Highlight Thailand – Cambodia - Vietnam

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Duration: 18 days/17 nights

Tour Code: MTC13

Price from: US $ Pax

Tour Valid: December 31th, 2014

Highlights: 

• Day 1 - Bangkok Arrival

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  Upon on arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in. The rest of day is at leisure. Overnight in Bangkok.

  Day 2 - Bangkok City Tour (B,L)

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  Today, you start to visit Wat Po, one of the oldest temples in Bangkok and home to the original school of traditional Thai massage. Then, you'll enjoy a relaxed tour of the nearby Grand Palace with its many colorful halls, temples and artifacts including the most revered Buddha image in Thailand. After lunch, continue to Chinatown and absorb the vibrant street atmosphere with a walking tour followed by a longtail boat trip through the winding city canals. Overnight in Bangkok

  Day 3 - Bangkok - Ayutthaya (B,L)

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  Drive to legendary Ayutthaya, the capital of Thailand for more than 417 years, stopping at a tranquil former summer palace built by King Rama IV en route. You'll visit Ayuthaya Historical Park's ruined temples and sample some local delights in the Muslim quarter. Enjoy a pleasant riverside lunch before boarding a leisurely longtail boat ride to Bang Pa where you can explore the majestic Royal mansions. Back to Bangkok in late afternoon. Overnight in Bangkok.

  Day 4 - Bangkok – Fly to Chiang Mai (B)

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  After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Airport for flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in and relax. In the afternoon, you will visit temples such as Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang in an ancient city encircled by old crumbling walls and gates. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

  Day 5 - Chiang Mai: Elephant Camp – Doi Suthep (B,L)

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  Enjoy a real Thailand experience today as we take you on an elephant ride though thick forests and visit a local elephant camp before heading to the Mae Ping River for a leisurely bamboo rafting ride. . After enjoying scenes of river life, continue your city tour on foot in the heart of the old quarter followed by a trip to Doi Suthep mountain temple. Arriving in Doi Suthep in the late afternoon, the temple is virtually empty. Receive a special private blessing from a monk and then witness the evening chants as the sun sets, capping off a memorable day. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

  Day 6 - Chiang Mai – Fly back to Bangkok – Connect flight to Siem Reap(Cambodia) (B)

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  After breakfast, you are free till the driver transfer you to airport for flight back to Bangkok. Take a short time in Bangkok aiport, you will catch the connecting flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in and relax. Overnight in Siem Reap.

  Day 7 - Siem Reap: Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat (B,L)

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  Breakfast at hotel, explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor, 3km2 walled and moated royal city and was the last capital of the Angkorian Empire, The famous Bayon Temple was an architectural muddle, in part because it was constructed in a somewhat piecemeal fashion for over a century. Terrace of the Elephants is an impressive, two and a half meter tall, 300 meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and gradual that spans the heart of Angkor Thom in front of Baphuon - huge temple mountain in the heart of Angkor Thom, Royal Palace Area and Phimeanakas - impressive rite and sandstone pyramid. Terrace of the Leper King is at the north end of the Terrace of the Elephants, a double terrace wall with deeply carved nag as, demons and other mythological beings. After lunch, you will visit Ta Prohm temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty! Giant trees have grown here for centuries and Angkor Wat temple, the founder of the temple was Suryavarman II who reined Cambodia from 1113 to 1152 and built the five towers in the 12th century to dedicate to the Hindu God Vishnu. The plan of the pyramidal conception of the temple combined with spaces, alleys, ditches is an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction. Enjoy a traditional Apsara dance performance and have a funny time at Angkor night market! Overnight  in Siem Reap.

  Day 8 - Tonle Sap Lake - Banteay Srei Temple (B,L)

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  This morning, drive in the Tuk Tuk to the edge of Siem Reap. Enjoy a fun cart ride through the countryside until you reach Cambodia’s largest freshwater lake; the Tonle Sap. Board a boat and spend the rest of the morning at one of the largest floating villages on the lake which is called Kompong Phluk. In the village you will witness the fascinating daily lives of the local people who live on the water.In the afternoon, head to the temple of Banteay Srei or ‘Citadel of the Women’. On your way back to Siem Reap, enjoy the sunset from the top of the pyramid-shaped temple of Pre Rup. Overnight in Siem Reap.

  Day 9 - Siem Reap – Fly to Phnom Penh (B)

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  After breakfast at hotel, you are free till the driver transfer you to Airport for flight to Phnom Penh. Upon on arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in. The rest of day is at leisure. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

  Day 10 - Phnom Penh City tour (B,L)

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  In the morning, enjoy a city tour to visit to the National Museum, the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. This afternoon continue your exploration of the capital, you will visit the genocide museum known as Toul Sleng and the Killing Fields. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

  Day 11 - Phnom Penh – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) (B)

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  After breakfast at hotel, you are free till the driver transfer you to Airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh CityUpon arrival, pick up with private transfer to hotel for check in. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

  Day 12 - Cu Chi Tunnel – Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B/L)

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  Morning breakfast at hotel then visit the Cu Chi- a fabulous tunnel. You will have a chance to get the unique experience of guerillas living and fighting underground during the war (a crawls through 50-100m out 200km of the tunnel system is unforgettable). Local rice paper workshops, nice paddy field are pleasant sights on the way. Then Back to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch.In the afternoon, visit War Museum, Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh Market and so much more. Late afternoon, drive back to hotel for relaxation. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City 

  Day 13 - Mekong Delta Full Day Excursion (B/L)

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  Breakfast is served at hotel then heading out of the bustling city, we ride along rice field to My Tho, one of Mekong Delta province. Upon arrival in My Tho, we embark on a boat navigating around the small canals in the delta region, which passing My Tho fruit market. Joining in with daily activities of local people and enjoy the atmosphere of water world along the canal and along the Tien river. The exciting cruise continue to Unicorn island, here you can taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy the local traditional music, performed by the islanders. Have lunch at a typical country garden house. Next stops are the coconut candy “milk” and some other local industries in Ben Tre province then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

  Day 14 - Ho Chi Minh City – Fly to Hanoi (B)

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  After breakfast at hotel, you are free till driver transfer to the airport for flight to Hanoi – a thousand year’s capital City. Upon arrive to the airport,  you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in and relax. Overnight in Hanoi.

  Day 15 - Hanoi City tour (B,L)

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  Today, you start to discover Hanoi following: First, visiting is Uncle Ho’s (Ho Chi Minh President)Mausoleum, His Residence area, and One Pillar pagoda nearby & Tran Quoc pagoda. Next site is Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam (the Temple of Literature & the first university in Vietnam). Then our guide will introduce its legend around Old Trading quarter, Ngoc Son temple and Hoan Kiem (The lake of Restored Sword). ). Follow is one hour Traditional Water Puppet shows at Thang Long Theatre. You will back to hotel around 5PM. Overnight in Hanoi.

  Day 16 - Hanoi - Ha Long (B,L,D)

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  07.45 Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi by shuttle bus.
  12.00 Embark at Hon Gai International harbor.
  13.00 Check-in, enjoy a welcoming drink and cruise briefing.
  13.30 Have lunch while cruising in the magnificent Bai Tu Long Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
  15.00 Enjoy swimming in the crystal clear water.
  15.40 Explore the secluded Thien Canh Son Cave.
  16.45 Short cruise to Hon Co Island where you can relax on a white sandy beach, swim or kayak.
  18.00 Back to the junk for relaxation.
  19.00 Have dinner and stay overnight on board.

  Day 17 - Ha Long – Hanoi (B,L)

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  07.30 Enjoy the bay’s morning landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. Have breakfast in the open air.
  08.30 Visit Vung Vieng fishing village in a rustic rowing-boat, meet the local people and pass through the floating school and fish farms.
  09.30 More leisure time for swimming in the middle of the bay.
  10.00 Cruise back to the harbour while an a la carte lunch is served.
  11.45 Disembark. Farewell.
  15.45 Arrive in Hanoi. End of trip
  Overnight in hotel in Hanoi 

  Day 18 - Hanoi Departure (B)

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  After breakfast at hotel, you are free till the driver transfer you to Airport for your flight. Tour ends.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 16 Nights accommodation base on sharing room in hotel with breakfast
  - 01 Night accommodation base on sharing cabin on board in Halong
  - Local Experienced English speaking guide
  - Entry fees
  - Meals as mentioned in itinerary

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - Transportation
  - Visa fee upon arrival
  - Meals as not mentioned in itinerary
  - Personal expense
  - Travel insurance
  - Domestic & International flight tickets
  - Others not mentioned above

Thailand Adventure 12 Days/ 11 Nights

Thousands of less traveled roads, remote wilderness tracks, and great waterways combine to make Thailand a paradise for adventure lovers! Our Thailand adventure tour varies from trekking to elephant riding. All combination of active holidays can be created, incorporating cultural touring or focusing purely on adrenaline. Whatever you want to experience, we will help you find it and deliver a quality experience.

Duration: 12 days/11 nights

Tour Code: MTAT04

Tour Valid: Until April, 2014

Highlights: Bangkok - Kanchanaburi - Bangkok - Chiang Rai - Chiang Saen - Chiang Mai - Trekking

• Day 1 - Bangkok Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Dinner

  Upon arrival, meet our tour guide before transferring to the hotel. Free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Bangkok

  Day 2 - City Temple Tours- Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  The tour takes you through some of the most interesting parts of Bangkok, including stops at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) which is famous as the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok, and the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Trimit) which is the home of a 5.5 ton Buddha image, found when the port of Bangkok was being expanded and dating back more than 200 years.Visit the Grand Palace, Coronation Hall and the holiest of all Thai Temples “The Emerald Buddha Temple” (Wat Phra Kaew) where the replica of Angkor Wat and the late Ayutthaya-style murals on the surrounding walls illustrate scenes from the Ramayana are included in the temple's compound.
  Stay overnight at Bangkok.

  Day 3 - Damnoensaduak Floating Market- Kanchanaburi

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  A 120 km drive to the most colorful Floating Market in Thailand. Pass the largest source of Salt Production in Thailand along the roadside of the highway. At Damnoen Saduak, visit the gardener's house and see how the sugar is being made right from the coconut tree. And take the long tailed speedboat to the main part market. See a fascinating Thai's life from the ancient time which is still widely practiced in this area. A chance to try various kinds of exotic Thai fruits and choices of Thai handicrafts available at the spot. Later on, continue to Kanchanaburi for visit the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai as the Memorial of World War II. Then, visit at the War museum and war cemetery nearby. Check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Kanchaburi

  Day 4 - Kanchanaburi- Ayutthaya- Bangkok

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to Ayutthaya the former capital of Thailand. Visit one of the most beautiful Summer Palace namely Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Later on, transfer to Krung Sri River for buffet Lunch. Later, embark to Temple of Ruins , Wat Phra Sri Sanpetch (The former Royal Temple), Wat Yai Chai Mongkol (the temple of reclining Buddha Image and biggest chedi), Wat Mahathat (where the head of Lord Buddha Image is corvered by Poh Tree so far), Wat Ratchabura (where the national treasure were kept). After that, return to the hotel in Bangkok and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Bangkok

  Day 5 - Bangkok- Chiang Rai- Chiang Saen

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for flight depart to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, meet our local tour guide before transferring to Chiang Saen. After checking in, proceed to the infamous Golden Triangle renowned for centuries as the center of the opium trade. From a hill top viewpoint, marvel at the splendor of the mighty Mekong joining with the Ruak and forming the actual “Triangle” with Laos Burma and Thailand. Visit the Opium museum nearby before return to the hotel.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Saen

  Day 6 - Mae Sai- Doi Tung- Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel, tour to Mae Sai Border Market which is one of the biggest border market where you can access to Tha Khi Lek Province, and Myanmar . At the market, you will find a lot of goods, local products and many items which are import from China and yanmar such as electronic devices, fruits, clothes, stones, jewelry, Jade and etc. Lunch at a local restaurant before continue to Doi Tung or Switzerland of Asia to visit Doi Tung, look no further outstanding than the Mae Fah Luang Garden where is situated at an elevation of 950 meters above sea-level, the Mae Fah Luang Garden consists of flowerbeds planted with a dazzling variety of flowers and shrubs from all corners of the world; among these, over 70 species of cool climate and temperate ornamental and flowering plants that thrive at high altitude are planted in the midst of native plants, leafy shrubs and perennials. A myriad of flowering plants come into bloom all year round and form a splendid hill-side tapestry that changes with the seasons. After that, transfer to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

  Day 7 - Doi Suthep Temple- Meo Doi Pui- local Handicraft Village

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  The journey begins with a visit to a Meo Hill tribe village. Since they originally migrated from South China, the physical features of the tribe are similar to Chinese. They prefer large families. They practice shifting agriculture. Mostly planting upland rice, corn and soybeans. Generally, you will find that the womenfolk's works harder than the men. A traits similar with most hill tribes. Their houses are not built on stilt rather directly on the ground. Due to its proximity to Doi Suthep, this particular village is slightly more commercial and less traditional. Doi Pui was once famous for opium cultivation. It's 1500 meters above the sea level. The trip continues on to Wat Doi Suthep Temple. Driving up offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai city. Later on, embark to the San Kamphaeng district, heart of the silk and cotton home industries to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Continue on the Bor Sang, the umbrella village where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand-painted. From here, onward to Thai Celadon, about 6kms north of Chiang Mai where exquisite ceramics are produced. These are modeled on the Sawankhalok pottery that used to be made hundreds of years ago at Sukhothai and exported all over the region. With its deep, cracked glazed finish the style is very distinctive and some pieces are exceptionally beautiful. Last but not least, there are some stops to observe the intricacies of both lacquer ware and silverware craftsmen.
  Say overnight in Chiang Mai 

  Day 8 - Chiang Mai- Trekking Hill Tribe Villages

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Leave from Chiang Mai by pick up truck to the hill tribe village, en-route at waterfall before drive to Hot Spring, then have an enjoy trekking 1.5 hrs to Karen Village. Dinner and overnight at the village.

  Day 9 - Trekking Lisu Village- Karen Village- Lahu Village

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, walk around the village and observe how people live their life, usual activities and the unique traditional as closely before walking to the elephant camp (45 min). Enjoy elephant riding for 1.5 hr through the scenery jungle before stopping to visit at Lahu Village.
  Dinner and overnight at the village.

  Day 10 - Lahu Village- Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, enjoy an exciting bamboo rafting for 2 hrs to Shan Village. Lunch is promptly provided. After lunch, return to Chiang Mai.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Mai

  Day 11 - Chiang Mai free & easy

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Today is free. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai

  Day 12 - Chiang Mai- Bangkok

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for flight departure to Bangkok.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 11 Nights Accommodation.

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

  
  

  
  

  - Boat as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Domestic flight tickets as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  - 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).

Khao Yai stop over 3 days / 2 nights

Situated a 3 hour drive outside of the capital, Khao Yai is home to Thailand’s oldest National Park and a number of scenic vineyards. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is an ideal rural getaway promising accents of Europe in Asia as well as some of the most spellbinding scenery to be found within the country.
Spend the day of this tour exploring the many picturesque wonders of Khao Yai from the cascading Heow Suwat waterfalls used in the film ‘The Beach’ to the indigenous elephants with MinMax Travel. Settle your stomach in GranMonte’s VinCotto restaurant with its home-style cooking before exploring the vines of Asoke Valley.

Duration: 3 days/2 nights

Tour Code: MTSB04

Tour Valid: Until April, 2014

Highlights: Khao Yai: National Park - Heow Suwat Waterfalls - Explore ther vineyard

• Day 1 - Bangkok - Khao Yai

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals:

  Arrive in Bangkok, MinMax Travel’s tour guide pick you up and then transfer to Khao Yai. First stop at Wat Sothorn Wararam Worawiharn with its remarkable beauty of Italian marbled temple hall then take a boat trip on Bangprakong River to Talaat Baan Mai, a hundred-year-old market and Wat Leng Hok Yee - a Chinese shrine with papier-mâche sculptures, continue to Talaat Klong Suan, another 100-year old canal side market which impresses visitors with the everyday simple lifestyle of locals. Continue by car to Suan Khun Thor garden near Wang Nam Keaw where you can take a traditional Thai health check-up with a respected local traditional doctor (Note: doctor not available on Mondays). Arrive at the Village Farm and Winery and visit the vineyard. Check in hotel and freshen up. Then continue drive to Kirimaya Khao Yai following a scenic road that runs alongside the National Park. Overnight at Khao Yai.

  Day 2 - Drive to National Park - Enjoy Heow Suwat Waterfalls - Explore ther vineyard

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

  After a breakfast at the hotel, drive into the National park, stop and start a 1 km walk through the forest to Nong Phug She Tower which is located near Nong Phug Shee pond, the main water source for many kinds of animal, and where you have a good chance of seeing elephants and other indigenous wildlife. Continue to Heow Suwat Waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool water. Drive through scenic countryside to the nearby Grande Monte Vineyard in Asoke Valley for lunch at Vincotto, a charming restaurant. After that, explore the vineyard and experience the wine and grape fruit tasting.Overnight at Khao Yai

  Day 3 - Khao Yai Depature

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel and morning is free at leisure until transfer to airport for your departure flight.

  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.
  
  - Boat as mentioned in the program. 

  - 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).

Thailand Adventure 12 Days/ 11 Nights

Thousands of less traveled roads, remote wilderness tracks, and great waterways combine to make Thailand a paradise for adventure lovers! Our Thailand adventure tour varies from trekking to elephant riding. All combination of active holidays can be created, incorporating cultural touring or focusing purely on adrenaline. Whatever you want to experience, we will help you find it and deliver a quality experience.

Duration: 12 days/11 nights

Tour Code: MTAT04

Tour Valid: Until April, 2014

Highlights: Bangkok - Kanchanaburi - Bangkok - Chiang Rai - Chiang Saen - Chiang Mai - Trekking

• Day 1 - Bangkok Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Dinner

  Upon arrival, meet our tour guide before transferring to the hotel. Free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Bangkok

  Day 2 - City Temple Tours- Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  The tour takes you through some of the most interesting parts of Bangkok, including stops at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) which is famous as the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok, and the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Trimit) which is the home of a 5.5 ton Buddha image, found when the port of Bangkok was being expanded and dating back more than 200 years.Visit the Grand Palace, Coronation Hall and the holiest of all Thai Temples “The Emerald Buddha Temple” (Wat Phra Kaew) where the replica of Angkor Wat and the late Ayutthaya-style murals on the surrounding walls illustrate scenes from the Ramayana are included in the temple's compound.
  Stay overnight at Bangkok.

  Day 3 - Damnoensaduak Floating Market- Kanchanaburi

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  A 120 km drive to the most colorful Floating Market in Thailand. Pass the largest source of Salt Production in Thailand along the roadside of the highway. At Damnoen Saduak, visit the gardener's house and see how the sugar is being made right from the coconut tree. And take the long tailed speedboat to the main part market. See a fascinating Thai's life from the ancient time which is still widely practiced in this area. A chance to try various kinds of exotic Thai fruits and choices of Thai handicrafts available at the spot. Later on, continue to Kanchanaburi for visit the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai as the Memorial of World War II. Then, visit at the War museum and war cemetery nearby. Check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Kanchaburi

  Day 4 - Kanchanaburi- Ayutthaya- Bangkok

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to Ayutthaya the former capital of Thailand. Visit one of the most beautiful Summer Palace namely Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Later on, transfer to Krung Sri River for buffet Lunch. Later, embark to Temple of Ruins , Wat Phra Sri Sanpetch (The former Royal Temple), Wat Yai Chai Mongkol (the temple of reclining Buddha Image and biggest chedi), Wat Mahathat (where the head of Lord Buddha Image is corvered by Poh Tree so far), Wat Ratchabura (where the national treasure were kept). After that, return to the hotel in Bangkok and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Bangkok

  Day 5 - Bangkok- Chiang Rai- Chiang Saen

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for flight depart to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, meet our local tour guide before transferring to Chiang Saen. After checking in, proceed to the infamous Golden Triangle renowned for centuries as the center of the opium trade. From a hill top viewpoint, marvel at the splendor of the mighty Mekong joining with the Ruak and forming the actual “Triangle” with Laos Burma and Thailand. Visit the Opium museum nearby before return to the hotel.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Saen

  Day 6 - Mae Sai- Doi Tung- Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel, tour to Mae Sai Border Market which is one of the biggest border market where you can access to Tha Khi Lek Province, and Myanmar . At the market, you will find a lot of goods, local products and many items which are import from China and yanmar such as electronic devices, fruits, clothes, stones, jewelry, Jade and etc. Lunch at a local restaurant before continue to Doi Tung or Switzerland of Asia to visit Doi Tung, look no further outstanding than the Mae Fah Luang Garden where is situated at an elevation of 950 meters above sea-level, the Mae Fah Luang Garden consists of flowerbeds planted with a dazzling variety of flowers and shrubs from all corners of the world; among these, over 70 species of cool climate and temperate ornamental and flowering plants that thrive at high altitude are planted in the midst of native plants, leafy shrubs and perennials. A myriad of flowering plants come into bloom all year round and form a splendid hill-side tapestry that changes with the seasons. After that, transfer to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and free at leisure.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.

  Day 7 - Doi Suthep Temple- Meo Doi Pui- local Handicraft Village

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  The journey begins with a visit to a Meo Hill tribe village. Since they originally migrated from South China, the physical features of the tribe are similar to Chinese. They prefer large families. They practice shifting agriculture. Mostly planting upland rice, corn and soybeans. Generally, you will find that the womenfolk's works harder than the men. A traits similar with most hill tribes. Their houses are not built on stilt rather directly on the ground. Due to its proximity to Doi Suthep, this particular village is slightly more commercial and less traditional. Doi Pui was once famous for opium cultivation. It's 1500 meters above the sea level. The trip continues on to Wat Doi Suthep Temple. Driving up offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai city. Later on, embark to the San Kamphaeng district, heart of the silk and cotton home industries to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Continue on the Bor Sang, the umbrella village where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand-painted. From here, onward to Thai Celadon, about 6kms north of Chiang Mai where exquisite ceramics are produced. These are modeled on the Sawankhalok pottery that used to be made hundreds of years ago at Sukhothai and exported all over the region. With its deep, cracked glazed finish the style is very distinctive and some pieces are exceptionally beautiful. Last but not least, there are some stops to observe the intricacies of both lacquer ware and silverware craftsmen.
  Say overnight in Chiang Mai 

  Day 8 - Chiang Mai- Trekking Hill Tribe Villages

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Leave from Chiang Mai by pick up truck to the hill tribe village, en-route at waterfall before drive to Hot Spring, then have an enjoy trekking 1.5 hrs to Karen Village. Dinner and overnight at the village.

  Day 9 - Trekking Lisu Village- Karen Village- Lahu Village

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, walk around the village and observe how people live their life, usual activities and the unique traditional as closely before walking to the elephant camp (45 min). Enjoy elephant riding for 1.5 hr through the scenery jungle before stopping to visit at Lahu Village.
  Dinner and overnight at the village.

  Day 10 - Lahu Village- Chiang Mai

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, enjoy an exciting bamboo rafting for 2 hrs to Shan Village. Lunch is promptly provided. After lunch, return to Chiang Mai.
  Stay overnight in Chiang Mai

  Day 11 - Chiang Mai free & easy

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Today is free. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai

  Day 12 - Chiang Mai- Bangkok

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for flight departure to Bangkok.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 11 Nights Accommodation.

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

  
  

  
  

  - Boat as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  - Domestic flight tickets as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  - 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).