Bangkok and Ancient Capitals, Private Tour
Bangkok and Ancient Capitals, Private Tour
8 Days Starting and ending in Bangkok, Thailand
Visiting: Bangkok, Royal Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Ayutthaya, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Ayutthaya, Wat Phanan Choeng, Ayutthaya, Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya, Kamphaeng Phet, Lampang, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, San Kamphaeng Road, Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Sukhothai Historical Park, Sukhothai, Lopburi, Phra Prang Sam Yot, San Phra Kan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
428731
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Thailand with the "Bangkok and Ancient Capitals, Private Tour." This immersive experience takes you from the bustling streets of Bangkok, where you can explore the vibrant Pak Khlong Talat flower market, to the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the charm of Chiang Mai, with its majestic Wat Doi Suthep temple and bustling San Kamphaeng Road. Visit the sacred Wat Phra That Hariphunchai in Lamphun and the historic ruins of Sukhothai. In Lopburi, encounter the playful macaque monkeys amidst ancient temples. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and authentic Thai cuisine throughout this unforgettable adventure. With air-conditioned transport and optional language guides, this private tour offers a personalized exploration of Thailand's rich cultural heritage.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Royal hotel @ Chinatown or similar 4*
Arrive at Bangkok International Airport, where our representative will meet and greet you. Then, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the beautiful surroundings on your own. Perhaps indulge yourself with a traditional Thai massage and delight your taste buds with the amazing local flavours. End the day watching the sunset at any of the stylish rooftop bars which have blossomed in the city’s skyscrapers in recent years - the options are limitless.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2 : BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok, Royal Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew
Accommodation Name: Royal hotel @ Chinatown or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at leisure to discover Bangkok on your own or to take one of the many optional excursions available on the spot. The Royal Grand Palace, a great architectural masterpiece of several buildings from the outside was used as a royal residence from the 18th century to the mid-20th century. It is without any doubt a national reference and possibly the most visited royal monument in Thailand. The building houses the "Wat Phra Kaew", Bangkok's most sacred temple, where the famous Emerald Buddha is located.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3 : BANGKOK – AYUTTHAYA – KAMPHAENG PHET (380km – 5hrs)
Location: Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Ayutthaya, Wat Phanan Choeng, Ayutthaya, Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya, Kamphaeng Phet
Accommodation Name: Chakungrao Riverview or similar 3.5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a tasty breakfast and then head to the former capital of Ayutthaya to contemplate the impressive ruins of this once-vast island city, which was mostly destroyed by an invading army 250 years ago. Today, the haunting ruins hint at its former glories as can be seen in the beautiful temples like Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Phanan Choeng and Wat Mahathat, the place where the roots of trees have devoured the head of a Buddha. Hop on a traditional long-tail boat and enjoy a scenic cruise around the island to see the city’s ruins from a different perspective. After delighting in lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Kamphaeng Phet and check into your selected hotel.
Overnight in Kamphaeng Phet.
Day 4 : KAMPHAENG PHET – LAMPANG – CHIANG MAI (350km – 5hrs)
Location: Lampang, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Begin your journey after breakfast at the hotel, heading towards Lampang. On arrival, visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang. This large Lanna-style temple is prominently located on a hill, surrounded by walls. Climb the Naga staircase and explore the mesmerising complex that boasts seven buildings and a sacred tree. Admire the bronze Buddha statue in the ordination hall and the relic of Buddha in the golden chedi. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before continuing to Chiang Mai, popularly known as the ‘Rose of the North’. Check-in on arrival and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Maybe explore the city at your own pace or spoil yourself with a relaxing Thai massage. In the evening, head to the bustling night bazaar for a stroll or indulge in a khantoke dinner, a traditional northern Thai feast combined with a selection of traditional cultural performances. The Thai massage and the khantoke dinner are not included.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 5 : CHIANG MAI
Location: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, San Kamphaeng Road, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
Accommodation Name: Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most revered temples in the country. This sacred location is at the top of a mountain from where you can appreciate stunning panoramic views of the city. To reach the temple, you must climb up a 309-step naga staircase, or use the cable car. This spiritual experience is followed by a visit to the famous San Kamphaeng Road, a 10km-long stretch of road flanked by shops selling locally produced goods such as pottery, silverware, lacquerware, handmade saa paper, sculptures, jewellery, wood carvings and silk products. In some shops, you can even watch the artisans at work. Keep an eye out for the celadon pottery and the silver goods, known for their excellent quality. After a typical lunch in a local restaurant, return to the hotel and spend the afternoon free at leisure.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 6 : CHIANG MAI – LAMPHUN – SUKHOTHAI (370km – 5hrs)
Location: Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Sukhothai Historical Park
Accommodation Name: Legendha or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bid farewell to Chiang Mai after breakfast at the hotel, heading to Lamphun, which is home to one of the north’s most important temples, the one-thousand-year-old Wat Phra That Hariphunchai. Visit the temple and admire the Buddha statues and impressive stupas, including the 46-metre-tall Lanna-style golden chedi and 21-metre-tall Haripunchai-style chedi. Afterwards, head south to Sukhothai Historical Park, to see the ruins of the first capital of Siam. Founded in the 13th century, Sukhothai means ‘Dawn of Happiness’, and it proved to herald the beginning of a golden age for Thai culture under the rule of King Ramkhamhaeng the Great, who is credited with creating the Thai alphabet. The historical park hosts the ruins of almost 200 buildings, including dozens of temples.
Overnight in Sukhothai.
Day 7 : SUKHOTHAI – LOPBURI – BANGKOK (480km – 7 hrs)
Location: Sukhothai, Lopburi, Phra Prang Sam Yot, San Phra Kan, Bangkok
Accommodation Name: Royal hotel @ Chinatown or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Depart Sukhothai after breakfast at the hotel, heading towards Lopburi. This historic city is famed for the troops of macaques that roam the streets as if they were in the jungle. Visit the ruins of the ancient Khmer temple of Phra Prang Sam Yot and the adjacent Brahman shrine of San Phra Kan, known as the ‘Monkey Temple’. Enjoy a typical lunch in a local restaurant en route and continue to Bangkok.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 8 : DEPART BANGKOK
Location: Bangkok
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your last day in Thailand with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Then transfer to Bangkok airport and continue with your travelling arrangements.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
The tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, French, German, or Spanish-speaking guides are available at an additional cost.
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Transport
Air-conditioned transportation and transfers as stated in the programme are included.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Phanan Choeng, Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (cable car included), San Kamphaeng Road, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, Sukhothai Historical Park, and the ruins of Phra Prang Sam Yot and San Phra Kan.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuity for the driver and guide is not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours are not included in the package.
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Flights and Visa Fees
International or domestic flight tickets, airport taxes, and visa fees are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.Please Note
- BANGKOK SUVARNABHUMI AIRPORT: On arrival at Bangkok Airport please collect your luggage and proceed to the exit in the Customs Hall and make your way to the meeting point at gate number 6 (six) inside the terminal. You will be met by a representative of Destination Services who will be holding a sign with your name on it. The representative will be wearing a beige shirt or beige polo shirt with a Destination Services badge. Should you fail to meet our guide, please contact the ATTA (Association of Thai Travel Agents) counter at the arrivals hall. They will contact our airport rep and somebody will be with you for assistance as soon as possible
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Opening times of Temples and places of interest may change without prior notice. Temples and places of interest may be closed without prior notice
Accommodation options
Day 1-2, 7 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Royal hotel @ Chinatown or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Chakungrao Riverview or similar 3.5*
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Legendha or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transportation and transfers as stated in the program, ensuring a smooth journey throughout your exploration of Thailand's ancient capitals.Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of superior accommodation in Thailand, with stays at the Royal Hotel in Bangkok, Chakungrao Riverview in Kamphaeng Phet, Empress Chiang Mai, and Legendha in Sukhothai, all offering 3.5 to 4-star comfort.Accommodation options
Day 1-2, 7 Bangkok
- Superior Hotel Category = Royal hotel @ Chinatown or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Chakungrao Riverview or similar 3.5*
- Superior Hotel Category = Empress Chiang Mai or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Legendha or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are available for the tour guide?
The tour is operated with an English-speaking guide. Italian, French, German, or Spanish-speaking guides are available at an additional cost.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 5 lunches. There is an option for 4 dinners on days 3 to 6 at an additional cost.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides air-conditioned transportation and transfers as stated in the programme.
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Are entrance fees included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included in the tour package.
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What is the accommodation arrangement during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation. Specific hotels are mentioned for each location, such as the Royal Hotel in Bangkok, Chakungrao Riverview in Kamphaeng Phet, Empress Chiang Mai in Chiang Mai, and Legendha in Sukhothai, all in the superior hotel category.
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What should I wear when visiting temples in Thailand?
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.
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What should I do if I cannot find the tour representative at Bangkok Airport?
If you cannot find the tour representative at Bangkok Airport, you should contact the ATTA (Association of Thai Travel Agents) counter at the arrivals hall. They will contact the airport representative, and someone will assist you as soon as possible.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Destination Services Thailand requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services thailand charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
