Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Bodhiserene Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Buak Hard Public Park
- Explore the Old City and its historic temples
- Traditional Thai massage at Women's Vocational Institute
- Welcome dinner with tour group
Landmarks Buak Hard Public Park Chiang Mai Old City - Day 2
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Thai lunch at lakeside hut with authentic Thai dishes including curries, stir-fries, fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Bodhiserene Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ziplining adventure at Huay Tung Tao Lake
- Visit to Doi Suthep temple
- Monks' evening chanting at Doi Suthep
Optional Activities
- Refreshing swim in Huay Tung Tao Lake
Landmarks Huay Tung Tao Lake Doi Suthep - Day 3
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai- Meals
- Lunch (Local noodle dishes at Ban Naton Chan village)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Legendha Sokhothai Resort)
Included Activities
- Visit to Ban Naton Chan village and community meeting
- Exploration of traditional crafts and artisan work
- Bicycle exploration of Sukhothai temple ruins and UNESCO World Heritage site
Landmarks Ban Naton Chan village Sukhothai Historical Park - Day 4
Sukhothai to Mae Sot
Sukhothai to Mae Sot- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (The Teak Hotel)
Included Activities
- Hands-on cooking experience at Borderline Collective
- Guided visit to Mae Sot main market for ingredient selection
- Learning to cook Shan, Karen, and Burmese regional specialties
Landmarks Mae Sot Main Market Borderline Collective - Day 5
Mae Sot to Karen Village
Mae Sot to Karen Village- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner with host family - freshly prepared meal)
- Accommodation
- Home-stay (Mahouts)
Included Activities
- Two-hour off-road drive to remote Karen village
- Welcome by Karen community and host family
- Gentle village walk and introduction to daily life
- Welcome dinner with host family
Landmarks Karen Village Mahout Foundation - Day 6
Karen Village
Karen Village- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with host family), Dinner (Dinner with villagers)
- Accommodation
- Home-stay (Mahouts)
Included Activities
- Elephant tracking in forest with experienced mahouts
- Small group hiking in natural forest habitat
- Traditional Karen fabric weaving experience
- Bamboo basket weaving experience
- Sunset view from temple
- Dinner with villagers
Optional Activities
- Conversation with villagers about daily life and traditions over mountain tea
Landmarks Karen Forest - Day 7
Karen Village to Nakhon Sawan
Karen Village to Nakhon Sawan- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast with host family), Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Good Nakornsawan Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to King Taksin Memorial in Tak
- Exploration of Tak's Chinese quarter and traditional shop houses
- Stop at local markets along route
Optional Activities
- Sample Chinese-Thai delicacies at local eateries
- Browse family-run shops in Tak's Chinese quarter
Landmarks King Taksin Memorial Tak Chinese Quarter - Day 8
Nakhon Sawan to Bangkok
Nakhon Sawan to Bangkok- Meals
- Dinner (Street food adventure in Bangkok night markets including grilled meats, boat noodles, papaya salad, and mango sticky rice)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Centre Point Plus Hotel)
Included Activities
- Street food adventure in Bangkok's night markets and alleys
Optional Activities
- Chao Phraya River cruise with temple views and klong exploration
- Explore lively neighbourhood around hotel
Landmarks Chao Phraya River Bangkok Night Markets - Day 9
Bangkok
Bangkok- Meals
- Dinner (Final meal with group to share memories and celebrate the journey)
- Accommodation
- Hotel 4* (Centre Point Plus Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Shopping at Pratunam Market
- Shopping at Siam Paragon and high-end malls
- Explore street markets and boutique shops
- Visit Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha
- Visit Wat Pho and Reclining Buddha
- Explore Chinatown streets and markets
Landmarks Grand Palace Emerald Buddha Wat Pho Reclining Buddha Chinatown Pratunam Market Siam Paragon - Day 10
Bangkok
Bangkok- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Chinatown
- Extended stay in Bangkok
- Beach extension to Koh Samet
Landmarks Chinatown
