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Trip Rating:

Moderate – For those wanting a bit more of a challenge

Group size: 1-12 persons, no minimum number, and a maximum of 12 participants.

Itinerary:

Now then, are you looking for something really different? How about exploring Bangkok away for the tourist hordes, trekking through the hills of Northern Thailand and experience the jungle life style? All this with still plenty of free time to do your own thing

8 Day version

Day 1-2 Bangkok

Welcome to Bangkok! Today is free as group members will arrive individually. We will though provide you with some useful tips for exploring the area until it is time for the group meeting in the evening where we would like you to give your local leader an idea of some of the things you would like to see and do on your tour.

 On the second day is a tour on foot to experience a different side of bustling Bangkok. Your local leader's aim will be to make sure that you see as much as possible of the everyday life of Bangkok and its people. What better way to do that than to combine your walk with as many different modes of public transport as possible. Boat, bus and Skytrain. Stops on the tour will normally include a couple of interesting Buddhist, Chinese or Hindu temples, a flower market, Chinatown and Little India. Don't forget that no entrance fee is included as the visiting place can be very much varied, depends on group interest. In the evening you will board the train for the overnight journey to Surat Thani, with second-class air-conditioned sleeping berths provided.

Days 3 Chiang Mai

After settling yourself into your cozy hotel in town you leader will take you on a walking tour around the old city to see charming temples, the local Warorot Market to practice your shopping skills, and perhaps, visit a meditation temple. So many things to do here, something for everybody; spectacular temples, the gastronomic delights offered by the local food vendors and fantastic shopping.

Days 4-6 Adventurous Trek

Time to set off on an exciting 3-day trek through the hills and forests, a highlight of your tour. You will not find the trekking too strenuous as long as you are reasonably fit as it will be a good mix of walking, meeting people of very different cultures and ways of life, elephant-back riding and an exhilarating bamboo-raft trip.

Day 7 Chiang Mai

A full day's break after the hard work in the jungle. However those who are still energetic enough can take more options, such as a short Thai cooking, a visit to Doi Suthep or just enjoy more shopping at the night bazaar. Alternatively, relax with a traditional Thai massage. Your leader will be ready to give you help and advice.

In the evening board the overnight train to Ayudhaya with comfortable second-class air-conditioned sleeping berths.

Day 8 Bangkok
On arrival at your hotel those who not in a hurry to leave Bangkok can perhaps
join a walking tour to see a different side of the bustling city and then,
if you wish, a farewell dinner together before each leaves for their next
destination .

6 Day version

Days 1 Chiang Mai

After settling yourself into your cozy hotel in town you leader will take you on a walking tour around the old city to see charming temples, the local Warorot Market to practice your shopping skills, and perhaps, visit a meditation temple. So many things to do here, something for everybody; spectacular temples, the gastronomic delights offered by the local food vendors and fantastic shopping.

Days 2-4 Adventurous Trek

Time to set off on an exciting 3-day trek through the hills and forests, a highlight of your tour. You will not find the trekking too strenuous as long as you are reasonably fit as it will be a good mix of walking, meeting people of very different cultures and ways of life, elephant-back riding and an exhilarating bamboo-raft trip.

Day 5 Chiang Mai

A full day's break after the hard work in the jungle. However those who are still energetic enough can take more options, such as a short Thai cooking, a visit to Doi Suthep or just enjoy more shopping at the night bazaar. Alternatively, relax with a traditional Thai massage. Your leader will be ready to give you help and advice.

In the evening board the overnight train to Ayudhaya with comfortable second-class air-conditioned sleeping berths.

Day 6 Bangkok

On arrival at your hotel those who not in a hurry to leave Bangkok can perhaps join a walking tour to see a different side of the bustling city and then, if you wish, a farewell dinner together before each leaves for their next destination .

Remark:

·         We reserve the right to adjust the program without prior notice, due to local conditions. However same concept will be well maintained.

Services included in the price:

·         Transfers by public transportations.  Non air-conditioned transportation will be used in remote areas.

·         Hotel accommodation throughout the tour is budget/tourist class hostels based on 2, 3 or multi share style.

·         Sleeping facilities during trekking consist of mat on the floor and sheet. Rucksack and water canteen and lifejacket are provided.

·         Full board (start and end with lunch during day 6-8) will be provided during trekking (boiled drinking water included).

·         Trekking Park entrance fee

·         2nd class air-conditioned train with sleeper between Bangkok -  Chiang Mai – Bangkok

·         Service of local English-speaking guide.

Services not included in the price:

·         Drinks & meals not mentioned in the above itinerary (No meals included except while trekking).

·         Transportation cost incurred while doing excursion at own preferences.

·         Admission fees (except park entrance fee for trekking).

·         Sleeping bag

·         Tips for guide & drivers.

·         Personal expenses.