Thailand Beyond Ordinary

Arrive in Bangkok, where you are welcomed at the airport and transferred privately to a five-star central luxury hotel, with welcome refreshments before check-in. In the evening, attend a welcome dinner at a fine-dining restaurant with free-flow alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The dinner includes guest introductions, creating a warm and relaxed setting for everyone to get to know each other.

After breakfast, depart in a private luxury vehicle for Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam. Explore Ayutthaya Historical Park with a guide: Wat Mahathat, famous for the Buddha head nestled among tree roots, and Wat Chaiwatthanaram, one of the area’s most impressive historic temples. Enjoy a riverside lunch of vegetarian Thai cuisine before returning to Bangkok in the afternoon. In the evening, embark on a private dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River past Bangkok’s illuminated landmarks, with dedicated vegetarian dining and two alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.

Depart in a private vehicle for a morning at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, with a private long-tail boat ride through the canals and time to browse local produce and handicrafts. Continue to Maeklong Railway Market to explore its stalls along the railway tracks and, subject to the train schedule, watch a train pass through the market. Enjoy a vegetarian-friendly lunch before returning to Bangkok in the early afternoon, then relax at the hotel, swim or enjoy luxury shopping. In the evening, a rooftop lounge at sunset with panoramic views of Bangkok, and dinner.

After breakfast, a private transfer to Bangkok airport for your domestic flight to Chiang Rai, then privately to a luxury resort. In the afternoon, visit Wat Rong Khun, the famous White Temple, renowned for its intricate white architecture and artistic detail. If time and energy permit, visit Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple, known for its vivid blue interiors and ornate artwork. Return to the resort for dinner.

A scenic drive to the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet, and a Mekong River boat excursion, subject to weather and local operating conditions. Continue to Choui Fong Tea Plantation for lunch and a tea tasting amid rolling green hills. In the afternoon, visit Baan Dam Museum, the Black House, renowned for its distinctive art, architecture and installations. Return to the resort for leisure time and dinner.

After breakfast, depart for Chiang Mai in a private luxury coach — a scenic journey of about three to four hours, with a comfortable rest stop on the way. Lunch on arrival, then check in at a five-star mountain or countryside resort and spend the afternoon at leisure. In the evening, stroll through Chiang Mai’s historic centre, with one principal temple visit included.

Visit a reputable elephant sanctuary that puts animal welfare and respectful observation first, learning about the elephants and watching their natural behaviour. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch of Northern Thai specialities. In the afternoon, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of northern Thailand’s most revered temples, high on a mountain with panoramic views over Chiang Mai. In the evening, an Indian vegetarian dinner with favourites such as paneer tikka, dal and freshly baked naan.

Visit Baan Tawai, an artisan village celebrated for woodcarving, textiles and handicrafts, with time to shop for distinctive handcrafted pieces. Lunch at a scenic local restaurant. In the afternoon, indulge in a signature two-hour Lanna herbal and oil spa ritual inspired by traditional northern Thai wellness. In the evening, a private Khantoke-inspired dinner of vegetarian Northern Thai cuisine with traditional music and dance.

After breakfast, a private transfer to Chiang Mai airport for your domestic flight to Phuket, then privately to a five-star beachfront resort. Spend the afternoon on the beach or by the pool. In the evening, visit Phuket FantaSea in Kamala, a cultural theme park with its Festival Village, followed by a buffet dinner (vegetarian arrangements confirmed in advance) and the Fantasy of a Kingdom show, subject to its operating calendar.

After breakfast, a private yacht or premium catamaran excursion around Phang Nga Bay, subject to weather and sea conditions, among dramatic limestone formations, islands and viewpoints, with swimming stops where permitted. A catered vegetarian lunch, fresh fruit and refreshments are served on board. Return to the resort in the afternoon for leisure time.

After breakfast, travel to Koh Samui by domestic flight from Phuket, subject to suitable schedules, or by ferry, then privately to your luxury resort to rest before the evening. Tonight, take a private boat to Haad Rin Beach on Koh Phangan for the famous Full Moon Party — music, performances and one of Thailand’s best-known beach celebrations. After the festivities, the return to Koh Samui leaves only when the licensed boat operator confirms that sea conditions are safe.

A late breakfast after the night’s celebrations, then relax at the resort or enjoy a leisurely poolside brunch. In the afternoon, a two-hour spa treatment. Around 4 pm, board a private luxury yacht or catamaran for sunset sailing along Koh Samui’s coast with a curated DJ, swimming and paddleboarding where conditions permit. As the sun sets over the Gulf of Thailand, a gourmet vegetarian dinner with premium refreshments and free-flow alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey, taking home memories of Thailand’s culture, islands, cuisine and unforgettable group experiences.