Cultural Heritage Journey

After breakfast at the hotel, meet with your English Speaking tour guide at hotel's lobby. You will visit Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit includes National Museum and Jim Thompson House. Return to your hotel.

07:30 hrs – Departure from Bangkok Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and depart by private vehicle towards Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam, located about 80 km north of Bangkok. Enjoy scenic views along the way as you leave the bustling city behind. 09:00 hrs – Arrival in Ayutthaya & Historical Park Visit Begin your exploration at Wat Phra Si Sanphet, once the royal temple of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, renowned for its three iconic chedis. Continue to Wat Mahathat, famous for the Buddha head entwined in tree roots – one of Thailand’s most photographed sites. 11:00 hrs – Wat Lokayasutharam Visit the impressive Reclining Buddha image, measuring 37 meters long, symbolizing peace and serenity. 12:00 hrs – Lunch Enjoy a Thai set lunch at a local riverside restaurant, with views of the Chao Phraya River. 13:30 hrs – Afternoon Exploration Continue to Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a stunning riverside temple built in Khmer style, offering insight into Ayutthaya’s architectural grandeur. Stroll among the ruins and learn about the temple’s role in royal ceremonies. 15:00 hrs – Local Experience Take a short boat ride along the Chao Phraya River to view Ayutthaya’s temples from the water, appreciating the city’s strategic location as a trading hub. 16:00 hrs – Departure for Bangkok Leave Ayutthaya and relax during the return journey. 17:30–18:00 hrs – Arrival in Bangkok Drop-off at your hotel.

Breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to Bangkok airport. Fly to Sukhothai. Bicycle tour of the Sukhothai historical park. Sukhothai Historical Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in north-central Thailand, preserving the ruins of the first Kingdom of Siam (13th–14th centuries). It is celebrated as the birthplace of Thai culture, language, and architecture, with over 190 ruins spread across 70 km². Return to hotel.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will travel to Chiang Mai. On the way, you will enjoy an hour Lampang city tour by Horse carriage. Continue to Chiang Mai. Lunch at local restaurant. Arrival to Chiang Mai in the afternoon. Check-in at your hotel. In the evening, you will enjoy Khun Khantoke dinner with the traditional dance performance.

Morning – Thai Cooking Class Pick-up from hotel and transfer to a local cooking school. Begin with a guided market visit, where you’ll learn about Thai herbs, spices, and fresh ingredients essential to Northern Thai cuisine. At the cooking school, enjoy a hands-on cooking session led by expert instructors. Prepare several authentic dishes such as Tom Yum soup, Pad Thai, and Green Curry. After cooking, sit down together to taste and enjoy your creations, gaining deeper appreciation for Thai culinary traditions. Afternoon – Weaving Village Visit Transfer to a nearby traditional weaving village renowned for its handwoven textiles. Meet local artisans and observe the weaving process, from dyeing threads with natural colors to operating traditional looms. Learn about the cultural significance of weaving in Northern Thailand and the role of textiles in daily life and ceremonies. Opportunity to interact with villagers, ask questions, and browse locally made handicrafts. Return transfer to hotel in Chiang Mai.

You will be transferred to Chiang Mai International departure for your return flight.