Ancient Capitals

3 days -- from USD 553 per person

Travelling with your private guide in a private car, you will trace the glory of Thailand's ancient capitals from Bangkok up to Chiang Mai. Tour historical parks while observing the simple way of life of locals along the way.

Day 1 - Bangkok - Bang Pa In - Ayuthaya (Lunch, Dinner)

Depart, early morning, from hotel for boat ride on Thonburi Canal for a scenic view of the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun). Continue by road to the former capital of Ayuthaya. Lunch at a local restaurant. Proceed to the King's summer palace at Bang-Pa In and visit the ruins of Ayuthaya Kingdom.

Dinner and overnight at Krungsri River Hotel.

Day 2 - Ayuthaya - Lopburi - Phitsanulok - Sukhothai (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, short transfer to Ayuthaya Railway station for a rail journey to Lopburi. Upon arrival in Lopburi, visit the main attractions such as Wat Phra Sri Rattana Maha Thad, national museum, the Monkey Temple and Prang Sam Yod. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

After lunch, proceed to Phitsanuloke via Nakhon Sawan. Upon arrival visit the most sacred temple in town Wat Phra Buddha Chinnaraj or Wat Phra Sri Rattana Maha Thad. Visit Ethnic & Folklore Museum of Mr. Thavee Buranakhet. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel The Ananda Gallery Hotel.

Day 3 - Sukhothai - Lampang - Lamphun - Chiang Mai (Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast at the hotel, visit Sukhothai Historical Park, followed by Sri Satchanalai Historical Park and Baan Had Seow Village. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to Lampang City to visit Wat Phra Thad Lampang Luang, renowned for its impressive murals painting, graceful architecture and richly coloured interiors. Followed by a visit at Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao, one of Thailand's most beautiful Burmese-style temples. Continue the journey and arrive by late afternoon in Chiang Mai and drop-off at your hotel or Chiang Mai airport for onward travel.