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Thailand Experience central to south – 8 days

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Duration

8 days 9 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

Thailand

Overview

You will have a week to discover the central region of Thailand, start in Bangkok and end in Ko Pha Ngan! You have a 8 days tour package taking you discover the best parts of Thailand on our eight-day Thailand Experience tour. This group adventure is the ideal way to make the most of your first week in Thailand. All the worries you may have at the beginning of your travels will be taken care of by us. You’ll be greeted at the airport by one of our awesome group leaders who will introduce you to the rest of the group, and be with you all week to ensure you have an amazing and trouble-free trip! We take care of all accommodation, transport, and activities so you can just relax and enjoy the experience of a lifetime!

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Highlights

  • Spot temples as you drift along the Chao Phraya River
  • Spend a night in floating bungalows deep in the rainforest
  • Gather around the campfire and swap stories with friends
  • Swim, sunbathe and unwind on heavenly Bottle Beach
  • Find the best snorkel spots and hit the top beach bars

Itinerary

Day 1: Bangkok arrival
Day 1: Bangkok arrival

Arrival at Bangkok’s airport and you will be welcomed by Asiatica’s tour guide. Transfer to city center and check-in at the hotel. You will have free time in the rest of the day to discover the city. Overnight at hotel

Day 2: Temples & River Cruise
Day 2: Temples & River Cruise

See Thailand’s capital city by tuk tuk, visiting two prestigious temples – Wat Arun and Wat Pho, to see the very impressive giant & gold reclining Buddha statue. We’ll also see the city from the water as we travel by longtail boat along the Chao Phraya River. Enjoy the afternoon at your own pace. Explore, eat, or even try some bartering at one of the many street vendors that can be found throughout the city. You can sometimes get as much as 50% off the original price if you’re willing to haggle! Meet with the rest of the group in the evening for dinner and no doubt, drinks on Khao San Rd. Buckets anyone?

Day 3: Massage & Overnight Train

Enjoy a Thai massage in the morning, before boarding a sleeper train for the night, a truly authentic Thai experience. You’ll get your very own berth on the train, and it’s a great place to get to know the rest of your group a little better. We travel south, out of Bangkok, towards Khao Sok National Park – situated in the Surat Thani province of Thailand. Watching the scenery change from a sprawling cityscape to countryside dotted throughout by limestone mountains is definitely something you won’t forget in a hurry

Transport:
- Overnight Train (beds) 09:00 - 11:00 Hr(s)

Day 4: Khao Sok National Park (1L, 1D)
Day 4: Khao Sok National Park (1L, 1D)

Head via longtail boat, into Khao Sok National Park to our floating bungalows, stopping for a quick dip along the way at a couple of Instagram-worthy locations. Try your hand at some kayaking or chill with a cold beer in a tube in front of the absolutely stunning backdrop of the surrounding limestone mountain range. You’ll soon see why this place is, and always will be, a TruTravels favourite destination.

Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Longtail Boat

Included Activities:
- Kayaking, Swimming & Tubing

Day 5: Travel to Koh Phangan (1B)
Day 5: Travel to Koh Phangan (1B)

Wake up in your floating bungalow and why not take a quick dip in the freshwater lake before breakfast. After a relaxed morning, we make our way over to Koh Phangan; an island to the east. Once we get there, we go straight to a place called Bottle Beach, another one of our favourite locations! It’s beautiful, quiet, accessible only by boat, and to make it even better, we get the whole place pretty much to ourselves, staying in beach bungalows pretty much right on the water. Relax here for the rest of the day on the beach or in the bar. After dinner, we’ll all enjoy a bonfire on the beach, complete with a fire show.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Beach Activities

Day 6: Morning Chill & Muay Thai Lesson
Day 6: Morning Chill & Muay Thai Lesson

A nice chilled wake up to the sound of waves rolling in on the beach. You will have a free morning to make the most of your surroundings. You can go kayaking, play volleyball, top up the tan, trek to viewpoints or enjoy a lay in. We are picked up early afternoon and taken to a local gym, where you can try your hand at a bit of Muay Thai boxing, Thailand’s national sport. After, we head to our awesome accommodation where we will spend the final nights of the trip. It’s got a great bar, and atmosphere; an ideal location to spend the evening.

Included Activities:
- Muay Thai Lesson

Day 7: Island Boat Trip (1L, 1D)

Today we set sail on a cruise around the island. Stop at some of the best snorkelling spots the island has to offer, visit waterfalls (seasonal) and take in the amazing tropical island scenery. Does it get any better? Yes, it does! We’ll also throw in free food and a free bucket (+ paid bar on board) for the day. After a fun-filled day in the sun, we head back to our accommodation for a dip in the pool, before heading out in the evening for a night out to enjoy the island’s lively nightlife.

Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Boat Trip & Snorkelling

Day 8: Chilled Checkout

Check out is at 11am & our awesome staff are on hand to help you plan your next steps, whether it is continuing your adventure or heading back to Bangkok to catch a flight home, we will make sure you get to where you need to be.

Included Activities:
- Help With Onward Travel

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation: 7 nights accommodation
  • Guide: An experienced TruTravels Guide throughout the trip
  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
  • This tour offers Vegetarian and Vegan food options on request. Simply let TruTravels know the food option that you prefer. Jain, Halal and Kosher are not available for this tour.
  • Additional Services: Chao Phraya River Cruise, Wat Arun Temple visit, Wat Pho temple visit, Thai Massage, Overnight train, Floating Bungalows, Kayaking & tubing, Bottle Beach, Muay Thai Lesson, Koh Phangan Boat Trip, All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Transport: Airport Pick up (upto 2 days before start date)
  • All transport included
  • Flights: International flights are not included
  • Insurance: Insurance is not included
  • Optional: Other activities and services not included
  • Additional Services: No optional activities

Tour Length

1 - 2 weeks

Group Size

01 - 10
10 - 15
15 - 20

Tour Type

Mutil Tours

Tour's Location

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