The Best Highlights of Thailand: From Bangkok to Koh Samui 11-Day

Welcome to our 11-day tour package which will take you on an unforgettable journey through Thailand's most captivating destinations. This tour is carefully crafted to offer you a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

Your adventure begins with your arrival in the bustling city of Bangkok, where you'll explore the city's famous temples and landmarks, including the Royal Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha. You'll also have the chance to experience the unique atmosphere of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

The next leg of your journey takes you to Chiang Mai, a charming city in northern Thailand, where you'll discover the stunning Doi Suthep temple and enjoy a traditional Khantoke dinner. The highlight of your time in Chiang Mai will be the Mae Tang trekking experience, where you'll spend a full day exploring the lush jungle, with a half-day spent caring for gentle elephants.

After immersing yourself in Chiang Mai's rich culture and nature, you'll journey to Chiang Rai and explore the famous Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet. You'll then fly back to Bangkok and travel to the tropical paradise of Koh Samui.

Your time in Koh Samui will be spent experiencing the best of the island's natural beauty, including kayaking and snorkeling in the stunning Angthong Marine Park. You'll also have the opportunity to get up close and personal with majestic elephants at an Elephant Spa and Safari, and learn how to cook authentic Thai dishes.

As your journey draws to a close, you'll have the chance to unwind and relax on the pristine beaches of Madsum Island before departing from Koh Samui. This 11-day tour package offers a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation, providing you with an unforgettable experience of Thailand's diverse beauty.

1. Explore Bangkok's Temples & Grand Palace: Visit Bangkok's iconic temples and the stunning Grand Palace complex, home to the revered Emerald Buddha.
2. Experience Authentic Floating Market: Enjoy a half-day tour to the lively Damnoensaduak Floating Market, where you can witness the traditional way of Thai commerce.
3. Discover Chiang Mai's Culture and Cuisine: Experience the cultural highlights of Chiang Mai, including the stunning Doi Suthep temple and a Khantoke dinner while enjoying traditional dance performances.
4. Trek through the Mae Tang Valley: Embark on a full-day trek through the beautiful Mae Tang Valley, which includes a half-day spent at a sanctuary caring for elephants.
5. Visit the Golden Triangle of Chiang Rai: Experience the beautiful landscapes and fascinating culture of Chiang Rai's Golden Triangle, a region where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet.
6. Relax on the beautiful beaches of Koh Samui: Relax on the beautiful beaches of Koh Samui and enjoy exciting outdoor activities, including kayaking and snorkeling at Angthong Marine Park, an elephant spa and safari tour, and a visit to the picturesque Madsum Island by Heaven Boat.

Today, you will arrive at Bangkok International Airport. Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi airport, you will be greeted by our team and transferred to your hotel for check-in. You will have some free time to relax and explore the city at your leisure. You will spend the night in Bangkok. The airport pickup is included in your arrangements.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of Bangkok's most famous temples. Your first stop will be at Wat Traimit, also known as the Temple of the Golden Buddha. This temple is renowned for its impressive five-and-a-half-ton solid gold image that is over 900 years old. You will then visit Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of the Dawn. This iconic landmark is one of the most well-known temples in Bangkok and offers a stunning view of the city.

Next, you will visit Wat Po, which is the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok. This temple is famous for its Reclining Buddha (Phra Buddhasaiyas), the largest single Buddha image in Thailand, and is also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. After this visit, you will have free time for lunch on your own.

After lunch, your tour will continue to the Royal Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha, two of the most famous tourist attractions in Bangkok. The Grand Palace is adjacent to Wat Phra Kaew, and together they form a common compound. The Grand Palace features European-inspired designs, with the exception of the roofs, which maintain a distinctly Thai style. After this visit, you will return to your hotel for some free time to relax and explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Bangkok.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

Early this morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to one of Thailand's most popular floating markets, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Here, you will have the opportunity to take a boat tour and observe the local lifestyle along the small canals. You will also visit a coconut farm and sample some fresh coconut juice. In addition, you will find a variety of seasonal fruits, such as rambutan, mangoes, and papaya.

After the floating market visit, you will return to your hotel and have the rest of the afternoon free to relax, explore the city, or go shopping. Overnight in Bangkok.

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Accommodation Options:

Marvin Suites Hotel - 3-star or similar

Nouvo City Hotel - 4-star or similar

Valia Hotel Bangkok - 5-star or similar

Today, you will take a flight to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel. After settling in, you will visit Doi Suthep Temple, one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai, known as Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. This temple is located on a hilltop in northern Thai style and contains a holy relic of Lord Buddha. You will also enjoy a panoramic view of the entire city from the temple.

After the temple visit, you will return to your hotel and have free time to relax. In the evening, you will enjoy a famous dinner known as "Khantoke Dinner" or northern welcome dinner, which includes hill tribe dancing. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

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Accommodation Options:

White Boutique Hotel - 3-star or similar

The Rise Suites- SHA Extra Plus - 4-star or similar

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort - 5-star or similar

Upon pickup from your hotel, we will travel north to the Mae Tang area with a brief stop at the local market in Mae Malai. We will then proceed to a small riverside elephant camp where the elephants spend their time socializing with the few trekkers brought here and roaming to the river. At the camp, you will spend around 2 hours with the elephants and participate in their morning bath (bring a swimsuit!) and learn how to care for these lovely animals. Additionally, you will learn how to make traditional elephant medicine from natural ingredients and how to make a natural elephant scrubber from forest vines. Following the elephant camp, we will enjoy lunch before embarking on a trek through lush forest to a jungle waterfall where you can shower under the cooling cascade of water. We will then trek out of the jungle to the rafting camp where we will board the white water rafting boats for a 5km paddle down the Mae Tang River. In the wet season, this stretch of water can have some big rapids! After white water rafting, we will transfer to waiting transportation and be driven back to Chiang Mai where we will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

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Accommodation Options:

White Boutique Hotel - 3-star or similar

The Rise Suites- SHA Extra Plus - 4-star or similar

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort - 5-star or similar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Mae Sai Border, which is one of the biggest border markets in Thailand and located on the Thai-Myanmar border. Here, you will have the opportunity to see and purchase various products such as local foods, clothes, jewelry, silverware, and stones. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will continue to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet, and is also connected to China by boat. In the past, this route was used by the Chinese for delivering opium to Siam country before spreading to other areas. You will then visit the Opium House, which is located nearby, and learn about opium routing, history, galleries, and accessories. After that, you will return to the hotel and have free time at your leisure. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

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Accommodation Options:

White Boutique Hotel - 3-star or similar

The Rise Suites- SHA Extra Plus - 4-star or similar

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort - 5-star or similar

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will have some free time to enjoy the facilities and explore the area on your own. Later in the day, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Koh Samui. Upon arrival, you will be met and greeted by our representative who will escort you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the island. Overnight in Koh Samui.

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Accommodation Options:

Chaweng Villawee Hotel - 3-star or similar

Coral Cliff Beach Resort Samui - 4-star or similar

Mantra Samui Resort - 5-star or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to Lomprayah pier. You will then check in and receive equipment for your morning excursion, which includes tea, coffee, and hot chocolate. The tour will depart for the Marine Park, where you can enjoy snorkeling at Koh Wao (Wao Island) and hike to the viewpoint to see the emerald lake and all marine park views. Lunch will be served at Wan Ta Lab Island (Marine Park Headquarter). After lunch, you can choose to kayak around the island, hike to the top of Wua Ta Lap Island, or simply relax and sunbathe on the beach until it is time to return to Samui Island and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Koh Samui.

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Accommodation Options:

Chaweng Villawee Hotel - 3-star or similar

Coral Cliff Beach Resort Samui - 4-star or similar

Mantra Samui Resort - 5-star or similar

Having breakfast at the hotel.

If you are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Koh Samui Elephant Spa and Safari Tour with Cooking Class is perfect for you. This tour will take you to discover all the beauty that the island of Koh Samui and Thailand have to offer in an eco-friendly way. The itinerary for the day is as follows:

08:00-09:00 - We will pick you up in an open off-road jeep at your specified accommodation.

First, we will head to our Elephant Spa Camp, where you will:

Meet the Mahout (Elephant trainer)

Have an introduction and learn about our elephants and their daily life

Prepare and feed the elephants lunch

Have fun playing in the Mud Spa with the elephants

Take a refreshing bath with the elephants

After the Elephant Spa Camp, it's time for the Thai Cooking Class "Pad Thai". Learn how to cook this famous dish from the beginning and enjoy traditional Thai food.

Finally, we will go off-road up the mountain to the highest viewpoint for a breathtaking view of the island.

End the program and transfer back to the hotel. Check-in and stay overnight in Koh Samui.

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Accommodation Options:

Chaweng Villawee Hotel - 3-star or similar

Coral Cliff Beach Resort Samui - 4-star or similar

Mantra Samui Resort - 5-star or similar

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a unique experience on the Heaven Boat, a new and beautifully designed platform boat with two levels for guests. The boat features sun decks, sun beds, bean chairs, and a well-equipped bar with a powerful sound system. The experienced team includes a professional chef, bartender, and a captain with over 30 years of experience. Our resident DJs will play a variety of music to create a relaxed atmosphere while guests enjoy the beautiful seascape. The Heaven Bar is built with precision and creativity to offer guests an experience like no other.

Itinerary:

09:00 - 10:00 Pick up from hotel

10:00 - 10:30 Check-in at the pier

10:30 - 16:00 Enjoy the Heaven Trip

16:00 - 17:00 Transfer back to the hotel for check-in and overnight stay in Koh Samui.

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Accommodation Options:

Chaweng Villawee Hotel - 3-star or similar

Coral Cliff Beach Resort Samui - 4-star or similar

Mantra Samui Resort - 5-star or similar

Breakfast at hotel, then free at leisure till time transfer to Samui airport flight back to Bangkok and connecting to your next flight. Good bye and see you in the next adventures with Legend Travel Group!

Airport transfer includes.

Notes:

Flight from Koh Samui back to Bangkok will be landing around 11:00 am to 13:00 pm. Your next flight`s departure should be after 16:00 pm is perfect schedule!

However, if you have early flight, we will have the alternative plan that you will fly back to Bangkok in the late evening on Day 10 & stay overnight in Bangkok before taking the early flight on the Day 11.