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Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only)

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 8
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Start point
    Bulgari, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan 10540, Thailand (Pick up at Bangkok Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Century Park hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bangkok cultural attractions
    • Visit food stalls
    • Shopping in Bangkok
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  2. Day 2

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Century Park hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Grand Palace
    • Tour Wat Po temple with reclining Buddha
    • Visit Wat Trimit temple with Golden Buddha

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Thai Massage
    • Local dining experiences
    • Rooftop bar sunset viewing
    Landmarks
    Royal Grand Palace
    Wat Po
    Wat Trimit
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  3. Day 3

    Bangkok

    Bangkok
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Century Park hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Maeklong Railway Market
    • Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
    Landmarks
    Maeklong Railway Market
    Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
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  4. Day 4

    Bangkok to Phitsanulok

    Bangkok to Phitsanulok
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant in Chai Nat)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Imperial Phitsanulok)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Summer Palace of Rama V at Bang Pa-In
    • Tour Wat Yai Chaimongkhon in Ayutthaya
    • Tour Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya
    • Tour Wat Phanan Choeng in Ayutthaya
    • Brief orientation tour of Phitsanulok
    Landmarks
    Summer Palace of Rama V
    Wat Yai Chaimongkhon
    Wat Mahathat
    Wat Phanan Choeng
    Ayutthaya Historical Park
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  5. Day 5

    Phitsanulok to Lampang

    Phitsanulok to Lampang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch en route at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Wienglakor Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok
    • Explore Sukhothai Historical Park
    • Visit Si Satchanalai temple ruins
    • Cross wooden suspension bridge at Si Satchanalai
    Landmarks
    Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
    Sukhothai Historical Park
    Si Satchanalai
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  6. Day 6

    Lampang to Chiang Rai

    Lampang to Chiang Rai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Chiang Rai)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Laluna), Hotel 5* (Imperial River House Chiang Rai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
    • Visit Wat Rong Khun
    • Boat trip around Golden Triangle with stop at Don Sao Island (Laos)
    • Visit House of Opium

    Optional Activities

    • Coffee break at Phayao Lake
    Landmarks
    Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
    Phayao Lake
    Wat Rong Khun
    Golden Triangle
    Don Sao Island
    House of Opium
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  7. Day 7

    Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

    Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Tha Ton)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Empress Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chiang Rai morning market
    • Visit Wat Phra Kaew temple
    • Explore Hill Tribe Museum and Education Centre
    • Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
    • Cable car to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
    Landmarks
    Chiang Rai morning market
    Wat Phra Kaew
    Hill Tribe Museum and Education Centre
    Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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  8. Day 8

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Empress Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
    • Visit Royal Park Rajapruek
    • Visit Baan Tipmanee traditional woodworking shop
    Landmarks
    Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
    Royal Park Rajapruek
    Baan Tipmanee
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  9. Day 9

    Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai
    End point
    Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) ท่าอากาศยานเชียงใหม่, 60 Mahidol Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand (Drop off at Chiang Mai Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Chiang Mai attractions and landmarks
    • Visit green spaces in Chiang Mai
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4.6
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  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 1
    May 10th, 2026
    The tour exceeded our expectations. Everything listed in the itinerary was seen and it included everything we wanted...
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    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy you enjoyed the tour and hope to see you again in the future.
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    March 6th, 2026
    The itinerary was very good, our guide Armin and Driver Mr Ahn were professional, and extremely helpful and good. The...
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    Traveled in February 2026
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 3
    October 9th, 2025
    This tour offered incredible insights into Thailand’s rich culture — from the bustling train track and floating...
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    Traveled in September 2025
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    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • D
    March 22nd, 2025
    We had a fantastic trip to Thailand. We were a family of 8 adults. From the time Mr. Boon met us at the airport, he...
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    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 5
    March 12th, 2025
    The tour was really good and well organised and the tour guide was really knowledgeable and fun with it.
    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • A
    January 17th, 2025
    I submitted my review about this tour yesterday . It is a very positive review. Please confirm that my review was...
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    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 7
    January 16th, 2025
    We enjoyed very much our “ Experience Thailand In 9 Days Tour” operated by TUI – Destination Travel. Jay is an...
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    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • C
    December 28th, 2024
    It was a wonderful trip with lot's of history and culture. The tourguide and driver did an amazing job
    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your feedback. we are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with our services. hope to meet you again at our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 9
    August 12th, 2024
    Our tour guide was excellent! We got private transportation, hoteles were great! Loved it!
    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your feedback. We hope to welcome you again in our destinations. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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  • A
    May 30th, 2024
    The main issue we had was with our guide. Joe was very pleasant, but did not speak very good English and did not talk...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Destination Services Thailand
    First of all, please accept our sincere apologizes for the inconveniences caused by the tour guide's assistance. We were aware of your feedback and have already informed the concerned department about the issue that you mentioned, and they will definitely investigate your matter properly. Thank you for your feedback and we will use this to improve our services in the future. Customer Service Team, Destination Services
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    Eva

    Asked on March 26th, 2026

    How many people have signed up for this tour?

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    Kristina

    Asked on February 12th, 2026

    I happen to arrive in Thailand in the evening of Sunday 15th March 2026. Will depart on Wedn 25th March. I would have been interested in this tour called 'Experience Thailand'. Would it be possible to jump on this tour from DAY 4 only (and get a price adjusted accordingly)? am single and would want single accommodation.

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten February 2026

      We're pleased to confirm that solo travelers are accommodated in a single room, and the supplement for this will be shown during the booking process.

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    Debbie

    Asked on January 20th, 2026

    If I travel solo, just checking that I have my own accommodation and don't share with anyone.

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten January 2026

      Yes, our package Not shared join room for hotel accommodation. Only join transfer and tours/excursion.

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    Brooke

    Asked on January 6th, 2026

    Are the April 2026 tours, guaranteed departures? Are these all English speaking? What does Partially guided mean? Does airport transfer (both ways) included?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten January 2026

      Yes we guarantee departures dates with English speaking guide. Guide for airport transfers, tours in Bangkok and tour to the North may be not the same guide to take care clients. Airport transfers are included Joint transfers.

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    Marina

    Asked on December 6th, 2025

    Do we need we serve our when we visit the golden triangle?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten December 2025

      You mean that do we have English guide to take care for visit Golden Triangle? Yes, we have.

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      Marina

      TravelerWritten December 2025

      Sorry, I meant do we need a visa for Laos and Burma when we visit golden triangle?

    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten December 2025

      No need it is a day trip to visit places with tour guide.

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    Tania

    Asked on December 2nd, 2025

    Can you accommodate a 95-year-old Buddhist nun in the group that will need a wheelchair for long walks?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten December 2025

      Unfortunately, we do not provide wheelchairs, so please kindly bring your own. Please also note that the attractions in this program are best explored on foot, and some areas include staircases.

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      Tania

      TravelerWritten December 2025

      Can you book the flight Chaing Mai to Bangkok for us since it is not included. The itinerary seems to indicate the flight is in the late afternoon and into which airport does it land in Bangkok? What is your cancellation policy once we book?

    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten December 2025

      We do have a helpful place to search flight prices and book your own flights. Please note that you will be responsible for booking your own flights to meet at the starting city of your tour. This package will end of its service at Chiangmai Airport.

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      Tania

      TravelerWritten December 2025

      Are you saying booking now would be $1609.52?

    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten December 2025

      Please be informed that our local guide will escort from Bangkok until ends in Chiang Mai. There is no problem for name of person travelling. Name can change before departure.

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    Angela

    Asked on October 16th, 2025

    I am interested in this tour for January 2026. My week is flexible. Are other people booked, if so what dates? Is English the only language that will be spoken?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten October 2025

      We check with our booking's list, it shows as below which we have passenger at this moment. 09-17 January 2026, passengers booked with English language. 23-31 January 2026, passengers booked with German language.

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    Angela

    Asked on August 26th, 2025

    I am potentially interested in this tour, and am wondering about the amenities on the transportation vehicle. What kind of vehicle is used to drive us around to different sites, and will that vehicle have a bathroom on it? If not, will there be bathroom stops for longer rides (over 1-2 hours)?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten August 2025

      Our vehicle used for our is a minivan no bathroom on it. On the way if you would like to go to bathroom; please inform the tour guide then our driver will stop at the petrol station.

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    Molly

    Asked on May 1st, 2025

    Could you please let me know if that's an option to choose my own accommodation and just pay for the excursion and transportation?

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    Lucy

    Asked on March 14th, 2025

    I travel with a service animal as required to support my mobility. I want to book the tour, but want to find the answer about my service animal before committing.

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      Lucy

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Yes, I travel with a dog that helps me with mobility. Documents available for review if required.

    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten March 2025

      Let me re-check with all hotels used in our program that allow dog to stay with or not. I will get back to you after receiving all information.

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