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18-Day Complete Thailand Trip

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Overview

Experience the full-package by travelling from central to northern and southern Thailand!

Starting in the capital, Bangkok, you'll travel around old capitals and Kanchanaburi before moving up to Chiang Mai, the old capital. A few days in the north will take you up the tallest mountain in Thailand, to see some retired elephants at a care centre and give you some time to soak up the relaxed pace of Chiang Mai.

Making your way down south, you'll stop briefly in Khao Sok for two nights to wake up early with the gibbons to see the morning mist sitting on the surface of Cheow Lan lake - it's stunning! Finish your Thailand package with a week in Phuket, relaxing by the pool or at the beach!
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts
Hiking & Trekking
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Thailand!

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Welcome to Thailand!

You will already be expected at the airport in Bangkok by your English speaking guide and brought
to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is at your free disposal. How about a first walk through the city?

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    Accommodation

    akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Suvarnabhumi Airport to 20 Sukhumvit Rd

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

Day 2

Full-Day Bangkok Sightseeing Tour

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Full-Day Bangkok Sightseeing Tour

Today you visit the most important sights of Bangkok. First, head to Wat Timitr, where you find a gold Buddha statue. Then, visit the breathtaking reclining Buddha in Wat Pho and the royal palace, which is highly revered by Thai people. You may have the chance to admire the impressive Emerald Buddha in its magnificent temple. Then continue your exploration with a tour of the klongs (channels), the legendary Chao Praya River and the Thonburi area. Finally, visit Wat Arun, the temple of dawn.

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    Accommodation

    akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bangkok City Tour

    Wat Traimit

    Wat Pho

    The Grand Palace

    Wat Arun

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

Day 3

Explore Bangkok

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Explore Bangkok

On a free day in Bangkok, it's best to travel as locals do: by using the Metro trains and long-tail boats. Navigate between temples, cool down in shopping malls and snack on street food throughout the day. You might wish to explore Chinatown, which is always a fascinating place to explore and one of the best places to try some street food! Alternatively, head down to Siam where giant shopping malls fill the streets.

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    Accommodation

    akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chatuchak MarketOptional Activity

    Chinatown BangkokOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

Day 4

Explore Bangkok

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Explore Bangkok

On a free day in Bangkok, it's best to travel as locals do: by using the Metro trains and long-tail boats. Navigate between temples, cool down in shopping malls and snack on street food throughout the day. You might wish to explore Chinatown, which is always a fascinating place to explore and one of the best places to try some street food! Alternatively, head down to Siam where giant shopping malls fill the streets.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Long-tail Boat Cruise through BangkokOptional Activity

    BangkokOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

Day 5

Drive to Kanchanaburi

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Drive to Kanchanaburi

You check out and get ready for the drive to Kanchanaburi. Our first stop will be in Damnoen Saduak. The floating market is a great insight into the life of Thai people. Your tour guide will show you what local specialities to taste at the market. In Kanchanaburi, visit the JEATH War Museum, a realistic depiction of the living quarters of prisoners of war, then you will proceed to Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. In the afternoon, visit the world-famous bridge over the River Kwai.

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    Accommodation

    The FloatHouse River Kwai Floating Villa Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

    JEATH War Museum

    Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

    The Death Railway

    Mon Dance

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

    Damnoen Saduak

    Kanchanaburi

    Sai Yok District

    Lum Sum

Day 6

Full-Day Sightseeing in Ayutthaya

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Full-Day Sightseeing in Ayutthaya

Your tour guide will pick you up in the lobby. The drive to Ayutthaya takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. You visit Wat Phanancherng, home to the oldest bronze Buddha image in Ayutthaya and admire Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, built in 1357 of King U-Thong. Explore Ayutthaya Historical Park and Wat Phra Mahathat. Its structure became the traditional model for temples nationwide. Then visit Wat Phra Si Sanphet, the most important temple within the royal palace and the original temple of the Emerald Buddha.

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    Accommodation

    akyra TAS Sukhumvit Bangkok5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bang Pa-In Palace

    Wat Phanan Choeng

    Wat Yai Chai Mongkol

    Ayutthaya Historical Park

    Wat Mahathat

    Wat Phra Si Sanphet

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kanchanaburi to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

    Private Driver from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya to Bangkok

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Sai Yok District

    Ban Len

    Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

    Phai Ling

    Bangkok

Day 7

Fly to Chiang Mai

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Fly to Chiang Mai

This morning, you'll be transferred to the airport to take a domestic flight to Chiang Mai, when you arrive you'll be taken to your hotel in the city. This will take most of the day. You'll be free to explore Chiang Mai when you arrive. The city has a charm like no other place in Thailand; the heart of the ancient Lanna Kingdom in Chiang Mai life goes at a slow pace and traditions are held close to the heart.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chiang MaiOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport

    Plane from Bangkok to Chiang MaiOptional Activity

    Private Driver from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chiang Mai

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bangkok

    Chiang Mai

Day 8

Chiang Mai City Tour

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Chiang Mai City Tour

Today, visit temples in the old town of Chiang Mai. First, Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in the city. Then, we go to Wat Phra Singh where there is Phra Chao Thong Tip, the most revered Buddha statue in northern Thailand. Then we go to Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phantao, a beautiful wooden temple. After lunch, visit Warorot and Ton Lamyai markets. Warorot Market is the centre of Chinatown in Chiang Mai. Finish the day at a Chinese shrine and learn about the Chinese community of Chiang Mai.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chiang Mai Old City

    Wat Chiang Man

    Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan

    Wat Chedi Luang

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Chiang Mai

Day 9

Doi Inthanon National Park

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Doi Inthanon National Park

Leave early for Doi Inthanon National Park, the highest mountain in Thailand. We will drive to the top of Doi Inthanon, where we visit the two chedis, built for the 60th birthday of the king and queen. Afterwards, visit the Karen village, Ban Mae Klang Luang. On the way, stop at the Hmong market which is part of a Royal Project. Spend some time in the village to learn about growing coffee and try a cup if you like. Return to Chiang Mai stopping at the Vachirathan Waterfall on the way.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Doi Suthep-Pui National Park

    Wachirathan Waterfall

    Ban Mae Klang Luang

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Chiang Mai

    Ban Luang

Day 10

Explore Chiang Mai

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Explore Chiang Mai

This trendy northern town will charm you into submission. Many people come to the city and never want to leave! From the quaint yet modern coffee shops to delicious and healthy food and get markets, Chiang Mai strikes a balance of old and new with tradition hiding round every corner. Home to some of the oldest temples in Thailand, Chiang Mai is still Lanna at heart! Spend your day shopping, exploring and relaxing in this mountainous city.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chiang MaiOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Chiang Mai

Day 11

Elephant Sanctuary Day

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Elephant Sanctuary Day

This morning we will leave the hotel for the Thai Elephant Care Center, which is the last home for older
elephants. On arrival, you will be briefed on Asian elephants and safety before changing uniform. Afterwards, you will visit the older elephants and get to know them better. After lunch, visit Elephant Poo Poo Paper Park, an environmentally friendly, outdoor museum park where paper is made from elephant dung. Your guide will explain the plight of the Asian elephant.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Thai Elephant Care Centre

    Elephant Poopoopaper Park Chiang Mai

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Chiang Mai

    Mae Raem

Day 12

Fly to Khao Sok and Night Safari

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Fly to Khao Sok and Night Safari

Early morning, head to the airport for your flight to Phuket. The driver will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Khao Sok. Arrive at Our Jungle Camp and explore the vast property, we highly recommend visiting the Organic Farm or explore the riverbank of the Sok River and nature trails. At 7 pm, you will meet with your guide to go on a night safari in Khao Sok National Park. Try your luck and look out for the world’s smallest deer, a civet cat, insects, and maybe even a slow loris.

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    Accommodation

    Our Jungle Camp - Eco Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Khao Sok Night Safari

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai International Airport

    Plane from Chiang Mai to PhuketOptional Activity

    Private Driver from Phuket International Airport to Khao Sok National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Chiang Mai

    Phanom District

    Khao Sok

Day 13

"Little Guilin" Explore Cheow Lan Lake

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"Little Guilin" Explore Cheow Lan Lake

Wake up early for breakfast, at 8.30 am, meet at the reception area to transfer to Takun town. En route, stop at a local market. At 10:30 explore the lake by local long-tail boat taking in the scenery of striking white limestone cliffs and emerald green waters. Visit secluded inlets and “Little Guilin” where you can jump from the boat for a swim. Continue to your raft house in time for a 3-course lunch served at the water's edge. In the afternoon, you can choose from a range of activities.

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    Accommodation

    Panvaree The Greenery3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Coral Cave

    Nam Talu CaveOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Our Jungle Camp - Eco Resort to Anan Takun

    Boat from Anan Takun to Cheow Lan Lake

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Phanom District

    Ban Ta Khun District

    Khao Phang

Day 14

A Morning on Cheow Lan Lake and Phuket

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A Morning on Cheow Lan Lake and Phuket

Start the day with an early morning safari (6:30 am) by boat, keep an eye out for dusky langurs, macaques, gibbons or even wild elephants. Morning times are very special; the morning mist and gibbon calls provide a unique serenity. Following breakfast, enjoy the surrounding natural beauty, take a canoe out on the lake, swim or relax. At around 10 am, say goodbye to the raft house and return to Cheow Lan Lake Pier where you transfer to Phuket.

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    Accommodation

    My Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Wildlife Boat Safari on Cheow Lan Lake

    My Beach ResortOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Boat from Panvaree The Greenery to CheoLan Pier (Ratchaprapha Pier)

    Private Driver from Cheow Lan Lake to Bang Rong Pier

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Ban Ta Khun District

    Surat Thani

    Phuket

    Wichit

Day 15

Relax in Phuket

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Relax in Phuket

You may wish to spend today with one foot constantly in the sand. You can sunbathe and swim as and when you please in this island paradise. There are many beaches to be found and fun activities to be discovered here, feel free to explore as you wish - Phuket is a big island! Alternatively, you may wish to explore Phuket Old Town, do some shopping or check out the graffiti.

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    Accommodation

    My Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Phuket Old TownOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Phuket

Day 16

Relax in Phuket

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Relax in Phuket

You may wish to spend today with one foot constantly in the sand. You can sunbathe and swim as and when you please in this island paradise. There are many beaches to be found and fun activities to be discovered here, feel free to explore as you wish - Phuket is a big island! Alternatively, you may wish to explore Phuket Old Town, do some shopping or check out the graffiti.

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    Accommodation

    My Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in PhuketOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Phuket

Day 17

Relax in Phuket

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Relax in Phuket

Spend today by the pool with a good book and cocktail taking a break only to swim or nap! To take a break, you may wish to pick up all of these activities and take them to the beach! Phuket is a big island with many natural vistas, today, you could go snorkelling at some of the best spots along the coast. Make sure you come back to your hotel in time for sunset, this is one of the best places in Thailand to catch it!

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    Accommodation

    My Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    My Beach ResortOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Phuket

    Wichit

Day 18

Departure from Phuket

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Departure from Phuket

This day marks the end of your full Thailand package. You'll be transferred to the airport in time for your flight back to Bangkok, from there, connect to your international departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Phuket to Phuket International Airport

    Plane from Phuket to BangkokOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Phuket

Included in Price

  • 17 nights accommodation
  • 28 activities
  • 17 breakfasts and 4 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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