CLASSIC THAILAND

17 days from GBP1,140 to GBP1,280 land only

Tripcode: AOE

Itinerary

Day 1: Start Bangkok.
Day 2: Sightseeing including the Grand Palace and the incredible Reclining Buddha.
Day 3: Drive to Kanchanaburi. Visit the War Museum, cemetery and the famous 'Bridge on the River Kwai'.
Day 4: Ride on the Death Railway; visit Hellfire Pass and Erawan N.P., famous for its beautiful waterfalls.
Day 5: Visit Ayuthaya's ancient temple site and take a rice barge cruise along the river; overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai.
Day 6: Morning at leisure; afternoon tour to Doi Suthep Temple and the Hilltribe Museum.
Day 7: Full day cookery course, learning the secrets of Thai cuisine. Later we sample our creations!
Day 8: Visit Lampang Elephant Centre and take a ride before transferring to our rustic lodge in the jungle.
Day 9: Gentle trek to visit a local hilltribe village amongst beautiful rainforest scenery.
Day 10: Return to Chiang Mai and afternoon at leisure.
Day 11: Fly to Krabi (or to Koh Samui).
Day 12 - 14: Relax on the tropical beaches; optional activities include boat rides, snorkelling and sea kayaking.
Day 15: Morning at leisure; afternoon flight to Bangkok.
Day 16: Morning at leisure; afternoon flight to Bangkok.
Day 17: End Bangkok.