Wellness Tour of Thailand

(11 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket or Koh Samui

This private luxury tour of Thailand features customized active and wellness activities, ample time for relaxation and spa appointments, as well as private cultural touring and accommodation at top luxury accommodations.

Begin in Chiang Mai with a stay at one of Asia's most luxurious and atmospheric resorts, surrounded by mountains and lush fields of terraced rice paddies. During private touring, visit a revered mountaintop temple and see monks collecting their morning alms. Also visit a local hill tribe village. One day, take an excursion to an elephant sanctuary and learn about these fascinating animals. Another day, enjoy a Thai cooking lesson. Also explore Chiang Mai's historic temples and wonderful markets. There will also be plenty of leisure time at the resort to enjoy swimming, hiking, biking, yoga or spa and wellness treatments.

Continue to Bangkok. Enjoy a fascinating, private long-tail boat tour through Bangkok's canals. Visit Bangkok's most important attractions, including the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho and Wat Arun. Learn about Buddhist practices and influences on daily life. Explore colorful markets selling textiles, flowers, Buddhist items, food and crafts. There will also be time to enjoy one of the world's leading spas, swim, shop for exquisite Asian art, and dine on some of Southeast Asia's best cuisine.

Finally, fly to one of the islands of the south (Phuket or Koh Samui) and enjoy several days at one of Thailand's leading luxury resorts. Spend your days relaxing on pristine beaches, indulging at the spa, swimming, playing tennis or golf, taking cooking classes or yoga lessons, diving, snorkeling or exploring nearby islands by luxury boat. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange a customized wellness program for a physical, mental, and emotional reset.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Chiang Mai Private arrival transfer to resort for 4 nights Day 2 Chiang Mai Morning private tour, including option for sunrise alms-giving, hiking and cultural touring. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 3 Chiang Mai Private excursion to elephant sanctuary. Afternoon at leisure. Evening transfers to Night Market Day 4 Chiang Mai Morning market visit and Thai cooking lesson or private cultural touring. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 5 Chiang Mai – Bangkok Private transfer to airport for flight to Bangkok. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights. Afternoon private longtail boat ride and visit to temples Day 6 Bangkok Half-day private city tour. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 7 Bangkok – Phuket or Koh Samui Private transfer to airport for flight to Phuket or Koh Samui. Private arrival transfer to resort for 4 nights Day 8 Phuket or Koh Samui At leisure at resort to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 9 Phuket or Koh Samui At leisure at resort to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 10 Phuket or Koh Samui At leisure at resort to enjoy spa and wellness treatments on request Day 11 Depart Phuket or Koh Samui Private airport transfer

Hotels

Chiang Mai: Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Bangkok: Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Koh Samui: Amanpuri, Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui or Kamalaya Koh Samui

Cost

$13,290 Per person (double occupancy)