Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok

Meet at the airport by a Uniglobe Silverbird Travel representative and transfer to your hotel (with guide). Early check-in is exclusive and subject to availability. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice - Glow Trinity Silom 3 Star / DusitThani 4 Star / Tower Club at Lebua 5 Staron bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2: Bangkok

After breakfast, drive to Wat Pho in time to experience the monks’ morning chanting ritual. One of the oldest temples in Bangkok, Wat Pho is home to the famous 45m reclining Buddha; it is also the original school of traditional Thai massage. From here, take a tuk-tuk ride via Pak KlongTaland Flower Market towards the Grand Palace, the most important and spectacular royal palace in Thailand. The mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand, now is housed here. Next, walk to the pier to take a long-tailed boat ride along the “klongs” (canals) of Thonburi to get a flavour of local life. Stop at Wat Arun, once the grand royal temple to King Rama II.

After lunch at a local restaurant, cross the river again and drive to Chinatown and get a first-hand look at old Bangkok. Walk along Yaworat Road where there are many interesting shops selling everything imaginable. Enjoy a cup of Chinese tea with the locals at a very old teashop before exploring the bustling Talad Kao market, where a variety of food, fresh and dry fruits, and Chinese herbs are on offer. Return to the hotel.

NOTE:

1. Suggested departure time: 08:30 Duration: 8, 5 hours.
2. For religious reasons, ladies should wear short-sleeved top with full-length trousers or knee-length skirts and gentlemen should wear trousers and short-sleeved shirts. No sandals or flip-flops allowed.
3. WatArun Temple will be under renovation from today onwards until further notice. (Exact date of finalization has not been announced yet). You may visit the temple but construction work is ongoing so visitors are not allowed to climb up the Stupa – only a walk around is possible.
4. Overnight atthe hotel of your choice - Glow Trinity Silom 3 Star / Dusit Thani 4 Star / Tower Club at Lebua 5 Star on bed and breakfast basis.

Day 3: Bangkok

As the saying goes, the early bird catches the worm! Rise and shine to catch a glimpse of Bangkok’s busiest fresh seafood market! Mahachai market is one of Thailand's largest traditional fresh seafood markets, located at an old railroad station in the delta of the Gulf of Thailand. Discover handicrafts such as wicker furniture, pottery and local sarongs amongst other offerings, as well as the biggest supply of fresh seafood. Have your camera ready for many colorful action images.

Return to the vehicle and continue driving south towards Damnoen Saduak floating market. This vibrant market features numerous small boats laden with colorful fruits and vegetables, paddled by Thai women who are often wearing the traditional bamboo hats. Almost always crowded due to the hundreds of vendors, purchasers and tourists, the best way to experience the atmosphere of the market is to board a boat and make your way through the small canals to buy fresh produce from the vendors. This is the last 'authentic' place to see the traditional way of buying and selling goods in Thailand.

As we head back to Bangkok we will stop by a more peaceful local market, located on the banks of the Nakhon Chaisi River – Don Wai market. Situated next to a temple, this market is mainly frequented by the locals. Stroll along the riverbank and sample some of the famous local dishes. Enjoy a local Thai lunch at one of the many riverside restaurants (non-air-conditioned) and return back to Bangkok in the late afternoon.

NOTE:

1. Suggested departure time: 07:00 Duration: 9 hours.
2. Sturdy walking shoes with rubber soles are recommended as clients will be walking around a wet crowded market with narrow paths that are not in good condition.
3. Flip flops are not recommended for this day).
4. Overnight at the hotel of your choice - Glow Trinity Silom 3 Star / DusitThani 4 Star / Tower Club at Lebua 5 Star on bed and breakfast basis.


Day 4: Bangkok /Phuket by air

Transfer from your accommodation to the airport (with guide) for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, transfer with guide tohotel. Late check-out/Early check-in is exclusive and subject to availability. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice Banthai Beach 3 Star/ The Kee 4 Star / La Flora Patong 5 Star on bed and breakfast basis.

Day 5 - Day 7: Phuket

Free at leisure to enjoy the beach and hotel’s facilities. Overnight at the hotel of your choice Banthai Beach 3 Star/ The Kee 4 Star / La Flora Patong 5 Staron bed and breakfast basis.

Day 8: Phuket / Bangkok / Departure

You will have breakfast be free at leisure until departure. Transfer with guide to the airport for flight back to Bangkok. Upon arrival, make your own connection to your departure flight. Late check-out is exclusive and subject to availability.