Thailand · 15 Days / 14 Nights · From $1,801 AUD
Explore Thailand's highlights from bustling Bangkok to tropical islands on this 15-day adventure. Trek through northern hillside villages and stay with traditional hilltribes, kayak on mountain rivers, explore ancient temples and spot wildlife in the Khao Sok rainforest. Cap it off with beach days on Ko Samui and the sea turtle conservation centre near Phuket. Mix of guided activities and free time to explore.
Welcome meeting at 6pm. Bangkok orientation walk to get your bearings in Thailand's sprawling capital. Free time for street food in one of the world's best eating cities.
Overnight: Hotel.
Free day in Bangkok — explore the Grand Palace, Chatuchak Market or take a long-tail boat through the canals.
Evening 13-hour overnight sleeper train north to Chiang Mai.
Overnight: Sleeper train.
Morning arrival in Chiang Mai. Orientation walk through the old city. Evening visit to the Night Bazaar & Anusarn Market — a highlight for street food and local crafts.
Overnight: Hotel.
Drive to Mae Malai Market to stock up on supplies. Visit Mok Fah Waterfall.
4-hour trek (8km) through forest. Arrive at Mae Ma Nai Hilltribe Village. Home-cooked dinner with your hosts.
Overnight: Hilltribe homestay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5-hour trek (10km) through farmland and jungle. Visit multiple hilltribe villages along the way. Arrive at Pong Ngan Lahu Village.
Overnight: Hilltribe homestay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning kayaking on the Mae Taeng River (2-3 hours). Return to Chiang Mai. Free evening.
Overnight: Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Free day — optional activities include Muay Thai, an elephant sanctuary, a Thai cooking class or temple visits.
Evening sleeper train back to Bangkok.
Overnight: Sleeper train.
Meals: Breakfast
Morning arrival in Bangkok. Free day to rest or explore. 6pm group meeting followed by an evening exploring Bangkok's streets.
Overnight: Hotel.
Visit Wat Pho — home to the stunning 46m Reclining Buddha. Afternoon free.
Evening 13-hour overnight train south to Surat Thani.
Overnight: Sleeper train.
Morning arrival at Surat Thani. Bus and ferry to Ko Samui (approximately 4 hours).
Free afternoon on the beaches. Group dinner together.
Overnight: Resort.
Half-day guided island tour. Visit the iconic Big Buddha. Optional visit to Na Muang waterfalls.
Evening group dinner.
Overnight: Resort.
Full free day. Optional Ang Thong Marine Park day trip, Koh Tao snorkelling or visit an elephant sanctuary.
Overnight: Resort.
Transfer to Khao Sok (4.5 hours). Longtail boat to a rafthouse on the stunning Chiew Larn Lake.
Evening jungle safari spotting wildlife.
Overnight: Rafthouse.
Meals: Dinner
Morning longtail boat and waterfall hike. Visit the moving Khao Lak Tsunami Memorial and the Sea Turtle Conservation Centre.
Evening arrival in Phuket.
Overnight: Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Trip ends. Free departure — extend your stay to enjoy Phuket's beaches or continue to nearby islands.
Meals: Breakfast
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15 days from Bangkok to Phuket — hilltribe homestays, Mae Taeng kayaking, Khao Sok rainforest rafthouse and Ko Samui beaches. From just $1,801 AUD per person.