Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
You'll arrive in Thailand and head to your hotel for mid-afternoon check-in. This is your chance to settle in, freshen up, and get some rest before things really kick off tomorrow.
- Day 2
Bangkok
Start with a private boat tour through Bangkok's klongs, navigating the narrow canals to see local life and traditional wooden houses. You'll stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, where you can walk around the ornate spires and take photos from the riverside. After that, head to the Grand Palace complex, which takes up a large area with multiple palaces, halls, and courtyards to walk through. Later in the day, you'll reach Wat Pho, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, where the main attraction is the massive 49-foot-high gilded Buddha lying on its side. The temple also houses over 1,000 other Buddha images throughout the grounds, so there's plenty to see as you move through the different halls and courtyards.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided boat tour through Bangkok's klongs (canals)
- Visit Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn)
- Sightseeing tour of the Grand Palace complex
- Visit Temple of the Reclining Buddha
Landmarks Wat Arun Grand Palace Temple of the Reclining Buddha 
- Day 3
Bangkok
You have the full day to yourself in Bangkok. If you want structure, consider checking out the Jim Thompson House, a traditional teak mansion with an interesting collection of Southeast Asian art and antiques. Another option is taking a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, which gives you views of illuminated temples and city landmarks while you eat. For something more active, head out to Damnoen Saduak floating market early in the morning when vendors are selling fresh produce, souvenirs, and local snacks from their boats. Otherwise, you can spend time in neighborhoods you haven't seen, try different restaurants, or just relax at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Jim Thompson House
- Dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River
- Excursion to Damnoen Saduak floating market
Landmarks Jim Thompson House Chao Phraya River Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - Day 4
Bangkok to Chiang Mai
You'll fly north to Chiang Mai, often called the Rose of the North. After landing, transfer to your hotel and get comfortable. There's time to walk around and orient yourself to the city before evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Chiang Mai
Travel outside Chiang Mai to Elephant Nature Park, a sanctuary that started in the 1990s to care for rescued and orphaned elephants. You'll spend time watching these animals in natural surroundings and learning about their individual backgrounds and rescue stories. The park does work beyond just elephants, also running tree planting projects and providing shelter for other rescued animals on the grounds. There's a lunch break at the sanctuary so you can refuel before heading back to the city. The drive back to Chiang Mai takes a few hours, so you'll arrive in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at the sanctuary)
Included Activities
- Visit to Elephant Nature Park
- Private guided tour of the rehabilitation center
Landmarks Elephant Nature Park - Day 6
Chiang Mai
Join a private guided tour through the walled old city to visit Wat Phra Singh, where you'll see an important Buddha statue housed in the temple. From there, head to Wat Doi Suthep, situated in the mountains above Chiang Mai. To reach the temple, you can either take a tram car up the mountain or climb the famous Naga staircase, which has over 300 dragon-headed steps leading to the temple grounds. After exploring the temple and its surroundings, you'll have the afternoon free to do what interests you. Options include attending a khantoke dance show with a traditional dinner, taking a cooking class to learn Thai cuisine, or wandering through the lively night market that opens in the evenings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private guided sightseeing tour to Wat Phra Singh
- Visit Wat Doi Suthep
Optional Activities
- Khantoke dance show with dinner
- Cooking class
- Explore night market
Landmarks Wat Phra Singh Wat Doi Suthep - Day 7
Chiang Mai to Phuket
Fly down to Phuket, Thailand's most popular beach destination. You'll transfer to your beachfront resort and have the rest of the day to settle in and relax by the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 8
Phuket
You have the entire day free in Phuket to choose how you spend it. If you want to stay put, relax on one of the main beaches and swim in the warm water. If you're interested in getting out, take a boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands, which are known for limestone cliffs, clear water, and white sand beaches. Alternatively, explore Phuket Town itself for local shops, restaurants, and markets. You could also just settle in at your hotel or a beach spot and soak up the coastal atmosphere without any rush.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Trip to Phi Phi Islands
- Explore Phuket Town
- Relax on the beach
Landmarks Phi Phi Islands - Day 9
Phuket
Another full day at your own pace in Phuket. The beaches here have pristine white sand and turquoise water, making them ideal if you want to swim and relax. Spend time however you like, whether that's lying on the sand, reading, trying water activities, or exploring areas you missed on your previous free day. Take in the natural surroundings at your own speed, and feel free to try new restaurants, visit local spots, or simply unwind and enjoy having nothing scheduled.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swimming and relaxing on Phuket's beaches
- Day 10
Phuket
After breakfast, you'll depart at a time that works for you. Your Thailand trip comes to an end, and you head home with all those memories.
- Meals
- Breakfast
