Experience Thailand and its many wonders as we bring you up close and personal with traditional Thai culture, ancient temples and natural beauty. This is private overland journey through the north and central areas of Thailand, a region rich in cultural and natural attractions.

Your journey begins in Bangkok where you will visit colorful temples and bustling Chinatown, tour historic waterways and explore the beautiful ruins of Ayuthaya.

Heading north at a gentle pace you will find the charms of rural Thailand but very few tourists. Your adventure into the past continues in Sukhothai, the former kingdom filled with thousands of ancient temples and priceless Buddhist sculptures. You will visit tranquil rice fields and fascinating ruins, strolling along peaceful river banks while stopping at vibrant local markets.

Heading further into north Thailand we bring you to Chiang Mai, where ancient wonders coexist with modern Thai style. Explore the city's Lanna culture and history, visiting local villages, markets, museums and glorious old temples. Your experiential travel adventure continues with elephant trekking, bamboo rafting and visits to local markets and traditional villages before we bring you back to your Chiang Mai hotel.

A day of intrigue follows at the infamous Golden Triangle, where you'll learn about the region's opium trade and get a closer look at Laos and Burma during a river boat ride. Your Asia travel adventure continues near the Laotian border when we bring you to a Chinese nationalist outpost in an area formerly off-limits. Relax in a local village before climbing to a border peak that offers breathtaking views over Laos. Your journey ends with a visit to lovely Chiang Rai.

Thailand Overland - Tour Map

On arrival in Bangkok you will be welcomed by your tour guide and taken to your boutique hotel. We will bring you to Wat Po, one of the oldest temples in Bangkok and home to the original school of traditional Thai massage. Then you'll enjoy a relaxed tour of the nearby Grand Palace, with its many colorful halls, temples and artifacts including the most revered Buddha image in Thailand.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Today your Bangkok adventure begins with a walking tour of Chinatown, as you visit unique markets, Chinese temples and teashops. Travel through the city's famed canals and witness traditional Thai living before visiting the iconic Wat Arun. This afternoon, you're free to explore Bangkok's attractions at your own pace.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Drive to legendary Ayutthaya, the capital of Thailand for more than 417 years, stopping at a tranquil former summer palace built by King Rama IV en route. You'll visit Ayuthaya Historical Park's ruined temples and sample some local delights in the muslim quarter. Enjoy a pleasant riverside lunch before boarding a leisurely longtail boat ride to Bang Pa where you can explore the majestic Royal mansions.  Proceed to Uthai Thani in the afternoon. 

Overnight in Uthai Thani.

Head-up the mountain to visit Wat Sangklat Rattanakhiri, for the magnificant bird-eye view of Uthai Thani. We then head to see the Crystal and Golden Halls of Wat Tha Sung before continuing to Koh Tepo, a community famous for their incense stick making and local lifestyle.  Enjoy lunch onboard the rice barge cruise while slowly flat on the Sakraekrang River. This afternoon, drive to Phitsanuloke to visit Thailand's most famous Buddha image and folk museum.

Depart to Sukhothai in the late afternoon.

Sukhothai is a name meaning dawn of happiness, was founded in the 13th century and became the kingdom's first capital, overseeing a period kown as the golden age of Thai history. 

Visit Ramkamhaeng National museum before proceeding to Sukhothai Historical Park, see the main sites and some important ruins.

[Optional: Rice Planting Workshop and Organic Lunch

The sumptuous local organic lunch is served in traditional Thai style at the open Sala overlooking the rice fields. Visit the seasonal orchid greenhouse, and see the live demonstration of the ceramic making and textile weaving.

Then dress up in the distinctive indigo colored cotton Thai Farmer uniform and get the hands dirty in the organic rice farm transplanting rice seedlings, harvesting, or milling rice, there is also an opportunity to plough the paddies with water buffalo.

Price: THB 900 per person (minimum 2 person)

Note:  If clients would like take the indigo farmer uniform back home it will have additional charge. ]

A short drive north will bring you to the Si Satchanalai Historical Park on the bank of the Yom River. You'll enjoy a leisurely tour of this ancient town, where 134 ruined monuments have been discovered. After lunch you'll continue your overland adventure as we take you to check-in to your Chiang Mai hotel.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Spend this morning exploring Chiang Mai's sights and sounds as you visit ancient temples, markets, Thai style residential areas, unique architectural gems and bustling main street before heading to a local orphanage. This afternoon we will take you up the mountain to visit Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most famous and sacred temple in northern Thailand, as well as a traditional Hmong village.

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Enjoy a real Thailand experience today as we take you on an elephant ride though thick forests and visit a local elephant camp before heading to the Mae Ping River for a leisurely bamboo rafting ride. After lunch you'll visit a beautiful orchid nursery and a colorful butterfly farm.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Today you'll travel east by minivan to the lovely Mae Kampong village, which sits 1,300 meters above sea level and boasts a cool climate all year long. Upon arrival meet some of the villagers and learn more about Thai culture before visiting a local waterfall. After lunch and a short rest, you'll have a chance to enjoy the mountain scenery as we drive you to Chiang Rai.

Overnight in Chiang Rai.

After breakfast we'll bring you to bustling Mae Sai where you can check out an intriguing Burmese border market before heading to the infamous Golden Triangle. Find out about the area's sordid past at the Opium Museum then continue to the 13th century ruined city of Chiang Saen and the heart of the Golden Triangle. Your day of travel in Thailand ends with a boat ride along the Mekong River to get a closer look at Laos and Burma - experiential travel at its best.

Overnight in Chiang Rai.

This morning we'll take you for short tour of Chiang Rai to see the famous Wat Pra Kaew before saying bon voyage as we bring you to Chiang Rai airport for your flight to Bangkok or return to Chiang Mai by car.