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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nouvo City Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • DIY exploring of Bangkok
    • Traditional Thai massage
    • Pool relaxation
    • Pad Thai dining
    • Khao San Road nightlife
  3. Day 2

    Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

    Bangkok to Kanchanaburi
    Meals
    Dinner (Local specialities at dusk)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (River Kwai Jungle Rafts (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Royal Palace
    • Visit WWII Cemetery
    • Visit Bridge on River Kwai
    • Boat journey along River Kwai
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    Bridge on River Kwai
    WWII Cemetery
    River Kwai
  4. Day 3

    Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai

    Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Overnight Train)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Erawan Falls
    • Bike tour of Ayutthaya temples and palaces
    • Overnight train journey

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in emerald pools at Erawan Falls
    • Hiking trails at Erawan Falls
    Landmarks
    Erawan Falls
    Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
  5. Day 4

    Chiang Mai to Pai

    Chiang Mai to Pai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Baan Krating Pai Resort (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pai on foot
    • Explore Pai by bike
    • Experience Pai night markets and food vendors
    Landmarks
    Pai
  6. Day 5

    Pai

    Pai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Baan Krating Pai Resort (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon Muay Thai skills class with an expert
  7. Day 6

    Pai to Chiang Mai

    Pai to Chiang Mai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Empress Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Elephant Nature Park

    Optional Activities

    • Vespa tour of Chiang Mai streets and alleyways
    • Street food experience in Chiang Mai
    • Live music in market district
    Landmarks
    Elephant Nature Park
  8. Day 7

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Empress Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Exploring Chiang Mai's old town on foot
    • Traditional Thai massage
    • Authentic Thai cooking class
  9. Day 8

    Chiang Mai to Bangkok

    Chiang Mai to Bangkok
    Accommodation
    Hotel (W22 by Burasari (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Bangkok

    Optional Activities

    • Massage
    • Local street food exploration
    Landmarks
    Bangkok
  10. Day 9

    Bangkok to Surat Thani (Overnight Train)

    Bangkok to Surat Thani (Overnight Train)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Overnight Train)

    Included Activities

    • Overnight train to Surat Thani

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bangkok markets
    • Cafe-hopping in Bangkok
    • Longtail boat ride on Bangkok canals
    • Food crawl to local eateries
    Landmarks
    Bangkok
  11. Day 10

    Surat Thani to Khao Sok

    Surat Thani to Khao Sok
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Riverside Cottages (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Khao Sok
    • Explore Khao Sok National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in Khao Sok National Park
    • Canoe tour of Khao Sok National Park
    Landmarks
    Khao Sok National Park
    Cheow Larn Lake
  12. Day 11

    Khao Sok

    Khao Sok
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Squad dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sai Chon Raft House (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Longtail boat ride across Cheow Larn Lake
    • Bamboo raft ride to Pakarang Caves
    • Squad dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking in Khao Sok
    • Hiking in Khao Sok
    • Swimming in Khao Sok
    Landmarks
    Cheow Larn Lake
    Pakarang Caves
  13. Day 12

    Khao Sok to Krabi

    Khao Sok to Krabi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (AVA Sea Resort (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Krabi Sunset Cruise - island hopping, snorkelling, dinner and bioluminescent plankton swim
    Landmarks
    Krabi
  14. Day 13

    Krabi

    Krabi
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (AVA Sea Resort (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Hotel pool relaxation
    • Beach time
    • Local market exploration
  15. Day 14

    Krabi

    Krabi

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5.0
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    4.9
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    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.9
  • Food
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  • Lucy
    Lucy5.0•December 2025
    Led by Rhiannon
    Absolutely awesome trip, loved every second of it. I especially loved that we did activities that I otherwise would...
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    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience and that you loved every moment of your trip. It is wonderful to know that the activities included allowed you to discover experiences and hidden gems that you may not have found travelling independently. We are especially pleased to hear your kind comments about the Trip Manager and the positive impact she had on the group. We will be sure to pass on your feedback to her, as recognition like this is always greatly appreciated. Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another adventure in the future.
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  • Winnifred5.0•December 2024
    Led by Rhiannon
    Had the absolute pleasure of Rhi being my guide for Thailand. Her passion for her role was so obvious and she was the...
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    Traveled in November 2024
  • Anonymous5.0•December 2024
    I’ve had one of the best experiences with guided tours with Rhi. She’s the perfect mix of fun and professional. It’s...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We are delighted to learn that you enjoyed your trip and that our Trip Manager contributed positively to your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your travel partner; we sincerely value your feedback and appreciate your support.
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  • Shaina5.0•December 2024
    What a thorough itinerary this was! From North to South Thailand, not one stone was left unturned. With guidance by...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We’re thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time on your trip and that our Trip Manager positively impacted your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your travel companion—we truly appreciate your feedback.
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  • Anonymous5.0•December 2024
    What a thorough and well explored itinerary this was! From north to south Thailand, guided by our TM Rhi, there was...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We are pleased to learn that you enjoyed your trip and that our Trip Manager positively impacted your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your travel partner. We sincerely value your feedback and appreciate your continued support.
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  • Megan5.0•December 2024
    Cannot recommend doing a tour with Rhi enough. Her personality just brings the tour to life and her love for travel...
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    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're so happy to hear that you had a great trip and that our Trip Manager made it even better. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your travel buddy; your feedback means the world to us, and we truly appreciate your support.
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  • Anonymous5.0•December 2024
    Rhi was an absolutely amazing guide. She is full of local knowledge and if you was unable to give you an answer right...
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    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We’re super glad to hear you had a blast on your trip and that our Trip Manager was there to make it even more awesome. Thanks for choosing Contiki as your adventure partner; we really appreciate your feedback.
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  • Kata5.0•December 2024
    Led by Rhiannon
    Rhi was absolutely amazing, I couldn’t recommend her more! She went above and beyond for us the entire trip & was...
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    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're so happy to hear that you had a great trip and that our Trip Manager made it even better! Thank you for choosing Contiki as your travel buddy; your feedback means the world to us, and we truly appreciate your support.
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  • James5.0•May 2024
    Led by Rhiannon
    Rhi is an amazing trip manager, better than you can comprehend if you’ve never being on a trip with her. She is...
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    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are thrilled you had an exceptional adventure and received top-notch service, providing an unforgettable travel experience. Thanks for embarking on this adventure with us.
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  • Jasmine5.0•February 2023
    Led by Rhiannon
    I had the trip of a lifetime! This was my first time travelling solo and I am beyond grateful to of had Rhi as a Trip...
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    Traveled in December 2022
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your great review. Our Trip Managers strive to bring to life the most amazing trips for our guests, so it's great to hear that this is precisely what you experienced. We're thrilled that you had such an unforgettable trip, and we hope you'll be travelling with us again soon.
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    Neil

    Asked on February 9th, 2026

    I received two emails that say thank you for booking with us, but I haven't officially booked a trip yet. I was looking at prices and dates for certain Thailand tour packages, but I didn't book them yet or give any deposits. Please lmk that I'm not mistaken, thank you.

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    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2026

      The two booking references you provided are currently Quote Bookings only. This means they are not confirmed, no space has been reserved for you yet, and no payment is required at this stage. Both quote requests were made directly with Contiki. For any assistance related to those specific quotes, you may reach out to Contiki's team directly.

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    Debra

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    Can I find out the nationalities of other participants?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written March 2025

      Participants come from various countries including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA, South Africa, UK, and Europe, but specific breakdowns are not provided.

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    Jolande

    Asked on March 8th, 2025

    Is the flight quote included with the tour fees?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written March 2025

      Flight costs are not included in the package price, but a free quote can be provided upon request.

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    Sebastián

    Asked on February 22nd, 2025

    What are the age and sex of the other travellers?

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      Specific details about the age and sex of other travellers cannot be provided due to variations in the booking regions.

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    Danielle

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    When must flights details be provided for arranging transfers?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2025

      Flight details should be provided at least 14 days prior to departure to book charge transfers.

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    Heidi

    Asked on February 3rd, 2025

    How can I provide my passport details?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2025

      You can enter your passport details online via the 'My Contiki' link on our website, or by calling our Contact Center.

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    Sigrid

    Asked on January 29th, 2025

    What should I do if I arrive and cannot locate the airport transfer representative?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written January 2025

      If you cannot find the airport transfer representative, you should call the phone number provided on your transfer voucher.

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    Larry

    Asked on January 24th, 2025

    What size and weight limits apply to luggage on this tour?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written January 2025

      Luggage allowance is limited to 1 suitcase with a maximum weight of 44 lbs (20kg).

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    Lindsay

    Asked on July 2nd, 2024

    What is the latest time we can arrive at the hotel in Bangkok on the first day? I cannot arrive in Bangkok before about 3pm. Would this be okay?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written July 2024

      The tour will kick-start with a meeting at approximately 6:00 PM at the start hotel in Bangkok on the first day. Arriving around 3:00 PM should be fine, as it allows you ample time to settle in before our evening start.

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    Hans-Peter

    Asked on May 21st, 2024

    What is the group size for this tour?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written May 2024

      The maximum number of travellers per group is 34.

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