Thailand has a lot to offer, and that's why we propose an unusual itinerary that takes you not only to the majestic and modern Bangkok, but also to some of the most traditional places in the north of the country: Chiang Rai, where the White Temple will leave you speechless and where you can reach the Golden Triangle by boat; Chiang Mai, the place where the jungle gives way to the temples most revered by the Thai people; Pai with its ethnic minorities, the Tham Lot caves and the legendary Mae Hong Son, home to the so-called giraffe women. And to top it all off, the magnificent beaches of Koh Samui, where you can experience the islanders' relaxed pace of life.
Northern Thailand with Mae Hong Son and Koh Samui
Thailand, 12 Days · Tour including beach holiday
Modernity, culture, tradition and nature on a unique journey to discover Thailand.
Exotic
Departure date:Departures from March 2025 till October 2025
Departures from:Dublin, Shannon, Donegal, Cork
Travel details
City of origin - Bangkok
Departure with destination Bangkok. Night on board.
Bangkok
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Departure in the afternoon to visit the "klongs", the Chao Phraya river channels in the traditional Long Tail Boat, where you can admire life unfolding along the banks of the river. We'll also stop at the Temple of the Dawn (officially called Wat Arun).
Bangkok
Includes:
Breakfast
Breakfast. In the morning, we'll head out to visit the famous Damnern Saduak, the floating market that's about an hour from Bangkok. On the way, we'll visit the Mae Klong Market, known as “the train market” as it runs through the railway track. When trains pass, the vendors gather up their stalls and merchandise for a few minutes. On arrival at the lively and colourful floating market, you'll see dozens of boats with fruit, vegetables, and other produce being sold from boat to boat. Return to Bangkok, where we'll visit the Royal Palace, symbol of the nation and the most glorified monument in the country. Inside we visit the Wat Phra Kaeow, which houses the Emerald Buddha, the Golden Chedi, the Royal Pantheon, and the Eight Towers of colours. Photos are only allowed outside the temples, and it is required to wear clothes that cover the shoulders and knees, and to enter the temples without shoes. Return to the hotel and rest of the day free.
Bangkok - Chiang Rai
Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast and airport transfer for your flight to Chiang Rai. On arrival transfer to the hotel where lunch is included. Visit one of the most important temples in the city, Wat Phra Kaew, where the Emerald Buddha was found in 1434 and can now be seen in the Royal Palace in Bangkok. Return journey to the hotel and overnight stay.
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. Departure to Chiang Saen to board motorboats and visit the Khong River, which marks the border between Thailand and Laos. We arrive at the famous Golden Triangle (the point where three countries, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, meet). Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Chiang Rai to visit the famous Wat Rong Khun, known as the White Temple. Departure to Chiang Mai via Doi Sakhet. Visit to the Wat Pra That Doi Suthep temple in the evening to enjoy the atmosphere of the temple at sunset, with the possibility to listen to the evening chanting of the Buddhist monks. Transfer service to the hotel and overnight stay.
Chiang Mai
Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel. Next up is a visit to the ethnic village of the famous long-necked women of the Padaung ethnic group. Then it's on to Wiang Kum Kam, an ancient city in Saraphi district which, according to legend, was built by King Mangrai in the late 13th century. IOnce the capital until repeated flooding led to the construction of a new capital city, Chiang Mai. We then return to Chiang Mai. Lunch at a typical restaurant. Visit to the centre of Chiang Mai by cyclo, visiting Wat Chedi Luang (Royal Stupa Temple) and Wat Phra Sing (Temple of the Lion Buddha, represented only in three specific areas of Thailand: Chiang Mai, Nakon Pathome and Nakon Sri Tammaraj). Lastly, a visit to the local handicraft factories. Return to hotel. Accommodation.
Chiang Mai - Mae Hong Son
Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. Early morning departure to Mae Hong Son through a magnificent mountain and forest scenery. On the way, you'll visit the town of Pai and the caves of Tham Lot. Lunch at a local restaurant. Next up is a visit to some ethnic minorities in the Pai area. Arrival in Mae Hong Son late in the afternoon. Overnight stay.
Mae Hong Son - Chiang Mai
Includes:
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast. After a visit to the main temples of Mae Hong Son (Wat Chong Kham, Wat Chong Klange, Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu), return to Chiang Mai by car in the late afternoon. Lunch at a local restaurant. Rest of the afternoon free. Overnight stay.
Chiang Mai - Ko Samui
Includes:
Breakfast
Breakfast. Free time until your airport transfer. Flight from Chiang Mai to Ko Samui. Arrival and transfer from the airport to the selected hotel in Ko Samui. Free time. Overnight stay.
Ko Samui
Free day. Overnight stay.
Ko Samui
Free day. Overnight stay.
Ko Samui - City of origin
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport. Flight with destination the city of origin. Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
Return flight.
Internal flights.
Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
Transfers according to the itinerary.
Transport in air-conditioned vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.
Diet: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches.
Flight from Chiang Mai to Ko Samui.
Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Ko Samui.
Stay in selected hotel in Ko Samui.
Selected meal plan in Ko Samui.
Transfer from the hotel in Ko Samui to the airport.
Your trip doesn't include
Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Thailand are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- The baggage allowance on domestic flights of most airlines in India is usually 15 kg per person, so lower than on international flights. Please take account of this when packing your bags.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Thailand.
- The law in Thailand only allows entry into the country with one carton of tobacco per person.
- Depending on the return flight, the trip may be one day longer.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Many hotels in Thailand offer special touches for travellers on their honeymoon. If this is your case and you've decided to put the most important journey of your life in our hands, then you're in luck. Let us know that it's your honeymoon when you book and don't forget to take documentation proving your recent marriage (certificate or original invitation) along with your travel documents. This is because the hotels offering these special touches will ask to see it.
- Triple rooms in Asia are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.