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Capitals of Siam
9 days / 8 nights
Itineraries
Day 1
Bangkok
Arrival at Bangkok airport and transfer to the hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.
Day 2
Bangkok
Breakfast and overnight stay. Free day in the city. At your destination, you will be informed of the exact day of your "City and Temple Tour with Grand Palace." After breakfast, you will depart by bus from your hotel for a tour of Bangkok's main avenues to the bustling Chinatown neighborhood. Our first stop will be Wat Traimit, better known as the Temple of the Golden Buddha, which houses a 5-ton solid gold Buddha image steeped in history. The next stop will be Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, one of the largest in the world at 46 meters long. Next, you will visit the impressive Grand Palace complex, one of the most beautiful in the world for its exquisite decoration blending traditional Thai style with Renaissance influences. The visit to the Grand Palace includes a visit to Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the most important in all of Thailand. On your return to the hotel, you will visit the state-owned gemstone factory. NOTE: For the visit to the Grand Palace, you must wear ankle-length trousers and a long-sleeved shirt/t-shirt or elbow-length shirt.
Day 3
Bangkok
Breakfast and overnight stay. Free day (or city tour if not scheduled the day before).
Day 4
Bangkok – Ayutthaya – Ang Thong – Phitsanulok
Breakfast. Departure north and stop in the city of Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Siam and the country's preeminent archaeological center, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will visit its most representative temples and remains of ancient fortifications. We will continue to the city of Ang Thong, where we will visit Wat Muang, famous for housing the largest seated Buddha statue in Thailand and the ninth largest in the world, almost 100 meters tall. Lunch will follow, followed by the city of Phitsanulok, located in the heart of Thailand and considered one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage centers in the country. During the journey, we will witness the changing landscape, becoming increasingly lush and green, as we approach the jungle landscapes of the north of the country. Arrival at the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 5
Phitsanulok – Sukhothai – Chiang Rai
Early in the morning, for those who wish, we will head to the vicinity of the hotel to make an offering to the monks and experience firsthand one of the most emblematic aspects of Thai culture. After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Sukhotai. The highlight of the day is its spectacular Archaeological Park, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its incredible beauty and a testament to the centuries of prosperity of Thai civilization. We will then depart for Chiang Rai, entering the evocative northern landscape of Lampang Province. Lunch en route and a rest stop on the shores of the spectacular Phayao Lake. Arrival in Chiang Rai in the afternoon, with free time to relax, enjoy a swim in the hotel pool, or visit the city's night market. Overnight stay.
Day 6
Chiang Rai
Breakfast. In the morning, we will visit the innovative and striking Wat Rong Suea Ten, or Blue Temple. Here you can find paintings in a style similar to that of the famous White Temple, as it was there that its architect trained for years. We will then go to the Akha village, an ethnic group known for their colorful clothing and the picturesque surrounding tea plantations. We will continue to Chiang Saen, home to the famous "Golden Triangle" of the Mekong River, which encompasses areas of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar formerly dedicated to the opium trade. We will make a stop at the "Opium Museum." From there, we will continue to Mae Sai, a town on the border with Myanmar (formerly Burma), where we will find a peculiar market selling Burmese products and witness the constant bustle of goods and people. We will have lunch en route and return to Chiang Rai. Overnight stay. OPTIONAL: Entrance to Burma to visit some of its temples and discover a small part of its unique culture.
Day 7
Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai
Breakfast. We will depart in the morning and stop at the spectacular and contemporary White Temple (Wat Rong Kun in Thai) on the outskirts of Chiang Rai. In local culture, white represents purity and Buddhist wisdom. We will then tour the famous landscapes that separate these two northern cities: Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. The tour lasts approximately three hours and takes in unforgettable scenery. Near Chiang Mai, we will visit the popular handicraft street, where most of the traditional northern decorative objects are made, such as hand-painted umbrellas, jewelry, and precious stones. Lunch. We will continue to Chiang Mai, where we will climb the famous mountain temple (Wat Doi Suthep in Thai), from where we will appreciate the city of Chiang Mai in all its splendor. In the evening, we will stroll through the famous night market. Overnight stay.
Day 8
Chiang Mai
Breakfast and transfer to the elephant camp, where we will witness a demonstration of the strength and skill of these great creatures. Then, our safari begins on elephant back, following the riverbed and crossing the dense jungle vegetation. After the safari, we will descend the river on bamboo rafts. Lunch will follow, followed by a visit to an orchid plantation where we can witness the unparalleled beauty of this beautiful flower species. Transfer to the hotel and free time. Overnight stay.
**INFORMATION NOTE: For anyone who does not wish to visit the traditional elephant camp, you can choose one of the two options we offer. Camp selection must be made when booking your program:
- ECO VALLEY AND GIRAFFE WOMEN (half-day tour, English-speaking guide): Supplement: USD 80 per person. Guests rejoin the group for lunch.
- KANTA ELEPHANT SANCTUARY or similar (1-day tour with English-speaking guide): Supplement USD 155 per person. Guests spend the day at the conservation center and do not participate in any of the original program activities.
Day 9
Chiang Mai – Hometown
Breakfast. Airport transfer. End of our services.
Bangkok
Holiday Inn Silom 4*
Phitsanulok
Topland 4* (Superior Room)
Chiang Rai
Wiang Inn 3*sup
Chiang Mai
The Empress 4*
- Arrival and departure transfers.
- Transportation according to the program.
- Spanish speaking guide.
- Bed and breakfast in Bangkok, half-board for the remainder of the program.
- Visits and entrance fees indicated in the itinerary with a Spanish-speaking guide.
- Travel insurance.
- Visas
- Personal expenses.
- Drinks in hotels and restaurants, including included meals.
- Tips for drivers and guides.
- Porters.
- Camera/video tickets at monuments.
- Any service not specified in "Price includes".
- Mandatory gala dinner supplement on December 24 and 31. Please inquire.
- Supplement during holiday periods.
- Upon arrival in Bangkok, you will be informed of the day of your city tour, including the Grand Palace and its temples.
- The itinerary may be subject to changes without altering the included services.
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