Thailand Culinary Private Tours 9 Days

TRIP HIGHLIGHT: Our 9-day Thailand Culinary Tours is designed for individuals interested in acquiring a deeper understanding of the fascinating culture of Thailand. This is a chance to discover one of the most well-known Buddhist cultures in the world during the journey to Thailand's historic temples, where you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the country's rich architectural heritage while also mingling with the locals and partaking in the delicious, authentic Thai cuisine. Come with us to Thailand and make some great memories. Pack up your luggage and join Viet Green Travel on this unforgettable vacation with lots of amazing memories that are waiting for you ahead. Let’s go and book now! - Thailand Highlight Tours, Thailand Culinary Private Tours, Viet Green Travel

Tour type:  Private                       

Duration: 9 days

Departure: Daily             

Tour Styles: Interact with local, Foodies delight, Cultural, Nature

Destination: Thailand - Bangkok - Pattaya - Coral Island - Koh Larn - Chiang Mai

ITINERARY TOUR:

Day 1: Bangkok Arrival

Morning

After arriving at Bangkok Airport, our guide will wait for you at Bangkok Airport and transfer you to the hotel in Bangkok. 

Check in and have free time at leisure for the rest of the day.

NOTE:

• The meeting location is on the terminal's second level, at gate number 5of Exit B side.
• Your representative will hold a sign with your name on it. The signs may be hung on the aluminum railing at our meeting location for several pickups.

Meals: NA

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

Day 2: City Temples - Thonburi Canal Tour

Morning

On the second day in Bangkok, a Bangkok city tour is waiting for you to discover after having breakfast:

• 1st stop: Wat Traimit- which contains a Buddha statue that weighs 5.5 tonnes. A magnificent gold statue from the 13th century stands an impressive 5 meters tall. 
• S2nd stop: At the second stop, there is a chance to explore the winding alleys of the historic district to reach Wat Phoand its enormous Buddha statue. You will be impressed with the Buddha's size, with the “Lion Sleep” position.
• 3rd stop: Visit the magnificent Grand Palace, yet another enormous temple compound that is home to some of the most beautiful examples of Thai Buddhist architecture. 
• Last stop: We continue to explore the wide grounds and many magnificent structures, including the highly respected Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the priceless Emerald Buddha statue that has been treasured since the 14th century.

Enjoy a delicious lunch after a long trip in the morning.

Afternoon

Most of the time in the afternoon will be spent on a traditional 'long tail' boat, gliding around the tranquil canals and soaking in the slow pace of life.

Take some time to visit the majestic Wat Arun, which rises 79 meters above the Chao Phraya River and is a must-see for any trip to Bangkok's Thonburi district.

NOTE:

• It is advised that you wear long pants, shoes with a heel that is covered, and shirts that cover the upper arm; however, vests are not recommended.

Meader Around The River For Sightseeings

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

Day 3: Bangkok - Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Morning

• Wake up early for today's schedule and have breakfast at the hotel.
• 07:00BestPrice's tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and take you to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in Ratchaburi, roughly 100 km southwest of Bangkok, for a day filled with color, art, and passion.
• Fresh fruits, flowers, colorful apparel, souvenirs, and more can be found along the waterways and on vendor boats at the floating market.
• To get a sense of the business atmosphere in the market, we may either stroll through the stalls on foot or hire a paddle boat (with an additional charge) to see it from a different perspective. 
• The Mae Klong Railway Marketis our next destination. The market's name refers to the fact that it is located along a railway line. This market bustles with activity from dawn to midnight, selling everything from fresh produce, meat, and seafood to packaged snacks, clothing, and jewelry.
• The market is exciting and unique since a train passes through it eight times a day, seven days a week.
• Have lunch at the local restaurant to conclude the tour.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok

Day 4: Bangkok - Pattaya

Morning

Have breakfast and be ready for a private trip to Pattaya.

• About half an hour outside of Pattaya, we'll stop by the Khao Kheow Open Zoo to take in all its attractions. From the animal feeding area to the jungle show, this is where you can see and learn about the finest of what the zoo has to offer.
• The zoo's highlights, including the feeding area and the jungle show, will be available for you to enjoy and learn about during our time here. The natural environment of Thailand's rare species, such as tigers and Asian elephants, will be emphasized while you discover how to interact with and care for animals.

Start getting back in the car, and head towards the hotel in Pattaya to relax.

Evening

Take in a performance at Tiffany's Show Pattaya, the city's first and still premier transvestite cabaret. You'll be blown away by the gorgeous "showgirls", the performances are jam-packed with outrageously exotic antics, and the lighting and effects genuinely make for a night you'll never forget. 

Take a picture with one of the performers before you depart for the fantastic night out.

Return back to the hotel and stay overnight in Pattaya.

Experience The Original Transvestite Cabaret Show In Pattaya

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Pattaya

Day 5: Pattaya - Coral Island Tour (Join in)

Morning

After breakfast, you'll be picked up from your hotel and transferred on a speedboat to Coral Island at around 09:00 - 09:30, where you may spend the rest of the day soaking in the sun and feeling the breeze. 

Koh Larn, also known as Coral Island, is a picturesque island in the Gulf of Thailand known for its white sand beaches, crystal clear seas, gorgeous sceneries, and stunning coral reef.

Upon arrival, we spend the day at one of the island's six main beaches, where we may engage in water sports activities like snorkeling and kayaking (for an extra fee). 

Have lunch at one of the chosen places and have a good time. There are several options for satisfying your seafood or Thai cuisine cravings on the beach.

Afternoon

Spend the day enjoying the sun and waves, and then head back to the hotel by private transfer.

NOTE:

• As this is a join-in tour, the boat may sometimes have a brief stop along the way to Koh Larn for other join-in guests with a different program. This would not take longer than 15 minutes.
• Water sports activities are not included in the tour.

Have Fun At The Beautiful Island

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Pattaya

Day 6: Pattya - Bangkok - Fly to Chiang Mai

Morning

Have breakfast at your hotel and get ready until the tour guide and private driver pick you up at the hotel.

Transfer you to Bangkok airport to take the flight to Chiang Mai. 

Afternoon

Upon arrival, a smiley tour guide and driver welcome you at the airport and then take you to the hotel in Chiang Mai to check in. 

You will have free time for the rest of the day to unwind.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai

Day 7: Local Experience and Sai Oua Making - Doi Suthep Temple

Morning

After an early morning meal, we'll explore the streets of Chiang Mai's historic Old City in a samlor, a pedal-powered rickshaw from the early 20th century.

• Start the tour by visiting a wet market, a terrific site to see individuals going about their day and to gain a sense of the area's culture. Here, we shop for produce, other fresh goods, and locally prepared dishes. 
• Continue to see Wat Puak Tam, a temple known for its artistic brass decorations; these are an integral aspect of the Lanna culture. 
• Have a first attempt at Thai cooking with a local culinary expert to learn how to make traditional sai-oua, a spicy sausage unique to the north of Thailand. 

Taste your dish at lunch alongside plenty of other dishes.

Afternoon

After lunch, make the way up the adventurous and twisting route to experience the pleasantly surprising change in air temperature around Wat Phra That Doi Suthep -  a widely regarded temple located approximately halfway up Doi Suthep.

Arrive at the temple and conquer 300 steps or swap two feet for a cable car to walk up to the top to explore the central chedi adorned in golden flakes, renowned for its glittering facade under the mid-day sun. 

Wat Puak Tam, A Famous Temple With Brass Ornaments

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai

Day 8: Chiang Mai Thai Cookery School

Morning

A private driver will pick you up at the hotel at around 09:15 - 09:50 to Chiang Mai Thai Cookery School to learn how to cook northern Thailand’s culinary classics. 

To prepare some of Thailand's most well-known dishes, we follow the culinary team's lead in selecting authentic, fresh ingredients.

Following the instructor's direction, prepare sour and spicy soup, pork and basil, fried rice, spicy salad, and green curry, and then enjoy the meal at lunch.

A recipe book with detailed instructions on how to recreate your dishes at home will be given to you at the end of the day.

Join In A Cooking Class For Exciting Lessons

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Mai

Day 9: Chiang Mai - Local Handicraft - Departure

Morning

Have breakfast and be prepared for the driver to pick you up at around 08:30 to get to the area at local handicraft markets. 

This tour will lead you to the Sankampaeng District, the heart of the handicraft industry in the city. 

Spend time exploring the different craft shops and stalls, and even learn how some of Chiang Mai’s famous products are made, from silk umbrella painting to cotton weaving and lacquerware, an ancient art form.

Choose some handicrafts to bring home, or buy some materials to try out your new craftsmanship skills on your own before your tour wraps up as you are brought back to Chiang Mai Airport. 

The tour will end after dropping off your group at the airport.

NOTE:

• Your international flight should depart after 15:00regarding time restrictions.

Sankampaeng District, Chiang Mai’s Famous Products Are Made

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: NA

PACKAGE PRICES:

Notes:

• *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
• Small group tour available (max 10 guests): HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
• Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

OUR PRICE INCLUDE:

• 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Picnic Lunch
• Car, Motorcycle, Bicycle
• Hotel (3 nights), N/A (1 night)

• Accommodation in TWN/ DBL sharing
• All transport and transfer by air conditioned vehicle (including airport pick up & see off), as per itinerary
• All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
• Entrance fees as per itinerary
• Meals as indicated in the program

OUR PRICE EXCLUDE:

• Hotel EARLY check in & LATE check out
• Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner at the hotel (if any)
• International flights to or from Vietnam with taxes
• Visa or Passport Fees
• Travel Insurance
• Tips, laundry and gratuities
• Meals not marked on itinerary, and water during meals.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellation by Customer

• 60 days prior to the arrival date: Non Refundable deposit charge and the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
• 59 – 31 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 30% per group/booking and plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
• 30 days – 15 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 50% per group/booking plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
• 14 – 7 days before arrival: Cancellations fee 70% charge plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels… in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
• Less than 7 days before arrival Or No show: 100 % charge per group/booking.

*** Nonrefundable deposit and banking service fee will be forfeited in all cancellation cases.

CHILDREN PRICES:

• The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
• For infant (<04 years old): FOC except domestic ticket cost
• 04 - 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate
• 04 - 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
• 04 - 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate

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