3 Day Thailand Tour Packages

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• 3 Day Thailand Itinerary, incl. Bangkok and Kanchanaburi

  

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  • Day 1

    Bangkok to Ayutthaya to Kanchanaburi

    Leave Bangkok by 8 AM to avoid the morning traffic rush. It's about 1.5 hours to Bang Pa Inn Palace where you can explore the unique mix of European and Thai architecture. Next up is Ayutthaya. A recent visitor shared: "The ruins of Ayutthaya were imposing and covered a wide area. Our guide gave us the opportunity to actively participate in temple visits which deepened our understanding." Visit Wat Phra Mahathat early to see the famous Buddha head in tree roots before it gets too hot. Remember to bring water and sun protection as there isn't much shade. The drive to Kanchanaburi takes about 2.5 hours and you'll arrive in time to watch the sun set over the River Kwai.

    
  • Day 2

    Erawan National Park & Death Railway

    Get to Erawan Falls early. The seven levels of waterfalls get crowded as the day goes on. Wear shoes with good grip since the paths between levels can be slippery. A visitor tip: "The waterfalls were beautiful but we would have liked more time to climb to the upper levels - start early if you want to see all seven tiers." Spend your afternoon at Hellfire Pass Memorial learning about WWII history. Take a ride on the Death Railway for amazing views and historical perspective. As one traveler noted: "The train journey was actually still an operating service used daily by workers and school children - it really brings the history to life."

    
  • Day 3

    Kanchanaburi to Bangkok

    Visit the Allied War Cemetery at 8 AM when it's quiet and peaceful. Stop by the WWII museum next door to understand the full historical picture. Get your photos of the Bridge over River Kwai before the midday heat hits. The trip back to Bangkok usually takes 3 hours but traffic can make it longer.

    

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• 3 Days in Central Thailand, incl. Bangkok and Ayutthaya

  A three-day route spans 565km across four cities. The path leads through UNESCO Ayutthaya ruins, Kanchanaburi's River Kwai Bridge, and Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam. Nine activities await, from puppet shows at Baan Silapin to cooking classes in Nakhon Nayok.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bangkok to Kanchanaburi (190 km, 4 hours)

    Start your day at 9:00 AM from Century Park Hotel. Head to Wat Saket for city views from the Golden Mount. Get there before 10 AM to avoid crowds and the worst of the heat. Walk through Bangkok's Chinatown where morning brings locals shopping for fresh produce in the narrow sois. Visit Pak Khlong Talat flower market between 8-10 AM when fresh flowers arrive. One visitor shared: "The long-tail boat ride through Bangkok's canals gave us a completely different perspective of the city - bring a hat and sunscreen as there's little shade on the boats." Take a long-tail boat through Bangkok's old canals to Baan Silapin a 200-year-old teak house. Watch the puppet show before driving to Kanchanaburi. Stop at Nakhon Pathom to see Phra Pathom Chedi the world's tallest stupa at 127 meters.

    
  • Day 2

    Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya (180 km, 4 hours)

    Visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and Thailand-Burma Railway Centre in the cool morning hours. See the Bridge over River Kwai when morning light makes for good photos. In the afternoon explore Ayutthaya's Floating Market. Plan about 2 hours to see all 50 paddle boats and 200+ shops. A traveler noted: "The Ayutthaya Floating Market feels more authentic than the touristy ones in Bangkok - try the boat noodles from the elderly lady in the blue boat near the entrance."

    
  • Day 3

    Ayutthaya to Bangkok via Nakhon Nayok (195 km, 3.5 hours)

    Take an early tuk-tuk tour of Ayutthaya's temples. Visit Wat Phra Mahathat before 10 AM to see the Buddha head in tree roots in perfect light. In Nakhon Nayok try a water buffalo cart ride but wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Join a cooking class and lunch at a local garden house to learn about Thai cuisine. Visit the Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam and Royal Project farming site before heading back to Bangkok.

    

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• 3 Day Northern Thailand Itinerary, incl. Chiang Mai and Golden Triangle

  

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  • Day 1

    Chiang Mai to Doi Mae Salong

    Leave Chiang Mai at 8 AM before traffic picks up. Your first stop is Chiang Dao Cave tucked under Thailand's third-highest peak. Give yourself 2 hours to explore. The caves are often slippery so wear shoes with good grip. A recent visitor shared: "The cave system is fascinating, but bring a light jacket as it gets quite cool inside." Take a scenic 3-hour drive to Doi Mae Salong after lunch. This Chinese hill town is known for its excellent tea. Visit the tea plantations in the late afternoon when it's cooler. Stop by the Akha market between 4-6 PM when hill tribe sellers bring out their fresh goods. You'll spend the night in the hills but pack warm clothes since temperatures drop quite a bit after dark.

    
  • Day 2

    Golden Triangle and Chiang Rai

    Drive 2 hours to the Golden Triangle where Thailand intersects with Myanmar and Laos. Get to the House of Opium Museum when it opens at 9 AM to avoid the crowds. Take a longtail boat ride on the Mekong River to Chiang Saen around noon. The trip takes about an hour. The water can get rough so keep your camera safe and grip the sides. Spend your afternoon exploring Chiang Saen's old ruins and city walls. Later drive an hour south to Chiang Rai for the night. A previous visitor noted: "The riverside location of Chiang Saen was incredible, but bring sun protection for the boat ride - the reflection off the water is intense."

    
  • Day 3

    White Temple and Hot Springs

    Visit Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) at 8 AM opening time. You'll get better photos in the morning light and miss the tour buses that show up around 10 AM. Look for the unusual modern pop culture elements mixed into this traditional temple design. Stop at Mae Ka Chan Hot Springs on your way back to Chiang Mai. Try some quail eggs cooked in the spring water - they take about 15 minutes to get just right. The final drive to Chiang Mai is about 3 hours so you'll get back in late afternoon.

    

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