Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
You'll arrive in Bangkok with the day open for settling in and checking out the area on your own terms. Later at 6:00 PM, you'll meet up with your tour group and Tour Leader for a pre-trip meeting, followed by your first vegan meal together.
- Meals
- Dinner (First vegan meal together)
- Day 2
Bangkok
Start the day at Bangkok's Grand Palace and the peaceful grounds of Wat Phra Kaew, where you'll see the Emerald Buddha. After that, you'll take a scenic cruise along the Chao Phraya River on a traditional long-tail boat, passing by stilted houses and temples. A vegan lunch happens during your time on the water, letting you take in the cultural sites around you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Vegan-friendly lunch during cultural exploration), Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Grand Palace
- Explore Wat Phra Kaew and Emerald Buddha
- Scenic cruise along Chao Phraya River on traditional long-tail boat
- Vegan-friendly lunch
Landmarks Grand Palace Wat Phra Kaew Chao Phraya River - Day 3
Bangkok
Hop into a tuk-tuk for a half-day adventure through Bangkok's streets, hitting colourful markets, historic neighbourhoods, and cultural sites. Along the way you'll stop at local street vendors to try different vegan snacks and get a feel for the city's food scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tuk-tuk tour of Bangkok streets
- Visit colourful markets
- Explore historic neighbourhoods
- Visit vibrant cultural sites
- Vegan street food tastings
- Day 4
Bangkok to Amphawa
Travel 1.5 hours south to Amphawa, a riverside town known for its floating markets. You'll explore the canals by boat, stopping at stalls selling tropical fruits, handcrafted goods, and local food in this laid-back traditional setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Amphawa floating markets
- Explore canals by boat
Landmarks Amphawa Floating Markets - Day 5
Amphawa to Chiang Mai
Visit the Mae Klong Railway Market in the morning where vendors move their stalls as trains pass through the narrow space. That evening you'll board an overnight train to Chiang Mai, settling into your private full-length bed while passing through lush jungle scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Mae Klong Railway Market
Landmarks Mae Klong Railway Market 
- Day 6
Chiang Mai
You'll arrive in Chiang Mai and grab breakfast at a vegan café, then rest for a bit. In the afternoon, head to Doi Suthep, a revered temple on a hillside with panoramic views. Walk through golden pagodas and intricate carvings while learning about its cultural importance, and catch the sunset reflecting off the temples before dinner with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast (At nearby vegan café), Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast at vegan café
- Visit Doi Suthep temple
- Explore golden pagodas and carvings
- Sunset viewing at Doi Suthep
Landmarks Doi Suthep - Day 7
Chiang Mai
Visit the Friends of the Asian Elephant Hospital near Chiang Mai, a facility focused on ethical care and rehabilitation of elephants. You'll meet some of the elephants, learn about protecting these animals, and GoVegan Travel makes a donation on everyone's behalf.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Friends of the Asian Elephant Hospital
- Meet elephants under care
- Learn about ethical elephant protection
- Donation to Friends of Asian Elephants Foundation
Landmarks Friends of the Asian Elephant Hospital - Day 8
Chiang Mai to Golden Triangle
Leave Chiang Mai heading toward the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet. You'll stop at the Northern Highlands to visit a local tea plantation and see how Thai tea grows, then visit a hill tribe village to learn about local traditions. If time allows, check out the Opium museum before settling into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Northern Highlands
- Tour local tea plantation
- Visit hill tribe village
Optional Activities
- Visit Opium museum
Landmarks Golden Triangle 
- Day 9
Golden Triangle to Chiang Mai
After breakfast, travel back to Chiang Mai through Chiang Rai to visit the White Temple, a modern temple that looks completely different from the traditional ones you've seen. You'll walk through its gleaming halls taking photos, then return to Chiang Mai for a relaxed evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)
Landmarks Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) - Day 10
Chiang Mai to Phuket
Fly south from Chiang Mai to Phuket for a change of scenery with laid-back vibes and coastal beauty. Settle into your hotel, then spend the afternoon relaxing, exploring, or on the beach. Later you'll join a hands-on vegan Thai cooking class learning to prepare Thai dishes, and dine together afterwards.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (After cooking class, dine together in relaxed setting)
Included Activities
- Vegan Thai cooking class
- Hands-on cooking experience
Optional Activities
- Relax on beach
- Explore Phuket
- Day 11
Phuket
Spend the day on a boat exploring the Andaman Sea's beautiful islands, visiting pristine beaches and swimming in turquoise waters. You'll have snorkelling opportunities to see marine life, and a vegan lunch is served during this scenic adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Vegan-friendly lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Island hopping in Andaman Sea
- Visit pristine beaches
- Swimming in turquoise waters
- Snorkelling
- Vegan-friendly lunch
Landmarks Andaman Sea - Day 12
Phuket
Your final full day in Thailand is yours to use however you like, with leisure time to explore or relax. In the evening, join the group for a farewell dinner at a vegan-friendly restaurant, sharing memories and toasting to the trip and new friendships.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner at local vegan-friendly restaurant)
Included Activities
- Included farewell dinner at vegan-friendly restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Phuket
- Relax on beach
- Day 13
Phuket
Your trip through Thailand ends today. Your Tour Leader is available if you need help arranging onward travel or extending your stay, with assistance from your Tour Leader and hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
