7-Nights Short Escape: Thailand - Luxury Tailor Made Travel from $7,340

Abercrombie & Kent

OFFER ID 1560692

Short Escape: Thailand
Travel with your private party on this Luxury Tailor Made Journey, departing when you choose and with expert local guides leading the way; you can even customize the itinerary to your interests.

Discover Thailand’s cultural and spiritual heritage on insightful visits to the shimmering, gold-plated Reclining Buddha in Bangkok, the lush forests and rice paddies of Chiang Rai and temple-rich Chiang Mai.

7 nights from $7,340 per person

Itinerary

Abercrombie & Kent: Short Escape: Thailand

Day 1 BANGKOK, THAILAND

Arrive in Bangkok, where you are met, and enjoy VIP arrival assistance before being transferred to your luxury hotel.

The Peninsula Bangkok

Meals:

Day 2 BANGKOK

Head off on your private boat to discover the spiritual and regal aspects of Thai culture. Arrive at the glittering Grand Palace just when it opens to beat the crowds. See the highly revered Emerald Buddha statue located on site. Continue to visit the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles, where you can admire the Queen Mother’s elegant collection of ball gowns and fashionable clothing. Then, zip over on a tuk-tuk to see the impressive 150-foot-long reclining Buddha at Wat Pho before taking a break to enjoy an hour-long massage. Enjoy home-style Thai cuisine for lunch at a hip local restaurant, and then return to your hotel.

The Peninsula Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 BANGKOK

Explore the life of Bangkok’s meandering rivers and sleepy canals in some of the oldest parts of the city. Travelling on your private boat, cross the river into a quieter, lesser-seen part of town and alight at a local Buddhist temple for a stroll through an old residential district. Wander down a series of backstreets and alleyways to explore a 200-year-old Thai-Portuguese community that still holds onto the cultural heritage of their European trader ancestors. Then, hop back on your riverboat to visit a centuries-old wooden house on stilts, which has a vintage gallery and plenty of Old World charm.

The Peninsula Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 CHIANG RAI

Fly to tranquil Chiang Rai. Check in to your camp, which is set on a ridge overlooking the hills of Myanmar and Laos. Relax at leisure, spending your time here as you choose.

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 CHIANG RAI

You may opt to venture via longtail boat onto one of Asia’s most famous waterways, the mighty Mekong River. Or, partake in a hands-on culinary experience at Spice Spoons, where you learn the art of Northern Thai cooking. Alternately, opt to book a 60-minute spa treatment or a 60-minute private yoga or Pilates class at your hotel.

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 CHIANG MAI

After a morning at leisure, enjoy lunch at your hotel before driving overland to Chiang Mai, stopping at the Blue and White Temples en route. Check in to your elegant hotel, tucked amid a working rice farm in the lovely Mae Rim Valley.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 CHIANG MAI

Head out for an excursion to uncover the hidden life of the city, both past and present. Pass through the 13th-century city gate and explore the old part of town. See the Three Kings Monument and visit the Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center. Later, learn about Northern Thai design at the Lanna Architecture Center. Next, discover Northern Thai specialties at Warorot Market. Afterward, taste Northern Thailand’s signature noodle dish, khao soi, for lunch.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 CHIANG MAI

Transfer to the airport and fly to Bangkok, where you connect with your international departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Featured Destinations

Chiang Mai

Chiang Rai

Bangkok

Bangkok is chief port capital of Thailand and one of the most important cities in Southeast Asia. It is the epitome of the country's kaleidoscopic blend of old and new. It is an expression of Thai respect for tradition coupled with their vibrant involvement with modern progress. Rama I built the walled Grand Palace, which contains Temple of the Emerald Buddha. During the 19th century, Bangkok was known as the Venice of the East because of its many canals, which served as streets and commercial thoroughfares. Houses perched along the banks of the remaining canals are still common sight. Some of Bangkok’s most distinctive features are the approximately 400 Buddhist temples, known as wats. Bangkok is Thailand's economic center. Other sights to see include Temples, monuments, museums, Vimarnmekh Mansion, and Jim Thompson’s House.

Excursions

Bangkok City tour

BANGKOK CITY TOUR

Destination: Bangkok
Tour Duration: 8 hours (2.5 hours of transfer per way between Laem Chabang Sea Port and Bangkok city centre, 3 hours of experience)

Tour Description:
From its beginnings as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya Kingdom in the 15th century, Bangkok has expanded to become one of Asia’s most exciting capital cities with over 14 million people. From the port, drive 2.5hr to Bangkok for lunch. Then visit Grand Palace, one of the most impressive palaces in Southeast Asia, the vast 94ha (233ac) grounds encompass more than 100 buildings including the Royal Residence and Throne Halls, government offices and the renowned Wat Phra Kaew, home to the most revered Buddha image in Thailand, the Emerald Buddha (which is actually made of jade or jasper, rather than emerald). Continue to Wat Pho, one of the oldest temples in Bangkok, and home to the famous 45m (148ft) reclining Buddha as well as the original school of traditional Thai massage. Return to the port and your ship in late afternoon.

08.30 hrs Docking time.
09.30 hrs Departure to Bangkok from Laem Chabang Sea Port (2.5 hours drive).
12.00 hrs Arrive Bangkok for Lunch at local restaurant.
13.00 hrs Visit Grand Palace.
14.00 hrs Visit Wat Pho.
15.00 hrs Return to Laem Chabang Sea Port (2.5 hours drive).
17.30 hrs Arrive Laem Chabang Sea Port.

NOTES:

Pick up time: 09:30
If docking at Laem Chabang Port, clients will need at least 2 days in port in order to take a full-day shore excursion to Bangkok, taking into account the 2 - 3 hour drive each way from Laem Chabang Port into downtown Bangkok (subject to traffic, road conditions, and ship’s departure time). If clients have only one day in port, there is only time for a half-day excursion to Bangkok.
If docking at Klong Toey Port, clients need at least 2 days in port for a full-day shore excursion to Bangkok and beyond (i.e. Ayutthaya, etc.) taking into account the 1.5 - 2 hour drive to Ayutthaya each way (subject to traffic, road conditions, and ship’s departure time). If clients have only one day in port, a half-day excursion to Bangkok is possible, but there will not be enough time to visit Ayutthaya and surrounding areas.
Travel Documentation: All clients must be in possession of a valid passport and necessary visas or permits at the commencement of travel. All such documentation is the sole responsibility of the client. Our company does not accept any responsibility or liability whatsoever for the failure of clients to obtain appropriate documentation.
These following clothes are strictly not allowed in Grand Palace: Shorts, mini-skirts, short skirts, tight fitting trousers, and tights; See-through shirts and blouses, as well as culottes or quarter length trousers; Sleeveless shirts or vests; Sandals (without ankle or heel straps); Rolled-up-sleeved shirts; Sweatshirts and sweatpants, wind-cheaters, pajamas and fisherman trousers.

Inclusions:
• Private transfer
• Port pick-up and drop-off
• Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
• Entrance fees
• Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
• Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Non-inclusions:
• Thailand Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
• Other meals where not mention in the program
• Drinks/ waters on meals
• Singapore visa
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Tips and Gratuities
• Other services not listed in inclusive column

Bangkok City By Helicopter

BANGKOK CITY BY HELICOPTER

Destination: Bangkok
Tour Duration:

Tour Description:
Enjoy an amazing bird’s eye view of sprawling Bangkok on a thrilling 30 minute helicopter ride. From the port, depart on a 2hr drive to AA Bangkok Base where you begin your helicopter flight over Rajamangala National Stadium, the home stadium for the Thailand national football team, and the Erawan Museum shaped in the form of a three-headed elephant. From there, fly over the nearby provinces of Phra Samut Chedi, Paknum Samutprakarn and the Ancient City Museum, a massive 81ha (200ac) outdoor museum shaped like the country of Thailand. Continue over the mudflats and mangroves of Bang Poo and past the Bhumibol Bridge and Rama IX Bridge over the Chao Phraya River. On the way back, fly over Bangkok’s Silom area before landing at the AA Bangkok Base. Return to the port and your ship.

NOTES:

Suggested departure time: 10:00 (not including 2hr drive from/to Laem Chabang Port each way).
Capacity: Maximum 5 pax.
Vehicle: Car / 9-seater minivan.
Landing at the following helipads in the city centre are available on request (surcharge applies): UBC II Tower, Charn Issara II Tower, Bangkok City Tower, Peninsula Bangkok, Amari Atrium, etc. Air space above the Grand Palace and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) are designated no-fly zones.

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

01/01/2024 - 12/31/2024

from $7,340 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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from $7,340 per person

Length

7 Nights

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Vacation Rating

Luxury
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Remarks

Prices are per person, double occupancy and include internal air where applicable. Holiday surcharge may apply. Departure dates, prices and availability may change at any time. Some restrictions may apply.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

OFFER ID

1560692

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