 3 : Arrive in Chiang Mai; visit Doi Suthep temple; walking tour of Old Town
  • Day 4 : In Chiang Mai, included visit to Elephant Nature Park
  • Day 5 : Drive to Si Satchanalai temple ruins and continue to homestay in Nathon Chan village
  • Day 6 : In Sukothai, explore old city ruins by bicycle; drive to Uthai Thani via UNESCO site of Kamphaengphet
  • Day 7 : Visit morning market; travel by boat and bus to Ayutthaya; visit Royal Palace
  • Day 8 : Drive to Kanchanaburi; journey on Death Railway and continue onto River Kwai; overnight in raft house
  • Day 9 : In Kanchanburi, take bamboo rafts on River Kwai; visit Mon minority village or Lawa Cave
  • Day 10 : Return to Bangkok via Maeklong railway market
  • Day 11 : Tour ends in Bangkok
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Accommodation
  • W22 Hotel (2 nights)
  • Overnight Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai (1 night)
  • Amora Hotel Chiang Mai (2 nights)
  • Ban Natonjun Homestay (1 night)
  • Payamai Resort (1 night)
  • Ayothaya Hotel (1 night)
  • SaiYok Mantra Resort (2 nights)
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • Bus
  • Boat
  • Train
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
  • Boat Crew
  • Local Guide(s)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from Bangkok are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Best of Northern Thailand tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4 - Very Good
Based on 1 review
  • Yvonne
  • On Jan 30 2020
4 - Very Good
Very Good
Trip was fast paced with some varied experiences. More accurate dress information prior to attending temples would have been useful but pre holiday research could have found that out anyway. Another day in chiang mai would have... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Best of Northern Thailand 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.

Payment

For any tour departures within 30 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 May 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Best of Northern Thailand 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.

Visa

For this Best of Northern Thailand 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 Travelers

A 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.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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