Thailand – Honeymoon Trip 10 days

10 Days

OVERVIEW

Honeymoon is one of the most precious times for every couple and Thailand always remains the top choice among couples who are looking for a romantic getaway. And with this “Honeymoon Trip”, you and your sweetie will get all emotions from bustling & crowded experience in the big city in Bangkok to the mountainous landmarks in the north of Thailand – Chiang Mai and to some great time at the beautifull beaches in the south of Thailand – Krabi.

HIGHLIGHT
• Explore the famous local temples and historical sites in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
• Take a boat cruising on Chao Phraya River to discover Thai lifestyle, contrast between luxurious condominiums and ruined houses along both sides of the canal.
• Have an amazing experience day with the elephants: walk, feed, bath and play with them and a chance to ride on their neck.
• Join in a market tour combined with hands-on cooking class and get the interesting experience when making an umbrella at a handicraft village
• Enjoy leisure time at the beautiful beaches at Krabi.
ITINERARY IN BRIEF

Day 1: Bangkok arrival
Day 2: Bangkok full day city tour (B/L/-)
Day 3: Bangkok – Jim Thompson House – Afternoon flight to Chiang Mai (B/L/-)
Day 4: Chiang Mai – Patara Elephant Farm (B/L/-)
Day 5: Chiang Mai – Cooking Class & Borsang (B/L/-)
Day 6: Chiang Mai half day tour – Afternoon fly to Krabi (B/L/-)
Day 7: Krabi – at leisure (B/-/-)
Day 8: Krabi – at leisure (B/-/-)
Day 9: Krabi – at leisure (B/-/-)
Day 10: Krabi – Departure (B/-/-)

Included:
• Accommodation with daily breakfast in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Krabi
• Local English speaking guides
• Private transfers and transportation on tours
• All entrance fees
• Set menu meals as specified without drinks
• Bottled water & cold towels on sightseeing days
• Special visits & arrangements as indicated
• Air tickets: Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Krabi

Excluded:
• Thailand Visa
• Arrival & departure flight
• Hotel early check in /Late check out
• Overweight luggage
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Tips & gratuities
• Other services not listed in inclusive column

Day 1: Bangkok arrival

Upon arrival at the international airport in Bangkok and after clearing immigration and customs, then meet with your guide with a welcome signboard and transfer to your hotel in the downtown for check-in and relaxation. Overnight in Bangkok

Day 2: Bangkok full day city tour with Wat Phra Keo, Grand Palace and Wat Arun (B/L/-)

After breakfast, start your visit to Wat Phra Keo, the beautiful Emerald Buddha temple, the exquisite temple contains an image of Buddha carved from a single piece of jade and one of the most holy and revered of religious objects in Thailand, then head to the Grand Palace, the spectacular Royal Palace with intricate architectures, an area of 218,400 sq. meters and is surrounded by walls built in 1782. The length of the four walls is 1,900 meters. The Grand Palace is one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court with a complex of the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, and the Royal Guest House. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

This afternoon, continue to take a long-tailed boat along the Chao Phraya River to see Thai lifestyle, contrast between luxurious condominiums and ruined houses along both sides of the canal. Pass the Grand Palace and the Royal Barge Museum which houses ceremonial King’s Barges decorated with multi-color glasses, gilt and stuccos. Disembark at Wat Arun – the temple of Dawn to visit the tallest prang in Thailand. It was built in the concept of Mount Meru, the resident of God located on the center of the Universe. Overnight in Bangkok

Day 3: Bangkok – Jim Thompson House – Afternoon flight to Chiang Mai (B/L/-)

After breakfast, check out your hotel and drive to the Jim Thompson’s House, home of the legendary Jim Thompson who was responsible for the revival of the Thai silk industry after World War II. He is also the founder of the Thai Silk Company, houses an exquisite Southeast Asian Art. Here, you will have a chance to see the wide range collection of rare Asian art and antiques such as Thai paintings, blue-white Chinaware, Sawankalok Pottery, Benjarong porcelain and Khmer statues. This extensive collection is housed in six old teak houses built in 1959 in a lush garden. The fact that he disappeared without a trace in the jungles of Malaysia in 1967 adds an aura of mystery to the old compound. Lunch is at a local restaurant.

This afternoon, transfer straight to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, meet up with your guide and be driven to your hotel for check-in and overnight.

Day 4: Chiang Mai – Patara Elephant Farm (B/L/-)

After breakfast, depart to the Patara Elephant Farm & take part in tour “Elephant Owner For A Day”. On arrival, you will make registration, and then get change to our training outfit, prepare for the training.

Afterwards, you will learn how to hike, track and approach your elephant in the bush, unchain the elephant, walk, feed, bathe and brush your elephant in the river. You will be trained to ride on the elephant’s neck using many different techniques with spoken commands for the elephant. Set out on a bare-back adventure and ride to a local temple, village and waterfall. You will have an opportunity to swim with your elephant. Enjoy picnic lunch today.

Afterwards, ride the elephant back to the farm and say good bye to the mahouts and everyone. Return to your hotel for overnight.

Day 5: Chiang Mai – Cooking Class & Borsang umbrella making village (B/L/-)

After breakfast, be picked up at your hotel and go to a local market to buy fresh food for the cooking class. After the market tour, start a private cooking class with demonstration and hands-on experience at a local cooking school/restaurant. Lunch with what you have just cooked. After the cooking class, you’ll have opportunities to walk around the herb garden where you can see lots of herb trees and Thai fruits, and listen to the chef explain about the herbs growing and ingredients.

This afternoon, further visiting to Borsang, a traditional umbrella-making village is made, that you can see the local people making umbrella or paper parasols in a variety of pretty floral and animal designs. The umbrella is a personal accessory of the northern lady when she goes outdoor, the same as handbag. Made with skilful workmanship, a Chiang Mai handicraft can either serve as a valuable gift or be kept as a beautiful tangible memento of your visit. Overnight in Chiang Mai

Day 6: Chiang Mai half day tour with Doi Suthep and Phu Ping Palace – Afternoon fly to Krabi (B/L/-)

After breakfast, check out yourn hotel and drive up Doi (Mount) Suthep to visit Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep built in 1383 on Doi Suthep (3500 feet above sea – level), is the symbol of Chiangmai. It is the most sacred temple in the city and contains the holy relic of the Lord Buddha which is enshrined in the magnificent golden pagoda with a challenging flight of over 300 steps, flanked by enormous mythological Nagas. A panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside can be seen from the temple grounds. Continue to visit Phu Ping Palace, their Majesties’ Winter Palace (4000 feet above sea level), 4 km beyond Wat Phra That Doi Suthep on Doi Buak Ha. This royal winter palace was built in 1962 with the lavishly landscaped gardens and grounds. Lunch is at a local restaurant.

Return to the downtown for having lunch before transfering to the airport for your flight to Krabi. Upon arrival, be taken to the hotel for check-in and leisure time.