Saffron & Silk: Elegant Thailand
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Saffron & Silk: Elegant Thailand

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Thailand is well known for its high-quality accommodation, but at ETG, we believe that a luxury holiday in Asia should offer more than just design features. Each hotel in this itinerary provides a unique perspective on its location. They are all an experience in themselves too, and each one also has that instant WOW factor too.

We’ve combined all of this with our signature activities and service to create a holiday particularly suited to those looking for something unique. A knowledgeable local guide will introduce you to the history, food scene, and culture of the cities and countryside, and, between excursions, you’ll have plenty of time to relax in exceptional accommodation amongst some of the best scenery the country has to offer.

Highlights include:

  • Sail down Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River on a beautifully restored rice barge and exploring life along the more intricate klongs (canals) with your local guide.
  • Connect with villages at a community project in Northern Thailand as you spend a day learning about Thai cuisine in a local home
  • Relaxing and enjoying the service of the country's most elegant accommodation in some of its most beautiful locations

This is a sample itinerary which we will tailor to suit you. Prices are dependent on destination, flights & dates but ETG holidays always include the following:

  • International flights (if required)
  • Guides, drivers & their tips
  • Accommodation
  • Specified meals & snacks
  • Your immersive experiences
  • Internal & regional transfers

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DAY 1  DEPART UK

Depart the UK on your flight to Chiang Mai.

Days 2-5 Chiang Mai

Arrive in Chiang Mai, meet your local guide and go directly to your exquisite boutique hotel. Take time to enjoy the pool, spa and restaurants or relax in your suite before taking a stroll around Old Chiang Mai to get acquainted with this much-loved town.

It’s worth rising early once during your stay as dawn is a magical time of day in Northern Thailand when monks clad in saffron robes emerge from their monasteries to collect alms. After witnessing this serene ceremony, spend your day visiting temples and pagodas and still have time to sample some of the area’s most delicious and traditional street food. Another day you’ll have the opportunity to live life as a Thai, learning how to cook with a local in their home and gaining a fascinating insight into village life.

DAYS 6&7  GOLDEN TRIANGLE

Your guide will transfer you towards Chiang Rai, stopping en route to see the sights along the way and passing beautiful scenery, a journey that takes three to five hours

Stay for three nights in The Golden Triangle in a luxury resort with top-notch facilities. Positioned at the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers, this mountainous region is the meeting point of Laos, Myanmar and Thailand and is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the beautiful Northern Thai countryside. Spend two full days indulging in spa treatments, partaking in a cooking class or even pay a visit to the nearby elephant camp.

DAYS 8-10  BANGKOK

It's a short flight from Chiang Rai south to Bangkok; on arrival, you will be met by your local guide and transferred in a chauffeur-driven car to your beautiful hotel where you will be for a three-night stay. Spend time enjoying the riverside pool or dining in the Thai restaurant. During your stay, you’ll have time with your guide to explore the bustling flower markets before taking to the water and venturing deep into the Klongs (canals) on a private boat. An evening culinary tour is also a tasty way to learn about the culture and history of this interesting part of the Thai capital.

There is also time to enjoy the colour and charm of the floating markets. Escape the city for a few hours and pass by serene landscapes, villages and boats laden with produce before ending your day at a rooftop bar with a cocktail in hand to watch the sunset over the city.

DAYS 11-15  KOH YAO NOI

From Bangkok, fly south to Phuket where you will be transferred by boat to the unspoilt island of Koh Yao Noi. Spend five nights wholly relaxed in your luxurious private pool villa overlooking the ocean and Phang Nga Bay. Indulge in the resort’s incredible spa treatments, individual dining options or opt for hiking, cooking classes, kayaking or simply a wander along the beach. Not only is your resort totally luxurious, so are your surroundings.

DAY 16  FLY HOME

Depart the island today on your boat transfer, flying back to the UK from Phuket via Bangkok.

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Hotels & Villas
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137 Pillars

137 Pillars, Chiang Mai

Oriental elegance in a beautifully converted historic teak homestead in the heart of Chiang Mai.

Anantara, Golden Triangle

Anantara, Golden Triangle, Golden Triangle

A five-star luxury resort with spectacular views out to three bordering countries.

Six Senses Hideaway Yao Noi

Six Senses Hideaway Yao Noi, Ko Yao Island

Exemplary levels of service in beautiful surroundings are all blended with the natural beauty of the location.

The Siam

The Siam, Bangkok

Thai Colonial and Art Deco Riverside villas on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Where oriental antique meets luxurious modern comfort.

Experiences & Activities
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Bangkok's Hidden Garden

Bangkok's Hidden Garden, Bangkok

Support a fantastic little project while enjoying a delicious lunch in a lovely garden setting.

Bang Kra Cycle Tour

Bang Kra Cycle Tour, Bangkok

A leisurely cycle ride through a quiet corner of the city. Cross canals and mangrove forests passing golden temples and traditional houses.

ChangChill

ChangChill, Chiang Mai

Enjoy seeing elephants in the natural environment at this ethical sanctuary in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai After Dark Vespa Tour

Chiang Mai After Dark Vespa Tour, Chiang Mai

An evening tour through Chiang Mai taking in the city's best culture, food and drink.

Morning with the Monks

Morning with the Monks, Chiang Mai

Magical, cultural experience at the sacred Doi Suthep Mountain

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