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

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 8
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bangkok

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

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bangkok at leisure
    • Visit cultural attractions
    • Browse food stalls and shopping areas
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  2. Day 2

    Bangkok

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Century Park hotel)

    Included Activities

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

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Thai Massage
    • Dining at local restaurants
    • Sunset drinks at rooftop bars
    Landmarks
    Royal Grand Palace
    Wat Po
    Wat Trimit
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  3. Day 3

    Bangkok

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Century Park hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Maeklong Railway Market
    • Watch train pass through market
    • Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
    • Shopping and browsing at floating market
    Landmarks
    Maeklong Railway Market
    Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
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  4. Day 4

    Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Phitsanulok

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant in Chai Nat)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Imperial Phitsanulok)

    Included Activities

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

    Phitsanulok - Sukhothai - Lampang

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
    • Join morning prayers and offerings
    • Explore Sukhothai Historical Park
    • Visit Si Satchanalai temples
    • Walk across wooden suspension bridge to Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
    Landmarks
    Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
    Sukhothai Historical Park
    Si Satchanalai
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  6. Day 6

    Lampang - Phayao - Golden Triangle - Chiang Rai

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Chiang Rai)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Laluna), Hotel (Imperial River House Chiang Rai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
    • Boat trip around Golden Triangle area
    • Stop at Don Sao Island (Laos)
    • Visit House of Opium (212 House of Opium)
    • Visit Wat Rong Khun temple

    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 - Chiang Mai

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Tasty lunch in Tha Ton)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Empress Chiang Mai)

    Included Activities

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

    Optional Activities

    • Climb 309-step naga staircase 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

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary (Grand Canyon)
    • Elephant care and observation experience
    • Visit Royal Park Rajapruek botanical garden
    • Visit Baan Tipmanee traditional woodworking shop
    • Learn about hand-carved wooden product techniques
    Landmarks
    Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
    Royal Park Rajapruek
    Baan Tipmanee
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  9. Day 9

    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 city at own pace
    • Visit green spaces and attractions
    • Discover 'Rose of the North' sights
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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 1
    October 9th, 2025
    5.0
    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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    March 22nd, 2025
    5.0
    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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    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
    March 12th, 2025
    5.0
    The tour was really good and well organised and the tour guide was really knowledgeable and fun with it.
    Traveled in March 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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    January 17th, 2025
    5.0
    I submitted my review about this tour yesterday . It is a very positive review. Please confirm that my review was...
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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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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 5
    January 16th, 2025
    5.0
    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
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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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    December 28th, 2024
    5.0
    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 7
    August 12th, 2024
    5.0
    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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    May 30th, 2024
    3.0
    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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  • Experience Thailand 9 Days - Bangkok to the North, Small Group Tour (English Only) reviewer 9
    April 25th, 2024
    5.0
    Great experience, great guide
    Traveled in February 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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    April 25th, 2024
    4.0
    there was some confusion about some of the services offered on the tour. I booked the dinner package. I would not...
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    Traveled in April 2024
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    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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    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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    Nick

    Asked on February 25th, 2025

    Is a visa required for traveling to Laos during the tour?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, a visa is typically required for travel to Laos. We recommend checking the latest visa requirements from your local consulate.

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    Anton

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    What travel insurance do you recommend?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten January 2025

      We recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and luggage loss.

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    Line

    Asked on January 7th, 2025

    How do I secure my booking?

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    • Destination Services ThailandOperatorWritten January 2025

      Bookings can be secured through an upfront payment, with full payment required by a specified date prior to the start of the tour.

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