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Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, proceed through immigration and collect your luggage, before passing through customs. Our airport representative will be waiting for you at exit number 6 / Gate B, and escort you to meet the driver for a transfer to your hotel.

Walking through old town - BKK-001A (17:30 - 21:00) including transfers. Bangkok’s old town is unique and well-preserved as somehow high-rise buildings have never made it to this part of the city. Some of the oldest Bangkok neighbourhoods have been occupied since the early days by entrepreneurial Chinese migrants that typically build shophouses; the family was living upstairs while the shop downstairs was meant to do trading and make money. This part of town is also home to the Grand palace and many other historical buildings that are used at ministry. Your guide will take you through this interesting part of town and stops regularly to let you taste some of the local specialities. The pickup at your hotel will be at 17:30, transport back to the hotel after the tour is arranged as well.

A walk of five generations - BKK-009 – 09:30 – 13:30

Voyage through the old neighbourhood on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River where untold stories are waiting for you to be revealed. This journey will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of Thai culture through the very personal perspective of the story of a Thai aristocratic family who has been living in this neighbourhood of Thonburi for five generations.

Discover the secret stories and places from the unseen temples of those historic communities with different beliefs and ethnicity which are hidden in the area. The Bangkok this route introduces you to, cannot be found anywhere in the world of the internet but only in the memories of the locals and in their bright eyes when they talk about the good old days. This tour will include public transportation to get around. Operated by The Roots Routes

Tuk Tuk food tour – tickle your taste buds – BKK 018 – (18:00 - 21:00)

Your private guide and tuk tuk driver will pick you up from the hotel to discover some of the best street food in a local neighbourhood. Partly on foot and partly by tuk tuk you will visit at least 4 different street food shops to get a good impression of the world famous Bangkok street food.

Bangkok rivers, orchards and a reclining Buddha with a royal influence – BKK-002 (09:00 - 13:00)

Exploring the old orchards, ways of life and food in the network of canals passing through Bangkok. Discover the blueprint of the famous reclining Buddha and find out where some of the palace architectures found their inspiration. The trip is partly on foot, partly by boats and ends with an excellent lunch. Connect with your guide, with Bangkokians while finding your way to the starting point of the tour (BTS Wuttakat) and choose another transport to find your way back to your hotel together with the guide or discover more of Bangkok on your own. Operated by The Roots Routes.

Dining in the sky - BKK-007 – (18:00 – 21:00)

Bangkok’s skyline offers fantastic views over the city that never sleeps and a dinner at one of the many rooftop restaurants is certainly an unforgettable event. The restaurant scene changes very fast and always comes up with new ideas and experiences. We have reserved a table for you at one of the rooftop restaurants in Bangkok for a surprise meal (drinks not included). Transfers included.

By All Means – Train, Canals and Coconuts (Bangkok Day trip)– BKK-017 – (07:30 – 17:00)

You will be picked up at 7:30 by your guide and driver for a short transfer to the train station for a ride through the outskirts of Bangkok, where industrial developments, (sub)-urban housing, migrant workers and daily life can be observed from the slowly moving train, literally stopping every few minutes. Get off the train, wander (and wonder) around the local fresh market, with some of the freshest products from the sea. Continue with a private car south to Samut Songkhram and be welcomed by uncle Daeng or friends, for a fresh coconut from his own garden and a little tour around his home by paddling boat before we change to a ride with a few more horsepower, visit a royal project and enjoy lunch in an organic pomelo farm – which you get to eat as much as you wish! Afterwards – transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok by private car. A fun day out of the city to get to know the real Thai countryside.

The driver picks you up from hotel and transfer to Don Mueang Airport for your flight to Nan by late morning flight.

Arrival in Nan, transfer to your hotel and check-in. Getting to know the Nan people – NAN – 003 (16:00 – 20:00)

Nan city was an independent state for a long time and has a rich cultural history. Today we take you out to get to know some of the inhabitants and their traditions. We start with a visit to an old wooden noble house and learn more about one of the noble families of Nan. We continue for a stroll to downtown and then meet a local family at their home for an early home-cooked dinner including a typical Nan dish. Nan is famous for annual boat racing from Sept till Nov and during the whole year teams from different communities work on their boat or practice. Your guide will explain about this boat racing tradition, and you might even be able to see one of the boats.

Wake up with the Roosters – A Thai Morning – NAN - 001 (06:30 – 08:30)

Early mornings in Thailand come with a soothing and relaxed vibe, while the locals wake up and start their day. You will meet your guide at your hotel for an early stroll at the morning market, which will already be surprisingly busy at an early hour. Let’s purchase some tasty food as a morning snack, but mainly food that you will offer to the monks during their morning routine of receiving alms from the community. We will go for a short walk to Wat Phumin, where your guide will explain you more about this ritual and how to respectfully perform the alms giving.

Countryside Vibes – A Rural Discovery – NAN – 002 (10:30 – 15:30)

The real charm of Northern Thailand is often found in the rural regions, where farmers grow their rice and other crops, relax during the hot hours of the day and make use of natural produce as much as possible. You will be going on a rural discovery along local farms, hilly vistas and friendly locals, while your guide will explain you more about the agricultural life and related challenges. Total walking time is approximately 4 hours. Your picnic lunch will be served in one of the traditional farmer huts, also called “haan”, which can also be translated as “hangout spot” and caters perfectly as a rest stop. We will continue walking a bit, before meeting our driver for a visit to the impressive Nan Riverside Gallery, where contemporary art meets local artists. At the end of the afternoon, you will be heading back to your hotel.

Morning free at leisure

Evening private dinner at a former palace of Nan royalty - NAN 004

A special dinner is prepared for you today as you are invited as the special guests of one of the family members of the last royalty from the former Nan Kingdom. During that royal period, which lasted till 1931, all the members of the Nan Royal family had special status in the hierarchy which they handed over when Nan became part of the kingdom of Thailand. The dinner is served in one of the original rooms of one of the few former palaces that still exist today.

Ranger’s Trek and Vodka Distillery – LAM / – 003B (enroute between Nan and Lampang)

En route from Nan to Lampang, we drive through country roads until reaching a local distillery, following the village tradition of producing “Lao Khao”, a rice spirit. After being introduced to the entire process and new inventions by a family member – it's time for the fun part – tasting some of their best spirits, accompanied by a selection of typical drinking snacks, locally called “Kap Kaem”.

Continue to Doi Phu Nang National Park. This natural reserve is often overlooked yet welcomes visitors with a scenic road through the mountains, soft trekking routes without the crowds, and enthusiastic forest rangers that will take you on a short patrol while your local guide will explain more about the flora and fauna and lead you through some small forest tracks. Your simple lunch will be ready at the ranger's station, where you will also learn more about the smart patrol and other monitoring the rangers do for conservation purposes. Different tracks possible to be decided on the spot with your guide, walks from 30 min till 3 hours are possible.

Then continue drive and visit to Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat before transfer to Chiang Mai.

AM free at leisure

History of Lanna royalty, hidden Doi Suthep temples, 90 years old Khao Soy and a prison break - CNX - 001 (afternoon)

An introduction to Chiang Mai including its royal history and a visit to the mausoleums of Chiang Mai descendants and a stunning stupa. During this half day the guide will tell you about all insights on the colourful history and we visit some of the hidden temples on the Doi Suthep mountain including a short walk (30 min) through the forest over the ancient monk trail and a discovery of 600 years old ancient temple ruins. The old Chiang Mai palace was destroyed a long time ago and replaced by a prison; right opposite this spot we bring you for a nice cup of coffee or tea, prepared by female prisoners as part of a program to reintegrate them into society. A beautiful project that gives you and them a real prison break . We’re ending the tour with typical Lanna noodle dishes in a restaurant that has been in business for over 90 years.

Private local Lanna Cooking Class - CNX – 011 B (08:15 - 15:00)

A private Northern Thai cooking class of Lanna cuisine. We'll start the morning at 08:15 by picking you up from your hotel and go to a local fresh market, where our knowledgeable host will assist you in selecting the ingredients for your day's culinary class.

After our market visit, we'll continue our journey to the cooking class school, where you'll prepare for a fun and hands-on cooking experience. Here, you have the opportunity to choose from a selection of local dishes you'd like to learn. The cooking class, including mealtime, will wrap up around 3 pm, and we will transfer back to the hotel. We also provide vegetarian and vegan options on every menu 100% meat-free products, ensuring your dietary preferences

Burmese Influences – a special dinner! – CNX - 003

Chiang Mai has an enormous population of Shan and other Myanmar ethnic groups, who crossed the mountains to build up a new life in the city, or who have been living in the surrounding areas for a long time. Today we introduce you to a talented Burmese chef, who prepares a home-cooked dinner for you with Burmese influences.

In the morning, the driver picks you up from hotel for private transfer to Chiang Mai airport and fly to Phuket by morning flight. Arrival in Phuket, private transfer to Khao Lak and stay at Sarojin Resort.

Free & relax

Free & relax

Free at leisure till the driver picks you up from hotel for transfer to Phuket airport to take the homeward flight.