Thailand Beauty 17 Days 16 Nights

Today, we will take the whole day to explore Bangkok – the city of golden temples.
The first destination is the Grand Palace. This huge architecture complex is over 2 sq. kilometers, including 3 main sites: Royal Palace, Royal Office and pagodas (Wat) built in 1770s. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is no longer home of Thailand Royal, most of national significant events takes place there.
Wat Phra Kaew is the most out-standing architecture in complex, built in 1785 when King Rama I moved the capital to Bangkok. The pagoda is famous not only for its beauty of unique Thailand Buddhism architecture but also for the sacred jade Buddha statue.
Nearby Grand Palace is Wat Pho – the oldest and biggest pagoda in Bangkok with more than 1000 Buddha statues and the huge one sit-back Buddha in gold. This pagoda is also famous for being a birthplace of traditional Thai massage, since there is a traditional medicine school established in 1982, educating the arts of Thai massage.
Afterwards, we visit Wat Traimit – the temple famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue represents for prosperity and purity, as well as strength and power. The Golden Statue was defined to be built in Sukhothai period, the 13-15th century – one of the most famous periods of Thai Buddhism architecture
After having lunch on your own, ưe will board on a boat to pay a visit along the Chao Phraya River, watching the life of local people close by.
On route, we stop at Wat Arun, known as the most beautiful pagoda in Bangkok not only for its location on the Chao Phraya’s riverbank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. The pagoda was decorated with glass pieces and Chinese ceramic, in a complicated style.
Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast

Having a breakfast and today we will pay a visit to some sites of Ayutthaya Historical Park, situated in the old city of Ayutthaya. Being a ruin with many temples which characterize this handicraft type of architecture built with red bricks, the park was recognized as World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Wat Phu Khao Thong is a massive pagoda towering in the middle of paddy fields. There is a high golden plated chedi on the top, which makes the pagoda outstanding.
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet was the most important temple of Ayutthaya with 3 towers standing high together in Ceylonese style.
Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit iis the pagoda in which the bronze Buddha statue in the attitude of subduing Mara is situated. This is one of the biggest Buddha statues in Thailand.
Wat Lokaya Sutha is considered as the sacred place for pilgrims since it’s famous for the reclining Buddha statue. It is also the most important relics in most of those in Wat Lokaya Sutha.
Last stop, we visit the Royal Summer Palace in Bang Pa-in district. Situated about 60 km northern away from Bangkok, this palace is called Royal Summer Palace since it is a favorite resort of royal. Being a favorite resort of royal, the Royal Summer palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles.
Heading back to Bangkok. The rest time of day is on your own.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast

The morning will be on your own to go to shopping or explore Bangkok by yourself.
In the afternoon, we transfer to the airport, taking a flight to Chiang Rai. Checking-in the hotel in Chiang Rai and then you are free.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast 
 

After breakfast, Start at White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), a stunning white temple designed by national artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. Continue to Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), known for its striking blue tones created by one of Chalermchai’s disciples. 
We then drive to Baan Dam (Black House) the proud work of Thawan Duchanee, a Chiang Rai born Thai artist who has developed a own style of work representing the darkness in humanity. With lots of red and black hues, skins, skulls and various other animal parts made into artwork.
After lunch on your own we will take on our boat cruise on Mae Kok river from Chiang Rai to Karen village. Transfer back to Chiang Rai. Overnight in Chiang Rai.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast

 In the moring, after breakfast, our driver and guide will meet you at your hotel.
Drive up to Doi Mae Salong, on the way stops at Akha Hill tribe Village, the most beautiful women’s head wares, decorated with assorted coins, shells, beats feathers and animals. Also visit to Yao Hill tribe Village who originate in southern China, and their houses built usually of wooden planks on a dirt road.
Continue to Santi Kiri Village (Yunan Chinese Comities), with its Tea Plantations and also co-op store where homemade wines, medical herbs and other locally grown products are sold. They are ethnic Chinese, descendents of KMT Nationalist Chinese army regiment that took refuge in Thailand almost 50 years ago
Continue to visit the Golden Triangle where the borders of three countries; Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar are met. See the Golden Buddha Statue and take a boat on Mekong River. Then, visit to Opium museum where show about the opium’s history in the past in Thailand
Then transfer back to the hotel in Chiang Saen.

After breakfast, we will depart to visit "Doi tung Palace " or " King’s mother garden ” the palace in the big beautiful valley which has a huge garden with more varieties of flowers. In the place, see the main hall where the people can show their respect to the photos of the Princess mother or the King's mother. You can also see silk embroidering in the name of the flowers which start from the English alphabet and the beautiful painting which can change the color and light while you're walking from one corner to the other corner. Enjoy the lovely view point from the palace balcony with the view of the garden and mountains' view. You can enjoy walking in the garden and take a photo of the statue called " The continuety " right in the middle of the garden.
Continue to move to Chiang Mai. It takes about 5-hour driving, therefore you can take your time to relax after checking-in the hotel in Chiang Mai.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, we have a walking tour to the old town. You will see the most beautiful temples of Chiang Mai including of Wat Phra Singh temple, Wat Phan Tao, Wat Chedi Luang
Wat Phra Singh is one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai with Lanna style architecture. And it is well-known for the name”The temple of the Lion Buddha”.
We then continue to Wat Phan Tao, an ancient temple with beautiful garden area sitting right next to the sacred Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai town.
Next to Wat Phan Tao is Wat Chedi Luang a Buddhist temple in the historic centre of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Its chedi is one of the tallest structures in the old city. There are a lots of important Buddhist holidays take place here.
Then you will stroll along small streets lined with traditional houses, where you will take a rickshaw tour. After that, you will take a walking through the central market of Warorot, which is a great spot for travelers wanting to experience the true Thai culture and daily life.
In the afternoon we cannot miss the Doi Suthep hill.
The mountain’s temple is one of the most historically and spiritually significant places in Thailand. We drive up the scenic mountainous terrains and pass by lush landscapes on your way to the base of the complex. We then climb up for more than 300 staircase and finally take an elevator to the top. Here get your chance to admire the picturesque panorama views of Chiang Mai City.
Return to the hotel and you can relax or enjoy going to the night market by your own
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

After your breakfast at your hotel, leaving to Chiang Dao Area, visit Chiang Dao Temple cave where once it used to be the cave where the soldier troops of Myanmar stopped for resting before attacked Chiang Mai in 1500s. See the starlactite and starlacmite from lime stone in different forms and sizes in the cave.
Afternoon take two hour boat trip along the Mae Ping River is an excellent way to spend an afternoon, you get to watch as the scenery along the river changes, you will also get to see many beautiful traditional teak houses as well as a lot of rural greenery along the wat. Transfer back to hotel for your free time. Overnight in Chiang Mai.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
 

This day will start with a transfer to Doi Inthanon National Park. passing through various villages, rice fields and orchards. Upon arrival at Inthanon Mountain, we will spend spend 2-3 hours trekking to Thailand’s highest mountain at 2565 meters above sea level.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery, impressive waterfalls, and lush mountain forests. We first stop to the summit to see the great twin Royal Pagodas: Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisiri. Each pagoda also has relics of Buddha.
We then visit Wachirathan waterffalls by a short trek along Michael’s Trail. After walk down the hill & have a short break at a local Hmong market, we will have lunch time. 
In the afternoon, continue to visit Hmong and Karen hill tribe village at Ban Mae Klang Village to observe their still primitive lifestyle.
En route we will pass through the farmland where you will see the coffee plantation, flowers farm and the beautiful rice terraces. Transfer back to your hotel in Chiang Mai.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast

Morning after breakfast, we transfer to Elephant Poopoo Paper Park, where you can know the procedure from elephant poo to final paper product. You will also have a chance to make paper by yourself with possibility to buy hand-made souvenir from Chiang Mai. Return to city and drop you off at your hotel.
In the afternoon, time would be free at your own until we transfer to airport, taking a flight to Phuket. Checking-in the hotel in Phuket and then you are free to explore Phuket by night.
 
Time for flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket: FD 3158: 17:35 – 19:35 by Air Asia.
 
Accommodation: At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast

08.00 hrs. : Pick up customers from hotel and transfer to Marina
09.30 hrs. Departure from The Marina Phuket direct to James Bond island (Phang Nga Bay)
10.15 hrs. Visit James Bond island where "James Bond 007, The man with the Golden Gun" was filmed.
11.00 hrs. Start to paddle a sea canoe in the beautiful cave for 45 minutes.
12.30 hrs. Great lunch at Panyee Musalim fishing village and free time as leisure for shopping.
14.00 hrs. : Leave from Panyee village direct to Naka island for swimming and relaxing.
16.00 hrs.: Departure from Naka island back to Phuket.
16.20 hrs.: Arrive to Marina and transfer back to hotel by pleasant trip.
 
Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand. 

Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast
 
 

Relax, unwind and enjoy the beautiful beaches and unrivalled charms of south Thailand. 

Accommodation : At the hotel in Phuket
Meals: Breakfast 
 

After breakfast, free time until transfer by the driver at Phuket airport for your departure flight. End of services of Thai Unika!

Accommodation : NA
Meals: Breakfast