Treasure of Thailand Tour 9 days / 8 nights. The 9-day, 8-night "Treasure of Thailand" tour is a premier classic itinerary designed to capture the country's ultimate cultural, historical, and natural jewels. It moves sequentially from the bustling royal heritage of Bangkok, through the historic ruins of Ayutthaya or Kanchanaburi, and finishes in the misty mountain landscape of Chiang Mai.
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Day 1 |
Arrival in Bangkok (-) |
Warmly welcome you on arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Pick up by guide and driver then transfer to the hotel for check-in. Then take your time to have a rest after a long flight and lunch time.
Overnight at the hotel in Bangkok.
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Day 2 |
Bangkok – Full day city tour (B) |
After breakfast, we visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremony of the royal family of Thailand. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew which is known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha.
After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the lying Buddha. Then, we visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the Golden Buddha.
Afternoon, boarding on a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and many bustling interior canals that offer fantastic views of local life close by. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube.
Return to the hotel and free time for relaxation.
Overnight in Bangkok.
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Day 3 |
Bangkok – Railway market – Floating market – Kanchanaburi (B) |
Early in the morning, we drive to the southwest of Bangkok, visitting the Maeklong railway market, taking photos, and enjoying the local snack in the market before driving to Damnoen Saduak - a rural floating market. Stop for a motor boat trip along the waterway to the picturesque floating market of Damnoen Saduak.
Afterwards we continue the road to the city of Kanchanaburi. Upon arrival, visit the World War II memorial including the Jeath War Museum, Cemetery.
We continue to boarding a train for riding along the beautiful river for around 30 minutes and transfer then city to visit Kwai bridge.
Overnight in Kanchanaburi.
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Day 4 |
Kanchanaburi – Erawan waterfalls – Ayutthaya (B) |
Morning breakfast and depart for Erawan Waterfall - a beautiful seven-tiered waterfall. Located in Erawan National Park, walking up to see each of the picturesque falls, it is best to bring good walking shoes. Also, guests should remember to bring their swimming suit if they wish to swim in the fall’s natural pools.
In the afternoon, we continue the road to Ayutthaya. The ancient city of Ayutthaya is known as the 'Venice of the East’ because it is found along the Chao Phraya, the tributaries that surround the province of Ayutthaya River. Many monuments and remains of the period can be visited in this city founded in 1350 by King Uthong when the Thai had to migrate to the South under pressure from their neighbours to the North. Overnight in Ayutthaya.
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Day 5 |
Ayutthaya – Bang Pa-In – Night train to Chiang Mai (B) – No guide on board |
Morning after breakfast we will catch Kermit tuk tuk. These ‘cute’ tuk tuks are found in only two of Thailand’s provinces: Ayutthaya, and Trang. Along the ride, explore the temple highlights of the city from Wat Yai Chaimongkol, Wat Mahathat (with a Buddha face emerging from a tree), and strolling through a local market en route to Wat Phra Srisanphet. And after that we will visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favorite summer palace of the King.
And transfer to the station to embark on the night train to Chiang Mai.
Overnight onboard.
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Day 6 |
Chiang Mai – City tour (B) |
Breakfast served at a local restaurant. The morning will be mainly devoted to the walking tour of the old town with a stop at the old wall, the moat and a door of the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai: Wat Phra Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao temple, Wat Chedi Luang temple.
Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take a rickshaw tour.
After that, you will take a walk through the central market of Warorot. In the afternoon you will visit the Doi Suthep hill.
Then visit craft villages: lacquer factories, silk weaving, manufacture of umbrellas, wood carvings and goldsmith work.
Then transfer back to the hotel. To brighten up your evening, browse the Night Market for yourself.
Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.
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Day 7 |
Chiang Mai – Elephant Jungle Sanctuary (B, L) Join tour |
08:00 – 08:30 : Pick up from your hotel or accommodation
08:30 : Drive approximately 1.5 hours South of Chiang Mai through rolling hills, forest, and local farming areas.
10:30 : Arrive at the Sanctuary. Meet your guide and walk for 10-15 minutes through the Jungle to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Change into traditional Karen clothing. Enjoy an introductory lesson about elephant anatomy, history, and behavior.
11:00 : Meet the elephants. Feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about their behavior and history. Take photos with the elephants.
12:00 : Enjoy a lunch of traditional Thai food and fresh fruit.
13:00 : Learn how to make herbal medicine balls, feed the Elephants and then walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants.
14:00 : Join the elephants for a therapeutic mud spa. Swim in the river and take photos with the elephants.
15:00 : Change clothes and say good bye to the elephants
15:30 : Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Chiang Mai.
17:00-17:30 : Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.
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Day 8 |
Chiang Mai – Mae Kampong – Chiang Mai (B, L) |
Your guide will meet you at the hotel. It’s a beautiful drive to Mae Orn. We will stop at the San Kampaeng market to buy the ingredients for our lunch and fruit of the season. We will continue to Mae Kam Pong.
Upon arrival in Mae Kam Pong we will be met by some of the villagers and our local community guide. You will learn about the history of this remarkable village and make a beautiful trek around the village. Most villagers are engaged in growing bai miang, a kind of plant that can be processed into tea. Apart from bai miang, they also grow coffee and aromatic mushrooms. Other villagers are making handicrafts such as decorated pillows filled with tealeaves, rattan baskets and bamboo furniture.
Various walks are possible around Mae Kam Pong. Our program is flexible and will be adjusted according to your wishes. Lunch will be either in a homestay in the village or a picnick lunch along the way, depending on the program. A traditional massage is available.
Late in the afternoon we return to Chiang Mai.
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Day 9 |
Chiang Mai – Departure (B) |
You depart with a driver to the Chiang Mai airport taking an international flight to your next destination.
End of our services.
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HIGH SEASON (from 1 November 2026 to 31 March 2027) Cost in USD per person sharing in Twin/Double room - based on private tour |
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Class/ No. per |
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2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7 |
8-10 |
11-12 |
13-14 |
15-16 |
Single Supl. |
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3* (superior) |
$2327 |
$1,302 |
$1,037 |
$829 |
$741 |
$819 |
$755 |
$720 |
$749 |
+$231 |
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4* (First class) |
$2636 |
$1,464 |
$1,200 |
$991 |
$903 |
$981 |
$917 |
$883 |
$912 |
+$378 |
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5* (Deluxe) |
$3070 |
$1,673 |
$1,409 |
$1,200 |
$1,112 |
$1,190 |
$1,126 |
$1,092 |
$1,120 |
+$603 |
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LOW SEASON (from 1 April 2027 to 31 October 2027) Cost in USD per person sharing in Twin/Double room - based on private tour |
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Class/ No. per |
1 |
2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7 |
8-10 |
11-12 |
13-14 |
15-16 |
Single Supl. |
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3* (superior) |
$2312 |
$1,294 |
$1,029 |
$820 |
$732 |
$810 |
$746 |
$711 |
$740 |
+$221 |
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4* (First class) |
$2730 |
$1,442 |
$1,177 |
$967 |
$880 |
$958 |
$893 |
$859 |
$888 |
+$353 |
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5* (Deluxe) |
$2923 |
$1,600 |
$1,335 |
$1,127 |
$1,039 |
$1,117 |
$1,053 |
$1,018 |
$1,047 |
+$529 |
Accommodation:
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Superior |
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Destination |
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Room Type |
Website |
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Bangkok |
W22 by Burasari 3*
**Peak season surcharge: + An additional surcharge will be applied at 12 USD per room for all bookings on 31 Dec 2026, and Chinese New Year on period 03-09 Feb 2027, 3–16 April 2027 Songkran Holiday.
+ There will be no minimum night required during 24 Dec 2026 – 07 Jan 2027 + There will be no departure or check-out |
Standard Room |
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Kanchanaburi |
Royal River Kwai Resort 3*
**Peak season surcharge: Hotel will be surcharge of 32 USD Per room per night for New year’s Festival (30,31,Dec 2026 and 1 ,2, Jan 2027 ) and Songkran festival (9-14 Apr 2027) |
Deluxe Room |
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Ayutthaya |
Classic Kameo Hotel 3* |
Deluxe room |
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Chiang Mai |
Hotel M Chiang Mai 3*
**Peak season surcharge: 13 USD/room/night + From 24 Dec, 2026 to 07 Jan, 2027 + From 12 to 15 Apr, 2027 an, 2027
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Superior room |
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1st Class |
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Destination |
Name |
Room Type |
Website |
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Bangkok |
Nouvo City Hotel Bangkok 4* |
Deluxe Canal Room |
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Kanchanaburi |
U Inchantree Kanchanaburi 4*
**Peak season surcharge: + 20 Dec, 2026 - 04 Jan, 2027: 31 USD/room/night + 01 Jul - 16 Aug, 2027: 26 USD/room/night ***Minimum 2 nights stay required during 20 Dec, 2026 - 04 Jan, 2027 |
Superior Garden View |
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Ayutthaya |
Kantary Hotel 4* |
Studio Room |
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Chiang Mai |
Bohdi Serene 4* **Peak season surcharge: + Surcharge 25 Nov, 2026 (Loy Krathong): 20 USD/room/night + From 11 to 16 Apr, 2027: 15 USD/room/night * Note: Minimum 2 nights stay if bookings coincide within the period of Christmas Eve until New Year (23 Dec, 2026 – 5 Jan, 2027) |
Deluxe Room
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Deluxe |
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Destination |
Name |
Room Type |
Website |
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Bangkok |
Valia Hotel Bangkok 5* **Peak season surcharge: + 24 - 31 Dec, 2026; 01 - 03 Jan, 2027: 48 USD/room/night + Compulsory Gala Dinner on 31 Dec 2026: 100 USD/adult; 50 USD/child (6-12 years old) |
Premier Room |
https://www.valiahotelbangkok.com/ |
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Kanchanaburi |
Dheva mantra Resort 5*
**High season surcharge : + $US 48/room/night on 24 Dec 2026 - 5 Jan 2027 |
Superior Garden Room |
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Ayutthaya |
Kantary Hotel 4* |
One bedroom suite |
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Chiang Mai |
Mélia Chiang Mai 5*
**High season surcharge: + 21 - 25 Nov, 2026 (Loy Kratong): 99 USD/room/night + 24 Dec, 2026 – 3 Jan, 2027; 05 - 13 Feb, 2027 (Chinese New Year); 09 - 11 Sep, 2027 (City Conference); 01 - 06 Oct, 2027 (Chinese Golden Week): 59 USD/room/night + Compulsory dinner on 24 Dec, 2026: 107 USD/pax; on 31 Dec, 2026: 115 USD/pax + The booking is not allowed to check out on 31 Dec 26
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Melia Room
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https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/thailand/chiang-mai/melia-chiang-mai
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