Ultimate Thailand Honeymoon
With a fascinating culture, buzzing capital and serene, pristine beaches, Thailand is a great honeymoon destination. This itinerary will take you from Chiang Mai to the Golden Triangle, Phuket and its islands, and Bangkok. Prepare for adventure, relaxation and lots of together-time.
Day 1
Arrival Bangkok
Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you’ll be escorted by car to your accommodation in the city.
The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.
If you’re not too tired, a river cruise on the hotel’s restored barge offers a great introduction to the city.
Day 2
Bangkok
Day at leisure to explore Bangkok. Visit the Grand Palace, wander round vibrant temples, see the Reclining Buddha in Wat Pho, browse designer shops, indulge in a massage or sip cocktails at a sky bar.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities to suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 3
Bangkok – Chiang Mai
After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, you’ll be privately escorted to your hotel.
Enjoy a little leisure time to explore or relax in the resort.
Day 4
Chiang Mai
Your adventure in Chiang Mai begins with a long tail boat trip, where you can admire historical sites from the river. Stop at Wiang Kum Kam, an ancient lost city, where you can explore by foot or bicycle.
After lunch in a local restaurant, visit one of Thailand’s most sacred temples, the hilltop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.
Day 5
Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai
Rise early to experience a Buddhist alms-giving ceremony, where Thai monks walk barefoot through the streets collecting food before going to the temple to pray. Then head back to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep to participate in your own private blessing ceremony.
After lunch you’ll be driven to Chiang Rai.
Day 6
Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle
Spend the next two days exploring the Golden Triangle. Visit local villages and craft centres, go trekking, meet hill tribes, and spend time with rescued elephants at the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities that suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 7
Golden Triangle
After a hearty breakfast, continue your exploration of the Golden Triangle.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities that suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 8
Chiang Rai – Khao Lak
You’ll depart early from Chiang Rai for the drive back to Chiang Mai, where you’ll catch a flight to Phuket. Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by a local representative and driven to your accommodation in Khao Lak.
Day 9
Khao Lak
Enjoy two days at leisure at Khao Lak. Go snorkelling and scuba diving, take a sunset cruise or private boat charter to explore the coastline, go bird and wildlife watching, visit temples, go jungle trekking, or indulge in a couple’s spa treatment.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities to suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 10
Khao Lak
Enjoy the day at your own leisure.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities to suit your interests prior to departure.
Day 11
Khao Lak – Yao Noi
After breakfast, catch a speedboat to the marina in Phuket, where a second speedboat will whisk you to the island paradise of Koh Yao Noi.
Day 12
Yao Noi
Enjoy four days on Yao Noi. Explore the underwater world on dive and snorkel trips, go island hopping on a private charter, try rock climbing on the amazing karst rocks, watch Thai boxing, and unwind in the hotel spa.
Day 13
Yao Noi
You will have today at your own leisure.
Day 14
Yao Noi
You will have today at your own leisure.
Day 15
Yao Noi
You will have today at your own leisure.
Day 16
Yao Noi – Bangkok
After a final island breakfast, it’s back on the speedboat to Phuket for your flight back to Bangkok. Spend your last day browsing the markets for souvenirs and gifts, and sampling more of Bangkok’s superb restaurants.
Day 17
Departure
Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.
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Explore the vibrant city of Bangkok
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Witness a morning alms-giving ceremony in Chiang Mai
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Participate in a private blessing ceremony at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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Go jungle trekking and meet hill tribes in the Golden Triangle
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Relax on pristine beaches at Khao Lak and Yao Noi
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour holiday will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
