Amazing Thailand In 9 Days

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Bangkok. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Have breakfast at the hotel and head to Ratchaburi province for Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

Upon arrival at a jetty pier, board a long-tailed boat ride for about 30 minutes, passing through remote plantations and Thai villages along the river and winding canal. At the floating market of Damnoen Saduak, it is amazing to see a lively market scene of local vendors selling local foods, tropical fruits, and numerous handicraft products on their boats. You can experience yourself in one of these paddling boats and touch the real atmosphere in the realm of this legendary market.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Today you will ride through the interesting parts of Bangkok with stops to see the Golden Buddha, Reclining Buddha, and Marble Temple. This tour takes you through the hustle and bustle of Bangkok to visit two of the capital’s most significant and visually stunning temples. Wat Traimit, which houses the world’s largest solid gold Buddha (5.5 tons of precious metal) and Wat Pho, which is the oldest temple in Bangkok and houses the Reclining Buddha, a 45-meter-long statue that depicts Buddha entering Nirvana. Wat Pho is also Thailand s first university and houses a wealth of art. It is still an important center for traditional medicine and massage. Continue to Wat Benjamabophit, also known as the marble temple featuring a fusing of Thai and European styles and an ubosot covered by Italian marble.

In the afternoon you will take a flight to Chiang Mai.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Get up early in the morning and leave the hotel around 6:30-7:00 am. Take a drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas. Upon arrival at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, you will change into Karen traditional clothing and learn about the elephants and how to make medicine for them. Then you will meet the elephants and have the opportunity to feed them and interact with them. Don't forget to take amazing pictures! You will also learn about elephants' behaviour and history. Later change into your swimming clothes and walk down to the river to join the mud spa with elephants. Wrap up your day with a traditional Thai lunch before saying goodbye to elephants and heading back to your hotel.

Have a free day to explore Chiang Mai at your own pace. You will be amazed by the natural beauty of this lovely city! You can visit the colourful temples, located in scenic areas. Take the monk path through the jungles and hills to visit the hidden temples. Spend a relaxing day swimming in the waterfalls or climb up the "sticky waterfalls", the limestone texture will allow you easily walk up and down the waterfall without slipping. In the evening visit the colourful markets for shopping local crafts or eating the delicious street food.

Relish the remaining moment in Chiang Mai before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Phuket. When you arrive in Phuket, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation nearby the beautiful beach. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Phuket is known for its outstanding beaches with a wide variety of scenery, atmospheres, facilities, and even textures of sand. Spend your day relaxing at one of the island's beaches. Here are some recommendations: 

Kata Beach is always a reliable option with soft white sand, shady palm trees, water sports, and a laid-back atmosphere. You can easily spend the entire day here with a handful of food and drink vendors.

Another idea is Nai Harn Beach, which has grown in popularity over the years. However, thanks to the relatively small size of the bay and its large lake on the other side, the beach hasn’t been developed like others nearby. You can enjoy a more peaceful atmosphere here. 

If you are seeking a more isolated place, head to Freedom Beach with possibly the best white sand in Phuket. Though it's more challenging to get to (you can either hike a steep path or take a longtail boat to arrive), you'll escape the motorized water sports and beach vendors for truly peaceful environs.

Enjoy one more day relaxing and swimming at Phuket beaches.

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home.

Trip Ends.