Best of Central and Northern Thailand – 7 Days

This morning, we take a tour around the city’s stunning canals and a visit to Bangkok’s finest temples. Start out at Wat Traimit – home to the world’s largest solid golden Buddha – before crossing the old city streets to see an even larger Buddha reclining at Wat Pho. Make our way to the impressive Grand Palace, another temple complex boasting some of the most beautiful Thai-Buddhist architecture across the country. Discover plenty of grounds and dazzling buildings consisting of the highly0revered Wat Phra Kaew housing the prized Emerald Buddha Statue. After lunch, enjoy a good time on the water meandering through the odd canals and taking in the serene side of life from the seat of a long tail boat. Overnight in Bangkok.

Explore the grandeur of Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam. Hear the fairy tales of palaces filled with lavish and gold ceremonies as well as decorative monasteries that were the envy of old-world Europe. Leisurely walk the grounds of the Summer Palace then head northwards to Phitsanulok for an overnight stay. Overnight in Phitsanulok.

Leave Phitsanulok behind and head to the nearby temple ruins at Sukhothai. Discover the old–aged Thai capital, venturing inside the main historical park which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once there, we can see almost two-hundred separate sites, all left in ruins after the city was abandoned some 700 years ago. The collection of shrines, chedis, and Buddha statues that offer one of the north’s most photogenic spots. Making our way out of the historical park, end up at the Wat Chom Sawan which is Burmese-style temple housing an eclectic array of statues made from ivory, lacquer, and marble. Then, we head to Wat Phrathat Chor Hae in the tranquil Phrae province which features a towering stupa shining bright gold in the sunlight. After a day excursion of temple hopping, we hit the road to reach Phrae township in time for dinner. Overnight in Phrae.

The first stop on this morning’s itinerary is Baan Pratabjai, a house consisting of hundreds of intricately carved teak pillars following the prominent ‘Lanna’ style of the region. Take a quick look around before heading to Ban Tung Hong Village to witness local fabric making. Back on the road, pass by Phae Muang Phi – an impressive network of towering sandstone formations with sheer cliff edges dropping into deep, narrow valleys. We then continue along the road towards Chiang Rai to check into a hotel for the night. Overnight in Chiang Rai.

Enjoy breakfast and then, we enjoy an 8-hour journey heading to small towns and diverse border cities in the northern region of Thailand. We set off from Chiang Rai then head onward to the nearby Yao and Akha tribe villages. The Akha people are renowned for their beautiful and exotic costumes and; the Yao people are famous for their serene and aristocratic demeanor. Keep our trip going on by visiting Chiang Saen which is a small town well-known for its numerous old-aged temples as well as ruins. We finally move to Mae Sai and spend some time discovering the local market which offers an insight into the trading heritage of Mae Sai. Later drive back to Chiang Rai and overnight there.

Today, we drive to Mae Rim district where we will enjoy an elephant camp. Our destination is covered by the dense lush jungles of Chiang Mai’s Mae Sa Valley which is the natural surrounding of elephants and the other animals freely roaming around the camp. After spending morning interacting with animals, we head to the city and along the road, we stop at an orchid farm which is home to a large selection of colorful blooms. Today, we drive to Mae Rim district where we will enjoy an elephant camp. Our destination is covered by the dense lush jungles of Chiang Mai’s Mae Sa Valley which is the natural surrounding of elephants and the other animals freely roaming around the camp. After spending morning interacting with animals, we head to the city and along the road, we stop at an orchid farm which is home to a large selection of colorful blooms. Later, take a drive to the airport for a flight coming home. The trip ends. Hope you had a wonderful and memorable trip. When it comes to other Asia vacation packages, hope you will go with us.