LUXURY THAILAND ESCAPE
Bangkok & Phuket | 9 Days / 8 Nights
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN BANGKOK
Arrive at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, where you will be warmly greeted by your English-speaking guide. After clearing customs, exit through Exit C, turn left in the arrivals hall, and proceed to Gate 10, where your guide will be waiting with a personalized signboard.
Enjoy a smooth private transfer by air-conditioned van to your hotel.
Standard hotel check-in time is after 14:00.
Private Transfer Includes:
Accommodation (choose one):
Overnight in Bangkok.
DAY 2: BANGKOK – TEMPLES & CANALS EXPERIENCE
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
08:00 – 17:00
Discover Bangkok’s spiritual and cultural heart on a privately guided exploration.
Begin the morning at Wat Pho, arriving in time to witness the monks’ morning chanting ritual—an atmospheric introduction to Thailand’s Buddhist traditions. Explore the temple complex and admire the iconic 45-meter Reclining Buddha, learning the symbolism behind its intricate design.
Continue to the Grand Palace, Thailand’s most celebrated landmark and former royal residence. Walk through its grand halls, temples, and courtyards, and visit the Emerald Buddha, the country’s most revered religious image.
Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
In the afternoon, visit Wat Trimitr, home to the world’s largest solid gold Buddha. Then embark on a private long-tail boat journey through Bangkok’s historic canals, offering a glimpse into traditional riverside life away from the city’s modern skyline.
Return to the Chao Phraya River and visit Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn), famed for its beautifully decorated spires inspired by Mount Meru.
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Important Notes:
✨ Optional Evening Experience
GO-Eve: Twilight Culinary Journey by Tuk Tuk (Private)
17:00 – 21:30
Experience Bangkok after dark on an exclusive gourmet adventure by tuk tuk. Sample Michelin Bib Gourmand–recognized street food, explore illuminated landmarks such as Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing, and conclude the evening with drinks at Sky View 360 Rooftop Bar, offering panoramic views over Chinatown and the city skyline.
Return to the hotel by tuk tuk.
DAY 3: BANGKOK – LEISURE & EVENING DISCOVERY
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed morning at leisure.
Ayutthaya Historical Park to be added
Optional Morning Excursion
Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Witness the famous train market in action before cruising through the canals of Thailand’s most iconic floating market.
Evening Experience: Glowing Bangkok
16:30 – 21:30
Discover Bangkok’s enchanting nighttime atmosphere.
Begin with a river cruise along the Chao Phraya River, disembarking at Wat Arun before crossing by ferry. Enjoy a cocktail at Riva Arun Rooftop, followed by dinner at Supanniga Tha Tien, overlooking the illuminated temple.
After dinner, stroll through Wat Pho by night, then travel by tuk tuk to Pak Klong Talad Flower Market, a vibrant wholesale market alive around the clock.
Return to the hotel late evening.
Dinner not available on select gala dates.
Overnight in Bangkok.
DAY 4: BANGKOK – PHUKET
Meals: Breakfast
Private transfer to Suvarnabhumi Airport with your guide.
Flight to Phuket not included. wILL BE ADDED TO YOUR FLIGHT OUT OF US.
Upon arrival at Phuket Airport, meet your guide inside the terminal for a private transfer to your resort.
Accommodation (choose one):
Overnight in Phuket.
DAY 5: PHUKET – DAY AT LEISURE
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day to relax at your resort.
Optional Luxury Experiences:
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Blue Elephant Royal Thai Cooking Class
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Chalong Bay Rum Distillery Experience (craft cocktails & tasting)
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Private Phuket Island Tour featuring beaches, viewpoints, Big Buddha, and Wat Chalong
Overnight in Phuket.
DAY 6: PHI PHI ISLANDS BY SPEEDBOAT
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
07:00 – 17:30
Travel by speedboat across the Andaman Sea to the stunning Phi Phi Islands. Visit Maya Bay, Phi Phi Ley, Monkey Beach, and Bamboo Island, with time for swimming and snorkeling. Lunch is served at Tonsai Bay before returning to Phuket in the early evening.
Program subject to weather and sea conditions.
Overnight in Phuket.
DAY 7: PHUKET HERITAGE & SUNSET DINING
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
15:00 – 20:00
Explore Phuket Old Town’s rich history, including Chinese shrines and Sino-Portuguese architecture. Continue to Rang Hill for panoramic views, sunset cocktails, and a scenic dinner overlooking Phuket Town.
Overnight in Phuket.
DAY 8: PHUKET – LEISURE DAY
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy your final full day at leisure to relax, explore, or indulge in spa treatments.
Overnight in Phuket.
DAY 9: DEPARTURE FROM PHUKET
Meals: Breakfast
Private transfer to Phuket Airport with English-speaking guide.
Thailand – Quick Facts
PASSPORT VALIDITY:
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Thailand.
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES:
At least one blank passport page per entry stamp is required.
Endorsement/amendment pages do not count as blank pages.
TOURIST VISA:
Not required for stays of less than 60 days.
Travelers must complete a pre-arrival online registration prior to entry.
VACCINATIONS:
Yellow fever vaccination may be required if arriving from, or transiting through, countries with a risk of yellow fever.
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS – ENTRY:
None.
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS – EXIT:
None.
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