Classic Thailand Jungle & Beach
13 DAYS Starting from $4,990 per person
This 13-day tour takes you through cities, jungles, and beaches for a sampler of the best Thailand has to offer. Start in Bangkok, the quintessential eastern metropolis, and Southeast Asia’s most vibrant capital city where you can expect ancient Thai temples and colorful palaces. Head to the emerald jungles of Kanchanaburi for a bit of adventure and to Chiang Mai for an authentic cultural exchange. Finish in Koh Samui Island for a few days of snorkeling, beachside relaxation, and island hopping in the blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
Trip at a Glance
HIGHLIGHTS
- Wander through Wat Pho, home to more than one thousand Buddha images, as well as one of the largest single Buddha statues, the Reclining Buddha.
- Ride through bustling Chinatown in a tuk-tuk stopping to sample street foods of unique dishes popular with locals.
- Hike through the emerald, green dense jungles, and thundering waterfalls of Kanchanaburi at Erawan National Park.
- Explore the glorious ruins of Ayutthaya, Thailand’s most alluring ancient city with striking religious imagery, crumbling ancient temples, and a turbulent past.
- Observe and interact with rescued elephants in the lush countryside surrounding Chiang Mai.
- Snorkel in Mu Ko Angthong National Park, an archipelago of 40 islands dotted like green confetti on the emerald, blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
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