Original
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Beautiful Northern Thailand
15 Days | Thailand – the original, and for many, still the best.
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Bangkok, Thailand
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Bangkok, Thailand
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Trip Code
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
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Meals
3 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
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Transport
Private minvan, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Songthaew, Taxi, Longtail Boat
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Accommodation
Guesthouse (5 nights), Hilltribe village (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights), Rafthouse (1 night)
From £1,351(15 days)
Trip Informations
There’s a reason this trip was the one that started it all, and still remains one of the most popular. On this 15-day adventure, you'll discover Northern Thailand, experience the chaotic metropolis of bustling Bangkok, trek among the hillside villages near Chiang Rai, drift down the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi and see the historic temples of the Siam Kingdom. With welcoming hospitality, local experiences, mouth-watering cooking classes and plenty of free time to travel at your own pace, come along and see why this trip was, and still is, a benchmark for all our adventures.
Why you’ll love this trip
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This is one of the original Tuuur journeys that started it all. Discover why Northern Thailand was chosen all those years back as an ideal destination to launch a world of travel experiences.
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Experience rural Thai life with multi-day trek through scenic hilltribe villages in the remote Thai countryside, meeting welcoming locals and sharing laughs along the way.
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Visit the home of the infamous ‘Bridge over the River Kwai’, learning about its dark history and the construction of the railway during the war.
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Even the transport on this trip is an adventure – discover the joys of travelling on overnight sleeper trains, longtail boats, songthaew and rafthouses.
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Indulge in an organic farm to plate cooking demonstration and take the chance to learn a few cooking tips from the village chef in the Akha Hilltribe, for an unforgettable meal full of heat, spice and fresh food. You won’t go hungry!
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, World Animal Protection. Donations support them to promote better living conditions for elephants in captivity and help rescue elephants from inhumane conditions. Tuuur will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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The hilltribe village house stays are a wonderful opportunity to witness every day rural life. Facilities are simple and multi-share but comfortable, with mattresses, bedding and mosquito nets all provided. Some travellers are nervous about the village house experience before they arrive, but we find most end up naming this as a highlight of their time in Thailand and a rewarding, authentic experience. On occasion your accommodation may not have hot water, but you will probably be keen to cool down from the heat with a refreshing cold shower!
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As we cover so much of the country in just over two weeks, be prepared for some long travel days. This trip includes two nights on overnight trains between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Accommodation is simple but comfortable – soft sleeper class multishare compartments with air-conditioning and bunk beds, with sheets and a pillow provided.
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Temperatures and humidity can be high in Thailand, especially when walking in the countryside where, at times, there may be little shade. Be prepared by taking plenty of drink breaks and wearing appropriate skin protection. Some travellers find an umbrella handy to keep the sun off (this will also come in handy should it rain!).
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Bangkok
- DAY 2Day 2 • Bangkok - Kanchanaburi
- DAY 3Day 3 • River Kwai - Erawan NP - Kanchanaburi
- DAY 4Day 4 • Rafthouse
- DAY 5Day 5 • Ayutthaya - Overnight train
- DAY 6Day 6 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 7Day 7 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 8Day 8 • Doi Mae Salong
- DAY 9Day 9 • Chiang Rai
- DAY 10Day 10 • Hilltribe Villages Trek
- DAY 11Day 11 • Hilltribe Villages Trek
- DAY 12Day 12 • Hilltribe Villages trek - Chiang Rai
- DAY 13Day 13 • Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai - Overnight Train
- DAY 14Day 14 • Bangkok
- DAY 15Day 15 • Bangkok
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
3 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Private minvan, Public bus, Overnight sleeper train, Songthaew, Taxi, Longtail Boat
bed Accommodation
Guesthouse (5 nights), Hilltribe village (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights), Rafthouse (1 night)
festival Activities
circleBangkok - Khlong boat canal tour
circleBangkok - Wat Pho
circleKanchanaburi - Erawan National Park Visit
circleKanchanaburi - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
circleRafthouse - Wat Baan Tham cave temple
circleKanchanaburi - Rafthouse experience
circleRafthouse - Wat Tham Suea temple
circleRafthouse - Wat Tham Khao Noi
circleAyutthaya - Temple Ruins entrance & guided tour
circleChiang Mai - Night Market
circleDo Mae Salong - Local market
circleOrganic Farm - Farm To Plate Demonstration & Lunch
circleChiang Rai - 3 day Hilltribe villages trek
circleHill Tribe Trek - Lunch
circleAr Pha Pattana Village - Community Dinner
circleBaan Yafu Lahu Village - Community Dinner
circleChiang Rai - Wat Rong Kun (White Temple)
museum Optional activities
circleBangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
circleBangkok - Chatuchak Market visit (Entrance) - Free
circleBangkok - Bangkok by Bike Urban Adventure - THB1980
circleChiang Mai - Thai massage - THB200
circleChiang Mai - Bicycle tour - THB990
circleChiang Mai - Thai cooking course - THB1000
circleBangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
circleBangkok - Chinatown Sights and Bites Urban Adventure - THB1960
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 04 (Rafthouse),Days 05 & 13 (Overnight Train) and Days 10 & 11 (Trek) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please note that some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested.
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