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Bangkok and Golden Triangle, Small Group Tour

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$988

Bangkok and Golden Triangle, Small Group Tour

7 Days Starting in Bangkok, Thailand and ending in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Visiting: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai

Tour operator:

Destination Services Thailand

Tour code:

38380

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-99

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

From: $1037 $988 Travel Club discount: -$49

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Thailand with the "Bangkok and Golden Triangle, Small Group Tour." This cultural adventure begins in the bustling city of Bangkok, where you'll explore iconic temples such as Wat Traimit and Wat Pho, and experience the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Travel north to Chiang Mai to visit the hilltop Wat Doi Suthep and immerse yourself in the local culture with a traditional khantoke dinner. Continue to Chiang Rai, where you'll stroll through the morning market and marvel at the stunning White Temple. Conclude your tour at the Golden Triangle, witnessing the confluence of three countries from one vantage point. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and guided tours in multiple languages, making this a truly enriching experience.

Highlights

Chiang Mai: Take in the views from the hilltop Wat Doi Suthep temple
Chiang Rai: Stroll through the local morning market
Golden Triangle: See three countries from one spot in Sop Ruak at the confluence of the Ruak and the Mekong rivers
Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Traimit in Bangkok
Experience the bustling Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Explore the historical Wat Suan Dok and Wat Phra Sing in Chiang Mai
Discover the unique Elephant Poopoopaper Park in Chiang Mai
Admire the dazzling Wat Rong Khun, the 'White Temple' in Chiang Rai

Places You'll See

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Chiang Mai

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Bangkok

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Bangkok

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Day 1 : Arrival Bangkok

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Location: Bangkok

Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*

After you land in Bangkok International Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you before transferring you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring this bustling city at leisure. Perhaps you might like to indulge yourself with a traditional Thai Massage, surprise your taste buds with the amazing local flavours and cap off the day by enjoying the sunset in any of the stylish rooftop bars that have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years… the options are limitless.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Day 2 : Half-Day Royal Grand Palace And Temple Tour

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Location: Bangkok

Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today’s tour includes three of the most important Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Wat Traimit, also known as the temple of the Golden Buddha, houses a 3-metre-tall statue made from solid gold, weighing 5.5 tonnes. You will then pass through Chinatown on your way to Wat Pho, the temple of the Reclining Buddha and home to the Chedis of the Kings. 46 metres long and 15 metres high, this Buddha is the largest in Bangkok and it illustrates the passing of the Buddha into nirvana. The Grand Palace is one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court. It used to be the residence of the Kings of Bangkok (closed during royal ceremonies and during visits of heads of state). Here you will see palaces which were used for different occasions: the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and Wat Phra Keo, the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple. To round off the tour, call in at a local lapidary factory and showroom where you will be able to get locally made jewellery, handicrafts and silk at competitive prices.

Overnight in Bangkok on selected board basis.

Day 3 : Railway Market And Damnern Saduak Floating Market

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Location: Bangkok

Accommodation Name: Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Depart from Bangkok and head to Maeklong Railway Marker, as knows as Talad Rom Hoop. Upon arrival the guide will introduce you to the history of this area. See the action in several minutes before the train passing through the market. The process happens so quick it will amaze you for the unique moment. Then go to the world-famous floating market of “Damnoen Saduak”, there are countless floating markets throughout the country, the colorfully clad merchants at these lively markets paddle along congested canals in sturdy canoes laden with fresh fruits and vegetables to sell to shoppers on the banks. This is an exciting and fun way to see the local like and to go bargain hunting. Transfer back to Bangkok.

Overnight in Bangkok on selected board options.

Day 4 : Bangkok – Chiang Mai (65 Mins Flight)

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Location: Chiang Mai

Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a transfer to the airport. Once you land in Chiang Mai, you’re transferred to your hotel in time for a pick-up at 13:30 in central Chiang Mai to embark on a guided tour of the old town and main temples. Visit the historical Wat Suan Dok and admire its 48-metre-high Sri Lankan-style chedi, which overlooks the Royal Cemetery. Continue to Wat Phra Sing in the old town and appreciate the beauty of this large complex comprising more than 60 buildings before visiting the 14th-century Wat Chedi Luang in the very heart of the old city. This ancient temple has a more rustic appearance and has been restored after decades of decay. Discover, too, the nearby Wat Chet Yot and Wat Chiang Man. Due to its age, the Chet Yot temple betrays some signs of ruin while the Chiang Man temple is renowned for its numerous elephant sculptures.

Overnight in Chiang Mai on selected board option.

Day 5 : Chiang Mai (80 Kms – 3Hrs)

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Location: Chiang Mai

Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, where you’ll enjoy some magnificent panoramic views of the city. The temple is reached by climbing a 309-step naga staircase or via cable car (included). If the views are stunning, the temple itself is even better and boasts a number of dazzling structures. Continue to the bustling Wararot Market, a historical landmark renowned for the variety and quality of its produce, before visiting the fragrant flower market. In the evening, enjoy a khantoke dinner, a traditional northern Thai feast combined with a selection of traditional cultural performances inspired by the Lanna kingdom, which dominated northern Thailand for almost five centuries.

Overnight in Chiang Mai on selected board option.

Day 6 : Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai (260Km – 4 Hrs)

Location: Chiang Rai

Accommodation Name: Laluna Resort or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to Elephant Poopoopaper Park, 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 fibres! The interpretive walking tour through our lush gardens brings visitors through eight different pavilions explaining each stage of our fascinating process from poo collection to rinsing to final product assembly. Visitors are encouraged to pull up a stool, roll up their sleeves and join with our talented artisans and guides and participate in our head-turning process! Complemented by the presence of rich graphics and signage, visitors will also be introduced to Chiang Mai's long and rich history of traditional papermaking and handicrafts production. After lunch, continue by road via Doi Saket with a stop at Wat Rong Khun, nicknamed the ‘White Temple’, a dazzling temple built in the 1990s. Its ornate all-white exterior with embedded pieces of mirror gives it a resplendent appearance, making it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Continue to Chiang Rai, arriving in the afternoon and transferring to your accommodation.

Overnight in Chiang Rai on selected board option

Day 7 : Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle – Depart Chiang Rai (175Km – 3.5 Hrs)

Location: Chiang Rai

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Check out after breakfast at the hotel and visit Chiang Sean for a panoramic view of the Golden Triangle where Laos, Myanmar and Thailand meet and where the mighty River Mekong flows through. Hop onto a boat and take a trip around the Golden Triangle on a boat ride lasting around 30 minutes. After, enjoy lunch at the local restaurant before being dropped off at Chiang Rai Airport

Breakfast and lunch included.

What's Included

Tour Guide

Operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, French, German or Spanish-speaking guide on request. Different languages can be combined in our vehicles with a separate guide for each language.
Accommodation

6 nights' accommodation in selected hotels: Century Park Bangkok, Empress Chiang Mai, and Laluna Resort or similar.
Meals

6 breakfasts, 2 lunches (Day 6, 7), and 1 dinner (Day 5).
Transport

Air-conditioned transportation and transfers as stated in the programme.
Entrance Fees and Activities

All entrance fees as indicated: Grand Palace, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Keaw, lapidary factory, Damnoen Saduak, Sampran Riverside, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Chiang Man and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wararot and flower markets, khantoke dinner show in Chiang Mai, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Wat Rong Khun, boat ride on Mekong River, and lunch at Imperial Golden Triangle Resort in Chiang Rai.

What's Not Included

Personal Expenditures

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.
Gratuity

Gratuity for driver and guide.
Optional Tours

Optional tours are not included.
Flights and Visa Fees

International or domestic flight tickets, airport taxes, and visa fees are not included.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

BANGKOK SUVARNABHUMI AIRPORT: On arrival at Bangkok Airport please collect your luggage and proceed to the exit in the Customs Hall and make your way to the meeting point at gate number 6 (six) inside the terminal.You will be met by a representative of Destination Services who will be holding a sign with your name on it. The representative will be wearing a beige shirt or beige polo shirt with a Destination Services badge. Should you fail to meet our guide, please contact the ATTA (Association of Thai Travel Agents) counter at the arrivals hall. They will contact our airport rep and somebody will be with you for assistance
Day 4: Recommended flights (not included) Bangkok to Chiang Mai (not included) TG102/TG104/PG223. Flights booked should arrive Chiang Mai prior 12 hrs
Day 7: Dropped off at Chiang Rai Airport at approximately 14:00 hrs.
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents.
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*

Day 6 Chiang Rai

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Imperial River HouseChiang Rai or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Travel comfortably with air-conditioned transportation and transfers as stated in the programme, ensuring a smooth and pleasant journey throughout your tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights' accommodation in superior hotel categories, including Century Park Bangkok, Empress Chiang Mai, and Laluna Resort or Imperial River House Chiang Rai, offering standard and superior rooms with 4 to 5-star amenities.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-3 Bangkok

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Century Park Bangkok or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Chiang Mai

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*

Day 6 Chiang Rai

Standard Room | Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Superior Room | Superior Hotel Category = Imperial River HouseChiang Rai or similar 5*

Check out our Q&As

What languages are available for the tour guide?

The tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, French, German, or Spanish-speaking guides are available on request. Different languages can be combined in the vehicles, with a separate guide for each language.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes 6 nights' accommodation. In Bangkok, you will stay at Century Park Bangkok or a similar 4-star hotel. In Chiang Mai, accommodation is at Empress Chiang Mai or a similar 4-star hotel. In Chiang Rai, you will stay at Laluna Resort or a similar 4-star hotel, with an option for a 5-star stay at Imperial River House Chiang Rai.
What meals are included in the tour?

The tour includes 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches (on Day 6 and Day 7), and 1 dinner (on Day 5).
What are some of the key activities and entrance fees included in the tour?

The tour includes entrance fees to several attractions such as the Grand Palace, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Keaw, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Chiang Man, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wararot and flower markets, and a khantoke dinner show in Chiang Mai. It also includes a visit to the Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Wat Rong Khun, a boat ride on the Mekong River, and lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle Resort in Chiang Rai.
What should I wear when visiting temples and religious sites?

Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.

What should I do if I cannot find the tour representative at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport?

If you fail to meet the guide, you should contact the ATTA (Association of Thai Travel Agents) counter at the arrivals hall. They will contact the airport representative, and someone will assist you.
What is the recommended flight for the transfer from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The recommended flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai are TG102, TG104, or PG223. Flights should arrive in Chiang Mai before 12:00 hrs.
What time will I be dropped off at Chiang Rai Airport on the last day?

You will be dropped off at Chiang Rai Airport at approximately 14:00 hrs on the last day of the tour.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.

Reviews of this operator

Emma

Super!!

04-Oct-2022

Tour guide war super nett! Hotels wurden aufsteigend immer besser. Hätten uns über mehr ortstypisches essen gefreut und nicht nur touristische restaurants mit an europäer angepassten speisen. Alles in allem war es eine schöne reise mit toller route :)

Lucas

Fabolous company and staff

15-Dec-2022

Fabulous company and English-speaking guide. Great Tour minibus. Your every wish is considered.

Gabrielle

Shear pleasure

18-Nov-2022

Taking this tour with Destination Services Thailand was a shear pleasure. The response time before and during our trip was phenomenal. Our request of having two single beds and German speaking tour guides throughout was met without any problems. One minor hiccup in Bangkok was remedied immediately after our arrival in Chiang Mai.(Our included transportation from the hotel to the airport in Bangkok didn't show up on time. Therefore, we had to take a taxi and paid ourselves for the fare. Upon our arrival in Chiang Mai, our local tour guide reimbursed us immediately). Again, excellent service! Except for this one, all the pick ups occurred on time. The included meals were always freshly prepared, delicious and plentiful and the hotels met the 4* standard. To sum it all up: my brother and I had a memorable, wonderful experience and would recommend Destination Services Thailand to anyone without hesitation. Thank you to all that contributed to our marvelous trip.

Pavel R.

Awesome experience

26-Nov-2022

Grear tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable, had great English and was very helpful at every stage of the tour. Having AC on the bus, cold water and cool towels by our driver was super comfortable.

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