THAILAND PANORAMA
Uncover Thailand on this unforgettable 21-day journey that blends cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and island bliss. Begin your adventure in vibrant Bangkok, where royal palaces, sacred temples, and hidden canals await. Dive into local life at floating markets and WWII landmarks in Kanchanaburi, then wander through the ancient capitals of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai. Head north through lush countryside to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, where jungle caves, hill tribe villages, golden temples, and ethical elephant encounters reveal the soul of Northern Thailand. Enjoy a Thai cooking class, cruise the Mae Ping River, and marvel at the panoramic views from Doi Suthep. Conclude your journey in paradise, Phuket and the breathtaking Koh Phi Phi Islands, where turquoise waters, powdery beaches, and free days under the sun offer pure tropical relaxation. This itinerary is the perfect mix of cultural immersion, outdoor exploration, and serene island escape, ideal for those seeking a truly complete Thailand experience.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN BANGKOK (-/-/-)
Upon arrival at Bangkok airport (Gate No.4), you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. The glorious history of the capital of Thailand, Bangkok is closely linked to the Chakri dynasty that still reigns but does rule in Thailand. Install at the hotel and have free time for your relaxation.
Overnight at hotel in Bangkok.
Distance:
- Bangkok Airport – Bangkok Central: 20 miles -> 45 minute driving transfer
DAY 2: BANGKOK CITY (B/-/-)
An early start will get you to Wat Pho in time to experience the monks early morning chanting ritual. After this uplifting and often private experience, visit the temple grounds and the famous 45-metre reclining Buddha. Continue to The Grand Palace, Thailand’s most important landmark, where you will be awed by the grandeur and majesty of the building and its throne halls. Then, of course, marvel at the mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand.
Afternoon, board a long-tail boat sailing up the majestic Chao Phraya River before entering the Khlong that takes us away from the normal tourist trail. Inside the network of Khlongs guest will stop at Wat Khun Chan which is an interesting temple area rarely visited by tourists. Crossing a small footbridge leads into the old alleys where a cold coffee can be enjoyed before entering Wat Paknam or the white stupa with a hidden museum. Back in the boat and continue on a beautiful part of the Khlong with a mix of old wooden houses and new modern mansions until reaching an orchid and fruit farm where guest will have time to walk around and see the many types of orchids on display. On the way back to Saphan Taksin pier, a stop will be made to feed the holy catfish in the Khlong.
Overnight at hotel in Bangkok.
DAY 3: BANGKOK – MAEKLONG MARLET – DAMNOEN SADUAK FLOATING MARKET – KANCHANABURI (B/-/-)
After breakfast at the hotel, take just a short drive from the bustling streets of Bangkok, the high-rise urban landscape dissolves into a lush green rural idyll. This full-day trip to Samut Songkhram Province, only an hour outside the capital, allows guests to experience the traditional charms of the Thai countryside.
The day starts with a trip to Mae Klong Railway Market; a country market has sprouted up along the tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up again moments later when the train has passed! From here, the journey continues to very famous touristic Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example to showcase how a floating market originally was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the labyrinth of canals offers the chance to see the old part of the floating market and local lifestyle along the canal side. Off the boat, it is time to enjoy strolling around the colorful floating marketplace bustling with boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.
For visits falling on a Saturday or Sunday, the tour offers the option of an exploration choosing between visiting Damnoen Saduak or the smaller and less touristy floating market Tha Kha where a short paddle boat tour in the backwaters offering a visit to an old Thai ho Duse making coconut palm sugar.
Depart for Kanchanaburi for a stop to visit the World War II memorial including the Cemetery. Visit the Kwai River Bridge. Take boarding for a train ride along the railway along the river around 30 minutes. Transfer to the city for the night.
Overnight at hotel in Kanchanaburi.
Distance:
- Bangkok Central – Maeklong railway market: 48 miles -> 1,5 hours driving transfer
- Maeklong railway market – Damnoen Saduak: 12 miles -> 25 minutes driving transfer
- Damnoen Saduak – Bangkok Central: 49 miles -> 1,5 hours driving transfer
DAY 4: KANCHANABURI – BANG PA-IN – AYUTTHAYA (B/-/-)
Moring after breakfast, you depart for Bang Pa-In. After more than 2 hours, we will arrive in Bang Pa-In where we visit will be the Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favorite summer palace of the King. After that we will be transferred to Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Thailand. we will catch Kermit tuk tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk tuks are found in only two of Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya, and Trang. Along the ride, explore the temple highlights of the city from Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and strolling through a local market en route to Wat Phra Srisanphet.
Overnight at hotel in Ayutthaya.
Distance:
- Kanchanaburi – Bang Pa-In: 96 miles -> 2 hour driving transfer
- Bang Pa-In – Ayutthaya: 12 miles -> 25 minute driving transfer
DAY 5: AYUTTHAYA – LOPBURI – UTHAI THANI (B/-/-)
Morning after breakfast, departure for Uthai Thani via Lopburi, we visit The King Narai’s Palace built by King Narai the Great, the king who ruled Ayutthaya from 1656 to 1688. He ordered the palace built in 1666. King Narai stayed here for about 8–9 months a year, except during the rainy season. He designated Lopburi as the second capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. The palace was a place for relaxation, hunting, administering the country’s affairs, and welcoming official visitors. Have lunch by your own account before continue our journey to Uthai Thani and we will stop to visit the Ban Khok Mo village where traditional weaving remains an important activity. And we will visit the incredible Thasung temple and its “crystal hall”. Take a boat ride on the beautiful Sakaekrang River with its many floating houses. Arrival in town and lets have a tour around the colorful night market.
Overnight at hotel in Uthai Thani.
Distance:
- Ayutthaya – The King Narai’s Palace: 41 miles -> 1 hour driving transfer
- The King Narai’s Palace – Uthai Thani: 109 miles -> 2,5 hour driving transfer
DAY 6: UTHAI THANI – SUKHOTHAIÂ (B/-/-)
Today you will take the road about 45 minutes to get to Hub Patthard. There, you will cross a cave that will lead you to a small hidden valley. You then will visit another major site in Thai history: Kamphaeng Phet. The archaeological park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Phra Tat and Aranyik Archaeological Site. Through beautiful country road, you will stop at Phitsanulok where you will visit the Cha Tawee Folk Museum and the riverside temple of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, home to one of the most sacred images of Buddha in all of Thailand. From here we’ll continue on to the city of Sukhothai for overnight.
Overnight at hotel in Sukhothai.
Distance:
- Uthai Thani – Sukhothai: 98 miles -> 2,5 hour driving transfer
DAY 7: SUKHOTHAI – LAMPANGHÂ (B/-/-)
 After breakfast, welcome and transfer to the bicycle parking area where we will take the bike to visit the Sukhothai historical park, the park contains nearly 200 ruined chedis in remarkable condition. First, we visit the image of Ajana Buddha, the legend of the Buddha spoken at Wat Srichum.
Then we take the bike to Wat Prapailuang, the community center before starting the Sukhothai kingdom in the past. The next temples we will visit are Wat Sri Sawai and Wat Sra Sri and Wat Trapang Ngoen.
In the afternoon, transfer to Lampang. Installation in Lampang. Free time and overnight in Lampang.
Overnight at hotel in Lampang.
Distance:
- Sukhothai – Lampang: 158 miles -> 4 hour driving transfer
DAY 8: LAMPANG – CHIANG RAIÂ (B/-/-)
 After breakfast we will visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, one of the best examples of Lanna style architecture in Thailand. Its viharns open on all sides are typical of the Lanna style. While some temples have been restored using modern materials and modern building techniques, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang has been preserved in its original state. The temple was built in the 13th century. Its name translates to “the temple of the Great Relic of the Lampang Buddha”. The architecture is a mix of Lanna and Thai Lü styles. After, we will take a 30-minute horse-drawn carriage tour through the city and the villages.
Lunch by your own account at the local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we continue to Chiang Rai. On the way we will have a stop at Phayao Lake where we can have a coffee and enjoy the view of the lake. Arrival in Chiang Rai at the end of the day.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Rai.
Distance:
- Lampang – Chiang Rai: 115 miles -> 3 hour driving transfer
DAY 9: CHIANG RAI – DOI MAE SALONG – CHIANG SAENÂ (B/-/-)
Breakfast we depart for northern Thailand, a wooded, mountainous and beautiful area. This morning, you will explore the surroundings and the first road you will take is the one that leads to Mae Salong. Climb up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. You will taste the delicious tea produced by one of the many plantations of the region, bef. From Doi Mae Salong, you will visit a village of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo. Afterwards continue to visit the Mae Fah Luang botanical garden.Â
On arrival in Golden Triangle, take boat trip on Mekong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos triangle.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Saen.
Distance:
- Chiang Rai – Chiang Saen: 47 miles -> 1 hour driving transfer
DAY 10: CHIANG SAEN – THATON – CHIANG DAOÂ (B/-/-)
Moring, we will visit Opium museum and after that we continue on the road to Thaton, a pleasant site dominated by a beautiful Buddha. You will visit Wat Thaton temple. We will be transferred to the mountainous district Fang and up to Mount Doi Angkhang. Visit the station project Royal Doi Angkhang and planting flowers and fruits characterized by cold climate. Visit hill tribe villages: village of Ban Khum.
Overnight at hotel in Doi Ang Khang.
Distance:
- Chiang Saen – Thaton: 49 miles -> 1,5 hour driving transfer
- Thaton – Chiang Dao: 80 miles -> 2 hour driving transfer
DAY 11: CHIANG DAO – CHIANG MAI – JOIN COOKING CLASS (B/L/D)
Departure for Chiang Mai via Chiang Dai, we will visit Chiang Dao cave. There are four interconnected caverns to see. Be prepared to bend down and perhaps even crawl between incredible stalactites.
Afternoon arrival in Chiang Mai, we will enjoy our shared cooking class with Thai foods.
Delving into the intricacies of Thai cuisine allowed us to bring home the authentic flavors. Discover the cooking class in Chiang Mai and learn how to prepare signature dishes like Thai yellow curry and mango sticky rice…
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai.
Distance:
- Chiang Dao – Chiang Mai: 44 miles -> 1,5 hour driving transfer
DAY 12: CHIANG MAI (B/-/-)
The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Prah Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple. Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot. In the afternoon you will visit the Doi Suthep hill. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself.
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai.
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – Doi Suthep or vice versa: 14 miles -> 1 hour driving transfer
DAY 13: CHIANG MAI – ELEPHANT POOPOO PAPER FARM – MAE PING RIVER CRUISEÂ (B/-/-)
Morning after breakfast, transfer to Elephant Poopoo paper farm which is an eco-friendly, naturally built, outdoor museum park that introduces and explains the unique steps involved in making our much talked about paper products from elephant poop fibers!
Eight pavilions in Elephant Poopoo Park Chiang Mai will introduce you to know the procedure from elephant poo to final paper product. Additionally, you will have chance to practice making poopoo paper. Exciting! Afternoon take two hours of boat trip along the Mae Ping River is an excellent way to spend an afternoon; you get to watch as the scenery along the river changes, you will also get to see many beautiful traditional teak houses as well as a lot of rural greenery along the wat.Â
Overnight at hotel in Chiang Mai.
Distance:
- Chiang Mai – Elephant Poopoo paper farm: 11 miles -> 25 minute driving transfer
DAY 14: CHIANG MAI – PHUKETÂ (B/-/-)
Today free until transfer to airport for flight from Chiang Mai to Phukhet. On arrival pick up and transfer to hotel located in Patong beach area. Time is free.
Overnight at hotel in Phuket.
Distance:
- Chiang Mai Central – Chiang Mai Airport: 3 miles -> 10 minute driving transfer
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DAY 15: PHUKET FREEÂ (B/-/-) No guide & no driver
All day free.
Overnight in Phuket.
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DAY 16: PHUKET FREE (B/-/-) No guide & no driver
All day free.
Overnight in Phuket.
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DAY 17: PHUKET – KOH PHI PHI ISLANDÂ (B/-/-) No guide
Free time before transfer by ferry (Estimate Depart 08h30)to Koh Phi Phi and check in at the hotel in Koh Phi Phi. Free time and overnight in Koh Phi Phi.
Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.
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DAY 18:KOH PHI PHI ISLAND FREE & EASY (B/-/-) No guide & no driver
All day free & easy.
Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.
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DAY 19: KOH PHI PHI ISLAND FREE & EASYÂ (B/-/-) No guide & no driver
All day free & easy.
Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.
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DAY 20: KOH PHI PHI ISLAND FREE & EASYÂ (B/-/-) No guide & no driver
All day free & easy.
Overnight in Koh Phi Phi.
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DAY 21: KOH PHI PHI ISLAND – PHUKET – BANGKOK DEPARTUREÂ (B/-/-) No guide
Morning after breakfast, you take ferry (Estimate Depart 14h30) to Phukhet and transfer to Phuket airport for flight back home. End of service.
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Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager as guided time
- Private long tail boat cruise on Chao Praya river
- Long tail boat in floating market
- Long tail boat in Mekong River in Chiang Saen
- Train in Kanchanaburi 30 minutes
- Kemit Tuk Tuk in Ayutthaya
- Cycling trip in Sukhothai
- Private boat in Sakaekrang River
- Boat cruise in Mae Ping river in Chiang Mai
- Hors-cart riding in Lampang
- Ferry : Phuket – Koh Phi Phi – Phuket
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2025 – 02 January 2026 (inclusive)
o Surcharge for festivals (Loy Krathong, Sonkran…)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive
o Compulsory Gala Diner on 24 & 31 Dec 2025 (if any). - TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
- Bank fee
Tour Map
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