Sukhothai in Depth 3 days / 2 nights

Come join MinMax Travel as we journey into the glorious past on this Thailand tour of Sukhothai in Depth. Learn what’s behind the Buddha’s mysterious smile on a tour of ancient Sukhothai. A city where orderly canals trail below sugar palms and frangipani blossoms, Sukhothai is an enchanting city filled with temples and monuments. A stop in Sukhothai is an essential part of any Thailand tour.

The style of these buildings with their distinctive grace and the tranquil expressions of the Buddha images contained here, have made the Sukhothai synonymous with this particular style of Buddhist art.

The 13th Century founding of Sukhothai lead to a blossoming of Thai culture and arts, making it no surprise that the city’s name means ‘dawn of happiness.’ Nearly abandoned 140 years later, Sukhothai has recently been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has undergone extensive work to restore it to its historical grandeur.

Duration: 3 days/2 nights

Tour Code: MTSB05

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Sukhothai: Wat Mahathat, Wat Sra Sri and Wat Trapang Ngoen

• Day 1 - Sukhothai Arrival: Visit Wat Mahathat, Wat Sra Sri and Wat Trapang Ngoen

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  On arrival in Sukhothai, MinMax Travel’s tour guide will welcome you at the airport and take you to your hotel and transfer you to the Sukhothai historical park. The first capital of the Kingdom of Siam, Sukhothai has been carefully restored to reflect its former elegance. On your first afternoon, you'll visit some of the most impressive sites, including Wat Mahathat, Wat Sra Sri, and Wat Trapang Ngoen. Overnight in Sukhothai.

  Day 2 - Sukhothai

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast at your hotel, head south into a landscape of glittering rice paddies. Here, take the opportunity to try your hand at traditional rice planting and other agricultural methods before enjoying a delicious organic lunch. Visit a local orchid greenhouse and observe a demonstration of textile and ceramic making. Continue to Wat Mahathat, home to Thailand's most famous image of the Buddha. After a fascinating tour of the Cha Tawee folk museum, you will end the day with a trishaw ride to a local market. Overnight in Sukhothai.

  Day 3 - Sukhothai Depature

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  This morning you're off to Si Satchanalai Historical Park, an ancient settlement with more than 130 ruined monuments. Step into the past with a tour of the town's main sites, then learn about the foundations of Thai ceramics at the Celadon Kiln Site Study and Conservation Centre. After enjoying a lunch of authentic local cuisine, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Bangkok, or continue on to Chiang Mai by road.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 02 Nights Accommodation in deluxe twin / double room view with daily BKF.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - Visas on arrival

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.

  
  

  
  

  - Travel insurance 

  
  

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Thailand tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Thailand Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).