Day 1: Nairobi-Bangkok.
Arrival in Bangkok and transfer to your hotel. Your afternoon will join with the boat trip at Thonburi Klong; Thonburi is the western part of Bangkok, situated on the right side of the Chao Phya River. Its many canals had originally given Bangkok the name “Venice of the East.” Passing by boat along the canals gives you a firsthand impression of the scenic life along Bangkok’s waterways. Also visit the Royal Barges and the Temple of Dawn. Then transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation: HOTEL MUSE BANGKOK LANGSUAN – 5 STAR $134.
Meal plan: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Bangkok-Thailand.
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. We will start the day with a morning tour to Grand Palace; The Grand Palace is one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court. It used to be the residence of the Kings of Thailand. Here you will see palaces which were used for different occasions: the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple. After that visit at Wat Po, the most extensive temple in Bangkok, with its colossal Reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings. Afternoon, visit Wat Trimit with its invaluable Golden Buddha. Then Visit Jim Thompson’s house the remarkable Thai-style house, was the work of Mr. Jim Thompson, an American who came to Thailand at the end of the Second War and revived the Thai Silk industry. On permanent displays are Mr. Thompson’s collection of Asian artifacts, such as blue-white China ware, Cambodian stone figures, benjarong (multi-colored porcelain), wooden Burmese statues and many other fabulous antiques. Transfer to hotel and accommodation.
Accommodation: HOTEL MUSE BANGKOK LANGSUAN – 5 STAR $134.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3: Kanchanaburi Tour
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will depart to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok and takes you to the rural floating market of Damnoen Saduak situated 110 kms west of Bangkok. By long tail boat we then continue along greenery canals, where you visit the colorful Floating Market with women vendors, who still can be seen paddling their boats, loaded with all kind of fruit and vegetables. Then continue to Kanchanaburi, visit War Cemetery of the allied prisoners of World War II, Thailand – Burma Railway Centre, The Thailand-Burma Railway Centre is an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated to presenting the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway. This ran 415 km from Ban Pong in Thailand to Thanbuyuzayat in Burma, and was built by the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second World War using Allied prisoners of war and impressed Asian laborers and visits the world famous bridge on the River Kwai. Transfer to hotel, check in and free at leisure.
Accommodation: AWAY KANCHANABURI DHEVA MANTRA RESORT – 5-STAR $83.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4: Erawan Park And Ayutthaya
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. This early morning we will continue to Erawan Park which is surrounded by stunning scenery and houses the famous Erawan Waterfall. Erawan Falls has seven levels dropping down over 1500m and is regarded as one of the more beautiful in Thailand. First level it’s about 1 km walking from the entrance of the park. You can swim in some of the pools created by the falls. After that transfer to Tham Krasea for lunch and quick shopping local souvenir. Then we will take the famous train of Death to Namtok station, during the railway route we will cross beautiful landscapes witnesses of an important part of history. After that continue journey to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Thailand.
Accommodation: KANTARY HOTEL AYUTTHAYA-4-STAR $90.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5: Full Day Ayutthaya Tour
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. Today we will have full day Ayutthaya tour, Ayutthaya is the ancient capital of Siam, where you will find the ruined temples of Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Phra Mahathat and Wat Phanang Choeng. The set sail along on a local public boat before visiting three temples, only accessible from the river. After visit transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation: KANTARY HOTEL AYUTTHAYA-4-STAR $90.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6: Ayutthaya-Sukhothai
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will depart to Sukhothai, during on the way we will visit Wat Chantharam (Wat Tha Sung) the crystal temple which is completely covered in mirrors which is alongside the Sakaekrang River in Uthaithani, a small lesser known provincial town in the center of Thailand. Then you will have a chance to take a boat lunch along Sakaekrang River, between lunches you will get a great opportunity to watch the peaceful town whilst enjoying the beautiful temples on the banks of the river. After lunch, head to Kamphaeng Phet, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Town. Explore Wat Phra Keo. Then continue to Sukhothai. Arrival, check-in and free at leisure.
Accommodation: SUKHOTHAI HERITAGE RESORT – 5-STAR $67.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7: Unesco World Heritage Historical Park-Chiang Mai
Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. We will start the day with a morning tour to the ancient city and historical landmark of Sukhothai, which ruins has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage historical park along with Si Satchanalai. A stop will be made to visit the sacred temple of Wat Phra That Lampang Luang before continuing our way to Chiang Mai for accommodation.
Accommodation: ANANTARA CHIANGMAI RESORT – 5-STAR $198.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8: City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. This tour takes you on an unforgettable drive through many different parts of the city, passing markets, residential areas, foreign consulates and establishments, government buildings and Ta-Pae, Chiang Mai’s main street. Visit four of the most important temples: Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple within the city walls; Wat Chedi Luang where the Emerald Buddha was once enshrined; Wat Pra Singh, housing a very sacred 1,500 year old Buddha image; and Wat Suan Dok, where the ashes of Chiang Mai’s Royal Family are interred. Afternoon, Doi Suthep reached by a Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase of 306 steps. The less energetic will be pleased to know that there is a cable car up the hill on a clear day the panoramic views of the city from the temple grounds are truly spectacular. Transfer to hotel & free time at leisure. At 19:00, Khantoke dinner with traditional dance Show.
Accommodation: ANANTARA CHIANGMAI RESORT – 5-STAR $198.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9:
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, check out and depart for North of city with a stop at Orchid Farm before visiting at an Elephant Camp for to see show. (Optional: Elephant Ride and Bamboo Rafting). Continue to Tha Ton. Short Trip on the Mae Kok River with a simple long-tailed motor boat from Baan That Ton to Baan Pa Tai. Continue the trip by overland to check in at hotel, on route stops to visit some hill tribe villages. Continue to Chaing Rai. Arrival and check in. Optional Tour (Join Basis): Elephant ride and bamboo rafting – USD 49 per person.
Accommodation: DUSIT ISLAND RESORT CHIANG RAI – 5-STAR $192.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 10:
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to airport and flight to Bangkok to connect with the international flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival you will be dropped at the hotel or at the place of your choice.
Accommodation: N/A.
Meal plan: Breakfast.
