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Tantalizing Thailand
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Length
12 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Bangkok (Thailand)
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Ends in
Bangkok (Thailand)
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Overview
This budget-friendly tour through Thailand highlights the country’s rich history, delicious cuisine, fascinating cultures, religious monuments, and much more!In Bangkok—Thailand’s current capital—visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha; the Temple of the Reclining Buddha built in 1832; and the Grand Palace, the royal residence established in 1782 where you’ll see the Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most sacred Buddhist sculpture. You’ll also cruise the city’s canals (klongs) by long tail boat. In Sukhothai, Thailand’s 13th-century capital, visit Sukhothai Historic Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ruins of palaces, temples, and homes. But that’s not all…in Chiang Mai explore a night market by tuk-tuk and visit an amazing elephant sanctuary to learn about the conservation efforts of orphaned and rescued elephants.Travel to the “Golden Triangle,” where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet, and visit a local tea plantation. You’ll also visit several interesting hill tribes in the mountains near Chiang Rai. Your trip to Thailand is rich in experiences, sights, and welcoming people you’ll long remember!
Visited During Tour
Ban Thaton (Thailand) | Bangkok (Thailand) | Chiang Mai (Thailand) | Chiang Rai (Thailand) | Doi Mae Salong (Thailand) | Elephant Nature Park (Thailand) | Golden Triangle (Thailand) | Sukhothai (Thailand)
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Dates, Offers & Prices
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Tour Itinerary
Cosmos Tour Code 2790
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1BANGKOK, THAILAND
Welcome to Thailand’s capital city of Bangkok, an exhilarating blend of historic and religious monuments, chic modernity, exciting shopping, and friendly culture. Your hotel room is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
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2BANGKOK
An exciting full day of sightseeing is ahead. Take in the city’s principal landmarks such as the splendid Temple of the Golden Buddha and the spectacular Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. You will also visit the gleaming Grand Palace, Thailand’s most sacred monument, and the spectacular Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The city’s network of canals (“klongs”) evokes Bangkok as the “Venice of the East.” After lunch at a local restaurant, cruise along the Chao Phraya River by long tail boat. Stop at the Temple of Dawn on return journey.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
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3BANGKOK
Today is yours to explore Bangkok at leisure. Spend free time to awaken your senses with local cuisine made with fresh Thai herbs, and sweet to spicy sauces at Bangkok’s outdoor food markets and quaint local cafes. Or, try your bargaining skills along the klongs on an optional shopping excursion to the vibrant Damnoen Saduak floating market.
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- Breakfast
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4BANGKOK–SUKHOTHAI
Enjoy a bit of time at leisure this morning then fly to Sukhothai, Thailand’s 13th-century former capital. Enjoy dinner at your resort tonight.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
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5SUKHOTHAI
Today, visit Sukhothai Historic Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the temples and monasteries, including Wat Si Chum with its stunning seated Buddha. The afternoon is yours to relax or further explore the park. Lunch and dinner are served at your resort.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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6SUKHOTHAI–CHIANG MAI
Today, drive to Chiang Mai. This evening, join your Tour Director for a tuk-tuk ride and orientation walk through the lively night market.
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- Breakfast
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7CHIANG MAI
This morning, visit the revered Buddha statue at Wat Phra Singh and Wat Doi Suthep, a temple tucked away in the mountains. For the final ascent to the temple, you can take a tram car or walk up the Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase, with more than 300 steps. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy this dynamic city. Things get spicy with mouth-watering northern Thailand dishes at an optional Khantoke dinner and performance by local hill tribe dancers.
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- Breakfast
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8CHIANG MAI–ELEPHANT SANCTUARY–BAN THATON
This morning, travel out of the city to visit Elephant Nature Park, established in the 1990’s to provide a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned elephants. You will hear the personal stories of the elephants and see how they became a proud herd and free from abuse for the first time in their lives. Watch these majestic animals thrive in the natural surroundings within the rehabilitation center. In addition to elephants, tree planting and providing a safe home for other rescue animals are continuous projects at the park. After lunch at the sanctuary, continue to Chiang Dao Cave, the most famous cave system in Thailand. Explore this beautiful cave system filled with stalagmites and stalactites that continues for miles below the surface. Lastly, make your way to your resort in the hills of Ban Thaton.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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9BAN THATON–DOI MAI SALONG–CHIANG RAI
Enjoy breathtaking vistas as you journey to Doi Mae Salong where you’ll visit a green-tea plantation. Next, visit several fascinating hill tribes including the Yao, Lisu, and Akha, known for gorgeous headdresses decorated with silver coins. This fascinating cultural excursion enables you to interact with the locals and experience their daily lives and be taught their rich heritage and history. Continue to Chiang Rai and visit the stunning Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple. This unique masterpiece blends traditional Buddhist design with contemporary elements, a stark contrast to other temples in Thailand.
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10CHIANG RAI–GOLDEN TRIANGLE EXCURSION
Drive to Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost town to visit the Hall of Opium, built to educate people on the 5,000-year history of opium and help combat illegal drugs. Stop at the Golden Triangle viewpoint, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet. Here you’ll take a boat ride on the Mekong River to enjoy spectacular views of the Laos countryside and river life along both sides of the riverbanks. After lunch, return to Chiang Rai and enjoy some time at leisure.
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- Breakfast
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11CHIANG RAI–BANGKOK
Fly to Bangkok and transfer to your hotel near the international airport. Prepare for departure tomorrow or journey into the city for independent exploration.
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- Breakfast
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12BANGKOK
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations
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Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Sriwilai Sukhothai
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): Superior First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar Superior First-Class property)
Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Maekok River Village Resort
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
The Legend Chiang Rai Boutique River Resort & Spa
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
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- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hotel rating (by Cosmos): First-Class
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Cosmos may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
More Details
Cosmos is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Tantalizing Thailand tour:
Small Group
Cosmos offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Asia tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Cosmos escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Travelers Notes
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your tour includes: •Guided city sightseeing of Bangkok including admission to the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, and the Temple of the Golden Buddha•Cruise on Chao Phraya River via long tail boat •Admission and guided tours to Sukhothai Historic Park and Wat Si Chum•Leisure time to enjoy your boutique resort in the Sukhothai lush countryside •Orientation walk of Chiang Mai’s night market with tuk tuk ride•Guided city sightseeing of Chiang Mai and admission to Wat Phra Singh and Wat Doi Suthep•Elephant sanctuary visit with lunch•Chiang Dao Cave visit•Green tea plantation visit•Guided sightseeing of Chiang Rai and admission to Wat Rong Khun•Admission to the Hall of Opium•Boat ride on the Mekong River•All intra-vacation flights
Meals Included
11 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Private Touring
Cosmos offers an optional paid upgrade if you would like to arrange for Tantalizing Thailand tour as a Private Tour. Here's a sample of the additional cost:
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