Thailand Discovery
Trip Details
- Duration: 8 days days
- Visited Areas: Thailand
Savour the many sights of Thailand on this adventure through some of the country's most remote and rural regions. Embark on a journey through stunning limestone landscapes, pass by sobering WWII monuments and head up to the dramatic mountains that border Myanmar. There are plenty of opportunities to learn the languages, customs and cultures of the friendly locals and to explore the hidden corners that contribute to the wonder of Thailand.
Itinerary
Day 1 Bangkok
Soak up the sights, smells and sounds of this Asian metropolis. There's time to stroll down lively Khao San Road, watch a bout of Thai boxing or set out on a shopping spree.
Days 2-3 Sangkhlaburi
Wake to views of misty mountaintops and the voices of local Thai, Karen and Mon tribespeople. Glide over the glassy Khao Laem reservoir before embarking on an elephant ride. Travel along the historical Three Pagodas Pass to the Myanmar border for a chance to browse the daily market for handmade Burmese goods such as sarongs, embroidered blankets and cheroots (cigars).
Day 4 Thong Pha Phum
Spend a day in a remote Karen village learning about local customs, language and lifestyle. An overnight stay in the tiny town of Thong Pha Phum offers a taste of Mon culture and cuisine. Sample one of the colourful pots of curry that line the main street or amble through its nearby temples to watch a golden sunset.
Day 5 Kanchanaburi
A moving visit to the Hellfire Pass Museum is followed by a train journey along the infamous Thai-Burma Railway where so many prisoners of war lost their lives.
Day 6 Thai House
Plunge into the cool turquoise pool beneath Erawan's seven-tiered waterfall, try your hand at fragrant Thai cookery or traverse the River Kwai in a kayak - there's plenty to do before heading on to the traditional teak house that will be home for the night.
Days 7-8 Bangkok
Journey back to Bangkok along the Chao Phraya RIver in a longtail boat. There's ample time to scour the night markets for souvenirs, sample delicious street food or visit the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho.