This trip touches down in Bangkok before exploring the palm-fringed beach paradise that is the southwest of Thailand. Experience riverside cottages and boat rides in the lush jungle of Khao Sok, before escaping to coastal Krabi for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing.
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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
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7 days
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4 places
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5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1 - March 13, 2023 Bangkok
The heat and hustle of Thailand's capital will hit you the moment you land in this high energy city. After checking into our hotel you're free to do some DIY exploring, treat your muscles to a soothing massage or just lie by the pool soaking up the first rays of that sweet Thai sunshine. Later we'll rendezvous as a group back at base so you can hear what's in store for the trip, then the night is yours to take to the streets for some authentic Pad thai and nightlife on Khao San road. Stay: Nouvo City Hotel (or similar) DAY 2 - March 14, 2023 Bangkok to Surat Thani
If you're looking for ways to fill your free time today, the Royal Palace with it's 61 acres of incredible buildings is one to add to the list. The Palace is one of the symbols of Thailand, with its golden temples gleaming in the sunshine and giving you a peep into Thailand's Royal past. You can take it all in with a local guide leading the charge. Or if local history ain't your thing, you're free to gear up for some shopping, grab a massage, or indulge in some local street eats this afternoon. Overnight Train to Surat Thani The word's 'one night in Bangkok' ring true, and what a night it was. We make tracks south today to Surat Thani via our comfy overnight train - where you'll wake up in our next destination and ready to explore it all. Stay: Overnight Train Meal(s): Breakfast DAY 3 - March 15, 2023 Overnight Train to Khoa Sok via Surat Thani
Good morning train goers! While you were catching up on your beauty sleep, we were transporting you to Surat Thani, less than 2-hours from the paradise that is Khao Sok. Grab some breakfast before we hit the road – you’re going to need the fuel for the fun and frolics that lay ahead. Khoa Sok National Park Tree top accommodation amidst the jungle of Khao Sok - don't mind if we do! After you’ve settled into this new treehouse life the day is yours to explore the lush Khao Sok National Park. Swim, take a canoe tour or just max relax under a canopy of swaying trees. It’s a tough life. Stay: Art's River View Resort (or similar) Meal(s): Lunch DAY 4 - March 16, 2023 Khoa Sok
Hopefully the birds wake you nice and early this morning - we've got a solid day of exploring coming up. First on the agenda is a long tail boat ride across Cheow Larn Lake where we'll lose ourselves in the beauty of the limestone cliffs and surrounding wilderness. After lunch we'll stay on the watercraft theme, hopping on a bamboo raft that will take us to the incredible views of Pakarang Caves. Later you can choose to go kayaking, hiking or swimming, then we’ll seal off the day with a squad dinner, sleeping away the night’s hours on our floating raft accommodation. Stay: Sai Chon Raft House (or similar) Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 5 - March 17, 2023 Khoa Sok to Krabi
Today we transit from one paradise found to another. Waving goodbye to our jungle setting, we head off in search of the ocean-side village of Krabi. Krabi By early afternoon we'll be slipping into the island lifestyle of Krabi. For some of us, cocktails and coconuts poolside will be high priority; for others, a poke around the markets and a swim in the ocean overlooking Thailand's iconic vista of islands will be the call of the day. No matter how you choose to kick it, the good times are guaranteed. Stay: Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort Meal(s): Breakfast DAY 6 - March 18, 2023 Krabi
Smiles will be broad over breakfast this morning as we settle in for another day in Krabi. A half day cruise of the islands and Rai Lei beach is up for grabs, if you can drag yourself away from pool hangs at our hotel. Either way, a bit of swimsuit action and water submersion is pretty much a given. Stay: Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort Meal(s): Breakfast DAY 7 - March 19, 2023 End Krabi
Our trip finishes today. Saying goodbye to Thailand won't be easy, but these memories of beautiful beaches, adventures and delicious Thai food will stay in our hearts and memories forever. Meal(s): Breakfast |
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