Phitsanulok sees relatively few independent travellers but a fair amount of package tourists, probably because the city is a convenient base from which to explore the attractions of historical Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai and Kamphaeng Phet.
1 night(s) in Phitsanulok
1 night(s) in Lampang
1 night(s) in Chiang Rai
1 night(s) in Chiang Mai
1 night(s) in Bangkok
Day 1: Arrival At Bangkok And Transfer To Phitsanulok
Early morning pick up passengers from various Bangkok hotels, drive to Bang Pa In for a scenic boat trip to Ayutthaya. Visit Wat Panangchoen, Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol and the ancient ruins of Wat Chai Wattanaram. Then continue to Wat Sakaeo in Bang Sadet village. This temple was constructed in 1699 when it was originally named Wat Sakae. Wat Sakaeo also serves as an orphans care center with over 1000 children under supervision. Within the temple area is a center for hand woven fabrics, a project initiated and established in 1981 by Her Majesty the Queen. Here, hand woven fabrics and products can be bought at reasonable prices. In front of the temple is the Pa Mok Cultural Center, providing demonstration of weaving, silverware and court doll production. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Phitsanulok. Visit Wat Maha That and its highly revered Buddha statue, Phra Buddha Jinaraj. Overnight at Amarin Lagoon Hotel.
Day 2: Phitsanulok To Lampang
Drive to Sukhothai, where you will visit the ancient ruins at Sukhothai Historical Park; a short ride on a traditional ox-cart brings you to Wat Sri Chum with it's gigantic Buddha statue. Continue to Sri Satchanalai for lunch at Gaeng Luang Restaurant. Upon arrival in Lampang, we take you on a horse carriage ride through town with photo stops at two interesting temples, each which its own architectural style and history: Wat Don Tao, Wat Pratu Phong. We will also visit Baan Sao Nak, a 100-year old teak-wood mansion. Overnight at Lampang River Lodge Or Wienglakor.
Day 3: Lampang To Chiang Rai
Drive to the Golden Triangle. After lunch at the Imperial Golden Triangle Hotel, take a boat ride on the Mekong River, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. Continue to Mae Sai, the northern most city bordering Myanmar. Overnight at Rimkok Resort in Chiang Rai.
Day 4: Chiang Rai To Chiang Mai
Day 5: Chiang Mai To Bangkok By Train
Day 6: Departure
Arrive at Bangkok Railway Station in the early morning. End of services (transfer from Railway station to your next destination is not included in package price and will be charged separately).