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Thailand has the full package - in buzzing Bangkok, indulge in mouth-watering food, visit nightclubs and explore street markets; in the north, meet hilltribes, see elephants and explore ancient temples; and in the south, relax on beaches, discover underwater worlds and hangout in jungles.
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Hilltribe Experience

Temple of Doi Sutep, Chiang Mai
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5 days
Basix
  • USD $425
    CAD $405
    AUD $390
    EUR €295
    GBP £245
    NZD $500
    ZAR R3,235
    CHF FR365
    Total twin price tool tip
  • USD $535
    CAD $505
    AUD $490
    EUR €375
    GBP £310
    NZD $625
    ZAR R4,060
    CHF FR460
    Total single price tool tip

Active Chiang Mai

Wat Phratat Doi Suthep temple, Chiang Mai
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4 days
Original
  • USD $370
    CAD $350
    AUD $340
    EUR €260
    GBP £215
    NZD $435
    ZAR R2,820
    CHF FR320
    Total twin price tool tip
  • USD $565
    CAD $540
    AUD $520
    EUR €395
    GBP £330
    NZD $665
    ZAR R4,310
    CHF FR485
    Total single price tool tip

Bangkok Stopover

Beautiful thai smile
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3 days
Basix
  • USD $320
    CAD $310
    AUD $295
    EUR €225
    GBP £185
    NZD $375
    ZAR R2,445
    CHF FR275
    Total twin price tool tip
  • USD $460
    CAD $440
    AUD $425
    EUR €325
    GBP £270
    NZD $545
    ZAR R3,525
    CHF FR400
    Total single price tool tip

Classic Malaysia & Borneo

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
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19 days
Comfort
  • USD $3,960
    CAD $3,770
    AUD $3,640
    EUR €2,860
    GBP £2,320
    NZD $4,660
    ZAR R30,180
    CHF FR3,520
    *     Total price tool tip
* Refer to booking conditions

Highlights


Festivals and Events

Young girl joining in the Songkran festival celebrations

  • Songkran

  • Thai New Year is celebrated nationwide and is traditionally viewed as a time for cleansing and renewal. Locals make visits to Wats with offerings for Buddha and food for monks. More recently, emphasis has been placed on having fun and people being drenched with water are a common sight - from buckets, hoses and water pistols. Water is symbolically meant to purify and cleanse but with April being one of Thailand's hottest months, it also brings sweet relief from the heat.
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Intrepid has no control over changes made to festival and event dates and activities. Note that some Intrepid trips which include an event as part of their itinerary, may be surcharged. Where festivals or events are not included as part of an Intrepid trip, all costs associated with the event will need to be paid for by the client. Please check before booking your Intrepid trip that it does match up with key festival or event dates.

Thailand's Top Picks

Fresh local cuisine available on floating markets of BangkokLandscape view of Ancient Ayutthaya
 
There are spas in Thailand that offer pedicures where dead skin is removed by small fish nibbling at your feet
 

Top 10 Iconic Thai Landscapes

  1. Bangkok: Whether you're travelling by tuk-tuk through the crazy streets, cycling along backroads or taking a longtail through the khlongs, the journey in Bangkok is definitely half the fun. Drop in to the stunning Grand Palace, see the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and wind your way through floating markets.
  2. Chiang Mai: This northern capital is overflowing with experiences. Temple-hop through some - or all - of its 300 temples, take a cooking class to learn the secrets of Thai cuisine and explore the Night Bazaar for delicious food, designer goods and a foot massage to die for.
  3. Ko Tao: If you ever wondered what was below Thailand's turquoise waters, this is the place to look. Learn to dive or pull on snorkelling gear to discover the fish and reefs that call this coastline home. Shark Island is close by for adrenaline seekers.
  4. Hilltribe Country: Thailand's north is home to many of the country's minority groups. A hike along buffalo tracks will take you through colourful H'mong, Karen and Lisu villages. Spend a night as their guest for a unique insight into their life.
  5. Ayuthaya: Modern meets ancient in Ayuthaya. The current city intertwines itself with the remnants of what was once one of Asia's great capitals. Walk the streets in search of clues to its imperial past and hire a bike to ride through the countryside, exploring the area's ruins.
  6. Sukhothai: This former capital is a history buff's heaven. Nicknamed the 'Dawn of Happiness', Sukhothai still recalls Siam's golden age with its superb statues, marvellous monuments and lotus flowers in full bloom. A trip to the night market is a real eye-opener. Try everything from fried rice to fried bugs.
  7. Krabi: The waters surrounding Krabi are dotted with hundreds of limestone karst islands. Kayakers and rock-climbers will love exploring them, while others can travel to the nearby floating villages or just relax on one of the region's perfect beaches.
  8. Golden Triangle: The area where the Thai, Laotian and Burmese borders meet has long been associated with colourful cultures and an illicit opium trade. The opium may have gone but the colour hasn't and the markets offer all sorts of amazing local handicrafts.
  9. Khao Sok National Park: For a real jungle experience, spend a couple of days in Khao Sok National Park. Thick rainforest, limestone cliffs, waterfalls and mountains make a wild playground. Hike, swim, explore caves and sleep to the sounds of exotic birds and animals.
  10. Kanchanaburi: This tranquil town is the jumping off point for visits to the infamous Hell Fire Pass and River Kwai. Be sure to take a ride along the tracks of the Death Railway and reflect on the atrocities of war at the Jeath War Museum.

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Thailand at a glance

  • 63
  • Bangkok (population 5.8 million)
  • 67 million
  • Thai
  • THB
  • (GMT+07:00) Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta
  • Type C (European 2-pin)
  • +66

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