12 Days Thailand: Land of Smiles Tour Package
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights 
Priced From: $6425 pp Dbl. Occ.
Dates: Jul - Dec
 

Thailand proudly proclaims that it has never been colonized. One aspect of this fact is that it has retained its unique culture, traditions and language. With a rich heritage and abundant natural resources, Thailand is unquestionably one of the most exotic countries in Asia. Begin in Bangkok, one of the world's most exciting cities and one of extremes.

Explore the many facets of Bangkok's China Town and experience a feast for the senses as you meander through the network of narrow alleys where an unimaginable assortment of goods is laid out on footpaths and in tiny shops and where you may relax and revive your senses during a 90-minute Yin Yang foot massage.

Continue northward from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son for outdoor activities and visits to nearby hill tribes. In Chiang Mai see an elephant training camp, exotic temples, mountains, waterfalls and markets. End on one of Thailand's idyllic beaches to luxuriate on powdery white sand and in crystal clear waters.

Day 1

Arrive Bangkok, Thailand's enchanting capital and check into your historic hotel, The Oriental Hotel.

Days 2-3

Spend two days touring the city's highlights. Discover colorful floating markets, glittering palaces and private antique collections including a magnificent selection of Thai paintings and replicas of some beautiful Thai architecture constructed within a museum complex. One evening attend an authentic Thai Kick Boxing match, a our Signature Event, The Oriental Hotel.

Days 4-5

Fly to Mae Hong Son, nestled in a deep valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges. Encounter both fascinating minority people and dreamy temples. Visit a Karen hill tribe village and the Padong village, home of the long-necked Giraffe Women tribe. Drive southwards to visit the Meo Micro Wave hill tribe village and the Burmese-style temples Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong Klang, with its 100-year-old glass paintings and woodcarvings, Imperial Tara Mae Hong Son.

Days 6-8

Before breakfast, join locals giving morning alms to the monks. After breakfast, fly to Chiang Mai and tour the city's highlights including Wat Doi Suthep. An elephant encounter followed by an easy bamboo rafting trip rounds out your stay in the Rose of the North, Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi.

Days 9-11

Fly to either Phuket in the Andaman Sea or Ko Samui in Thailand's Gulf for an unforgettable island experience, Trisara Phuket or Six Senses Hideaway Samui.

Day 12

Fly to Bangkok and depart Thailand.

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