Cosmos Thailand Experience

• Bangkok: Visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha, Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Grand Palace, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha; Thai dinner with Thai classical music and dancers; visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
• Kanchanaburi: Visit the Allied Forces Cemetery, Thailand-Burma Railway Center, Hellfire Pass Memorial; train ride to Wang Po Station
• Ayutthaya: Visit Bang Pa-In Palace
• Uthai Thani: Cruise on the Sakaekrang River
• Sukhothai: Visit Sukhothai Historic Park and Wat Si Chum
• Chiang Rai: Excursion to the Golden Triangle; visit a tea plantation and Wat Rong Khun
• Chiang Mai: Visit San Kampaeng, an elephant sanctuary, Wat Phra Singh, and Wat Doi Suthep

• Flights
• Transfers
• Services of a tour director
• Accommodation
• Selected meals
• All airport taxes

Day 1: Bangkok

Welcome to Thailand’s capital city. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2: Bangkok

Bangkok is an exhilarating blend of historic and religious monuments, chic modernity, exciting shopping, and friendly culture. An exciting day of sightseeing is ahead. Take in the city’s principal landmarks. This evening, enjoy a special THAI DINNER, accompanied by Thai classical music and dancers.

Day 3: Bangkok

Explore Bangkok at leisure, perhaps enjoying the great-value shopping, lively market, and delicious Thai cuisine.

Day 4: Bangkok – Kanchanaburi

Visit the legendary Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where traders sell all manner of items from their boats, including exotic fruits, vegetables, silks, and toys. Then travel to Kanchanaburi on the banks of the Kwai River, famed for the River Kwai Bridge, built during WWII. Visit the Allied Forces Cemetery and spend time in the fascinating Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. Today’s highlight is a train ride across the famous bridge to Wang Po Station.

Day 5: Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya

Today, head to Ayutthaya, ancient capital of Siam. Here, you will visit Bang Pa-in Palace, which was built in the 18th century as a summer residence for the Kings of Ayutthaya.

Day 6: Ayutthaya – Uthai Thani – Phitsanulok

Depart Ayutthaya to Uthai Thani and cruise along Sakaekrang River, enjoying the local life. Later, drive to Phitsanulok, one of Thailand’s oldest cities, founded over 600 years ago. This evening, consider an optional rickshaw ride to experience Phitsanulok’s colourful night market.

Day 7: Phitsanulok – Sukhothai – Chiang Rai

Journey to Sukhothai, Thailand’s 13th-century former capital, and admire the atmospheric, moated Old Town. Here, you will visit Sukhothai Historic Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore ruined temples and monasteries, including WAT SI CHUM with its stunning seated Buddha. Later, travel through rural countryside to Chiang Rai.

Day 8: Chiang Rai. Golden Triangle Excursion

Today’s journey takes you to Chiang Mai. Visit WAT RONG KHUN, also known as the White Temple. Then, continue through lush jungle to Chiang Mai, a fragrant mountain retreat known as the “Rose of the North” for its refreshing climate. Upon arrival, visit SAN KAMPAENG to see local craftsmen make Thailand’s traditional lacquerware and teakwood furniture.

Day 9: Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai

Today’s journey takes you to Chiang Mai. Visit Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. Then, continue through lush jungle to Chiang Mai, a fragrant mountain retreat known as the “Rose of the North” for its refreshing climate. Upon arrival, visit SAN KAMPAENG to see local craftsmen make Thailand’s traditional lacquerware and teakwood furniture.

Day 10: Chiang Mai

Spend the morning at an Elephant Sanctuary, where over 30 elephants roam freely in a safe and sustainable environment and are not subjected to mistreatment (including rides). Here, you have the chance to touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors.

Day 11: Chiang Mai

Today is free for you to enjoy this dynamic city. You may opt to join our optional Thai cooking class and learn the secrets of traditional dishes.

Day 12: Chiang Mai

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.