Tantalizing Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi Tour

What to expect on this itinerary
Culturally enriching and breathtakingly rewarding experiences abound from the bustling skyline of Bangkok and the pearly beaches of Krabi during this ravishing 11-day tour to Thailand. Whether basking in the spiritual glow of golden temples or lapping up the wondrous wildlife sightings across the countryside, you will find pleasure in the scenes and highlights of Thailand in each enchanting destination you visit.
Customizable Itinerary
Bangkok - Your Thai Beginnings
Few places in Thailand capture the country’s fascinating blend of cultures and traditions quite like Bangkok. The city is atmospheric, bustling, and overflowing with an authenticity that is reflected by its iconic street food culture and modernity. Upon your arrival, you will fast track through immigration and transfer to your comfortable accommodation in the heart of the city. Your Thai beginnings in Bangkok may be spent tucking into the city's famed delicacies.
What's Included:
Bangkok - Visiting Ornate Temples
Bangkok - Floating Markets and Serene Canals
Chiang Mai - Northern Thai Specialties
Chiang Mai - Elephants and Ethnic Hill Tribes
Chiang Mai - Learn to Cook Thai Cuisine
Chiang Mai - Towering above Thailand
Krabi - Thailand’s Tropical Beaches
Krabi - Wondrous Watersports
Krabi - Visit Phi Phi Island
Krabi - Departure
Trip Highlights
- Trace the origins of Thailand’s unending spirituality within the ornate Bangkok temples, including the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and Wat Pho
- Glide across the gentle canals that weave through the city of Bangkok to floating markets that are bursting with character, such as Khlong Lat Mayom and Taling Chan
- Indulge your senses in northern Thai specialties, such as Khao Soi, and capture scenes from atop the soaring Doi Suthep Mountain
- Educate yourself on the ethical treatment of elephants, which is practiced by conservation sanctuaries that protect the majestic creatures
- Tour to ethnic Karen and Lanna hill tribes in the lush countryside to uncover traditional Thai lifestyles and practice the local culinary arts
- Weave your way through the forested trails of Doi Inthanon National Park to discover the endemic flora and fauna and to witness soaring vistas
- Wallow in the tropical island lifestyle on the shores of Phi Phi Island during a brisk cruise across the Andaman Sea
- Partake in exhilarating water sports across the spectacular white-sand beaches of Krabi
Starting Price
$4,200 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Verified Traveler Reviews
Based on 42 reviews
Our Zicasso travel agent did a wonderful job taking our requests and styling a complex, detailed itinerary. Everything worked perfectly. The guides all communicated with each other and the drivers were always at the expected locations. All accommodations were awesome and well-located.
Beginning in Chiang Mai, Thailand, we visited Doi Inthanon National Park, the Doi Suthep mountain temple, and had an absolutely awesome time visiting with elephants at the elephant sanctuary, among other things. We even got to play with a two-week-old elephant. All our dining recommendations were awesome and we particularly enjoyed our time with the guides.
Next, we flew to Krabi for unforgettable views and relaxing beach time. Again, the resort was awesome. We even went mountain climbing on Railay Beach. My son got engaged at the New Year's gala at our hotel, which was spectacular; an unbelievable stay. We particularly enjoyed our time with the guide!
Next, we finished in Bangkok, where the highlight was riding in the tuk-tuks and doing a city food tour. Our guide was so awesome and knowledgeable.
Unfortunately, eight of the 10 of us then flew home, while my wife and I continued to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Our guide was such a good travel companion and we left Cambodia with a true knowledge of Cambodian life/history/temples. He was very forthcoming about his life growing up under the Khmer Rouge. Although a long day, the temple tour was unbelievable, culminating in Angkor Wat. Our hotel was awesome and blocks from the nightlife on Pub Street. It was such a great stay.
Next, we flew to Saigon. We were met by our guide, who noticed we were hungry and immediately stopped at a local street food vendor for our first foray into bun bo. It was so good. The mix of history, countryside visits, and city tours with our guide was awesome and she even left us with a customized pictorial of our visit. The other excursion that needs mention is the Vespa city and food tour. Our main guide was delightful, giving us a true taste of Saigon culture and food. The drivers were so great. This tour finished with a surprise visit to a local bar/club, where we had front-row seats to an awesome Latin band for a nightcap. It was truly unforgettable. Also, we cannot forget our visit to the Cu Chi tunnels, where our guide did a great job educating and touring us through this unbelievable history.
Then, we flew to Hanoi to another awesome location. Highlights in Hanoi would be visiting the Hoa Lo prison, having dinner in a local family's home, and especially the Minsk backstreet tour. Our tour drivers were so awesome. This excursion really gave us a feel for the city/backstreets, as well as an idea of the frightening life of riding a motorbike through the city and back alleys of Hanoi. It was truly unforgettable. This tour finished with my knees about a foot away from the speeding train at Hanoi train station, another can't-miss site!
Next, we visited Ninh Binh for trekking, biking, and bamboo boating. The scenery was awesome and it was definitely a nice break from the busy city.
The trip finished with a two-night, three-day cruise on Hạ Long Bay. The scenery was unbelievable and the staff were excellent; so attentive and informative.
This trip truly was spectacular and we are so happy that Zicasso connected us with our agent to make all of this happen. We couldn't be happier with the entire trip!
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We recently returned from a 10-day trip to Bangkok, Krabi, and Chiang Mai. The trip was expertly planned by Zicasso's travel designer and their team, and it was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we stepped out from the jetway, we were warmly greeted by one of the travel company's team members. We were taken care of from the point of arrival to the point of departure and everywhere in between. They planned an unforgettable vacation to celebrate our daughter's college graduation and she was "wowed" with the elephants, the food tour, the beach, and, most importantly, the people.
I wholeheartedly recommend this travel company to plan your next dream vacation. It was nothing short of amazing and we look forward to returning.
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The trip covered a lot of ground, with four cities in Thailand and Siem Reap in Cambodia. The details and the logistics of the trip were timely and well communicated by Zicasso's travel company. The guides were punctual, well-informed, and passionate about the countries' histories.
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The Zicasso travel team made my birthday "bucket-list" trip incredible! Every detail of my trip was expertly taken care of. All my scheduled tours were on time despite a little "liquid sunshine".
Our trip entailed visits to three areas in Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Koh Samui). In each location, our tour guides were amazing!
In Bangkok, we were greeted and expertly ushered to the various incredible sights and activities by two guides. In Chiang Mai, we were greeted and introduced to the sights and history by another guide. Everyone was very knowledge and made each tour interesting and engaging,
We could not have asked for more on this incredible trip! Without a doubt, I will be seeing Thailand again in my very near future and with no other than the team from Zicasso's travel company! Thank you to our agent and his team.
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Zicasso’s travel specialist planned the tour perfectly. Every detail was handled and there were no hiccups. All of the tour guides and drivers were excellent, and the hotels we stayed in were excellent. The itinerary was paced as we wanted it. We highly recommend using this travel specialist for travel in Southeast Asia!
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I was pleased by how seamless and satisfying the entire trip was. Working with Zicasso’s travel specialist, I was able to choose the sites I wanted to see and select the perfect hotels to complement the trip.
The guides chosen for us were not only informative but also very responsive to our personal needs and the changes required to adapt our schedule to the tail effects of a surprise monsoon.
Connections to airline flights and new cities went flawlessly.
The overall experience exceeded my expectations. I will recommend the travel specialist and Zicasso to friends and family.
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