Trace the glory of Thailand's ancient capitals in a private car with a private guide from Bangkok up to Chiang Mai. Tour historical parks while observing the ways of life of locals along the way.

Require minimum of 2 persons travelling together

• Prices include:
  * Accommodation with breakfast as mentioned in the program
  * Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking guide
  * Meals as specified in the program
  * Admission and entrance fees at mentioned visits
  
  Prices exclude:
  * Air ticket Chiang Mai / Bangkok which can be arranged upon request
  * International air fare
  * Airport tax
  * High season surcharge and/or compulsory meal during festive event
  * Other meals or services not mentioned in the program
  * Expenditure of a personal nature such as drinks, tips, laundry and insurance
  
  Supplement for compulsory gala dinner:
  Compulsory Gala Dinner Surcharge at Krunsri River Hotel
  + Loy Kratong (24 Nov 07) USD 13.00 per person
  + Christmas's Eve (24 Dec 07) USD 9.50 per person
  + New Year Eve (31 Dec 07) USD 13.00 per person
  
  Remark:
  * Slight deviations in the itinerary are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions and room availability.
  * Please kindly note that the above package is inclusive of current Value Added Tax (Vat) at 7%. Should the government revise or adjust the tax structure of the kingdom, we reserve our right to charge or revise the rate accordingly.
  * The tour, transfer as well as accommodation and/or any services as per the above itinerary are calculated as part of a package basis. Hence, there would be no refund, reimburse, redeem or compensation for an unused service or unjustifiable early departure.

Many of Thailand's earliest civilizations originated in the northern region, and because of this, Northern Thailand is home to some of the country's best archaeological sites and cultural attractions, including temples in Phitsanulok and historical parks in Sukhothai. The excursion is extensive, taking you from boat rides through the canals of Thonburi, to the ancient capital of Ayutthaya and continues through several cities, righ tup to Chiang Mai in the mountainous North.

Former Capital
Founded in 1350 AD, Ayutthaya, Thailand's former capital for 417 years, was home to 33 kings before being left in ruins following a Burmese invasion in 1767. The city boasted three palace complexes, and 400 temples along a 60-km stretch of canal. Art and architecture of the ancient city of Ayutthaya portrays a continuation of older Sukhothai Buddhist styles, blended with present-day Khmer-Hindu styles as revealed through several outstanding archeological sites, temples and museums.

Bang Pa-in Summer Palace
The Bang Pa-in Palace is one of the country's most famous attractions, located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in Ayutthaya Province. The most striking feature of the palace is Phra Thinang Aisawan Thipha-at, a Thai pavilion in the middle of a lake, regarded as one of the finest examples of Thai architecture. Buildings scattered throughout the compound were constructed in a variety of contrasting modes, dominated by Chinese, Italian and Victorian architectural styles. The one building open to visitors is the Chinese-style Phra Thinang Wehat Chamrun, which houses the court.

Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat
Located in the province of Phitsanulok, Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat is commonly known to villagers as “Wat Yai” or “Big Temple.” Built in the reign of King Phra Mahatham Racha I, in 1307, the beginning of the Ayutthaya period, the temple enshrines Thailand’s most venerated Phra Buddha Chinnarat. This Buddha image was originally cast in bronze, but gilded in 1631 by King Ekathotsarot. Each year, thousands of people come to pay homage at the temple.

Historical Parks
The historical parks at Sukhothai and Sri Satchanalai were formerly sites of the first ancient Thai Kingdoms that flourished during the 12th to 15th centuries. Now World Heritage sites their monuments and edifices tell of artistic greatness and Buddhist piety at the height of the Sukhothai period, the beginning of the Thai Kingdom. The compound within Sukhothai Historical Park features the city walls, encompassing magnificent stone buildings, palaces, temples, stupas, and massive stone Buddha images, which all provide a perfect setting for an ancient town, left undestroyed.

Sukhothai, which literally means “Dawn of Happiness,” became independent from Khmer rule in 1238. Over the next 120 years, the Kingdom culminated in events from the founding of new towns, to specializing in the pottery industry, inventing the Thai alphabet, and compiling of Buddha teachings. King Ramkhamhaeng was accredited for the prosperity of this particular period, which is commonly thought of as the “Golden Age” in Thai history.

Sri Satchanalai was a town, subservient to Sukhothai; a secondary administrative center, and a residence to Sukhothai’s viceroys. The Sri Satchanalai Historical Park also contains stone buildings, stupas, old walls, and shrines.

Ban Haad Seow
The province of Sukhothai is well known for producing decorative Thai-patterned cloths, locally called "pa teen-jok." Stopping by at the village of Ban Haad Seow, visitors can admire and purchase these beautifully woven Thai fabrics, which come in a variety of patterns and can be made into suits or dresses.

Horse and Carriage Ride
Coming to Lampang, visitors tour the city by horse-drawn carriage, a mode of transport commonly used by city commuters. Setting the carriages aside from the horse-drawn coaches in Western movies are the colorfully painted carriages bearing scenes of ancient Lanna architecture.

Lampang Temples
Architectural diversity makes the many temples in Lampang interesting places of worship. Many exhibit strong Burmese influence, most famously Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao, whereas Wat Phrathat Haripoonchai reveals the beauty of Lanna-style architecture.