ASIA
Thailand : Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers, guaranteed
Exploring Thailand from the cosmopolitan south to the remote northern hill tribes, you’ll witness Buddhist monks receiving alms at a dawn ceremony ... walk alongside a jungle stream to a waterfall ... and experience the bustle of Bangkok’s floating market. You’ll also get an insider’s perspective into Thai culture as you spend A Day in the Life of Ban Na Sraloi Village, join a local family for a Home-Hosted Dinner, and more.
16 days starting from $4,695
including international airfare from Los Angeles
Single Supplement: $895
Departure Dates: Jan-May; Aug-Dec
Activity Level: Moderately Easy
IT'S INCLUDED
- 14 nights accommodation
- International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges unless you choose to make your own air arrangements
- All land transportation and 1 internal flight
- 32 meals—14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 8 dinners (including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner)
- 20 small group activities
- Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- 5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U.S.
Depart the U.S. today for your international flight to Bangkok.
DAY 2 • Arrive in Bangkok, Thailand
Your O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader will greet you and accompany you to your hotel, where you’ll meet the travelers who joined the pre-trip extension to Malaysia & Singapore: A Beacon of Cultural Diversity.
Bizotel Premier Hotel or similar
DAY 3 • Bangkok • Visit Kudi Chin community • Lunch in local home
Today your Trip Experience Leader gives you a briefing about Bangkok. Then, we’ll visit Kudi Chin, a diverse district settled by Portuguese traders in the 17th century that grew to become a thriving international community. We’ll join a local for lunch in their home, then enjoy a cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
Meals: B,L | Bizotel Premier Hotel or similar
DAY 4 • Explore Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha • Controversial Topic: LGBTQ+ rights in Thailand
Explore the sprawling Grand Palace complex and pay a visit to the Emerald Buddha—carved from jade—that resides inside a golden-spired temple. Then, meet a local student activist for a conversation about the Controversial Topic of freedom of expression in Thailand—specifically the liberty to publicly criticize the government. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Then, we’ll return to our hotel via tuktuk, a popular local mode of transportation.
Meals: B,D | Bizotel Premier Hotel or similar
DAY 5 • Bangkok floating market • Transfer to Kanchanaburi • Visit the bridge on the River Kwai
After breakfast, we’ll journey to Kanchanaburi Province, stopping to visit one of Bangkok’s iconic floating markets on our way out of the city. After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll have the opportunity to walk across the famous bridge on the River Kwai. Later today, we’ll set off for our camp where the rest of the day is free.
Meals: B,L,D | Hin Tok River Camp or similar
DAY 6 • Visit Hellfire Pass • Boat ride on the River Kwai
This morning, we visit the Hellfire Pass Museum where we’ll trace the World War II history of the “Death Railroad,” before walking down the former River Kwai Railway. Then, our small group will board a longtail speedboat for a cruise on the River Kwai. We’ll return to our camp and have dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Meals: B,L,D | Hin Tok River Camp or similar
DAY 7 • Overland to Uthai Thani • Cruise on a traditional rice barge • Nakhon Sawan
Today, we’ll travel to Uthai Thani where we’ll board a traditional wooden rice barge and enjoy lunch as we cruise past peaceful scenes of river life. Then, early this afternoon, we’ll travel to the city of Nakhon Sawan where you’ll have free time to explore on your own.
Meals: B,L,D | 42C The Chic Hotel or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 7, enjoy a boat ride along the Tha Chin River, enjoying scenes of daily life along the riverbanks.
DAY 8 • Sukhothai Province • Explore Sukhothai Travel to Sukhothai
Province where we’ll have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, we’ll explore Sukhothai, home to Thailand’s largest collection of historic ruins and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As Siam’s first capital, it is considered the kingdom’s artistic and spiritual epicenter. Later this evening, we have dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: B,L,D | Le Charm Sukhothai Resort or similar
DAY 9 • A Day in the Life of a Thai village • Grand Circle Foundation school visit
Rise early to give alms to local monks. Then, we depart for A Day in the Life of Ban Na Sraloi village to visit a school supported by Grand Circle Foundation (when in session), meet farmers and community leaders, and enjoy a meal with the villagers.
Meals: B,L | Le Charm Sukhothai Resort or similar
DAY 10 • Overland to Chiang Mai • Home- Hosted Dinner
Depart for Chiang Mai—the principal city of the north, a major cultural center, and a favorite with visitors—with lunch at a local restaurant in Lampang along the way. After arriving and checking into our hotel, you’ll have some free time to get settled in before we take an orientation walk around the neighborhood. Tonight enjoy a Home-Hosted Dinner with a local family.
Meals: B,L,D | Amora Hotel Tapae or similar
DAY 11 • Chiang Mai • Visit Karen hill tribe • Elephant care center
Meet members of the Karen Long Neck Village and discover age-old traditions, including how the women of the village wear large rings around their necks to give the appearance of elongated necks. Then, enjoy a picnic lunch at an elephant care center, where we may have a chance to feed and help bathe the elephants living at the center.
Meals: B,L,D | Amora Hotel Tapae or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 11, visit an elephant care center near Chiang Mai, where we’ll see how local people help to rehabilitate and care for the animals.
DAY 12 • Chiang Mai • Optional Doi Inthanon National Park nature walk
Enjoy a free day in Chiang Mai to pursue individual discoveries. Or, you may join an optional tour to Doi Inthanon National Park for a nature walk through this natural reserve.
Meals: B | Amora Hotel Tapae or similar
DAY 13 • Overland to Chiang Rai • Wat Suan Dok temple monk visit • Visit Wat Rong Khun White Temple
Today, we’ll set off for Chiang Rai, stopping along the way at Wat Suan Dok temple to meet some of its resident Buddhist monks. Then, we’ll stop at Wat Rong Khun, commonly referred to as the “White Temple.” Here, we’ll witness the contemporary—and controversial—design of this temple before continuing on to Chiang Rai, where we’ll have dinner at our hotel tonight.
Meals: B,L | Wiang Inn Hotel or similar
DAY 14 • Chiang Rai • Visit Doi Tung Royal Villa • Explore Golden Triangle
Set off for the Doi Tung Royal Villa. Upon arrival, we’ll board songthaews , or large trucks, and explore this royal residency. Then, we’ll travel to what is formerly known as the “Golden Triangle” region where opium warlords once held sway. This afternoon, we’ll have the opportunity to see where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Burma meet as we walk along the Mekong River. Enjoy an included Farewell Dinner tonight.
Meals: B,L,D | Wiang Inn Hotel or similar
DAY 15 • Fly to Bangkok
This morning, we fly to Bangkok. The balance of the afternoon is yours to roam the bustling Thai capital on your own.
Meals: B | Bizotel Premier Hotel or similar
DAY 16 • Bangkok • Return to U.S.
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or begin your post-trip extension to The Philippines: Exploring Cebu.
Meals: B
Want to know more? Find the full itinerary and dates & pricing at www.oattravel.com/thi
PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE on your Thailand adventure
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
Choose to maximize your discoveries and value when you add a pre- or post-trip extension—or both—to your adventure.
Malaysia & Singapore : A Beacon of Cultural Diversity
PRE-TRIP: 7 nights from $2,895
This destination is only available as a trip extension
Journey to Malaysia and Singapore, beginning in the vibrant Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, followed by the coastal city of Malacca, where you’ll uncover its Dutch colonial history and embark on a cruise along the Malacca River. Round out your discoveries in the Republic of Singapore and its melting pot of cultures.
IT'S INCLUDED
- Airfare from Singapore to Bangkok
- 7 nights accommodation
- 13 meals—7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 2 dinners
- 11 small group activities
- Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/thi-malaysia-2026
The Philippines : Exploring Cebu
POST-TRIP: 6 nights from $3,095
This destination is only available as a trip extension
Cebu is an idyllic island in the Visayas, one of the three main island groups of the Philippines, a far-flung archipelago of more than 7,000 tropical islands. Discover Cebu’s historic capital; visit Aloguinsan, a tranquil town of unspoiled nature and palm-fringed beaches; and feel the warm embrace of the Filipino people on this discovery-filled extension in the heart of the Philippines.
IT’S INCLUDED
- Airfare from Bangkok to Cebu City
- 6 nights accommodation
- 13 meals—6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners
- 8 small group activities
- Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/egy-alexandria-cairo-2025
ARRIVE EARLY
We recommend you relax after a long flight or explore more in depth before your trip. Prices include accommodations and private airport transfer.
- Arrive early in Kuala Lumpur before your Malaysia & Singapore pre-trip extension from $130 per room, per night
- Arrive early in Bangkok before your main adventure from $100 per room, per night