The Grand Palace, floating markets, northern temples, an ethical elephant sanctuary and a Thai cooking class.
Experience the golden heart of Thailand. In Bangkok, explore the Grand Palace, Wat Pho’s reclining Buddha and the canals of Thonburi by longtail boat. Fly north to Chiang Mai, a city of over 300 temples, mountain views and wonderful night markets.
Spend a morning at an ethical elephant sanctuary and learn to cook northern Thai dishes with a local family.
Private transfer to your riverside hotel; evening at leisure.
Grand Palace, Wat Pho and a longtail boat ride through the canals of Thonburi.
Morning flight north; afternoon visit to Doi Suthep temple above the city.
A half-day at an ethical sanctuary feeding and bathing rescued elephants.
Market tour and cooking class, then an evening at the Sunday Walking Street market.
Transfer to Chiang Mai airport.
The Grand Palace enforces a strict dress code: long trousers or skirts and covered shoulders.
A 25% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before departure. Cancellations made more than 45 days before travel receive a full refund of the deposit minus bank charges. Itineraries may be adjusted for weather, flight schedules or local conditions, always with an equivalent alternative. Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all travellers.
Full terms & conditions“Chiang Mai stole our hearts. The elephant sanctuary was ethical and well run, and the cooking class was one of our favourite days.”
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