14 Days • 13 Nights
Ultimate Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Khao Sok & Phuket
Tour Includes
About the Trip
You'll explore Bangkok's Grand Palace, cook and meet elephants in Chiang Mai, marvel at Chiang Rai's White Temple, sleep in a floating raft-house on a jungle lake in Khao Sok, and finish island-hopping the turquoise seas from Phuket. Temples, jungle, wildlife and beaches in perfect balance.
With hand-picked hotels, private guides and all flights and boats arranged, it is Thailand in full — an unforgettable fortnight.
Trip Highlights
- Bangkok's Grand Palace, Wat Pho and canals
- Chiang Mai's elephants, cooking and temples
- The dazzling White Temple of Chiang Rai
- A floating raft-house on Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok
- Ancient rainforest, caves and wildlife
- Island-hopping to the Phi Phi Islands
- Phuket's beaches and Phang Nga Bay
- Flights and boats linking every region
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 14-day journey.
Arrive and settle in, with a welcome dinner of Thai flavours.
The Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun, with a long-tail boat ride through the canals.
Fly north to Chiang Mai, exploring the Old City temples and the night bazaar.
A gentle morning with rescued elephants, then a hands-on Thai cooking class for lunch.
The golden Doi Suthep temple, a hill-tribe village and handicraft workshops.
Travel north to Chiang Rai for the dazzling White Temple, the Blue Temple and the Golden Triangle.
Fly south and transfer into Khao Sok National Park, one of the world's oldest rainforests, settling in near the jungle.
A boat across the emerald Cheow Lan Lake, ringed by towering limestone karsts, staying in a floating raft-house with jungle safaris, kayaking and swimming.
A morning jungle safari and cave, then transfer to Phuket, settling into your beach resort.
A boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands — snorkelling, Maya Bay and turquoise coves, with lunch on the water.
A sea-canoe adventure through the caves and hongs of Phang Nga Bay, beneath its towering karsts.
A free day to relax on the beach or explore Phuket Old Town.
A final beach day, with a farewell seafood dinner.
A final breakfast before your transfer to Phuket airport.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- Private airport transfers and private guides throughout
- 2 nights Bangkok, 3 nights Chiang Mai, 1 night Chiang Rai, 2 nights Khao Sok, 5 nights Phuket
- Daily breakfast, a welcome dinner, a cooking-class lunch and island-hopping lunches
- A Bangkok tour, a Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary and cooking class
- A Chiang Rai White Temple and Golden Triangle tour
- A Khao Sok rainforest and Cheow Lan Lake experience with a floating raft-house
- A Phi Phi Islands and Phang Nga Bay boat trip
- All domestic flights and transfers per the itinerary
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from Thailand
- Any visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Additional domestic flights beyond those stated
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and water sports
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa: Many nationalities receive a visa exemption of 30-60 days on arrival in Thailand; check your passport's eligibility. Your passport should be valid at least six months
- Currency: The currency is the Thai Baht. Cards are accepted in cities and resorts, but carry cash for markets, tuk-tuks, temples and the islands
- Best season: The cool, dry season from November to February is ideal; March to May is very hot (with the Songkran water festival in mid-April), and June to October brings monsoon rain
- Temple etiquette: Cover your shoulders and knees and remove your shoes at temples. Never point your feet at a Buddha image, and women should never touch or hand items directly to a monk
- Respect the monarchy: Thais deeply revere their royal family. Always be respectful of images of the King and the monarchy, as disrespect is a serious offence under Thai law
- Islands & boats: Some Andaman islands and boat trips run only in the dry season and depend on sea conditions; we schedule beach stays for the best weather
- Health: Drink bottled water, use mosquito repellent, and enjoy street food from busy, popular stalls. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Getting around: Domestic flights link Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the islands quickly and cheaply, all arranged for you, with private cars and boats for touring
- Scams & safety: Thailand is very safe, but ignore unsolicited tuk-tuk 'gem shop' or temple-closed offers; we use arranged private transport so you avoid the common traps
- Connectivity & power: A local SIM or eSIM is cheap and reliable. Power is 220V with type A/B/C plugs, so a universal adapter is handy
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with a welcome dinner and the specific meals named in the itinerary, such as a Thai cooking-class lunch. Other meals are left free so you can enjoy Thailand's world-famous street food and restaurants.
Are transfers and touring arranged?
Yes — your airport transfers, domestic flights, island boats and guided tours are all arranged with private guides and drivers, so there is nothing to organise on the ground.
Do I need a visa for Thailand?
Many nationalities receive a visa exemption on arrival for 30-60 days. We confirm the requirements for your passport before you travel.
When is the best time to visit?
November to February is the cool, dry and most comfortable season. March to May is hot, and June to October is the green, quieter rainy season; we schedule island stays for the best weather.
Are the beaches good year-round?
The Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi) is best November to April, while the Gulf (Koh Samui) is driest February to September. We pick the right coast for your dates.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. Durations, cities, islands, resorts and experiences can all be tailored, and we can add elephants, cooking classes, the River Kwai or a rainforest. Just tell us what you have in mind.
How do we travel between regions?
By short, inexpensive domestic flights between Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the islands, plus private cars and boats — all included and arranged.
What is Khao Sok like?
Khao Sok is one of the oldest rainforests on earth, with towering limestone karsts, the emerald Cheow Lan Lake and abundant wildlife. Staying in a floating raft-house on the lake is a magical highlight.
Is fourteen days too much for Thailand?
Not at all — with contrasting regions and short flights between them, the pace stays comfortable, and it truly shows you the full breadth of Thailand, from temples to rainforest to reef.
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