Bangkok, Klong Tour, Wat Po, Sukhothai Historical Park, Lampang Elephant Conservation Centre, Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle, Ethnic Hilltribes, Mae Sai, Chiang Mai, Six days sailing through the South Thailand islands, Phuket, Koh Naka Yai, Koh Ping Kan, Au Muang Bay, Phi Phi Islands, Bay Nai Harn, Koh Yao Yai.
Description
Experience thirteenth century temples and pagodas, elephant rides through tropical climes, historical tours of the Golden Triangle, local handicrafts of hill tribe markets and extraordinarily tasty Thai foods. Cap it off with 6 days sailing through the marine paradise of the Southern Thailand Islands, feasting on amazing Thai cuisine, to make an absolutely perfect two week tour through Thailand.
Day 1 Arrive Bangkok
Days 2-3 Sukhothai (2B)
Spend your time cycling through the 13th century pagodas of Sukhothai Historical Park. Enjoy the serenity of the peaceful ponds and statues spread throughout the tree-lined park.
Day 4 Lampang
Stroll through this old-style Thai town which has retained much of its original style and charm and visit any of the lovely temples or pagodas in the area. Visit the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre and see these gentle creatures taking a morning bath.
Day 5- 6 Chiang Rai and Golden Traingle (2B)
With days of the opium trade well in the past, the Golden Triangle is now a peaceful area where Laos, Thailand and Burma meet.
Day 7-8 Chiang Mai (2B)
This northern city has long been a travellers’ favorite - try the fantastic street food, shop at the night bazaar or visit the hundreds of temples and beautiful surrounding countryside.
Day 9 Phuket (D)
Fly to Thailand's southern islands to start your sailing adventure.
Day 10 Koh Ping Kan (B,L)
We leave Naka Yai in the morning, and sail on to Koh Pan Yi, visiting one of the last 'Sea Gipsy Villages', spending the early afternoon ashore exploring the village. In the afternoon we depart towards Koh Ping Kan, where we spend the night.
Day 11 Koh Yao Noi Island/Ao Muang Bay (B,L,D)
We raise anchor in the morning, and sail towards Chong Koh Yao, the passage between the Yao islands, arriving to the tiny Koh Nok island. Here we find a stunning beach with crystal clear water for a swim and lunch break. A short afternoon sail will then bring us to Ao Muang Bay, situated in the North of Koh Yao Noi, where we spend the night anchored.
Day 12 Koh Phi Phi/Maya Bay (B, L,D)
The morning sail guides us towards Koh Phi Phi, one of the most stunning Island groups in Thailand. Along the way we'll have a short stop over on Monkey Bay- get your bananas ready!- and then we'll have a longer lunch break at Ton Sai Bay for swimming, shopping, and exploring. In the late afternoon we set sail again towards Phi Phi Le, where we visit Maya Bay, or Leonardo's paradise, where 'The Beach' was filmed.
Day 13 Bay Nai Harn (B,L)
Cruising over the large Phang Nga Bay towards Cape Phromtep will take us to the southernmost tip of Phuket peninsula. We'll anchor in the famous Bay Nai Harn, right under the best spot in Thailand for watching the stunning sunset, and where you will have multiple choices of beach activities and fabulous restaurants for dinner. Land excursions to famous places like Patong or Phuket towns are possible.
Day 14 Koh Yao Yai (B,L,D)
A smooth, longer sail brings us to the tiny island of Khai Nai for excellent swimming and snorkelling off a clear sandy beach. In the afternoon, we will approach Ao Labu Bay on Koh Yao Yai, surrounded by mangroves. Have a delicious meal at the island restaurant, and if you so desire, there are options such as canoeing or biking on the lush island.
Day 15 Depart Phuket (B)
We leave Koh Yao Yai early in the morning, and arrive into Phuket at approximately 1pm. Tour ends on arrival into Phuket. If you are making onward travel plans today we recommend you do not book any flights until after 3pm.
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