THAILAND TOUR 12 DAYS IN THAILAND

This circuit discovered 12 days to discover the wonders of the major "Land of Smiles". Besides the city of Bangkok and its surroundings, visit the National Park Eawan with 7 waterfalls, the famous River Kwai, Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, listed by UNESCO as a site part of World Heritage. You will pass by the legendary Golden Triangle and admire the landscapes of the northern mountains. All this without forgetting meetings with local people and experience their cultures and traditions.


Day 1: Bangkok
Arrival in Bangkok in the morning. Welcome by the guide exit number 4 from the airport (same level as your arrival). Transfer to your hotel. Guaranteed change of scenery during the day that will take you to the Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaew) and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the protector of the city. Visit Wat Pho with its Reclining Buddha and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). Boat ride on the Thonburi Klongs. Evening dinner at La Table De Tee (www.latabledetee.com) , renowned restaurant, Thai fusion cuisine. or dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River (http://www.thaicruise.com/)

Hôtels Bangkok:   
    
Silom Serene – Deluxe Room – www.silomserene.com
« A small charming boutique hotel with a great location not far from Patpong »
Option 1

Furama Silom  - Superior Room + - http://www.furama.com/silom/
« 4 stars. Large rooms, excellent service and good location»
Option 2
    
Le Méridien Bangkok –Vista Room - http://www.starwoodhotels.com
« A 5 Star luxury at the head of the district of Silom and exiting business. A few meters from Ptpong night market»
Option 3

Day 2: Dammoen Saduak-Kanchanaburi
Departure for Dammoen Saduak floating market rich in color (about 90 km from Bangkok), en route visit the House Coconerie. Continue to Kanchanaburi and visit the impressive military cemetery dating from World War II to the famous Bridge on the River Kwai. Visit the Museum JEATH. Overnight at your hotel.

Hôtel River Kwai:   
    
Hintok River Camp
http://www.hintokrivercamp.com/
 « An ecological hotel. You will sleep in tents room » 
Option 1
    
Resotel River Kwai – Chalet Standart
http://www.riverkwairesotel.net
 « The River Kwai Resotel is nestled on the banks of the legendary rivier kwai, surrounded by high mountains and beautiful cliffs. It is reached by boat»
Option 2 et 3


Day 3: Erawan - Nakhom Pathom - Ayutthaya
Visit Visit Erawan National Park, drive to the city of Nakhon Pathom dating from 150 BC It is here that Buddhism was introduced in the country visit the PHRA PATHOM CHEDI that lack of impressed by its imposing mass. This is one of the largest pagodas in Thailand and the world with its 12.043 meters and 23.475 meters in width at the base. In the late afternoon, drive to Ayutthaya, second historic capital of the country, the city of 33 kings, whose ruins lie 15 km ² and has become a well-organized archaeological park. Transfer to the hotel. In the evening visit the night market where you can eat in good restaurants typical Thai.

Hotel Ayutthaya:   
    
Kantary Hotel – Studio Room
http://www.kantarycollection.com/kantaryhotel-ayutthaya
« Style room studio apartment, modern decor and quality service, our favorite has heart Ayutthaya»
Option 1, 2, 3

Day 4: Ayutthaya, Sukhothai
Morning departure to Bang Pa In, summer palace of the King, continued to Ayutthaya, second historic capital of the country, the city of 33 kings, whose ruins lie 15 km ² and has become a well-organized archaeological park. Continue to Lopburi, the city of monkeys: they are respected and left free around the ruins of a Khmer temple. Arrival in Sukhothai, at your hotel. Evening free.

Hotels Sukhothai:   
    
Le Legendha – Deluxe Room
http://www.legendhasukhothai.com/
« The hotel is among the oldest temples in just minutes from the Sukhothai Historical Park»
Option 1
    
Sukhothai Heritage Resort – Deluxe Room
http://www.sukhothaiheritage.com/ 
« 5-star rated 1 on Tripadvisor»
Option 2 et 3

Day 5: Sukhothai - Chiang Rai
Morning visit of the National Archeological Park of Sukothai, the oldest capital of Siam (AD 1250-1350) which contains UNESCO-sponsored essential elements of Thailand’s cultural heritage. Among the sites visited will be the temples of Mahathat, Sa Si, Sri Sawai and Si Chum. On to the North. Visit of pinapple fields and stop at Payao lake. Depart for Chiang Rai and transfer to you Hotel. Evening Free.

Hotels Chiang Rai:   
    
Wiang Inn – Deluxe Room
http://www.wianginn.com/
« A modern luxury hotel, located in Chiang Rai. Ideal as a base for sightseeing»
Option 1
    
The Legend – Superior Studio – http://www.thelegend-chiangrai.com
« A boutique hotel comfortable, conveniently located near tourist activities in the city»
Option 2 and option 3

Day 6: Chiang Rai - Golden Triangle - Mae Sai
Depart for Mae Sai, on the Burmese border and visit of the Golden Triangle, which is a strategic area from which you will gaze at a unique landscape shared between Thailand, Burma and Laos. Visit of Opium museum and of the Buddha watching the border. Visit of tribal villages and hot water springs. Free evening.

Hotels Golden Triangle :   
Imperial Golden Triangle – Superior Room http://www.imperialhotels.com/imperialgoldentriangle
« You will surely appreciate the only hotel in the world with a direct view of the famous golden triangle»
Option 1
    
The Phu Chaisai – Deluxe Room
http://www.phu-chaisai.com/
« The hotel is fully dedicated to the welfare of the client and this in a unique setting» Option 2 et 3


Day 7: Mae Sai - Mai Salong - Chiang Mai
Morning drive to Chiang Mai via the tea route. On the way, visit tribes and Doi Mae Salong, Chinese mountain village with its typical houses, reminiscent of a town or village in Yunnan. Signs are in Chinese and older people do not speak another language. Yet it is not in China, we are in Thailand! On the way visit orangery. Transfer to your hotel. In the evening dinner show of traditional dances.

Hôtels Chiang Mai:

The  Park – Superior Room – http://www.empresshotels.com
« Unrivaled value for money »
Option 1

Bodhi Serene – Deluxe Room
http://boutique-hotel-chiangmai.com/
« Establishment Charming wedding tradition and modernity. Nice location in old town»
Option 2
    
Ratilanna Resort – Deluxe Room
http://www.ratilannachiangmai.com/
« A beautiful boutique hotel, full of luxury and charm »
Option 3

Day 8: Chiang Mai - Safari
Morning departure for the Safari ride an elephant, then carts drawn by oxen, finally rafting. Visit the orchid farm. Transfer to your hotel.







Day 9: Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep and Crafts
Tour to Doï Suthep, situated at an altitude of 1000 meters, from which you will enjoy a spectacular view of the countryside around Chiang Mai underneath. 290 steps will lead you to the monastery. During your visit of the local handicraft industries you will discover the age-old techniques for hand-painting paper umbrellas and manufacturing silk, silverware and lacquer ware. Transfer to your hotel.



Day 10: Chiang Mai - Free Day / Trekking (optional)
Free day for shopping or walking.

Day 11: Chiang Mai - Free Day / Trekking (optional)
16.00 departure to Bangkok sleeper train

Day 12: Bangkok
Arrival in Bangkok, free day. Transfer to Bangkok for your international fight