Women-Only: Amazing Thailand

• Bangkok
• From approx. $45 Per Person

Early morning drives out of Bangkok and first stop to visit Mae Klong railway market. The market is also called Talad Rom Hoop, roughly translates to closing an umbrella or awning. As the name suggests, part of the market is situated on the railway. Every morning till late in the evening, this market springs to life selling a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, snacks, and clothes and accessories. However, what makes the market unique and exciting is the fact that a train will run through the market, the action at the railway market begins several minutes before the train is due to pass through the market. As soon as the siren signals the arrival of the train, everything stops. Shoppers will hop off the tracks, and vendors will quickly pack their goods and prepare to close/retract their awnings from the train track as the train passes by. This process happens fairly quickly since the awning poles have wheels attached. Once the train is gone, its business as usual as if nothing happened. For the locals, they are neither excited nor annoyed by this event since the market has been here long before the railway. Next, continue drive to the colorful floating market of Damneon Saduak. It’s great fun watching merchants selling food, produce, baskets and other wares from their boats. Photo ops abound!

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Note: This optional activity is available on Day 5.

• Bangkok
• From approx. $50 Per Person

Discover why Bangkok has been nicknamed the “Venice of the East!” Depart your hotel to Thornburi, situated on the right bank of the river, where you’ll board a private motorboat and ride along the canals to get a firsthand impression of the scenic life along the city’s waterways. A stop will also be made at the Royal Barge Museum.

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Note: This optional activity is available as an afternoon tour on Day 3.

• Bangkok
• From approx. $40 Per Person

This not-to-be-missed morning guided tour takes you to the Imperial Grand Palace, one of the most beautiful examples of ancient Siamese architecture. Former residence of the Kings, the mile-square palace grounds contain the greatest concentration of Thai arts and architecture in the country, including the Temple of the “Emerald Buddha.” 

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Note: This optional activity is available as a morning tour on Day 5. A dress code is strictly enforced at the Grand Palace. Men must wear long pants, and women must cover their legs to just above the knee. Avoid wearing tight-fitting stretch pants or “revealing” clothing, and refrain from wearing sleeveless shirts or showing your shoulders.

• Bangkok
• From approx. $58 Per Person, dinner included

This “must” evening begins with a sumptuous Thai and international buffet dinner. Dinner is followed with an extravagantly staged performance depicting Thailand’s historical and spiritual heritage. Boasting over 150 dazzling performers and state-of-the-art special effects, this $40 million production takes you on a journey to the enchanting Kingdom of Siam. Transfers from the hotel and back are included.

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Note: This optional activity is available as an evening tour on Day 4. 

• Bangkok
• From approx. $65 Per Person, dinner included

Enjoy a sumptuous Asian dinner while slowly drifting along the Chao Phraya River. This is a relaxing way to see the scenic river life by night firsthand.

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Note: This optional activity is available as an afternoon tour on Day 3 and conflicts with the Klongs tour. Travelers may select either this tour or the Grand Pearl Cruise tour, but cannot book both.

• Chiang Rai
• From approx. $35 Per Person

An unforgettable and exciting awaits as you board a longtail boat for a ride up the Mae Kok River. En-route visit a temple located in a beautiful cave. Proceed to the Karen Hilltribe village at Baan Ruam Mid for an unforgettable visit. The hill-tribe members maintain their own distinct culture, religion, and language. You’ll see the unique way of life passed down from generation to generation within this minority group. Continue to visit Wat Huay Prakan and then Wat Rong Suea Ten or the “Blue Temple,” renowned for its magnificent blue interior, colorful murals, and immense white Buddha image.

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Note: This optional activity is available as a morning tour on Day 9.

• Chiang Mai
• From approx. $32 Per Person

Enjoy a dinner featuring local specialties, followed by a breathtaking performance of songs and dance by members of local hilltribes dressed in traditional garb.

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Note: This optional activity is available as an evening tour on Day 10.

• Chiang Mai
• From approx. $32 Per Person

Explore this charming city and visit some of its most interesting temples. The highlight is the golden, gleaming Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, tucked away in the mountains at 3,500 feet above sea level, a sacred place for many Thai people with simply divine views. Here you’ll have the opportunity to take part in the morning offerings and prayers with the local monks.

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Note: This optional activity is available as a morning tour on Day 12 and conflicts with the Local Life: Chiang Mai Rickshaw Explorer tour and the Essence of Chiang Mai: Full-Day Coffee & Jungle Trail excursion. Travelers may select either this tour or the Local Life: Chiang Mai Rickshaw Explorer tour or the Essence of Chiang Mai tour, but cannot more than one of these three tours.

• Chiang Mai
• From approx. $38 Per Person

On our optional tour, we’ll depart this morning and travel approximately 25 miles to Hmong Mae Sa Mai. We’ll begin at the Hmong Mae Sa Mai Learning Center where we’ll meet a staff member and learn more about the Hmong people from their history, way of life and beliefs, and equipment and tools for agriculture. Afterwards, we’ll walk through the village to observe their way of life. Afterwards, stop at the orchid farm en route back to Chiang Mai.

Note: Please bear in mind that the villagers may not be at home as they might be in fields, farms, or town for their own work. Even those who are home may not dress in their traditional costume or may wear part of their traditional costume. Only the staff at the learning center will dress up in full.

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Note: This optional activity is available on Day 13.

Set on the Chao Phraya River, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Bangkok Menam Riverside features luxury rooms, free shuttle boat, spa and pool.

2074 Charoenkrung Road, Bangkorlaem, Bangkok, 10120, Thailand

Conveniently located with spa and outdoor pool.

68/33 Akathodsarod Road, A. Muang, Phitsanulok, 65000, Thailand

Set in the inner city, this comfortable 100-room hotel is decorated with folk art.

138/38 Paholyothin Road, Suandok, Lampang, 52000, Thailand

This relaxing haven welcomes with an outdoor pool and Bodhi Tree Spa, offering traditional Thai massage and more.

183 Moo 3 Rimkok Subdistrict, Muang, Chiangrai, 57100, Thailand

This centrally located hotel features an outdoor pool with bar, fitness center and concierge services.

199/42 Chang Klan Rd., Chiang Mai, 50100, Thailand