Follow that path that takes you away from the cityscape and along the cultural villages on this custom tailored tour through the diverse world of Thailand. Make your way from the opulent architecture and history of Bangkok to the celebrated but hidden tribes in the northern jungle. Traverse the tremendous landscape that stretches over mountains and tumbles down waterfalls. From contemporary war museums to tea plantations, an emerald Buddha relic to Long Neck hill tribes, you will take the jungle...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Bangkok - Finding the Path
The streets of Bangkok are paved with culture and modernity, running the depths of bustling to peaceful, towering skyscrapers to trickling waters. Arrive at the airport and be taken to your accommodation within the heart of the city by a private transfer. The city’s vibrancy is immediate, all encompassed within the stunning shapes of the sky and the rich scents that emanate along the walkways. Coconut oil sizzles and drifts along the wide paths. You can see the gentle rush of the Chao Phraya River beside the rising luxuries of your hotel. Settle into the city with a taste of Thailand while the remarkable reaches of Bangkok calm around you. Have a seat at the Arun Residence giving you a glowing view of the Temple of Dawn across the water, and highlighting the historic river highway draped in the aroma of fresh spice and herbs simmering in the evening light.
What's Included:
Day 2
Bangkok - The Road To Royals
Day 3
Bangkok - The Deep Roads of Thailand
Day 4
Chiang Mai - Within the Jungle’s Trail
Day 5
Chiang Mai - The Northern Route
Day 6
Mae Hong Son - The Pathway to the Countryside
Day 7
Mae Aw - Borders and Peoples
Day 8
Mae Sariang - The Pathway to the Hillside
Day 9
Chiang Mai - Turning Around the Path
Day 10
Chiang Mai - Along Diverse Paths
Trip Highlights
- Experience the splendor of the Grand Palace with its opulent architecture and beautiful temples filled with lavish Buddha relics
- Traverse the Floating Markets outside of Bangkok for a sample of the local food and effervescent culture
- Visit the JEATH War Museum in Kanchanaburi, home to the Bridge Over River Kwai
- Enjoy a relaxing day within the cosmopolitan town of Pai, hidden within the northern mountains outside of Chiang Mai
- See the diverse cultures within the northern mountains, from Kayan villages to San farming communities
- Explore the natural majesty of Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand’s highest peak
Detailed Description
There is diversity to be found and majesty to experience on this 10-day tour through the grand cities and jungle villages of Thailand. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai, national parks to a single looping route, you will find the lavish landscape of seemingly endless mountains while the culture of secluded tribes among the hilltops persists. Witness the luxuries of royalty and the extravagance of the countryside. Once you step along the open pathway of Thailand’s diverse surroundings you may never want to turn back.
Your path begins in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. The continuous buzz of the city is filled with restful pockets beside the river and among the tree-lined neighborhoods. Once along a tour of the Grand Palace you will boat along the Chao Phraya River and come to the sensational royal grounds. Situated amongst manicured gardens and gorgeous architecture is not just the palace but stunning temples that rise and fall with thin chedis and towers. The following morning you will come to the celebrated floating markets outside of Bangkok to experience the marvelous merchants that drift through the river touting their luscious produce and goods. In the afternoon you will be guided through the World War II history of Kanchanaburi, where museums help commemorate the city and those that were affected by its Japanese occupation. The following day you will arrive in the largest city of the north, Chiang Mai.
The city of Chiang Mai is filled with beauty, from the colonial fortress to the towering summit of Doi Suthep. Surrounded by jungle and filled with the ever-present scent of fresh food and cultural history, the city itself is a great place to begin your northern exploration. In the coming days you will journey along the famous Mae Hong Son Loop that winds its way through the mountains, taking you through the cosmopolitan town of Pai, and along the historic border of Myanmar. Villages come to life as you find the Shan people and the Kayan people situated in the rolling mountains. Journey into the largest cave system in Thailand on flat bottom boats, and step onto a platform held on the highest peak in the country overlooking a cloud forest. Your final day along the road will bring you back to the cityscape of Chiang Mai before you eventually depart for home.
Starting Price
$3,600 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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