Thailand · Religious & Spiritual

11-Day Thailand Heritage Tour with Phuket Stay and Dinner Cruise

11 Days Round trip from Bangkok Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Bangkok's landmark temples, including Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and the Grand Palace
  • 02 Visit Ayutthaya's UNESCO World Heritage ruins and Bang Pa-In Royal Palace
  • 03 Experience the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet
  • 04 Discover Wat Rong Khun, the striking White Temple of Chiang Rai
  • 05 Climb to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for sweeping views over Chiang Mai
  • 06 Enjoy 2 days of independent leisure in Phuket's famous beach setting
  • 07 Savor a night dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok

Enjoy a relaxing vacation in Thailand that covers dazzling temples, peaceful villages, picturesque landscapes, and soft beaches by the crystal sea. Explore the magnificent heritage of Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, and the rustic landscape of Mae Salong, then enjoy 2 days of independent exploration in Phuket, the famous resort island known for its beautiful beaches.

Enjoy a relaxing vacation in Thailand that covers dazzling temples, peaceful villages, picturesque landscapes, and soft beaches by the crystal sea.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Bangkok

  • Your guide will be waiting for you at Bangkok Airport. After a warm greeting and a brief tour introduction, you will be transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day free to explore the city at your leisure.

Accommodation: Movenpick Bangkok Sukhumvit 15 (4 stars)

2
Day 02

Bangkok Temples, Grand Palace, and Canal Cruise

  • After breakfast, you will visit Wat Traimit on the edge of Chinatown, home to the world's largest solid gold Buddha.
  • Continue to Wat Pho, home to the magnificent Reclining Buddha.
  • Visit the royal Grand Palace and marvel at the mysterious Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew.
  • Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
  • In the afternoon, your guided tour continues with a cruise along the Chao Phraya River and its labyrinthine network of small canals. Enjoy a relaxing journey far from the hustle and bustle of the city center. The day ends at the beautiful riverside Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Movenpick Bangkok Sukhumvit 15 (4 stars)

3
Day 03

Ayutthaya Heritage Tour and Flight to Chiang Rai

  • After breakfast, you will be escorted north to Ayutthaya, where the temples and ruins of this great city have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the way, you will stop at Bang Pa-In to see the summer palace, with its contrasting buildings and surrounding temples.
  • You will also visit Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, the Gothic-inspired temple on the banks of the Chao Phraya River.
  • After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to two of the most important ruined temples in the historical park: Wat Yai Chaimongkhol and Wat Mahathat. You will then be escorted to Bangkok Airport for your flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Legend Chiang Rai (4 stars)

4
Day 04

Doi Mae Salong, Mae Sai, and the Golden Triangle

  • After breakfast, you will be transferred to Doi Mae Salong. En route, enjoy the scenery of Mae Salong town as you pass tea plantations. You may also notice a subtle change in architecture, with the upward curve of roof awnings and the sprinkling of red Chinese lanterns.
  • Proceed to Mae Sai to visit the market on the Thai-Burmese border.
  • After lunch, drive to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet. You will also visit the magnificent ancient ruins and temples of Chiang Saen on the steep banks of the Mekong River. After the visit, you will be escorted back to your hotel in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Legend Chiang Rai (4 stars)

5
Day 05

Chiang Rai Market, White Temple, and Transfer to Chiang Mai

  • In the morning, you will visit the main market area to get a feel for local life in Chiang Rai. Then continue to Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. Its impressive structures and artistic designs will leave you with a memorable experience.
  • Next, you will be escorted to Chiang Mai by private vehicle. En route, stop at Mae Kajan Hot Spring and Wat Phra Singh, the temple of the Lion Buddha. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, you will check in to your hotel and then have time at leisure to relax or explore the city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Rim (4 stars)

6
Day 06

Chiang Mai Temples, Doi Suthep, and Local Crafts

  • Explore both the old and modern sides of Chiang Mai as you seek out its most sacred Buddhist monuments. Inside the old city walls, you will be captivated by the mix of eclectic markets, traditional houses, majestic foreign consulates, and modern edifices.
  • Drive to Doi Suthep Mountain. Climb the staircase of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep to reach the top, wander around the towering gilded stupa, and take a moment to enjoy the views of Chiang Mai in the distance.
  • Descend and continue along the spiritual trail to Wat Jed Yod. Get close to the seven spires to admire the incredible carvings of celestial beings.
  • Visit Wat Suan Dok to discover its unique Buddha relic.
  • Return to Chiang Mai to visit the Sankampaeng outlets of Thai silk and cotton looms.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Rim (4 stars)

7
Day 07

Flight to Phuket and Leisure Time on the Island

  • You will have the morning free at leisure. Later, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival at Phuket Airport, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel. For the convenience of your flexibility, your days in Phuket have been left free for you to explore the beauty of this magical island and leisurely enjoy basking in the sunshine.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Charm Resort (4 stars)

8
Day 08

Independent Exploration in Phuket

  • Relax in Phuket.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Charm Resort (4 stars)

9
Day 09

Another Leisure Day in Phuket

  • Relax in Phuket.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Charm Resort (4 stars)

10
Day 10

Return to Bangkok and Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise

  • You will have a free morning. In the afternoon, your driver will take you to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, your Bangkok driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, you will be escorted to the pier on the Chao Phraya River to board the Grand Pearl and admire the beautiful night-lit scenery on both sides of the river. You will also enjoy a superb Asian dinner while the cruise slowly drifts along the river for up to two hours.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Movenpick Bangkok Sukhumvit 15 (4 stars)

11
Day 11

Departure from Bangkok

  • After breakfast, you will be escorted to the airport for your departure flight. We wish you a smooth journey!

Meals: Breakfast

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Traimit (Golden Buddha), Chao Phraya River cruise

Where this trip takes you

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Traimit (Golden Buddha), Chao Phraya River cruise

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bangkok 5 cities · 11 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Economy class airfare for Bangkok - Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai - Phuket, and Phuket - Bangkok
  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of English-speaking guides as per the itinerary
  • Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights

What's Not Included

  • International flights into and out of Bangkok
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Thailand visa fees

Know before you go

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
  • Any parts of the itinerary, such as tour length, activities, and hotels, can be tailored to your individual interests.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bangkok, Thailand
Tour start
Bangkok, Thailand
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 days finish where they began, in Bangkok.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,530.00 — $3,037.00
Double Sharing $2,530.00 — $3,037.00

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