Harmony of Thailand: Temples, Tides & Traditions

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Amazing Experience

Overview

  • Arrive in Bangkok and settle into the tranquil, heritage charm of Ariyasom Villa.
  • Unwind at leisure or explore Bangkok’s vibrant streets, temples, and wellness traditions.
  • Experience meditation and a Monk Chat at Wat Suan Dok, gaining insight into Thai spirituality.
  • In Chiang Mai, witness dawn almsgiving at Doi Suthep and connect with elephants at Kanta Sanctuary.
  • Celebrate the Yi Peng Lantern Festival, releasing glowing lanterns beneath Chiang Mai’s starlit sky.

 

Trip Includes

  • 2-night accommodation at Ariyasom Villa (Deluxe Room) based on twin share
  • 5-night accommodation at RatiLanna Riverside Spa Resort Chiang Mai (Deluxe Room) based on twin share
  • All transfers and transportation is by private, air-conditioned coach (One Group transfer meeting one flight only on arrival and departure is included.)
  • Entrances and tours as noted below:
  • Meditation and Monk Discourse
  • A Morning with the Monks
  • Kanta Elephant Sanctuary Visit
  • Temple Viewpoint and Hilltribes
  • VIP Package at the Yi Peng Lantern Festival
  • Meals as noted below:
  • 8 breakfasts
  • 3 lunches
  • 2 dinners
  • Government/local taxes at existing rates
  • Domestic airfares

 

Trip Excludes

  • International airfares, departure taxes & fuel surcharges, seat selection
  • Additional charges will apply for extra transfers if anyone in the group is arriving or departing on different flights
  • Any future fuel surcharges on land arrangements or additional costs due to COVID rules
  • Personal items
  • Changes in Government taxes and/or city taxes
  • Optional Tours
  • Meals unless listed in itinerary or above
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa/passport handling fees

 

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are from per person based on twin/double share accommodation, subject to availability and current exchange rates, based on a minimum of 10 passengers.  Seasonal surcharges and black-out dates may apply.  Please enquire about airfare, single supplements, extensions/changes to itinerary or upgrades.   

 

Upon arriving in Bangkok, meet your dedicated guide who will escort the group through customs and to your private transfer. Enjoy a serene journey to the tranquil Ariyasom Villa, your haven in Bangkok for the next two nights.

 

Arrive in Bangkok

 

Your Accommodation

Ariyasom Villa

AriyasomVilla is a luxury boutique hotel and spa in Bangkok built around charming authentic 1940's Thai heritage house. When first built, the villa was considered to be in the outskirts of the City but over the last 70+ years the City has pushed out to the east and we are now in the very centre of town. When the Hotel was built the intentions were to build something with an authentic "Thai" feeling. AriyasomVilla is a small luxury boutique hotel with just 24 guestrooms, restaurant (Na Aroon), Thai Spa (Som Sen), small function room and meditation hall.

Ariyasom Villa

Spend a relaxing day at leisure to explore the vibrant city of Bangkok or unwind at the hotel with your group. Enjoy wellness amenities, or connect with your travel companions over optional activities.

Meal

Breakfast

Embark on a guided afternoon of spiritual renewal, beginning with a meditation practice at Wat Suan Dok temple. Learn traditional meditation techniques with a local expert in this sacred space, and conclude with a unique "Monk Chat" for insights into Thai spirituality and Buddhist monastic life. Return to the hotel rejuvenated and inspired.

Meal

Breakfast

 

Spiritual Afternoon with Meditation & Monk Discourse

 

Your Accommodation

Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort

Rati Lanna Riverside Spa Resort is a luxury boutique resort nestled serenely along the bank of the Mae Ping River in center of Lanna historical city. Chiang Mai is only minutes away and the hotel is close to the city's popular Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. All 75 luxurious guestrooms feature private balconies, widescreen plasma televisions, home theatre, broadband internet and bathrooms with built-in LCD TVs and rain showers. RatiLanna, the 5 star luxury resort, offers the highest standard of services and tasteful facilities.

Ratilanna Riverside Spa Resort

An early morning excursion takes you to the revered Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for an awe-inspiring alms-giving ceremony. Witness the monks' procession and admire sweeping city views. Continue to Wat Umong for a blessing ceremony by a local monk, followed by a reflective meal of traditional khao soi noodles at a local restaurant.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

Spend an immersive day at Kanta Elephant Sanctuary, where the group will interact with elephants in a natural, ethical environment. Learn about their behaviors, feed and bathe these gentle giants, and savor lunch at a local spot, forging a deep connection with these majestic creatures.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

Begin with a serene visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for spectacular views and insights into Thai Buddhist practices. Continue with a coffee-tasting experience and meet the Hmong hill tribe, learning about their unique culture and traditions during an insightful visit.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

As evening descends, the group will be escorted to the stunning Yi Peng Lantern Festival. This VIP experience includes traditional Lanna-style dining, cultural performances, and the breathtaking release of illuminated lanterns into the night sky—a moment of unity and spiritual beauty shared with your group.

Meal

Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight, departing Chiang Mai with memories of shared wellness and cultural experiences.

Meal

Breakfast

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