Itinerary Details
Avanti Destinations: Thailand Essentials
Day 1 Arrive Bangkok
Arrival in Bangkok
Transfer.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Centrally Located Hotel In Bangkok, ()
Day 2 Bangkok
Bangkok Highlights: City, Temples and Klong Tour
In the morning, visit two of the most impressive sights in the city. The Reclining Buddha at Wat Po is an enormous Buddha covered in gold leaf, lying majestically on its side. The Grand Palace has no equal and is a must-see for every visitor to Bangkok. Built by King Rama I in 1782, it was the centre of power for more than 150 years; today it is Bangkok's most celebrated landmark. Within the compound is the Temple of The Emerald Buddha - Wat Pra Kaew - which houses Thailand's most precious image of the Lord Buddha.
Lunch will be served in a Thai restaurant near the river. In the afternoon, travel along the picturesque Chao Phraya River through the klongs (canals) of Thonburi. Observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways which gave the city the name Venice of the East. Finally, pay a visit to one of the city's most photographed sites, the shimmering Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). The majestic shrine has a pagoda of 79m high. It is decorated with glazed ceramic pieces that reflect the sun's rays and give the temple its name.
Centrally Located Hotel In Bangkok, (B,L)
Day 3 Bangkok to Chiang Mai
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
Arrival in Chiang Mai
Meet and greet with our guide then transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Centrally Located Hotel In Chiang Mai, (B)
Day 4 Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai City Tour
Your afternoon tour takes you around the famous city for an up-close and personal look at some of its most notable temples, as well as stops at its old city walls, gates, and moat. The highlight of this trip is Wat Pan Tao, built in the typical wooden northern-Thailand architecture, with exquisite fine carving on the eaves and door. Proceed to Wat Jet Yod with its seven spires and incredible architecture commemorating the year 2000 of the Buddha era. Then drive up to Doi Suthep to visit Wat Phra Dhat Doi Suthep (built in A.D. 1384). Wat Doi Suthep is the most sacred temple in northern Thailand, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Centrally Located Hotel In Chiang Mai, (B,L)
Day 5 Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Breakfast at hotel.
Then depart by road to Chiang Rai. On the way, visit Hot Spring Baan Pong Nam Ron. Visit Wat Rong Khun or the "White Temple". This temple is unique from other temples in that it has been constructed entirely in a radiant white color with sparking reflections from mirrored glass mosaics embedded in the white plaster. Continue on to take a long-tailed boat cruise approximately 1 hour to visit Karen hill tribe village.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Centrally Located Hotel In Chiang Rai, (B,L)
Day 6 Chiang Rai to Phuket
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to the airport.
Arrival in Phuket
Transfer
Overnight in Phuket.
Centrally Located Hotel In Phuket, (B,L)
Day 7 Phuket
Phi Phi Island Tour by Join Speedboat
Take a speed boat to Phi Phi island. Enjoy a swim/snorkel stop at its beach. Drive to Phi Phi Ley, famous for its birds nests.
Pick up from your hotel and arrive at the prestigious Royal Phuket Marina. Depart for Maya Bay and Phi Phi Island. Relax at Maya Bay (where The Beach
was partially filmed). Snorkel and swim in clear water at Loh Samah and Pileh Cove. Visit the Viking Cave, now home to nest producing swallows. Feed the local inhabitants at The Monkey Beach
. Appreciate the magnificent marine life at the Hin Klang (Great Coral Reef). Lunch will be served at Phi Phi Natural Resort (Private beach). After lunch, explore Bamboo Island
, a flat beautiful island blending white sand and very clear water. Relax on the beach or swim and snorkel. There is also a nice coral reef near the beach. Return to the Royal Phuket Marina and transfer back to your hotel.
Centrally Located Hotel In Phuket, (B,L)
Day 8 Phuket
After breakfast, explore this enchanting area on your own.
Overnight in Phuket.
Centrally Located Hotel In Phuket, (B,L)
Day 9 Depart Phuket
Transfer to the airport to continue on to your next Avanti destination!
Centrally Located Hotel In Phuket, (B)