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Once known as the Kingdom of Siam, Thailand has become one of south-east Asia’s most enticing and intriguing countries attracting millions of visitors from around the globe to sample some of the mystic east!! Soaring bell-shaped towers, gilded facades and quiet monks go hand in hand with mad-cap driving and frantic streets, high speed long-tailed boats and busy markets, and yet - the visitor hasn’t even had to leave Bangkok. In the countryside rice fields and water-buffalo go about their business, as the quiet hill-tribe people move slowly upwards to small scattered villages amongst the soaring limestone mountains, elephants plod dutifully carrying visitors through the jungle, while the scorching sun beats down onto fine white sandy beaches which are washed by the crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Siam. Thailand offers visitors an amazing diversity of culture, scenery and natural features and provides a comprehensive selection of attractions and activities to ensure any visit becomes an unforgettable experience.
Bangkok is the point of entry for most international visitors to Thailand who generally travel by air and arrive at the new Suvarnabhumi (pron. su-wan-na-poom) Airport which lies 30 kilometres east of the city. Bangkok is by far the largest city in Thailand and offers visitors a small glimpse of this fascinating country, although in many respects it is a reflection of so many big cities worldwide in that it is a busy and bustling place, full of people and packed with cars, tuk-tuks and motorbikes. However visitors can immerse themselves in the local culture through the busy streets and numerous markets which pervade the life of every small Thai town, and appreciate the heritage of Siam through a visit to the Rattanakosin Island, where the most spectacular and revered historical attractions of Bangkok can be found. Step outside the city and things begin to change, just a few kilometres away floating markets show visitors how so much trade was achieved over the network of waterways which once permeated the surrounding alluvial plains of Bangkok and spawned its nickname of the ‘Venice of the East’ – further afield and the memories of World War II can be relived through a visit to the Bridge on the River Kwai – wander through the ruins of the earlier Kingdom of Ayutthaya – or enjoy the exotic and highly commercialised tourist destination of Pattaya. Island paradises and beautiful beaches are also on offer in Thailand, with great attractions and magical escapes drawing visitors to Ko Samui, Krabi, Khao Lak and Phuket, all of which can boast some of the best beaches in the world and unsurpassed diving opportunities. For the more adventurous the north of Thailand is the place to head for, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and the remote town of Pai providing unequalled hiking opportunities, spectacular scenery and the chance to experience the unique cultures of the various hill-tribe people who live in scattered villages throughout the highland areas.
Thailand is a remarkable country, a place of many cultures, a place of friendly faces and hospitable people. Make any visit an experience not to forget, enjoy that elephant ride, watch them being trained in school, trek into thick jungle, take that first dive, climb that limestone cliff, explore that deep cave, take a long-tailed boat trip down the winding River Mekong, or buy that handmade silk umbrella. Thailand is a wonderful country which welcomes visitors through its friendly, courteous and respectful people, and provides a window into a diverse and thriving culture that is reflected in the day to day life in every small town and village in the country.
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| Ayutthaya |
 The modern city of Ayutthaya lies adjacent to the historical capital of Thailand which is respectfully called the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. Located in the region of Central Thailand, the old city of Ayutthaya was originally founded in 807 A.D. as the second city of the Kingdom of Sukhothai, which i... |
| Ban Chang |
 Ban Chang is a small, quiet village and a traditional tambon (sub-district) which lies approximately 50 kilometres north of Chiang Mai in the region of Northern Thailand. Within the tambon, five villages house a population of almost 5,500 people, and are scattered amongst the lush fields of this ri... |
| Ban Huai Sai |
 Ban Huai Sai is a tambon (district) of small villages which are located in the Chiang Mai Province of northern Thailand. Huai Sai lies approximately 70 kilometres north of Chiang Mai city and stands to the east of the dense highland forests of the Chang Dao National Park. It is considered to be a ... |
| Ban Thaton |
 Ban Thaton is located approximately 70 kilometres north-west of Chiang Rai in the Chiang Mai Province of Northern Thailand. It is a small, quiet, rural village which stands on the banks of the River Mekong as it meanders its way across the relatively flat, fertile, Fang Valley floor, and is overloo... |
| Bangkok |
 The busy and bustling, cosmopolitan city of Bangkok is one of Asia’s highlights and one of the world’s most popular visitor destinations. Located in Central Thailand, Bangkok stands on the flood plains of, and is divided by, the lower reaches of the Chao Phraya River, and is the most urbanised area... |
| Chiang Dao |
 Chiang Dao is a small town of approximately 15,000 residents which lies in the Chiang Dao District of Northern Thailand, to the east of the Chiang Dao National Park. This truly authentic town is located in a picturesque area, above the River Ping at the foot of the Doi Chiang Dao, Thailand’s 3rd hi... |
| Chiang Mai |
 Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second largest city and considered to be the country’s unofficial ‘northern capital’. It is however the regional capital of the Chiang Mai Province, which is generally a rural area recognised as one of the most scenic parts of the country, and is located in Northern Thailan... |
| Chiang Rai |
 Located within the region of Northern Thailand can be found the city of Chiang Rai, which is the capital, main economic, administrative and cultural centre for the mainly rural Chiang Rai Province, which has international borders with Myanmar (Burma) and Laos. Standing approximately 750 kilometres ... |
| Chiang Saen |
 The small town of Chiang Saen lies within the Chiang Rai Province on the banks of the mighty Mae Khong, or Mekong River of Northern Thailand. Standing approximately 60 kilometres north of Chiang Rai, this ancient town is located just a short distance upstream of Sop Ruak, where the Mekong meets the... |
| Damnoen Saduak |
 The popular market town of Damnoen Saduak is located on the flat, fertile river plains of the Mae Klong River which flows through the region of Central Thailand. The town is a popular tourist destination through its famous floating market which operates on the main Khlong or Canal Damnoen Saduak an... |
| Hua Hin |
 The popular beach resort of Hua Hin is located on the eastern coast of the Isthmus of Kra, the land-bridge which connects the Malay Peninsula with mainland Thailand. It lies approximately 190 kilometres south of Bangkok in the Prachuap Khiri Khan Province of Central Thailand. The Prachuap Khiri Kh... |
| Kanchanaburi |
 Kanchanaburi is both a town and a province within the region of Western Thailand. The city of Kanchanaburi is located approximately 120 kilometres west of Bangkok in an area of the central lowlands of Thailand, and is the largest city, administrative centre and capital of the province. Kanchanaburi... |
| Karen Hilltribe Village |
The Karen people of Thailand live mostly in the highland region in the north-west of the country in the Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son and Chiang Rai provinces. They are the most populous hill tribe group in Thailand and it is estimated that there are 400,000 living within the country with a total estim... |
| Khao Lak |
 The tourist centre of Khao Lak is one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations and is located on the western coast of the Malayan Peninsula overlooking the Andaman Sea within the region of Southern Thailand. Named after the beach that forms part of the Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park, Khao Lak... |
| Koh Samui |
 The resort of Ko Samui is located off the east coast of the Kra Isthmus in the Gulf of Thailand and stands adjacent to the Ang Thong Marine National Park, a picturesque group of over 40 limestone islands. Samui is Thailand’s third largest island after Phuket and Chang, and forms part of the Surat T... |
| Krabi |
 The small, busy, market town of Krabi is the administrative capital of the Krabi Province which is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is located on the shores of the Andaman Sea in Southern Thailand. The town provides access to all areas of the Krabi Province that is known for its magnificen... |
| Laem Chabang |
The port city of Laem Chabang is located approximately 100 kilometres from Bangkok and 25 kilometres north of Pattaya, and is home to around 60,000 residents. Laem Chabang was developed during the late 1980’s to help with the de-centralisation of Bangkok and take advantage of it’s location on the ... |
| Mae Hong Son |
 Mae Hong Son is the largest city, capital and administrative centre of the Province of Mae Hong Son which lies in the far north-west of Northern Thailand and is recognised as one of the most isolated and remote areas in the country. The city of Mae Hong Son lies approximately 350 kilometres north-w... |
| Muang Thalang |
 For many visitors to Thailand the district of Muang Thalang is their first contact with this unique and captivating country. Muang Thalang covers the northern half of Phuket Island which is known for its hilly terrain and its many beautiful beaches, and has become one of Thailand’s premier tourist ... |
| Nakhon Pathom |
 Nakhon Pathom is located approximately 60 kilometres almost due west of Bangkok and lies on the alluvial plains of the Central Region of Thailand. Nakhon Pathom is considered to be one of the country’s oldest cities with archaeological evidence dating back to the 4th century. However the city is n... |
| Pai |
 The small market town of Pai lies in the Mae Hong Son Province of Northern Thailand approximately 135 kilometres north-west of Chiang Mai. The town lies to the west of the River Pai and nestles in a beautiful valley at around 650 metres, and is surrounded by numerous rice fields, orchards and small... |
| Pattaya |
 The popular beachside resort of Pattaya overlooks the blue waters of the Bay of Bangkok which forms the northern extension of the Gulf of Thailand, and lies approximately 145 kilometres south-east of the capital of Bangkok. Pattaya stretches along the 4 kilometre long, broad, curving Pattaya Beach,... |
| Phi Phi Islands |
 The beautiful tropical Phi Phi Islands are comprised of a small group of six islands which lie almost due south of Krabi and approximately 50 kilometres south-east of Phuket. The islands are surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Andaman Sea and of the six, Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le are the two... |
| Phrao |
 Phrao is a small, quiet, provincial market town which lies approximately 95 kilometres north of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. Phrao is the main town of the Phrao District, which covers a wide picturesque valley that is filled with small rice and maize farms, and is scattered with over 100 villag... |
| Phuket |
 Phuket is Thailand's largest island, being approximately 50 kilometres long and 20 kilometres wide, and is one of the country’s premier tourist destinations. Known for its hilly terrain and its many beautiful beaches, Phuket Island is dominated by the city of Phuket which is the largest town and ad... |
| Samphanthawong |
 Centrally located within Bangkok, the district of Samphanthawong is one of the 50 districts which comprise the capital of Thailand. Covering only 1.5 square kilometres, the district runs along the northern bank of the Chao Phraya River and is known as Bangkok’s ‘Chinatown’. Centred around the main... |
| Sukhothai |
 Sukhothai is the ancient capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom which is seen by many as the foundation of present day Thailand. It is located 12 kilometres from the modern city of New Sukhothai which lies over 420 kilometres north of Bangkok. Standing in the central plains of Northern Thailand, this an... |
| Surat Thani |
 The historic city of Surat Thani is the largest city and capital of the Surat Thani Province of Southern Thailand and is located approximately 650 kilometres south of Bangkok. It is an historic city able to trace its heritage back to the 7th century when it was a trading centre within the Srivijaya... |
| Trang |
 Trang is both a town and a province within the region of Southern Thailand, and is located approximately 900 kilometres from Bangkok. It is one of the most southern provinces of Thailand, and lies on the west coast of the Malay Peninsula overlooking the Andaman Sea. The province is comprised of on... |
| Trat |
 Trat is both a town and a province within the region of Eastern Thailand. The small town of Trat is located approximately 315 kilometres south-east of Bangkok and only 90 kilometres from Hat Lek which stands on the border with Cambodia. Trat is the capital, main economic and administrative centre o... |
| Central Thailand |
| The generally low-lying Central Region of Thailand is one of the six geographic regions of the country. The region is the most populated part of Thailand and is comprised of two dominating features, the huge, fertile river-plain of the Chao Phraya River, and the city of Bangkok which is known as th... |
| Eastern Thailand |
| The very lush and tropical Eastern Region of Thailand is one of the six geographic regions of the country. The region is comprised of short mountain ranges alternating with small basins which are drained by fast flowing rivers that rush into the Gulf of Thailand. The Eastern Region borders the Isa... |
| North-East Thailand |
| The North Eastern Region of Thailand, which is officially known as Isan, is one of the six geographic regions of the country. The region constitutes approximately one third of the total land mass of Thailand and is known for its Lao-speaking people who comprise the majority of the population and re... |
| Northern Thailand |
| The cooler Northern Region of Thailand is one of the six geographic regions of the country. Bordering Myanmar (formerly Burma) to the north and west, and Laos to the east, the Northern Region is known for its large areas of sparsely populated, forested, mountain countryside, and its many hill-tribe... |
| Southern Thailand |
| The long and narrow peninsula of the Southern Region of Thailand is one of the six geographic regions of the country. The peninsular extends for almost 1,000 kilometres from the Central Region in the north to the boundary of Malaysia in the south, and only measures between 15 to 215 kilometres wide... |
| Western Thailand |
| The generally mountainous Western Region of Thailand is one of the six geographic regions of the country. Bordering Myanmar (formerly Burma) to the west, the Western Region is especially well known for its natural resources which include its large areas of forest, water reserves and mineral deposit... |
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Chiva-Som International Health Spa
Hua Hin
 |  This Health Spa is on the beachfront and only five minutes drive from Hua Hin. However once you arrive you will probably never want to leave. Consistently rated as one of the best health resorts in the world, Chiva-Som offers guests a journey of discovery and they specialise in reconnecting your ... |
Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort
Krabi
|  Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort is situated in the unspoilt and exotic province of Krabi. The resort enjoys a beachfront location on the 1.8 km long Klong Muong Beach and is only 30 minutes from Krabi Airport. Escape and refresh your senses in this untouched haven and experience the true warmth of Tha... |
Imperial Boat House
Koh Samui
 |  Set on the beautiful and unspoiled beach of Choeng Mon on the northeast coast of Koh Samui, the Imperial Boat House comprises authentic teakwood rice barges converted into suites as well as hotel rooms which overlook the gardens. With delightful gardens and pools the resort is great for couples and... |
Le Royal Meridien Phuket Yacht Club
Phuket
|  Nestled in a magnificent headland at the southern tip of popular Nai Harn beach, this resort is one of Thailand's premier resorts and offers exclusivity and luxury in a sophisticated yet friendly environment. There is a wide range of sports and recreational facilities. The Royal Spa, with four spa... |
Royal Princess Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
 |  The Royal Princess is located in the heart of the city near the famous Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and within easy access to other attractions. The hotel gives genuine northern Thailand hospitality in its friendly service and is great value. |
Indra Regent Hotel
Bangkok
 |  The Indra Regent Hotel offers spacious accommodations, deluxe furnishings and exceptional comfort. One of Bangkok's most popular hotels, it is situated in the central Bangkok area right in the shopping district. Great Thai hospitality and friendly service. |
Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach
Khao Lak
| Conveniently located an hour's drive from Phuket International Airport and covering over 13,000 metres of lovingly landscaped gardens and architecturally distinguished low rise buildings, this resort is ideal for those wanting a quieter stay. Le Meridien is situated on 250 metre stretch of Khao Lak... |
Merlin Beach Resort
Phuket
 |  Situated on Tri-Trang Beach and only five minutes from Patong, Merlin Beach Resort is an excellent property. It is a sister property to the Patong Merlinand is suitable for families and couples. The resort is very picturesque and overlooks the Andaman Sea. |
Dusit Resort Pattaya
Pattaya
|  The Dusit Resort is on the northern headland of Pattaya Beach, and a short drive to the shops and entertainment. It is a large, high quality resort with a great range of activities. |
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
Phuket
|  Located on the pristine shores of the Mai Khao Beach and amidst tropical gardens, this JW Marriott provides the ultimate experience with a touch of Thai elegance. The resort is beautifully designed and has wonderful pool area and restaurants. It is adjacent to Nai Yang Marine National Park and sea... |
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Akha-Yao Hilltribes, Chiang Saen & Golden Triangle
Tour
Chiang Rai |  Travel to Mae Chan to visit the Yao and the Akha Hilltribe villages. Continue on to Mae Sai with its bustling market place. Buffet lunch is served. Drive on to the Golden Triangle. Visit the Opium Museum. Continue to take a long-tailed boat trip to the old city of Chiang Saen. See some of the ... |
Jungle Cycling Tour
Cycling
Bangkok | Just across the Chao Phraya River, a short hop from busy Sukhumvit, is an extraordinary place known to the locals as Bang Kra Jao. This amazing wilderness in Bangkok can only be reached by boat and incredibly it has been left untouched by developers. On this half-day cycle tour, you will find a peac... |
Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Tour
Boating
Koh Samui | Absorb the incredible beauty of Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan where turtles are often spotted, making this a magical snorkelling spot. Enjoy a view of the crystal clear Nang Yuan water whilst having a Thai set lunch before you head out to Koh Tao. Tour takes approximately 9 hours. |
Kayaking Tour Ang Thong National Marine Park
Kayaking
Koh Samui | Discover the natural beauty, caves and tunnels of the Ang Thong National Marine Park, made famous from the movie The Beach, by kayak. Explore the underwater world while snorkeling in the famous crystal clear waters near Koh Samui. Tours depart daily from Koh Samui to Ang Thong Marine Park and includ... |
Elephant Adventure, Hilltribes and Maekok River
Tour
Chiang Rai | Take a Mae Kok boat trip to the Karen Hilltribe village, where you start a two hour elephant trek to a Yao Hilltribe village (two persons per elephant). Lunch is provided at the local restaurant. Then visit an Akha Hilltribe before trekking to a waterfall, where you can enjoy the cool breeze and t... |
Elephant Trek and River Rafting
Tour
Chiang Mai | The tour starts with an one-hour trek on elephants at the Chiang Dao Elephant Training Centre. Then watch the elephants bathing ritual before a demonstration of how the elephants work. Prepare for a bamboo rafting down the Mae Ping River before heading to Mae Sa to visit an Orchid nursery and Butter... |
Phuket to Phi Phi Islands by Speedboat
Cruise
Phuket | This tour offers a full day out to visit Koh Phi Phi, which many regard as the two most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea.
Your 1-hour speedboat transfer to Phi Phi will ensure you spend less time on the water between Phuket and Phi Phi and more time on the island swimming, snorkeling or relaxin... |
Thaton and Long-Neck Hilltribe Tour
Tour
Chiang Mai | Approximately 176 km north of Chiang Mai, situated at the border ot Thailand and Burma, is Tha Thon district. Visit four hilltribe villages. Leave Chiang Mai for Chiang Dao and visit Chiang Dao cave. Proceed to Palong and Lisu villages then on to Tha Ton, where local lunch will be provided. Afte... |
Ang Thong National Marine Park Cruise
Cruise
Koh Samui | Take a relaxing cruise to magical Ang Thong National Marine Park for a day of scenic beauty, swimming and sun worship. |
Koh Hong Island Tour
Cruise
Krabi | This tour allows you to experience one of the most beautiful pristine islands of Krabi- Koh Hong is pure paradise. Travel by speedboat from Krabi and enjoy the day exploring Koh Hong Island and Pelay Beach. Enjoy a picnic lunch, swimming and snorkeling. After discovering the breathtaking beauty, sha... |
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