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CLASSIC THAILAND & ISLAND HOPPING - EAST COAST

From £1,929pp | 14 days / 13 nights | Thailand

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OVERVIEW
Classic Thailand & Island Hopping - East Coast

Guided Small Group Adventure Tour

14 days / 13 nights | Thailand

With a fascinating culture, beautiful natural landscapes, and some of the tastiest street food on the globe, Thailand is an adventurer's heaven. Embark on this 14-day tour along the country's east coast to get a unique glimpse into this Southeast Asian country with some additional northern Thailand highlights too. Explore the smaller "klong" canals of the Chao Phraya river, stay overnight in a traditional floating raft house in Kanchanaburi, and tour the historic Bridge on the River Kwai. Don't worry, you'll have plenty of time to relax on Thailand's tropical sands, snorkel through unbelievably warm water, and bond with your travel mates at beach bars in between.

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PRICE & INCLUSIONS
Guide Price
£1,929pp

* We negotiate new offers daily, from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire, to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions.

What's Included
  • included

    Hotels/guesthouses (11 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt)

  • included

    12 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

  • excluded

    International Flights

ITINERARY
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Day 1 - Bangkok
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 - Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Enjoy a klong boat tour of Bangkok including a visit to Wat Pho. Travel to Kanchanaburi and head to your floating rafthouse accommodation.

Day 3 - Kanchanaburi
Enjoy a day of sightseeing at Erawan Falls and the Bridge on the River Kwai.

Day 4 - Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Explore the Allied War Cemetery and the Thai-Burmese Railway Centre to learn more about the area's history. Travel to Ayutthaya and visit the historical sites of the old capital city. In the evening board an overnight train to Chiang Mai.

Day 5 - Chiang Mai
Arrive in Chiang Mai and explore the city. Visit Doi Suthep in the afternoon.

Day 6 - Chiang Mai
Take a full free day to relax or explore the countryside of northern Thailand.

Day 7 - Chiang Mai/Bangkok
Enjoy a free morning in Chiang Mai, then fly to Bangkok to enjoy a night out in the city.

Day 8 - Bangkok/Koh Tao
Catch a morning flight to Chumphon, then transfer by minivan to Chumphon Pier. Spend leisure time at the beach there and opt to have lunch on your own at a restaurant near the port. Then, board a ferry to the tropical island of Koh Tao. Upon arrival enjoy free time to relax on the beach or become acquainted with the bustling little town.

Day 9 - Koh Tao
Enjoy a full-day snorkelling excursion from Koh Tao with stops at Koh Nang Yuan, Mango Bay, Hin Wong Bay, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay. Have an included lunch on board and use free time to explore the island beaches. Return to the hotel in the evening to spend a free night in Koh Tao. Known as ‘turtle island’ in English, Koh Tao's beach bars and hotels come alive at night with many chances awaiting for you to share your tales of the days activities over a cold beer or two.

Day 10 - Koh Tao/Koh Pha Ngan
After breakfast take a ferry to nearby Koh PhaNgan and spend a free afternoon on the island. Opt to swim in lagoons, take a short hike, or relax by the water. Dinner this evening is included at a local restaurant.

Day 11 - Koh Pha Ngan
Enjoy a full free day to make the most of your remaining time on Ko Pha-Ngan.

Day 12 - Koh Pha Ngan/Koh Samui
Enjoy breakfast before departing Koh Pha Ngan. Board a ferry and transfer to Koh Samui and spend the remainder of the day on your own exploring this tropical paradise.

Day 13 - Koh Samui
Today you will be exploring Ang Thong National Park on a full-day boating excursion with lunch and snorkelling by the beach included. Swim in the park's clear waters, photograph the lush island's rising out of the sea, and learn about the area's biodiversity. Afterwards, transfer back to the hotel and spend an evening at leisure.

Day 14 - Koh Samui/Bangkok
After breakfast at the hotel the group will transfer to the Koh Samui Airport and board a flight to Bangkok. The tour ends upon arrival to the Suvarnabhumi Airport.

FLIGHTS
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Flights

As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.

Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour.

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