Enchanting Thailand with Phuket

16 days from Bangkok to Phuket
Discover a rich history, fascinating cultures, religious monuments, and much more on this fantastic tour of Thailand. In Bangkok—Thailand’s current capital—visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha; the Temple of the Reclining Buddha built in 1832; and the Grand Palace, the royal residence established in 1782 where you’ll see the Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most sacred Buddhist sculpture. You’ll also cruise the city’s canals (klongs) by long tail boat.

Travel to one of Thailand’s most beautiful provinces – Kanchanaburi. Take a long tail boat ride through vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating market. Ride a train over the famous River Kwai Bridge, part of the infamous Death Railway built by prisoners during World War II. Visit Hellfire Pass Memorial, a walking trail and interpretive center detailing the life of the Allied prisoners and Asian workers who helped build the railway. In Sukhothai, Thailand’s 13th-century capital, visit Sukhothai Historic Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ruins of palaces, temples, and homes. But that’s not all…in Chiang Mai explore a night market by tuk-tuk and visit an amazing elephant sanctuary to learn about the conservation efforts of orphaned and rescued elephants. Travel to the “Golden Triangle,” where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet, and visit a local tea plantation.

The perfect conclusion to your Thailand experience is the paradise of Phuket. Relax with 3 days of aquamarine water, pristine beaches, and pampering services available if you choose. Your vacation in Thailand is rich in experiences, sights, and welcoming people you’ll long remember!
All This. Included
Special features included in this tour:

• Guided city sightseeing in Bangkok with visits to the Grand Palace, Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and Temple of the Golden Buddha
• Cruise by long-tail boat on the klongs (canals)
• Visit the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
• Guided city sightseeing in Kanchanaburi including entrances to the Allied Forces Cemetery, Thailand-Burma Railway Center, and Hellfire Pass Memorial
• Train journey over the River Kwai
• Visit the cliff-carved Bhunyakiri Sri Suvarnabhumi
• Immersive rice harvesting tour and demonstration with lunch at a local sustainable farm
• Guided tour of Sukhothai Historic Park with time to explore on your own
• Ceramic mug workshop at the Dhanabadee Museum
• Orientation tour by tuk tuk of Chiang Mai’s bustling night markets
• Visit the Elephant Nature Park, a conservation and rescue center for Asian elephants
• Guided visits of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Doi Suthep
• Two full days at leisure to relax and enjoy the white sands and turquoise waters of Phuket
• All intra-vacations flights as noted in the itinerary