The itinerary was nicely balanced. It included the main sights in the places visited along with down time to rest and refresh. If keeping busy was more to your liking, there were many excellent optional tours.
The coach was comfortable and kept clean.
Loved the hotels. The Galleria 10 in Bangkok was in an excellent location, within walking distance to restaurants, convenience stores, and the sky train. Their 2 for 1 daily Happy Hour was a nice way to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing. Thoroughly enjoyed the other hotels which also offered pools for relaxation - in Kanchanaburi, Sukhothai, Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. The hotel in Kanchanaburi was within walking distance of the famous Bridge over the river Kwai which was a bonus. The hotel in Chiang Rai was within walking distance to additonal sights not included in the tour as well as to excellent restaurants. All the hotels offered a good selection of options for daily breakfast as well as for the included dinners.
There were no challenges, only pure enjoyment. The places and experiences we enjoyed the most were Phang Nga Elephant Park, the Longtail boat ride, and Treehouse Villa. We had a really great time.
Journey through Thailand's Cultural Treasures, starting in Bangkok and tracing the poignant history of the Thailand-Burma Railway in Kanchanaburi. Explore Ayutthaya's ancient ruins before venturing to Chiang Rai, stopping at the Sukhothai Historical Park along the way. Discover architectural marvels in Chiang Rai, including Wat Rong Khun and Wat Rong Suea Ten, and soak in the beauty of the Golden Triangle. In Chiang Mai, visit the renowned Wat Doi Suthep and explore the art of tea cultivation at Araksa Tea Garden. Conclude with a sustainable exploration of Chiang Mai, sampling traditional Khao Soi by the Ping River.