Summary
This Christmas, journey through the magic of Thailand. A traditionally Buddhist country, there is no shortage of celebration and cheer no matter the time of year. When better to explore the marvels of this visually breathtaking place than December, with hot sunny days and balmy nights? Arriving In Bangkok, explore the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Chinatown, then sail the Chao Phraya River on a longtail boat. Travel to Kanchanaburi province, where we'll see the historic Bridge on the River Kwai and learn about the Death Railway built by Allied POWs during WWII. Next, fly north to Chiang Rai, famous for its beautiful tea plantations and rolling hills. After exploring the Golden Triangle, head west to Mae Rim and relax in an eco-lodge nestled in the northern highlands, where you'll experience a warm welcome with a local dinner and Hmong Hilltribe folklore. Come Christmas Eve, head to Chiang Mai, our home for the festive celebrations. Spend Christmas Day morning at an elephant rescue sanctuary in Chiang Mai, fostering memories with these majestic creatures before sitting down to Christmas dinner in a beautiful colonial mansion. Finally, enjoy a light-hearted Boxing Day cooking class to round the trip off before your return home.
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1-2
- Bangkok
- Day 3
- Bangkok Highlights
- Day 4
- Floating Market & The Bridge On The River Kwai
- Day 5
- Kanchanaburi-Death Railway- Bangkok
- Day 6
- Ayutthaya – Chiang Rai
- Day 7
- Chiang Rai & The Golden Triangle
- Day 8
- Tribes & Tea Plantations In Mae Salong
- Day 9
- The White Temple & Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
- Day 10
- Christmas Eve-Bamboo Rafting & Chiang Mai
- Day 11
- Christmas Day-Elephant Rescue & Christmas Dinner
- Day 12
- Boxing Day Cooking Class & Wat Doi Suthep
- Day 13
- Departure
Travel Cities (7): Ayutthaya, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hua Hin, Kanchanaburi, Phuket