Royal Road of Thailand

Experience the best of Thailand on this 8-day journey, perfect for those seeking a mix of cultural exploration and natural beauty. From Bangkok’s iconic temples and Ayutthaya’s ancient ruins to Sukhothai’s UNESCO heritage sites and Chiang Mai’s vibrant traditions, this tour is a seamless blend of history and discovery.

Destination	Bangkok, Phitsanulok, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai
Start City	Bangkok
End City	Chiang Mai
Tour Type	Private Tour
Duration	8 Days & 7 Nights
Depart	mtwthfsasu
Condition	Easy Moderate Strenuous
Tour Code	PKT14

Royal Road

DAY 1: ARRIVAL BANGKOK

Arrive at Bangkok International Airport. Meet and greet with English-speaking guide. Then transfer to the hotel for check-in and receive a briefing about your trip.

Itinerary

Overnight: Bangkok
Meal:

DAY 2: BANGKOK / CITY & TEMPLES TOUR / GRAND PALACE & EMERALD BUDDHA TEMPLE

08:00 Hrs. Pick up from the hotel lobby and travel to Rattanakosin Island, the original area of Bangkok established over 200 years ago.
Visit Wat Traimit, famous for its Golden Buddha, a solid gold statue measuring three meters high and weighing five and a half tons.
Continue to Wat Pho, Bangkok’s oldest temple, renowned for its massive Reclining Buddha (46 meters long and 15 meters high).
Lunch: Served at a local restaurant.
Explore Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the most significant Buddhist temple in Thailand, and The Grand Palace, once the official residence of the Thai Kings. Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), an iconic riverside landmark with a towering pagoda adorned with glazed ceramics.
Return to the hotel, free at leisure.

Itinerary

Overnight: Bangkok
Meal: Lunch

DAY 3: BANGKOK / AYUTTHAYA HISTORICAL PARK / LOPBURI / PHITSANULOK

08:00 Hrs. Pick up from the hotel lobby and drive to Ayutthaya (1½ hours). Visit Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient ruins of temples and palaces.
Explore Yai Chaimongkon Temple, featuring a massive reclining Buddha and a grand chedi surrounded by Buddha statues in saffron robes. Visit Maha That Temple, known for the famous Buddha head entwined in tree roots, and Phra Si Sanphet Temple, a royal temple with three iconic chedis.
Lunch: Served at a local restaurant.
Continue to Lopburi (1½ hours) and visit Phra Prang Sam Yot, a Khmer-style temple best known for its monkey population. Then head to Phitsanulok and visit Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat Temple, home to the revered Phra Phutta Chinnaraj Buddha image.
Transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Itinerary

Overnight: Phitsanulok
Meal: Lunch

DAY 4: PHITSANULOK / SUKHOTHAI HISTORICAL PARK / PHAYAO / CHIANG RAI

08:00 Hrs. Depart to Sukhothai Historical Park, Thailand’s first capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ruins of the royal palaces, temples, city walls, and ancient water management systems.
Lunch: Served at a local restaurant.
Continue to Phayao, stopping at Kwan Phayao, a picturesque freshwater lake that supports the local fishing community. Transfer to Chiang Rai for check-in and leisure time.

Itinerary

Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meal: Lunch

DAY 5: CHIANG RAI / LONG NECK TRIBE / MAE SAI BORDER / GOLDEN TRIANGLE

08:00 Hrs. Visit the Long Neck Tribe Village, where women wear traditional brass rings around their necks as part of their cultural heritage. Proceed to Mae Sai, the northernmost point of Thailand, to shop for goods at the border market.
Lunch: Served at a local restaurant.
Continue to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet. Visit the Opium Museum and enjoy panoramic views of the Mekong River. Explore the ancient city of Chiang Saen, including its ruins, stupas, and city walls.
Return to the hotel.

Itinerary

Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meal: Lunch

DAY 6: CHIANG RAI - CHIANG MAI / WHITE TEMPLE / HANDICRAFTS CENTER

08:00 Hrs. Visit the iconic White Temple (Rong Khun Temple), a modern masterpiece created by a renowned Thai artist.
Drive to Chiang Mai (3 hours), stopping for lunch along the way.
Explore the Chiang Mai Handicrafts Center, where artisans create silk textiles, silverware, and hand-painted parasols. Witness the entire crafting process and shop for authentic souvenirs.
Transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Itinerary

Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meal: Lunch

DAY 7: CHIANG MAI / ELEPHANT SAFARI & BAMBOO RAFTING / DOI SUTHEP TEM

08:30 Hrs. Visit Mae Taman Elephant Camp to watch elephants demonstrate traditional tasks. Ride an elephant through scenic landscapes and enjoy a relaxing bamboo rafting experience on the Mae Taeng River.
Lunch: Served at a local restaurant.
Visit the Orchid Nursery to see a vibrant collection of tropical orchids. End the day at Phrathat Doi Suthep Temple, a sacred site offering panoramic views of Chiang Mai.

Itinerary

Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meal: Lunch

DAY 8: CHIANG MAI / DEPARTURE

Check-out: Transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your onward flight.

Itinerary

Meal:

Meals

Day	Breakfast	Lunch	Dinner
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Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
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FIT Group All

Rates: Royal Road

Service Class	FIT				Group
Service Class	1 Person	2 Person	3-4 Person	5-8 Person	9-16 Person	17-32 Person	33+ Person
Land Only	$ 2,255	$ 1,239	$ 909	$ 739	$ 739	$ 739	$ 739

Note: Price/Person in $ USD - US Dollar (1 USD = 33 THB - Thai Baht)

Inclusions:

All transfers air-conditioned vehicles within the journey, including pick-up at airport
A local English-speaking guide (other languages available upon request)
All admission fees as mentioned in the program
All meal as mentioned in the program

Exclusions