Bangkok and the North, Private Tour
Bangkok and the North, Private Tour
7 Days Starting in Bangkok, Thailand and ending in Chiang Rai, Thailand
Visiting: Bangkok, Royal Grand Palace, Bangkok, Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok, Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya, Phitsanulok, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Sukhothai, Sukhothai Historical Park, Si Satchanalai, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Si Satchanalai, Chiang Mai, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Chiang Mai, Wararot Market, Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai, Wat Rong Seua Ten, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle, Don Sao Island
Tour operator:
Tour code:
676109
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating private tour through Thailand, exploring the vibrant city of Bangkok and the enchanting northern regions. Begin your journey in Bangkok, where you can unwind with a traditional Thai massage or explore the city's iconic landmarks. Travel north to Phitsanulok, visiting the historic Ayutthaya temples and the Summer Palace of Rama V. In Chiang Mai, immerse yourself in local culture with visits to the Elephant Poopoopaper Park and bustling Wararot Market. Discover the spiritual beauty of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and the dazzling Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai. Conclude your adventure at the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar converge. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and private transfers throughout this unforgettable experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Arrive at the Bangkok International Airport, meet and greet and transfer to your hotel (transfer unescorted). Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps indulge yourself with a traditional Thai massage, delight your taste buds with the amazing local flavours and cap off the day by enjoying the sunset at any of the stylish rooftop bars which have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years - the options are limitless.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2 : BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok, Royal Grand Palace, Bangkok, Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Full day at leisure to discover Bangkok on your own or to take one of the many optional excursions available on the spot. For those who have never been to Bangkok we suggest a half day tour of the most popular Buddhist temple and Landmark in the city of angels (optional, not included). The Royal Grand Palace, a great architectural masterpiece of several buildings from the outside and a magical inside was used as a royal residence from the 18th century to the mid-20th century. It is without any doubt a national reference and possibly the most visited royal monument of Thailand, and it shouldn’t be missed. The building houses the "Wat Phra Kaew", Bangkok's most sacred temple, where the famous Emerald Buddha is located.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3 : BANGKOK – PHITSANULOK (400 km – 5hrs)
Location: Bangkok, Bang Pa-In, Ayutthaya, Phitsanulok
Accommodation Name: Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel head to Bang Pa-In to visit the sumptuous Summer Palace of Rama V. Continue to the former capital of Ayutthaya and contemplate the ancient temples of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat and museum in the Ayutthaya Historical Park. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. Then proceed to Phitsanulok for check-in at the hotel.
Overnight in Phitsanulok.
Day 4 : PHITSANULOK – CHIANG MAI (350 km – 5hrs)
Location: Phitsanulok, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Sukhothai, Sukhothai Historical Park, Si Satchanalai, Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Si Satchanalai, Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, head to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat which houses one of Thailand’s most revered Buddha statues. Depart for Sukhothai to explore this ancient city packed with historical landmarks, the most impressive being the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the ruined temples and palaces as well as the Buddha statues of all sizes. Lunch en route at a local restaurant. A short drive away is Si Satchanalai, which boasts the evocative ruins of half a dozen temples, including Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat – which is reached by crossing a wooden suspension bridge – as well as countless statues of Buddha and elephants. This usually quiet location offers a special spiritual interlude to the tour before arriving in Chiang Mai.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 5 : CHIANG MAI
Location: Chiang Mai, Elephant Poopoopaper Park, Chiang Mai, Wararot Market, Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
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 to the bustling Wararot Market, a historical landmark renowned for the variety and quality of its produce, before visiting the fragrant flower market.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 6 : CHIANG MAI – CHIANG RAI (200 km - 3hrs)
Location: Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai
Accommodation Name: Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep to enjoy 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 visit the historic Wat Suan Dok and admire its 48-metre-high Sri Lankan-style chedi, which overlooks the Royal Cemetery. After lunch at a local restaurant continue by road 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, which makes it one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. Continue to Chiang Rai for check-in.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Day 7 : CHIANG RAI – GOLDEN TRIANGLE – DEPARTURE CHIANG RAI
Location: Wat Rong Seua Ten, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle, Don Sao Island, Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at hotel visit Wat Rong Seua Ten (Blue Temple). Its magnificent blue interior with a large white Buddha that marks the spirits “Seua Ten” literally means the dancing tiger, there were tigers who used to jump over the river. At the present temple location, there was a ruin of a temple abandoned 80 to 100 years ago. In 1996, the villagers decided to rebuild a temple. The construction started in October 2005; the White Buddha was completed in 2008 while the main hall was only completed on January 2016. Continue by road to the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. Enjoy a boat trip around the Golden Triangle with a stop at Don Sao Island, which forms part of Laos (boat trip lasts approx. 45 minutes). Lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle hotel. Then proceed to Chiang Rai airport in the late afternoon (please book your flight accordingly).
What's Included
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Tour Guide
The tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, Spanish, French, or German guides are available at an additional cost as an optional extra.
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Transport
Includes arrival private transfer from Bangkok International Airport, air-conditioned private transportation as stated in the programme (Day 3-7), and departure private transfer to Chiang Rai International Airport.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to the Summer Palace, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and museum in the Ayutthaya Historical Park, among others.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International or domestic flights are not included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
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Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Drinks During Meals
Drinks during meals are not included unless specified otherwise.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours are not included.
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
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Camera/Video Camera Fees
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc., is 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
- Day 5: From November onwards, the Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park will be replaced by the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary at Grand Canyon
- In a group booking, double and triple rooms will be allocated. If you wish to be allocated in a single room, a single supplement must be selected. Please specify the number of single supplements required.
- Please book an evening departure flight from Chiang Rai Airport
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
- 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, 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
Day 1-2 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
- Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour, including arrival and departure transfers from Bangkok and Chiang Rai International Airports.Accommodation options
Day 1-2 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Royal Hotel @Chinatown or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5*
- Superior Hotel Category = Laluna Resort or similar 4*
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights of superior accommodation in Thailand, with stays at the Royal Hotel in Bangkok, Imperial Phitsanulok, Empress Chiang Mai, and Laluna Resort in Chiang Rai, offering 3 to 5-star comfort.Check out our Q&As
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What languages are available for the tour guide?
The tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, Spanish, French, or German guides are available at an additional cost as an optional extra.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 6 nights of accommodation. The hotels vary by location: in Bangkok, a superior hotel category such as the Royal Hotel in Chinatown or similar 4-star hotel is provided; in Phitsanulok, the Imperial Phitsanulok or similar 3-star hotel; in Chiang Mai, the Empress Chiang Mai or similar 5-star hotel; and in Chiang Rai, the Laluna Resort or similar 4-star hotel.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 6 breakfasts and 5 lunches from Day 3 to Day 7.
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What transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes a private transfer from Bangkok International Airport upon arrival, air-conditioned private transportation as stated in the program from Day 3 to Day 7, and a private transfer to Chiang Rai International Airport for departure.
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Are entrance fees and activities included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes visits to the Summer Palace, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and the museum in the Ayutthaya Historical Park, among others.
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What should I wear when visiting temples in Thailand?
Visitors should wear comfortable and light clothing, but avoid 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.
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What happens if I book a group tour and want a single room?
In a group booking, double and triple rooms will be allocated. If you wish to be allocated in a single room, a single supplement must be selected. Please specify the number of single supplements required.
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What is the policy on unused services or splitting the package?
There is no refund for unused services, and splitting of the package is not allowed.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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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.
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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.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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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.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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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.
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