Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
You'll arrive in Bangkok whenever works for your schedule, then meet up with your CEO and group this evening on Khao San Road. The street's got plenty of bars and live music going on, so you'll grab a Thai beer or tea, chat with everyone, and work your way through the street food options. Deep fried scorpions are on the menu if you're up for it.
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- Explore Khao San Road bars and restaurants
- Sample local street food delicacies
Landmarks/POIs Khao San Road - Day 2
Bangkok
Today's yours to spend however you want around Bangkok. Wat Pho and the Grand Palace are solid choices, or check out the National Museum and Jim Thompson's House instead. You could also take a riverboat along the Chao Phraya to get a different view of daily life through the klongs. Later this evening, you'll head to the train station and board an overnight train to Chiang Mai.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Wat Pho
- Visit the Grand Palace
- Visit National Museum
- Visit Jim Thompson's House
- Riverboat trip along Chao Phraya River
- Canal (klong) boat tour
Landmarks/POIs Wat Pho Grand Palace National Museum Jim Thompson's House Chao Phraya River - Day 3
Chiang Mai
You'll spend the day eating your way through Chiang Mai on a street food crawl that hits all the best local spots. If you want something different, head up to Doi Suthep temple or soak in the natural hot springs at Sankampang for a slower pace. Either way, there's plenty of food and activity mixed together.
Included Activities
- Chiang Mai Street Food Crawl
Optional Activities
- Visit Doi Suthep temple
- Soak in Sankampang Hot Springs
- Northern Thai Cooking Class
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep Temple Sankampang Hot Springs - Day 4
Hilltribe Trek
From Chiang Mai, you'll drive to Mae Malai village and start your trek through the forest. You're heading to hilltribe communities, and each village has its own language, traditions, and way of living. It'll take a few hours to reach the first village where you'll sleep in thatch bungalows, but the walk shows you a lot about the region's culture and landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hilltribe Trek Day 1
Landmarks/POIs Mae Malai - Day 5
Hilltribe Trek Continuation
Trek for about 2 to 3 hours before stopping to eat lunch, then visit a Karen village to watch how they weave traditional blankets and scarves. After that, you'll trek for a few more hours to reach the next village for the night. Along the way, there might be a stop at Mae Tang River where locals show fishing techniques or you can help build a bamboo raft.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hilltribe Trek Day 2
Optional Activities
- Learn to fish using local tools at Mae Tang River
- Build a raft using bamboo
Landmarks/POIs Karen Village Mae Tang River - Day 6
Chiang Mai
After breakfast, you'll leave by bamboo raft and float past other villages on the water. By lunch, a van picks you up and drives back to Chiang Mai. Spend the evening trying khao soi and sai oua at local restaurants, then celebrate finishing the trek with a big night out at one of the city's best bars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Bamboo Rafting to Lahu Village
- Lahu Village Visit
- Bamboo Rafting to Shan Village
- Chiang Mai Celebration
Landmarks/POIs Lahu Village Shan Village - Day 7
Chiang Mai
Free time in Chiang Mai means you can hit the markets, get a Thai massage, or visit one of the many temples around town. Grab another bowl of khao soi if you're still craving it. Later tonight, board the overnight train back to Bangkok so you can rest while traveling.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Shop in the market
- Get a Thai massage
- Explore temples
- Northern Thai Cooking Class
- Day 8
Bangkok
You've got the whole day to get out and see Bangkok. There's no shortage of things to do or places to check out in this busy city, so it just depends on what interests you most.
- Day 9
Bangkok
Explore Bangkok by bike on an optional tour if that sounds good, or choose other options like Wat Pho and the Grand Palace, a street food crawl through the city, a Thai massage, or a boat trip through the klongs. Tonight, you'll board another overnight train to continue heading south.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Bike tour of Bangkok
- Visit Wat Pho
- Visit the Grand Palace
- Street food crawl
- Thai massage
- Explore klongs (canals) by boat
Landmarks/POIs Wat Pho Grand Palace - Day 10
Khao Sok
You'll arrive at Khao Sok and have breakfast at the G Adventures-supported farm and restaurant where you'll meet other travelers. Later on, there's free time to hike to Lake Cheow Lan, go swimming, or just relax in the national park. You'll fall asleep tonight listening to jungle sounds around you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Meal
Optional Activities
- Visit Lake Cheow Lan
- Hiking in the national park
- Swimming in Lake Cheow Lan
Landmarks/POIs Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Restaurant Lake Cheow Lan - Day 11
Khao Sok to Ko Samui
Take a ferry to Ko Samui Island and head to Chaweng Beach to catch the sunset. From there, hit the night market and eat as much street food as you can handle, then find a popular beach bar for the evening. You'll dance and celebrate everything you've done so far.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Koh Samui
Optional Activities
- Visit Chaweng Beach at sunset
- Street food at night market
- Beach bar nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Chaweng Beach - Day 12
Ang Thong National Marine Park
You'll take a day trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park, a protected area with over 40 islands and great views that are perfect for photos. Spend your time spotting marine life, hiking on foot, or snorkeling underwater. Give yourself the whole day because there's a lot to take in here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Angthong National Marine Park Visit
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling
- Island exploration on foot
Landmarks/POIs Ang Thong National Marine Park - Day 13
Border Crossing
Today's a travel day that'll take most of your time. Ferry back to the mainland, then travel by private vehicle across the border into Malaysia heading toward George Town in Penang. It's a long stretch, but you'll get there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Thailand - Malaysia)
Landmarks/POIs George Town - Day 14
George Town, Penang
Walk around George Town and check out the colorful street art scattered throughout the city. The murals and painted works make for good photos, and exploring the busy streets gives you a real feel for the place.
Optional Activities
- Indian Street Visit
- Penang Hill Visit
- Clan Jetties Excursion
- Penang Peranakan Museum Visit
- Kek Lok Si Temple Visit
- Khoo Kongsi Visit
Landmarks/POIs George Town - Day 15
Island Homestay
Stay at a homestay on an island in the middle of a lake and learn how to properly tie a sarong from the local family. Spend the evening relaxing and taking in the scenery while connecting with the people who live there and run the place.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Chenderoh Lake Homestay
Landmarks/POIs Chenderoh Lake - Day 16
Cameron Highlands
You'll head to the Cameron Highlands where it's a bit cooler than the lowlands. Walk the marked trails through the tropical forest, visit one of the tea plantations, or go looking for the rafflesia, which is the world's largest flower.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation With CEO
Optional Activities
- Explore tropical forest trails
- Visit a tea plantation
- Search for rafflesia flower
- Rainforest Expedition
Landmarks/POIs Cameron Highlands - Day 17
Kuala Lumpur
Explore Kuala Lumpur on your own and walk around to see what the city has to offer. Don't miss trying nasi lemak, Malaysia's national dish made with coconut milk and pandan leaf. When the sun sets, head to Petronas Towers to see them lit up at night, then check out the local bars and clubs.
Optional Activities
- Visit Petronas Towers
- Explore rooftop bars
- Visit night market
- Islamic Arts Museum Visit
- Orang Asli Museum Visit
- Menara KL Tower
Landmarks/POIs Petronas Towers - Day 18
Kuala Lumpur
You've got a full day in Kuala Lumpur. Head out of the city to see the famous Batu Caves or visit the Orang Asli Museum. Later, go to rooftop bars for drinks and dancing, or check out the night market built back in 1928 as a fresh market for locals and updated in the 1980s as a handicraft outlet. You'll find flavors you didn't know existed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Batu Caves
- Visit Orang Asli Museum
- Rooftop bars for drinks and dancing
- Night market exploration
Landmarks/POIs Batu Caves Orang Asli Museum - Day 19
Melaka
Travel to Melaka and take a boat tour through the canals to see the historic port town from the water. Stop for famous chicken rice at Kedai Kopi Chung Wah in Chinatown where people line up for hours. Walk the narrow streets of Jonker Walk lined with Peranakan shophouses serving traditional Nyonya cuisine. You can also explore temples, churches, mosques, museums, and forts.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Canal boat tour
- Eat chicken rice at Kedai Kopi Chung Wah
- Chinatown exploration
- Temple visits
- Church visits
- Mosque visits
- Museum visits
- Fort exploration
- Melaka Boat Tour
Landmarks/POIs Melaka Chinatown (Jonker Walk) - Day 20
Border Crossing
Head to Singapore today where you'll have free time to see the famous skyline by boat or eat so much street food you can barely move. Wander the old streets of Little India and Chinatown to get a sense of the city-state's history and different communities.
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Malaysia - Singapore)
Optional Activities
- Boat tour of famous skyline
- Street food exploration
- Visit Little India
- Explore Chinatown
- Boat Quay Harbour Tour
Landmarks/POIs Little India Chinatown - Day 21
Departure
It's time to say goodbye to your group of new friends. Grab some final photos together, share some last cheers, and then head on to your next adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Departure Day
