Thailand Tour 11 days: Memorable Family Holiday
Overview
Our Thailand Tour 11 days: Memorable Family Holiday is a great option for family vacations! Children and family are always welcome as the city is a great destination for family vacations. From the beaches in the south, to the mountains of the north and the plains of the northeast, we have found many travel destinations which are not only suitable for kids but are also exciting familys for dad and mom, too. This tour in Thailand offer you the main attractions of this land of smiles. In addition to the bustling capital Bangkok, we will take you to visit the "North Rose" - Chiang Mai, the mysterious city Chiang Rai and Ayutthaya and Sukhothai - two heritage cities. Enjoy your family vacation in Thailand
HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the ancient and modern beauty of the capital Bangkok by yourself
- Visit the famous temples in the city
- Get a deep insight into Thai culture and local life when visiting Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Discover Thailand’s ancient capital of Ayutthaya with its historical sites.
- Short trekking thru the jungle
- Have an amazing elephant riding and rafting experience
- Admire the spectacular landscape along the Mekong river
- Explore Golden Triangle border region of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos
- Learn more about culture of Thailand by visiting the villages of ethnic minorities
Itinerary
Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal : Not available
The first destination is the Grand Palace, which includes 3 main sites: Royal Palace, Royal Office and pagodas (Wat) built in 1770s. Nowadays, most of national significant events takes place there.
Wat Pra Kwae is famous not only for its beauty of unique Thailand Buddhism architecture but also for the sacred jade Buddha statue.
Nearby Grand Palace is Wat Pho - the oldest and biggest pagoda in Bangkok with more than 1000 Buddha statues and the huge one sit-back Buddha in gold.
We will board on a boat to pay a visit along the Chao Phraya River, watching the life of local people close by. On route, we stop at Wat Arun, the most beautiful pagoda in Bangkok not only for its location on the Chao Phraya’s riverbank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. The pagoda was decorated with glass pieces and Chinese ceramic, in a complicated style.
After having lunch, we visit the last destination of the day: Wat Traimit. This pagoda is famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue.
Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal : Breakfast
The Safari World is divided into 2 main parts: Safari Park and Marine Park.
Safari Park raises and conserve many species of wild animal: lion, tiger, giraffe, zebra, deer, … Wild animals are naturally raised so visitors can enjoy and take photos freely.
Marine Park raises typical marine animals, such as dolphins, sea lions,... Marine animals are well trained after careful training will give visitors the skill and beauty.
Back to the hotel and you are free to relax.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal : Breakfast
We continue the northern to pay a visit to some sites of Ayutthaya Historical Park. Being a ruin with many temples which characterize the handicraft architecture, the park was recognized as World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.
- Wat Phu Khao Thong is a massive pagoda towering in the middle of paddy fields. There is a high golden plated chedi on the top, which makes the pagoda outstanding.
- Wat Phra Sri Sanphet was the most important temple of Ayutthaya with 3 towers standing high together in Ceylonese style.
- Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit is the pagoda in which the bronze Buddha statue in the attitude of subduing Mara is situated. This is one of the biggest Buddha statue in Thailand.
- Wat Lokaya Sutha is considered as the sacred place for pilgrims since it’s famous for the reclining Buddha statue. It is also the most important relics in most of those in Wat Lokaya Sutha.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Uthai Thani
Meal : Breakfast
Drive to Nakhon Sawan for boat trip on Bueng Boraphet, the big natural lake to enjoy the scenery and hundreds of birds live around the lake.
After that proceed to Kamphaeng Phet stop at Banana Market to see people make different sources of banana and taste. There are various kinds of banana snacks and species being on offer at this special market.
We continue exploring Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park, recognized by UNESCO as World’s Heritage Site. The park is an archeological site, containing the ruins of the ancient town of Kamphaeng Phet, an important town in the Sukhothai Kingdom.
We also visit Wat Prakaew, which is a large royal temple in center of town. The temple itself was used on important city events and had no monks in residence. Major features are the principal chedi with lion-adorned base and a round chedi with elephant-adorned base. There are also other chedis of different bases and remains of several chapels. Its boundary is marked off by laterite walls.
We have lunch at local restaurant then drive to Sukhothai, on the way we visit Sukhothai Historical Park. It covers the ruins of Sukhothai, literally "Dawn of Happiness", capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom in the 13th and 14th centuries. Dozens of well preserved and restored monuments dating back to the 13th until 15th centuries are found in a well maintained park like setting with lakes, ponds and trees.
Cheking-in the hotel in Sukhothai and you are free to relax after a day of exploring.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Sukhothai
Meal : Breakfast
We drive along mountainous area for visit Wat Phrathat Suthon Mongkhol Kiri, the magnificent Reclining Buddha, the decorative Lanna Style stupas covered with gold and the compound.
Continue driving to the north, we come to Lampang for horse carriage ride to visit a Burmese style temple at Wat Prakaew Dontao. Built in the 14th or 15th century, this is an important temple since it houses the Emerald Buddha statue, the Thailand’s most sacred Buddha statue during the 15th century for a period of 34 years.
Proceed to the hotel in Chiang Mai. Checking-in the hotel and you can relax after a long day exploring.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meal : Breakfast
The next is Wat Phan Tao, an ancient temple sitting right next to the sacred Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai town. It is known for its exquisite Lanna-style ordination hall (Wihan).
Next to Wat Phan Tao is Wat Chedi Luang. This is a Buddhist temple in the historic centre of Chiang Mai, Thailand. The current temple grounds were originally made up of three temples — Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Ho Tham and Wat Sukmin.
Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take a rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot, which is a great spot for travelers wanting to experience the true Thai culture and daily life.
In the afternoon we visit the Doi Suthep hill. The mountain's temple is one of the most historically and spiritually significant places in Thailand. So, a lot of Thais and foreigners come to experience the special magic of this holy place.
Return to the hotel and you can relax or enjoy going to the night market.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meal : Breakfast
Lunch is served at local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will get an up-close look at the river on a bamboo raft trip. You will languidly cruise past traditional teak houses high on stilts along the lush banks. Bidding farewell to chilled-out Chiang Dao and its gentle people won’t be easy. Soften the blow with a stop at an orchid farm on your return to Chiang Mai. Revel in the assortment of colors and designs from stripped to dots. At the end of the day, you’ll have seen that Thailand’s natural bounty is an open-air art museum.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meal : Breakfast
In the afternoon, time would be free at your own until we transfer you to Chiang Rai. Cheking-in the hotel in Chiang Rai and then you are free.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Rai
Meal : Breakfast
We continue the trip by heading to the northern Thailand to Doi Mae Salong, which has early history focusing on opium trading. Climb up and down the green hills, covered with tea plantations. Here, you will get a chance to taste the delicious tea of the region.
From Doi Mae Salong, we will visit two villages of ethnic minorities: the village Akah of Loyo, and the village Lisu of Ban Hanygo.
Having lunch at the local restaurant at the Golden Triangle, then taking a boat trip along Mekong Kong River to see Thailand, Burma & Laos, confluence at the Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle is known for its beautiful scenery. Some of the sights in the area include a large golden Buddha image seated in a boat, an ancient temple on a hill and the House of Opium Museum.
Return to the hotel and you are free to relax.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Chiang Saen
Meal : Breakfast
Accommodation: Hot available
Meal : Breakfast
Trip notes
Tour includes:
- Accommodation in a double or twin share room with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Experienced English speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Meal as specified in the itinerary
- Ferry, boat, cruise in the itinerary (if any)
- Water & cool towels
- Government taxes & service charge
Tour excludes:
- Thailand Visa stamp fee
- International airfare and departure taxes
- Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
- Early check in/ late check out
- Domestic flights and domestic airport taxes
- Compulsory Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December
- Surcharged for Public holidays
- Drinks and meal not mentioned
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks … etc.
- Personal travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
- Gratuities/ Tipping
- All other services not specified in the itinerary
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