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The orient has always been a mysterious place which is loved by all who take the leap to visit. Asia is as diverse as you get, yet each country has a familiar feel to the next. The Thais have cornered the market with their cuisine, Vietnam has its Pagodas, Indonesia the wonderful people, Taiwan for its culture, Philippines for its white sand beaches, Malaysia for it's crazy markets, Hong Kong for its shopping. Every corner is a treat for your eyes.


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NORTHERN THAILAND

Trip code:

 in-tsn

Trip length:

 15 days

Group size:

 Maximum 12

Transportation:

 Train.

Trip Overview

River Kwai rafthouse, Chiang Mai, elephant ride, hilltribe trek, Golden Triangle. This is our most popular! There are a number of adventurous elements which form an active yet well-paced holiday. It is an excellent way to experience the best Thailand has to offer - beautiful destinations, tradition and culture, some active trekking and of course, the super-friendly Thai people. Northern Thailand has become the benchmark for all our other trips. Come with us to see why!

This trip has something for everyone - variety being the key. Variety in places visited, activities undertaken, people met and even the accommodation and transport used. Something new and different every day. Some meals and activities are included, while there is also lots of free time to explore and do your own thing.

Itinerary & Departure Dates

Day 1 & 2 - Bangkok. Between the chaotic city streets and serene canals, explore different parts of this lively capital.

Day 3 - Kanchanburi. Visit the JEATH war museum and see the Bridge over the River Kwai before heading to Erawan National Park for a swim in the seven level waterfalls.

Days 4 & 5 - Rice Barge Cruise. Laze on the deck of our award winning converted teak rice barge, pedal through the Thai countryside and enjoy the World Heritage-listed temples of Ayuthaya.

Days 6 & -7 - Chiang Mai. The temple of Doi Suthep provides an excellent view and a little exercise, while the night market is fun and a great place to get local food. Enjoy an elephant ride, take the chance to cool off in the river or indulge in a traditional Thai massage.

Day 8 - Village homestay. Staying in a local home offers the chance to experience the quiet village life for a day, living as the locals do.

Days 9 &11 - Hilltribe Trek. Trekking for three days through remote hilltribe villages, experience the diversity of ethnic minority customs and traditions.

Days 12 & 13 - Golden Triangle. Staying overnight in both Chiang Rai and the colourful border town of Mae Sai offers a great way to explore the infamous opium growing Golden Triangle. Check out the Opium Museum or experience a fastboat ride down the Mekong River.

Days 14 & 15 - Bangkok. Another full day in Bangkok completes our exciting adventure, with many places like Chatuchak market still left to explore.


See below for departure dates.

Accommodations

Guesthouses/hotels (8 nights), rafthouse (1 night), hilltribe villages/jungle camp (3 nights), sleeper trains (2 nights),
homestay (1 night).

Meals

No meals included.

Departure Dates

30 January - 13 February ----- 09 July - 23 July
05 February - 19 February ----- 10 July - 24 July
06 February - 20 February ----- 16 July - 30 July
13 February - 27 February ----- 17 July - 31 July
19 February - 05 March ----- 23 July - 06 August
20 February - 06 March ----- 24 July - 07 August
26 February - 12 March ----- 30 July - 13 August
27 February - 13 March ----- 31 July - 14 August
05 March - 19 March ----- 06 August - 20 August
06 March - 20 March ----- 07 August - 21 August
26 March - 09 April ----- 13 August - 27 August
27 March - 10 April ----- 20 August - 03 September
02 April - 16 April ----- 21 August - 04 September
03 April - 17 April ----- 27 August - 10 September
17 April - 01 May ----- 28 August - 11 September
24 APril - 08 May ----- 03 September - 17 September
01 May - 15 May ----- 04 September - 18 September
22 May - 05 June ----- 10 September - 24 September
29 may - 12 June ----- 11 September - 25 September
05 June - 19 June ----- 17 September - 01 October
12 June - 26 June ----- 18 September - 02 October
19 June - 03 July ----- 24 September - 08 October
25 June - 09 July ----- 25 September - 09 October
02 July - 16 July ----- 01 October - 15 October
03 July - 17 July ----- 08 October - 22 October

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