Classic Thailand & Island Hopping - East Coast
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Classic Thailand & Island Hopping - East Coast
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14 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
With a fascinating culture, beautiful natural landscapes, and some of the tastiest street food on the globe, Thailand is an adventurer's heaven.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Wat Pho visit
- Klong riverboat tour
- Erawan Falls and Bridge on the River Kwai visit (Kanchanaburi)
- Thai-Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery visit
- Temple ruins tour (Ayutthaya)
- Doi Suthep temple visit (Chiang Mai)
- Internal Flights
- Snorkelling excursion (Koh Tao)
- Ang Thong Marine Park Island Hopping Tour
- Free time on spectacular beaches
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Train, local bus, private vehicle, walking, plane, ferry.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Trip Details
14 days
Train, local bus, private vehicle, walking, plane, ferry.
English
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand
Budget
Classic, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Travel by longtail boat on the busy Chao Phraya River and through the small canals of western Bangkok's Thonburi district. Observe colourful scenes of everyday life along the river banks.Activity - This temple is known for its reclining Buddha, its feet covered with mother-of-pearl engravings of Buddhist symbols. Explore the large grounds and other compounds to see other Buddha figures, murals and the chedis that contain the ashes of Buddha. This is also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a unique experience aboard a floating rafthouse on the famous River Kwai.Accommodation - Pung-Waan Resort
Day 3: Kanchanaburi
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Enjoy a short drive to view the beautiful Erawan Waterfalls. (1-2 hours per direction)Activity - Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.Activity - Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.Accommodation - Good Times Resort
Day 4: Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the ruins of Ayutthaya, which served as Thailand’s capital from the 14th to 18th centuries, when it ranked as one of the most magnificent cities in the world. Located 86km (53 mi) north of Bangkok, the ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site include stunning pagodas and Buddha images.Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 5: Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market and cooking classes, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Walk the inner Old Town of Chiang Mai with your CEO who will point out the basic landmarks and points of interest.Activity - Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!Free_time - Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a golden Buddhist temple outside of Chiang Mai on the Mt Doi Suthep. Climb 300 steps to reach the temple and be rewarded with an unforgettable view. Admire the many Buddhist relics at this sacred temple and visit the white elephant shrine. Legend has it that the location of the temple was chosen after a white elephant carried a relic to the mountain and trumpeted three times before dying on the spot. Also, with a little luck, you may witness the chanting of the monks. Accommodation - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a vibrant city with heaps to see and do. Famous for its night market, it's a feat to fit it all in. Experience the flavours and scents of traditional northern Thai cuisine by pre-booking the Northern Thai Cooking Class.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Use free time here to make the most of your time in Chiang Mai.Accommodation - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Accommodation - Hotel Royal Bangkok @ Chinatown
Day 8: Bangkok/Koh Tao
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Catch a short morning flight from DMK Airport in Bangkok to Chumphon Airport.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Free_time - Get to know the island with some free time and opt to eat dinner at one of the restaurants on your own.Accommodation - Wind Beach Resort
Day 9: Koh Tao
A mask, snorkel and life jacket are included during the snorkel trip. If you wish to use fins, they are available to rent on the boat.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Spend a full-day out on the water. The group will be picked up from the hotel in the morning after breakfast and transferred to Mae Haad Pier where everyone will board the boat. The first stop will be Koh Nang Yuan. Here, you will have time to relax on the beach, climb up the mountain to savour the view, or swim a short distance to snorkel the Japanese Garden. Second stop is to Mango Bay where a buffet-style lunch will be served on board. Afterwards, snorkel in Hin Wong Bay, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay before returning to Mae Head Pier.Accommodation - Wind Beach Resort
Day 10: Koh Tao/Koh Pha Ngan
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Enjoy a ferry ride from Mae Head Pier to Koh PhaNgan. Then transfer to the hotel which is about 20-30 minutes from the pier.Free_time - Don't waste a minute— start exploring on arrival.Accommodation - Salad Beach Resort
Day 11: Koh Pha Ngan
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore— the whole day is yours.Accommodation - Salad Beach Resort
Day 12: Koh Pha Ngan/Koh Samui
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Kick back and relax on the biggest of the eastern islands.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Accommodation - Fair House Beach Resort
Day 13: Koh Samui
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ang Thong National Marine Park is a protected nature area consisting of over 40 islands. All of the islands are uninhabited and undeveloped except for one. This full-day leisure excursion through the astonishing archipelago offers plenty of time to immerse yourself in the landscape.Free_time - Spend the evening on your own, opt to grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant.Accommodation - Fair House Beach Resort
Day 14: Koh Samui/Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Board a flight back to Bangkok from Koh Samui.Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $4249
Duration: 14 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
With a fascinating culture, beautiful natural landscapes, and some of the tastiest street food on the globe, Thailand is an adventurer's heaven.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 25 Jul 2026
Customer Reviews
07/13/2024
Fun, exciting and good value thoroughly enjoyable
07/13/2024
Very happy with tour. Really liked small group of 16 or less and how CEO sorted dinner every night. Patrick has a very pleasant easy going personality and treated us to various food samples along the way.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
07/13/2024
Fun, exciting and good value thoroughly enjoyable
07/13/2024
Very happy with tour. Really liked small group of 16 or less and how CEO sorted dinner every night. Patrick has a very pleasant easy going personality and treated us to various food samples along the way.
07/13/2024
I thoroughly enjoyed my trip with g adventures. It gave me a perfect balance of feeling secure and confident in a tour setting whilst having free time to explore. The CEO was wonderful and friendly! I will definitely be doing another one
07/09/2024
Well organised tour with an outstanding tour leader.
07/06/2024
Great experience and perfect variety of different places in Thailand visited.
06/22/2024
One of the best trips I ever had :)
05/27/2024
Overall I had a wonderful time. The group was good and our CEO was the best. I loved the mix of land and water. I love the variety of things to do and the things that we did just for the experience like the night train.
05/27/2024
It is one of the best trips I have ever had. Our C.E.O was the best and it was truly worth the entire trip. Thailand is awesome
05/27/2024
Had the best time in a beautiful country. Meeting such lovely people, amazing experiences and this is mainly due to Puy being such an incredible CEO.
05/27/2024
This trip provided a wide range of adventures -- not just history, temples, jungle, or beaches -- all of it! Unique but comfortable accommodations and almost every form of vehicle for travel made it special.
05/27/2024
This was my 4th tour with GAdventures and the absolute best experience. The tour consisted of a wonderful mix of culture, and relaxation time in the islands. Our group was a mix of ages, the youngest being 25 and the oldest over 70
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