Timeless Thailand

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Bangkok

Bursting with life and colour, Bangkok is a modern city with an ancient heart. Visit the Emerald Buddha, housed beneath the gleaming spires of the Grand Palace. Later, take a boat trip through the khlongs to witness the remarkable contrast between city and canal-side life.

Days 3-4 Chiang Mai

Learn to whip up local delicacies at a Thai cooking class and taste the fruits of your labour afterwards. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride to the ruined city of Wiang Kum Kam. In the evening, climb up to Doi Suthep, famous for its wonderful copper-plated chedi and sweeping views out over the countryside.

Day 5 H'mong Lodge

Travel to where the rice fields meet the forest and get acquainted with Thailand's second-largest minority group - the H'mong. Enjoy a display of traditional song and dance, along with a barbeque dinner.

Day 6 Sukhothai

Nicknamed the Dawn of Happiness, Sukhothai still recalls Siam's golden age with its superb statues, marvellous monuments and lotus flowers in full bloom. Be bowled over by cute baby elephants at the Elephant Conservation Centre and maybe even take a ride on a fully-grown adult.

Days 7-8 Kanchanaburi/River Kwai

A sobering morning visit to the Hellfire Pass memorial is followed by a saamlaaw ride to the Jeath War Museum and the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai.

Days 9-10 Bangkok

Returning to Bangkok, there is ample time to visit any number of sights before a river cruise and farewell dinner on the mighty Chao Phraya River.