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Perfect Days in Thailand & Bali
(14 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Bali

This tour is a multi-sensory delight, combining the highlights of Thailand and Bali, with accommodations at several of the world's most acclaimed luxury resorts. Your days will be spent taking in the sights at local villages, temples, and small towns. Scenery throughout the tour is stunning and varied, ranging from dramatic ocean vistas to lush terraced rice fields.

Bangkok
  • Begin your journey in Bangkok, a fascinating city with dozens of glistening temples and colorful markets.

  • Enjoy superb dining and shopping for Thai silks, crafts, antiques, clothing, and other distinctive Thai goods.

  • Accommodation will be at the legendary Oriental Bangkok.

  • City touring includes a private longtail boat ride through the residential canals (klongs).

  • Learn about Buddhist art and beliefs at Wat Phra Keow and the Grand Palace.

  • Explore the city's main Central Market where local chefs and families purchase flowers, spices, seafood, and produce.

  • Witness monks chanting one morning at the Marble Temple.

  • View the art collections at the Jim Thompson Museum and the private Prasart estate.

  • Relax at your hotel's renowned spa, cooking school, restaurants, and other facilities.
Chiang Mai and Bali
  • Next, fly to Bali, for a week spent in total indulgence at the Four Seasons resorts in Jimbaran Bay and Sayan.

  • Visit the inland region of Ubud, known for its artists, galleries, cafes, and shops.

  • Tour Eastern Bali, the island's most traditional region, to visit remote villages and perhaps attend one of the near daily ceremonies and festivals taking place.

  • When not sightseeing, unwind at the beach and your private plunge pools.

  • Take advantage of the spa, tennis, golf, swimming, and water or cultural activities available through your resorts.
Itinerary Overview

Day 01

Arrive Bangkok

Arrival transfer to the Oriental Hotel Bangkok for 3 nights.

 
Day 02

Bangkok

Morning boat ride on residential canals, visit Central Market, Wat Phra Keow and Grand Palace, and Jim Thompson Home. (B)

 
Day 03

Bangkok

Morning visit to listen to monks chanting at the Marble Temple. Continue to Prasart Museum. (B)

 
Day 04

Bangkok - Chiang Mai

Transfer and flight to Chiang Mai. Arrival visit to Doi Suthep temple, continue to Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai for 4 nights. (B)

 
Day 05

Chiang Mai

Half-day touring of city and craft districts. (B)

 
Day 06

Chiang Mai

Touring to elephant camp and Hilltribe villages. (B,L)

 
Day 07

Chiang Mai

At leisure to enjoy resort. (B)

 
Day 08

Chiang Mai - Bangkok - Bali

Transfer and flights to Bali (via Bangkok). Arrival transfer to Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay for three nights. (B)

 

Days 09

& 10

Four Seasons Jimbaran

Days at leisure at resort. (B)

 
Day 11

Four Seasons Jimbaran - Four Seasons Sayan

Full day touring villages and temples in Eastern Bali. Drive inland late afternoon to check in at Four Seasons Resort at Sayan for 3 nights. (B)

 

Days 12

& 13

Four Seasons Sayan

Days at leisure at resort. Free time to tour Ubud and surrounding region. Optional tours include leading galleries, Monkey Forest, morning market, dance performances, river rafting, hiking, spas, bicycling. (B)

 
Day 14

Depart Bali

At leisure until airport transfer. (B)



Accommodation

Bangkok Oriental Hotel Bangkok
Chiang Mai Four Seasons Chiang Mai
Bali Four Seasons Jimbaran and Four Seasons Sayan



Cost

Per Person Cost (double occupancy): $7,960


* Optional surcharge for regional business class flights (when available): From $190 per person

To request the complete itinerary for the above tour, or to begin customizing your own itinerary, please contact an Artisans of Leisure travel expert.

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Monks at Wat Phra Keow in Bangkok, Thailand

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