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Central Thailand bite-sized trips

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The buzzing streets of Bangkok, the serenity of the River Kwai, and the lush jungles of Khao Yai National Park are all staples of Central Thailand. A region full of contrasts and within easy reach of the capital. Choose from our bite-sized trips and we will piece them together to create a tailor-made holiday just for you.

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Bangkok cityscape

Bright Lights of Bangkok

Itinerary:
Bangkok
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 269.- per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

Bangkok is one of the most famous Asian cities, where east meets west and tasty food stalls adorn every corner. During your time here you will head out at sunrise with your local guide to explore the cultures and communities behind the bright lights of this bustling cosmopolitan city. Take a ride through the canals, or Khlongs, on a longtail boat to get a different perspective of the city and finish the afternoon on a rooftop bar overlooking the sprawling cityscape.

Bangkok is one of the most famous Asian cities, where east meets west and tasty food stalls adorn every corner. During your time here you will head out at sunrise with your local guide to explore the cultures and communities behind the bright lights of this bustling cosmopolitan city. Take a ride through the canals, or Khlongs, on a longtail boat to get a different perspective of the city and finish the afternoon on a rooftop bar overlooking the sprawling cityscape.

Bangkok cityscape

Erawan waterfall

The River and the Railway

Itinerary:
Bangkok - River Kwai - Erawan waterfall - Kanchanaburi
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
from £264 per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

This River Kwai rafts trip is one of our favourite bite-size trips, taking you through the diverse landscape along the River Kwai- an essential experience in Thailand. You will begin with a visit to a market with local fresh produce. From there, you’ll visit a museum on the construction of the Burmese Railway and take a boat to your home for the night – a unique floating guest house on the River Kwai. The following day, you’ll take a swim in the aquamarine pools of Erawan falls and ride the rails of the infamous Death railway to the Bridge over the River Kwai.

This River Kwai rafts trip is one of our favourite bite-size trips, taking you through the diverse landscape along the River Kwai- an essential experience in Thailand. You will begin with a visit to a market with local fresh produce. From there, you’ll visit a museum on the construction of the Burmese Railway and take a boat to your home for the night – a unique floating guest house on the River Kwai. The following day, you’ll take a swim in the aquamarine pools of Erawan falls and ride the rails of the infamous Death railway to the Bridge over the River Kwai.

Erawan waterfall

Ayutthaya buddha statue

Ancient Temples of Ayutthaya

Itinerary:
Ayutthaya
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 120.- per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

Ayutthaya is an ancient royal city offering a peaceful place to explore temple ruins and a great break from bustling city streets. Stay in a cosy guesthouse with plenty of Thai charm, learn about the fascinating past of this historic former capital by bike before cruising down the river on a converted rice barge. Finish the afternoon off with a relaxing massage overlooking the water, pure bliss!

Ayutthaya is an ancient royal city offering a peaceful place to explore temple ruins and a great break from bustling city streets. Stay in a cosy guesthouse with plenty of Thai charm, learn about the fascinating past of this historic former capital by bike before cruising down the river on a converted rice barge. Finish the afternoon off with a relaxing massage overlooking the water, pure bliss!

Ayutthaya buddha statue

WFFT accommodation elephants

Elephant herds and beaches of Hua Hin

Itinerary:
Wildlife Friends Foundation - Kui Buri National Park - Hua Hin Beach
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 450.- per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

Take a walk on the wild side and uncover the true Thailand! Heading south from the busy streets of Bangkok you will visit Kui Buri National Park in search of wild elephants and water buffaloes. Next, you will spend the day at the Wildlife Friends Foundation to learn about the local rescued wildlife, from primates to tropical birds.

Take a walk on the wild side and uncover the true Thailand! Heading south from the busy streets of Bangkok you will visit Kui Buri National Park in search of wild elephants and water buffaloes. Next, you will spend the day at the Wildlife Friends Foundation to learn about the local rescued wildlife, from primates to tropical birds.

WFFT accommodation elephants

Sukhothai temple

Ancient Cities: Your Own Way

Itinerary:
Phitsanulok Station - Sukhothai - Phitsanulok Station
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
from £ 214.- per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

This trip will allow you to discover the ancient ruins of one of Thailand’s most important historic cities, Sukhothai. The name translates as “Rising of Happiness” and the Sukhothai Kingdom has had a huge influence on today’s modern Thailand. You’ll stay in a cosy hotel a world away from the bustle of Bangkok. During your Sukhothai trip you’ll have plenty of time to explore this UNESCO site under your own steam.

This trip will allow you to discover the ancient ruins of one of Thailand’s most important historic cities, Sukhothai. The name translates as “Rising of Happiness” and the Sukhothai Kingdom has had a huge influence on today’s modern Thailand. You’ll stay in a cosy hotel a world away from the bustle of Bangkok. During your Sukhothai trip you’ll have plenty of time to explore this UNESCO site under your own steam.

Sukhothai temple