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Visiting Thailand during the Lantern Festival offers a truly magical experience, especially in the vibrant cities of Bangkok and Phuket. In Bangkok, the bustling capital, you can witness the stunning Loy Krathong celebrations, where thousands of glowing lanterns illuminate the Chao Phraya River, creating a mesmerizing spectacle against the city's skyline. Meanwhile, Phuket, known for its stunning beaches and lively atmosphere, hosts enchanting lantern release ceremonies on its shores, where visitors can partake in releasing lanterns into the night sky, symbolizing the letting go of past misfortunes. The festival also brings with it a host of cultural performances, traditional Thai dances, and local street food feasts, offering a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Thailand’s rich culture and vibrant traditions. Combining the excitement of Bangkok with the serene beaches of Phuket during the Lantern Festival makes for an unforgettable journey filled with beauty, spirituality, and celebration.
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Itineraries
DAY 1
ARRIVAL IN BANGKOK
ARRIVAL AT SUVARNABHUMI AIRPORT (BKK) AND TRANSFER TO YOUR 4-STAR HOTEL IN BANGKOK (E.G., AMARA BANGKOK OR NOVOTEL BANGKOK).
CHECK-IN AND RELAX AT THE HOTEL.
EVENING: WELCOME DINNER AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT AND FREE TIME TO EXPLORE ASIATIQUE THE RIVERFRONT NIGHT MARKET.
DAY 2
BANGKOK CITY TOUR
FULL-DAY GUIDED TOUR OF BANGKOK’S ICONIC SITES INCLUDING THE GRAND PALACE, WAT PHO (TEMPLE OF THE RECLINING BUDDHA), AND WAT ARUN (TEMPLE OF DAWN).
LUNCH AT A RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT.
AFTERNOON: VISIT THE FLOWER MARKET (PAK KHLONG TALAT) AND CHINATOWN.
EVENING: SUNSET DINNER CRUISE ON THE CHAO PHRAYA RIVER.
DAY 3
DAY TRIP TO AYUTTHAYA
FULL-DAY TOUR TO AYUTTHAYA, THE ANCIENT CAPITAL OF THAILAND, INCLUDING VISITS TO WAT MAHATHAT, WAT PHRA SI SANPHET, AND THE SUMMER PALACE (BANG PA-IN).
INCLUDES LUNCH AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT.
EVENING: RETURN TO BANGKOK FOR FREE TIME OR SHOPPING AT MBK CENTER OR SIAM PARAGON.
DAY 4
EXPLORATION AND SHOPPING IN BANGKOK
MORNING: VISIT THE ICONIC JIM THOMPSON HOUSE AND LEARN ABOUT THAI SILK HERITAGE.
AFTERNOON: SHOPPING TOUR TO CHATUCHAK WEEKEND MARKET OR TERMINAL 21 FOR UNIQUE FINDS AND SOUVENIRS.
EVENING: OPTIONAL THAI COOKING CLASS OR FREE TIME TO ENJOY BANGKOK'S VIBRANT NIGHTLIFE.
DAY 5
TRANSFER TO PHUKET AND BEACH TIME
MORNING: CHECK-OUT AND FLIGHT TO PHUKET.
ARRIVAL IN PHUKET AND TRANSFER TO YOUR 4-STAR BEACH RESORT (E.G., HOLIDAY INN RESORT PHUKET OR DEEVANA PATONG RESORT & SPA).
DAY: RELAX AND ENJOY THE BEACH OR RESORT FACILITIES.
EVENING: DINNER AT A BEACHFRONT RESTAURANT IN PATONG.
DAY 6
PHI PHI ISLAND TOUR
FULL-DAY BOAT TOUR TO THE FAMOUS PHI PHI ISLANDS, INCLUDING SNORKELING, SWIMMING, AND RELAXING ON THE BEACHES OF MAYA BAY AND BAMBOO ISLAND.
INCLUDES LUNCH ON THE BOAT.
EVENING: RETURN TO PHUKET AND DINNER AT LEISURE.
DAY 7
PHUKET CULTURAL TOUR AND RELAXATION
MORNING: HALF-DAY TOUR TO PHUKET OLD TOWN, BIG BUDDHA, AND WAT CHALONG.
AFTERNOON: RELAX ON THE BEACH OR ENJOY WATER ACTIVITIES LIKE KAYAKING OR PADDLEBOARDING.
EVENING: FAREWELL DINNER WITH TRADITIONAL THAI DANCE SHOW.
DAY 8
DEPARTURE FROM PHUKET
MORNING: CHECK-OUT FROM THE HOTEL AND TRANSFER TO PHUKET INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (HKT) FOR DEPARTURE.
- Domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket
- 4 nights accommodation in Bangkok at a 4-star hotel (e.g., Amara Bangkok, Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn)
- 3 nights accommodation in Phuket at a 4-star hotel (e.g., Novotel Phuket Kata Avista Resort, Best Western Patong Beach)
- Daily breakfast
- Guided city tours in Bangkok and Phuket
- Day trip to Ayutthaya from Bangkok
- Full-day island hopping tour in Phuket (Phi Phi Islands or Phang Nga Bay)
- Tickets to cultural shows and activities
- Local transportation for tours and excursions
- Entrance fees to select historical sites and attractions
- Some meals (where specified)
International flights
Airport transfers
Gratuity
Travel visa
Travel insurance
Any other cost, item or activity not listed in “what’s included” section.
No. U.S. citizen tourists entering Thailand for fewer than 30 days do not require a visa. A valid passport is required and it is recommend that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your entry into Thailand to ease entry.
You should purchase your airfare as soon as you receive your Thailand confirmation email.
The arrival and departure airport is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
The arrival and departure airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT).
We provide complimentary roundtrip airport transfers in Thailand.
You’ll stay 4 nights in Bangkok , 4 nights in Chiang Mai, 3 nights in Phuket, all 5 star accommodations.
Totally the opposite. We understand the importance of intimate groups. Our trips are designed for a more high touch and exclusive experience. You get access that you probably wouldn’t get with a larger group. This unique experience allows you to create a community amongst your fellow travelers. Giving you insider access that larger groups aren’t afforded.
Travel insurance with the option for trip cancellation is NOT required to attend this Thailand trip.
Not at all! We will have a bilingual tour guide. However, to know a few words would not be a bad thing. In fact, it may increase your experience in Thailand and make it more rewarding if you are able to speak some of the native language with the locals.
Guidebooks for Thailand such as Lonely Planet, can provide some very good summaries about the country’s history and culture which will enhance your experience of your trip.
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