Thailand’s Heritage, Nature & Flavors
7 Days / 6 Nights – Kanchana Buri / Ayutthaya / Sukhothai / Chiangmai / Chiangrai
Travel from Bangkok through Thailand’s rich cultural heartland to Chiang Mai. Discover historic sites, ancient capitals, traditional temples and beautiful northern landscapes, while experiencing local communities and the flavors of authentic Thai cuisine along the way. From the River Kwai and Ayutthaya to Sukhothai, Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, this journey offers a deeper look at Thailand beyond the beaches.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Bangkok / Train Market / Damnoen-Saduak / River Kwai Bridge / Death Railway / Kanchanaburi
You will be picked-up from your hotel and drive to “Samut-songkhram” . The first stop is our new highlight which local people called “Train Market” . This market is set on the railroad of “Maeklong Train Station” for the whole daytime. The interest of tourists for this visit will be taken once the train comes to a standstill at station either once the train will depart from station, all merchants will immediately move their goods from the railway road area and back again later. Then drive to a local sugar factory. There you’ll take a tour of the local factory where you’ll see sugar being made from coconut trees. Next you’ll go on a long tail Boat ride to the most Fascinating colorful floating market to “Damnoen-Saduak”. You’ll see the local people and have a chance to tour and test for the Season fruit, Thai dessert as Thai Crispy Pancake (Kanom Buang), Coconut Pan Cake(Kanom Babin), Thai Local Coffee (Kaffe Boran).
After that you’ll take a bus to Kanchanaburi Province you’ll see and some leisure walks at the famous “Bridge over the River Kwai” which was built by prisoners during the 2nd World War. Then drive to visit the small cave located next to “Tham Krasae Train Station”. The Death Railway is passing this cave and one of the most beautiful parts of the section in between mountain and river. Inside is an image of Lord Buddha. Then you'll take a ride with the train over the infamous “Death Railway” which passes over the River Kwai and travels along the beautiful but dangerous wooden viaducts. The train will arrive at “Tha Kilen Station” connected by the van for further to check-in and have dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Hintok River Camp (Deluxe Room) or similar class
Hintok River Camp, 109 Moo 9 Ban Wang Khamen, Tambon Thasao, Saiyok, Kanchanaburi 70150, Thailand
Meal (1): Dinner
Day 2: Kanchanaburi / Elephant Camp / Erawan Waterfall / Suphanburi / Ayutthaya
After breakfast, start trips today with Visit "SEASON FRUITS PLANTATION AT THE RIVER KWAI" Mr.Somchai starts his plantation under the Royal Project, more than 40 kinds of fruits and herbs you can see and some can test.
Next to “Elephant Camp” you will get Elephant Experience in the beautiful nature area our guide will offer you to get to feed, wash and interact with Asia’s largest animal ( wash will offer as optional tour).
After continuing by trekking at “Erawan Waterfall”. The Erawan Waterfall was really an impressive series of seven waterfalls each with a shape and character all its own. All the waterfalls typically fell over limestone cliffs resulting in colorful plunge pools as well as interesting rounded formations reminiscent of something that appeared to belong in a cave. Thereafter drive to Suphanburi Province where you will take a visit "WAT PA LELAI" This ancient royal temple, believed to have been built some 800 years ago when Suphan Buri was a prosperous community, visit A huge seated Buddha image named “Luang Pho To", 23 meters in height, is enshrined in the main chapel. At this temple our guide will show you “How to Make a Buddhist Offering”, this act is known as "Wai Phra" with the usual offering made consists of a candle, some flowers (often a lotus), a small square of gold leaf and three incense sticks. You don’t have to be Buddhist to make a wai phra offering and other Buddhists at the wat will be quite happy to see you wai phra so long as it is done respectfully. Then proceed to Ayutthaya overnight.
Overnight: Krungsri River Ayutthaya (Deluxe Room) or similar class
Location: 27/2 Moo 11 Rojchana Rd, Kamang Ayutthaya
Meals (2): Breakfast / Dinner
Day 3:Ayutthaya Ancient City / Sukhothai Historical Park
Breakfast at the hotel, then check out and continue to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Thailand. You will visit the ruins of Viharn Mongkol Bophit and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, the first temple built in Ayutthaya more than 600 years ago.
After visiting the temples, continue to a local market in Ayutthaya, where you will see many kinds of traditional Ayutthaya-style desserts, especially Roti Saimai (Thai cotton candy). This famous local dessert can be seen being made fresh, and you will have the chance to taste it.
Then continue to Wat Mahathat, one of the most famous temples in Ayutthaya. The site features large ancient stupas surrounded by laterite walls and rows of headless Buddha statues. One of the most remarkable sights is a Buddha head entwined in the roots of a tree.
Afterwards, continue to Sukhothai Province, which was the first capital of Thailand from 1238 to 1365 A.D. Visit the Sukhothai Historical Park, including Wat Mahathat, Wat Sra Sri, and Wat Sri Sawai, which are part of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
After the visit, check in at the hotel and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Legendha Sukhothai Resort, Superior Room, 214 Moo 3, T. Muangkao, Amphoe Muang, 64210 Sukhothai, Thailand
Meals (2): Breakfast / Dinner at Local Restaurant
Day 4: Sukhothai / Lampang / Chiang Rai
After breakfast, visit Lampang Province to see Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, a paradigm of Lanna temple architecture. The temple is prominently situated on a small hill and surrounded by a wall. The entrance arches, called Pratu Khong, are decorated with beautiful plaster designs. The wall-less main Viharn houses a bronze Buddha statue known as Phra Chao Lan Thong. Behind the viharn stands a golden chedi in Lanna architectural style containing a sacred relic.
Next, drive to Chiang Rai to visit Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. The temple was built by Mr. Chalermchai Kositpipat, one of Thailand’s most famous artists. This modern temple is famous for its brilliant white color and the use of small pieces of glass embedded in the structure.
Then continue to Wat Rong Suea Ten, better known as the Blue Temple, a Buddhist temple that stands out because of its striking sapphire-blue color.
After the visit, drive to the hotel.
Overnight: Laluna Hotel & Resort, Garden Bungalow, 160 Moo 14 Sanambin Rd., Robwiang Sub-District, Muang District, Chiang Rai 57000
Meals (2) : Breakfast / Dinner at local restaurant
Day 5: Chiang Rai / Golden Triangle / Chiang Mai
After breakfast, drive to Chiang Rai, then continue to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet.
Later, take a short walk up to Phra That Phu Khao Temple, which offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Golden Triangle.
After visiting the temple, continue to the Opium House Museum, where you will learn about the history of opium and why it was once considered as valuable as gold.
Then take a long-tail boat ride on the Mekong River, crossing briefly into Laos to visit the local market on Don Sao Island.
Next, drive to the famous Choui Fong Tea Plantation, which has been producing tea for more than 40 years. Choui Fong is the largest and one of the most beautiful tea plantations in Chiang Rai.
After the sightseeing, drive to Chiang Mai for overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight: De Lanna Hotel Chiang Mai, Superior Room, 44 Intrawarorot Rd, Sri Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200
Meals (2): Breakfast / Dinner at Local Restaurant
Day 6 : Chiang Mai / Orchid Farm / Hill Tribe Village / San Kamphaeng Village
After breakfast, visit an Orchid Farm, where you will see many different kinds of orchids.
Then continue to a Hill Tribe Village. The main highlight of this visit is meeting several hill tribe communities, including the Akha, Palong, Karen, Lahu, Lisu, and Long Neck Karen. Each tribe has its own culture, distinctive colorful dress, and language, most of which exist only in spoken form.
Afterwards, drive to San Kamphaeng Village, well known for its traditional handicrafts. Here you will see local artisans producing handmade products such as silk, silverware, and lacquerware.
After the visits, enjoy a special culinary experience to deepen your appreciation of Thailand’s world-famous cuisine. Discover why Thai food plays such an important role in Thai culture with a Chiang Mai Street Food experience before checking in at the hotel in Chiang Mai.
Overnight: De Lanna Hotel Chiang Mai, Superior Room, 44 Intrawarorot Rd, Sri Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200
Meals (2): Breakfast / Dinner at Local Restaurant
Day 7: Chiang Mai / Doi Suthep / Wat Si Suphan / Chiang Mai Airport
After breakfast, drive to Chiang Mai. First visit the Golden Temple, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, which offers a magnificent view over Chiang Mai Province.
Afterwards, continue to Wat Si Suphan (Wat Ngern). The temple is built in traditional Lanna architectural style, decorated with aluminium and silver over delicate carvings. The three-dimensional artwork portrays stories of Buddhism, dharma teachings, and the history of the temple, with the purpose of preserving religion as well as the local wisdom of silver craftsmanship.
In the afternoon, proceed to Chiang Mai Airport.
Meals (1) Breakfast
CHILD POLICY :
- For children under 4 years and height below 110 cm, charge 50% of the adult price.
- For children 4-10 years old charge 75% of the adult price.
- For children over 10 years old charge 100% for normal price.
Tour Included :
- Room accommodation with daily breakfast
- Meals as indicated in the program
- Transportation with air conditioned vehicles
- German speaking guide
- Admission fee as mentioned
- Travel insurance
Tour excluded:
- All personal expenses
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Admission fee not mentioned
- All additional cost of “Compulsory” Dinner either Gala Dinner to be separately charged per person as per below date and subject to change depends on the policy of hotels that concern.









