The best Experiences of Thailand: Mountains to the Sea - 14 Days

Experience the best of Thailand on this 14-day package tour that takes you through the country's top destinations. From the vibrant capital city of Bangkok to the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, and the stunning natural beauty of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Krabi, this tour is the ultimate way to explore the highlights of Thailand.

Discover the iconic landmarks of Bangkok on a Tuk Tuk city tour before immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of Kanchanaburi and Ayutthaya. Then, head north to the charming city of Chiang Mai, where you'll learn to cook Thai cuisine and explore the region's natural beauty.

Next, venture to the picturesque town of Chiang Rai, known for its stunning temples and scenic landscapes. Afterward, fly to Krabi, where you'll indulge in a premium Phi Phi Island tour and a 4 Islands tour by longtail boat, exploring the crystal-clear waters and pristine beaches of the Andaman Sea.

Finally, spend some leisure time in Krabi before returning to Bangkok for your flight back home. This tour includes all sightseeing, entrance fees, and airport transfers, ensuring a hassle-free and unforgettable experience in Thailand.

1. Bangkok City Tour by Tuk Tuk: Explore Bangkok's iconic landmarks and hidden gems aboard a tuk-tuk. See the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and the flower market. Experience the vibrant city's bustling streets and take in the stunning views from different vantage points.
2. Kanchanaburi and Ayutthaya: Visit two of Thailand's most historically rich cities. In Kanchanaburi, learn about the region's involvement in World War II and visit the famous Bridge over the River Kwai. In Ayutthaya, explore the ancient capital and visit temples such as Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Si Sanphet.
3. Chiang Mai Cooking Class: Discover the secrets of Thai cuisine in a fun and interactive cooking class. Visit a local market to select fresh ingredients, learn how to make popular Thai dishes such as Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup, and enjoy your creations for lunch.
4. Chiang Rai: Immerse yourself in the culture of Northern Thailand. Visit the famous White Temple, explore the Golden Triangle area where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet, and learn about the local hill tribes' way of life.
5. Premium Phi Phi Island by speed Boat: Experience the beauty of the Andaman Sea by visiting the stunning Phi Phi Islands. Snorkel in crystal clear waters, relax on pristine beaches, and take in the breathtaking scenery of this tropical paradise.
6. Krabi 4 Islands by Long Tails Boat: Explore the stunning islands and rock formations of Krabi's coastline. Swim in the Emerald Pool, visit the famous Chicken Island, and watch the sunset over the Andaman Sea.

Today, you will arrive at Bangkok International Airport. Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi airport, you will be greeted by our team and transferred to your hotel for check-in. You will have some free time to relax and explore the city at your leisure. You will spend the night in Bangkok. The airport pickup is included in your arrangements.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

Please note: For religious reasons, ladies should wear short-sleeved tops with full-length trousers or knee-length skirts, while gentlemen should wear trousers and short-sleeved shirts. Sandals or flip-flops are allowed.

Your English-speaking guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 9:00 a.m. for your city tour, which will be conducted on a Tuk Tuk and on foot for some short visits. The tour is sure to be enjoyable for kids as well.

You will drive to the Royal Grand Palace, the most important and impressive royal palace in Thailand. Learn about the palace's history and significance, and do not miss the chance to see the mysterious Emerald Buddha, which is the most revered Buddha image in Thailand.

After the tour, you will return to your hotel, where you can relax by the poolside. You will spend the night in Bangkok.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 8:00 a.m., and you will then drive for 1.5 hours to visit the Railway Track Market in Samut Songkram. This is a unique experience where you can witness vendors quickly packing up their stores as the train approaches the tracks.

Afterward, you will continue your journey to Kanchanaburi, where you will visit the Allied War Cemetery, the final resting place for more than 6,000 Allied prisoners of war (POWs). You will also visit the world-famous Bridge over the River Kwai, which is part of the Death Railway constructed by Allied POWs. Additionally, you will visit the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, an interactive museum, information, and research facility dedicated to presenting the history of the Thailand–Burma Railway. This fully air-conditioned center offers visitors an educational and moving experience. For lunch, you will have a break at a local restaurant (payment on-site).

In the afternoon, you will visit the Hell Fire Pass Memorial, which is dedicated to those Australians and other Allied Prisoners of War, and Asian laborers who suffered and died at Hellfire Pass and elsewhere in the Asia Pacific region during WW2. You will then proceed to the Walking Trails from Hell Fire Pass to Hin Tok Station and then drive straight to your hotel for check-in in the late afternoon.

The distance from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi is around 150km, which takes approximately 3 hours of driving.

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Accommodation Options:

AP Grand Resort - 3-star or similar

Sakarin Valley Resort - 4-star or similar

Dheva Mantra Resort - 5-star or similar

After checking out in the morning, you will transfer to Ayutthaya. You can take a leisurely stroll around the splendid Bang Pa-In Summer Palace and its landscaped gardens, which are peppered with curious buildings that blend turn-of-the-century European architectural styles with Thai and Chinese styles. You will also visit the temple ruins and the surrounding Ayutthaya Historical Park.

Afterward, you will check into your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

The distance from Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya is around 170km, which takes approximately 2.5 hours of driving.

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Accommodation Options:

Klong Suan Plue Resort - 3-star or similar

Mayuu Ayutthaya Hotel - 4-star or similar

Classic Kameo Hotel - 5-star or similar

After breakfast, we will hop on our bikes and ride to one of the many temples located in Ayutthaya for a guided tour. Following this, you will have the option to either continue on to visit more temples or go for a leisurely ride around town to observe what’s going on.

Afterward, we will rejoin the car and drive back to Bangkok. You will have time for sightseeing along the way back.

We will arrive at the hotel in the evening. You can check in to the hotel and enjoy some leisure time. You will be staying overnight in Bangkok.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

After having breakfast at the hotel in Bangkok, you will take a morning flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by a tour guide at the airport. The first stop will be Wat Suan Dok where the ashes of former Kings of Chiang Mai and the Royal Family are kept. After that, you will take a 20-minute rickshaw ride to a local temple in Chiang Mai town, where you will have the opportunity to talk with a monk about all aspects of his religion. You will gain valuable insights from someone who has devoted their life to a serene and simple lifestyle.

Next, you will bid farewell to the monk and drive to Doi Suthep to visit the most secret temple of Chiang Mai, Wat Phrathat, which was founded in 1383 A.D. In 1935, a road was built to the top, but nowadays people climb the 309 steps from the car park to the top or take a tram (which is included in the tour). The climb up is rewarded with a superb panoramic view over the city.

In the afternoon, you will join a cooking class. Baan Hongnaul Cookery School offers a Thai Cooking program that will complete your experience in this wonderful country. You will learn how to create a Thai meal and prepare the food yourself, with instruction on how to choose the right herbs for the healthy benefit you need. You will also have the experience of gathering herbs from the garden and preparing them to create four different delicious dishes. During the class, each participant will receive a cookbook created for other wonderful delights. Kids will be especially impressed by this class, as it will seem like a creative game for them. After the class, you will return to the hotel for leisure and relaxation.

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Accommodation Options:

White Boutique Hotel - 3-star or similar

The Rise Suites- SHA Extra Plus - 4-star or similar

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort  - 5-star or similar

After breakfast, you will take a tour to the Elephant Sanctuary in the morning.

In the afternoon, you will check out of your hotel and your guide will meet you in the lobby. You will then be transferred (approximately 3 hours) to Chiang Rai.

Today, you will visit Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple), which is different from any other temple in Thailand. In contrast to the ancient temples, this temple was built in 1997 and was designed using white glass. An authentic Thai lunch will be served at a local restaurant. You will then visit the Akha, Yao, and Long Neck Karen tribes before continuing to your hotel in Chiang Rai for check-in. You can then spend the rest of the day at leisure.

The distance between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai is approximately 185 km, and the driving time is approximately 3 hours.

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Accommodation Options:

Chiangrai Green Park Resort - 3-star or similar

Laluna Hotel And Resort - 4-star or similar

The Imperial River House Resort - 5-star or similar

Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at around 7:00 a.m. for transfer to Doi Mae Salong, a Chinese village and tea plantation. This trip provides a glimpse into the unique way of life of the Chinese communities who settled in the northern mountains of Chiang Rai province after the Chinese Civil War and lived nomadically in neighboring Burma for several years. Mandarin is still the spoken language, and Chinese customs are retained, including tea cultivation, which is particularly suited to the high altitude and cool climate of the Doi Mae Salong Mountains, producing high-quality tea. As you drive through the beautiful mountain scenery, your guide will give you a comprehensive understanding of the region's intriguing political history, earning it the nickname "Little Switzerland".

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Accommodation Options:

Chiangrai Green Park Resort - 3-star or similar

Laluna Hotel And Resort - 4-star or similar

The Imperial River House Resort - 5-star or similar

In the morning, after breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Chiang Rai and transfer to the airport for your flight to Krabi via Bangkok. Upon arrival at Krabi airport, look for a tour guide holding a welcome signboard with your name. Your guide will escort you to a private comfortable vehicle for the 30-45 minute transfer to your hotel. After checking in, the remainder of the day will be free for you to relax and enjoy the hotel's facilities, explore the nearby area, or simply take in the beautiful scenery of Krabi.

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Accommodation Options:

Aonang Paradise Resort - 3-star or similar

Aonang Princeville Villa Resort and Spa - 4-star or similar

Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort - 5-star or similar

After having breakfast at the hotel, the best way to explore the Phi Phi Islands is by speed boat from Krabi. Although the islands are beautiful, they can be challenging to reach. This package includes a speed boat ride from Krabi, which is the nearest town to the islands, and an overnight stay in a beachfront bungalow. You'll have the whole day to explore the islands and enjoy various activities.

The itinerary for the day starts with a pickup from your hotel by minivan between 8:00-8:30 am, and a transfer to the pier at Nopparat tara Beach. Upon arrival at the pier, you will check-in to register for insurance and take the snorkel equipment, which is complimentary with coffee, tea, snacks, and seasick pills for everyone.

Next, you'll hop on the speedboat and depart to the first stop, Bamboo Island or Koh Pai, a true paradise island with white sands, clear blue water, and beautiful palms. The sea is perfect for snorkeling despite the crowd of people. After Bamboo Island, the next stop is Monkey Beach, where you can take a break from marveling at the stunning geological formations and admire the beautiful and frantically busy underwater ecosystems. We suggest viewing these interesting monkeys from the safety of our boat.

After that, head to Phi Phi Island and have some delicious Thai lunch at the beachside restaurant. You can then relax at your leisure on the island. In the afternoon, there will be sightseeing at Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, and Lohsamah Bay. The last stop is at Maya Bay, where you can relax and admire the remarkable scenery from the movie "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

The tour will end around 4:30 pm when you return to the pier and transfer back to your hotel. You will then check-in and stay overnight in Krabi.

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Accommodation Options:

Aonang Paradise Resort - 3-star or similar

Aonang Princeville Villa Resort and Spa - 4-star or similar

Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort - 5-star or similar

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you can embark on a full-day tour of the Krabi 4 Islands Trip by Longtail Boat. This tour offers the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful islands in the region via a speedboat. You will visit Koh Poda, Chicken Island, Tup Island, and Phranang Cave Beach. These islands are home to world-class beaches and limestone cliffs that offer stunning views.

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel between 8:00-8:30 am and transfer to Nopparatthara pier. At the pier, you can check in and enjoy warm tea and coffee as you receive a briefing from a professional tour guide. Then, you can hop on a speedboat and start the journey.

The first stop of the tour is at Phranang Cave Beach, which is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. You can also enjoy sightseeing at Railay, a world-class rock climbing site, and watch climbers from around the world test their skills on the limestone cliffs.

Next, the tour continues to "Thala Waek," also known as the Separated Sea. This area features sand dunes that connect Chicken Island, Tub Island, and Mor Island, creating a unique natural phenomenon that occurs every day. Your guide will lead you to walk on the sand dunes, which is like walking in the middle of the sea.

Chicken Island is the next stop, and it is a limestone island in the middle of the sea that has been eroded by wind and rain to form a hill shaped like a chicken's head.

Finally, you will visit Koh Poda, where you can have a picnic lunch in a comfortable pine atmosphere with the sound of sea waves and wind blowing.

At 2:00 pm, you will depart back to the pier and transfer back to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and stay overnight in Krabi.

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Accommodation Options:

Aonang Paradise Resort - 3-star or similar

Aonang Princeville Villa Resort and Spa - 4-star or similar

Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort - 5-star or similar

Today is a leisure day for you to enjoy the beautiful setting of the hotel or explore the downtown area for shopping and sightseeing at your own pace. You may take a walk along the stunning beaches, enjoy a refreshing swim, or indulge in some local cuisine at the restaurants. If you're in the mood for some adventure, you can go for water sports activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, or diving. Krabi also offers plenty of natural attractions such as hot springs, waterfalls, and caves that you can visit. The day is yours to spend as you please.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Krabi.

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Accommodation Options:

Aonang Paradise Resort - 3-star or similar

Aonang Princeville Villa Resort and Spa - 4-star or similar

Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort - 5-star or similar

Enjoy your final day in Krabi at your own pace, taking advantage of the hotel's amenities or exploring the town on your own. Perhaps you might want to visit the local markets, relax on the beach, or go on a hike. The day is yours to spend as you wish. Later in the day, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight back to Bangkok. Upon arrival in Bangkok, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, it's time to check out. Please make sure to check out no later than 12:00 pm. Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby for a private van transfer (approx. 45mins) to the airport.

We hope you had a wonderful trip and wish you a safe and pleasant journey home. Thank you for choosing Legend Travel Group for your travels. Don't hesitate to contact us for any future travel plans, as we would be delighted to assist you again.

Airport transfer is included in the tour package.