17-Day Luxury Family Vacation: Adventures in Thailand and Laos

Wat Chaiwatthanaram in Ayutthaya, Thailand

What to expect on this itinerary

With rich cultural heritage, exquisite culinary history, and immaculate rainforests sweeping much of the untouched landscapes, Thailand and Laos are phenomenal places to bring your family for 17 days of non-stop fun and insightful discovery. From temple tours in decorated spiritual complexes to forest walks in pristine environments and foodie experiences at sensational eateries to historic exhibitions at venerated landmarks, explore Thailand and Laos’ adventure highlights with your family.

Countries Visited

Laos, Thailand

Places Visited

Bangkok, Ayutthaya Province, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Koh Samui

Suggested Duration

17 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Bangkok - Panoramas of Bangkok’s Bubbly Cityscape

You will cross the International Date Line and arrive in Bangkok in the early evening. After checking into your city center hotel, you may wander the streets of Bangkok at your leisure and absorb the exuberance brimming across its bubbly districts at night markets peppering the cityscape. After checking out the colorful trinkets and trying a few tasty Thai snacks at stalls in the market, you may head to a rooftop bar and restaurant to sip on cocktails and gaze over the towering skyline dressed in neon lights.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Day 2

Bangkok - Discover Thailand’s Captivating Culture

Day 3

Bangkok - Traditional Highlights of Thailand

Day 4

Bangkok - Unravel History in Ayutthaya

Day 5

Luang Prabang - Old Town Strolls in Laos

Day 6

Luang Prabang - Paying Your Respects to Laotian Tradition

Day 7

Luang Prabang - The Illustrious Highlights of Laos’ Wilderness

Day 8

Chiang Mai - From Luang Prabang to Northern Thailand

Day 9

Chiang Mai - Learn the Art of Muay Thai

Day 10

Chiang Mai - Sweeping Spectacles atop Doi Suthep

Day 11

Chiang Mai - Delectable Dishes and Sky-High Views

Day 12

Chiang Rai - Exploring an Ethical Elephant Sanctuary

Day 13

Chiang Rai - Thailand’s Golden Triangle

Day 14

Koh Samui - Thailand’s Great Island Retreat

Day 15

Koh Samui - Sublime Snorkeling in Koh Samui

Day 16

Koh Samui - Revel in Koh Samui’s Water Sports

Day 17

Koh Samui - Cherishing Every Last Moment

Trip Highlights

  • Peruse Bangkok’s back alleys, tuck into delicious Thai cuisine at foodie hotspots, and wander the sacred temple sites dotting the cityscape on a guided khlong, or canal, tour across the city’s network of rivers
  • Explore the traditions of Thailand on a guided walking tour from Bangkok’s old quarters past ancient architecture, stunning temples, elaborate palaces, and bustling markets before you witness a Muay Thai boxing match in a historic stadium
  • Transfer to the ancient temple ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ayutthaya to explore Thailand’s dramatic spiritual past as well as delve into religious traditions with a master of Sak Yant tattooing
  • Tour Luang Prabang’s laid-back Old Town on foot to unpack the region’s history at the Royal Palace Museum, explore its spiritual heritage at the Wat Visoun and Wat Xiengthong, and delve into Laotian culture at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre
  • Pay your respects to Laotian tradition during humbling spiritual experiences, including the ritualistic alms giving ceremony early every morning and a visit to the Long Lao Mai Village in Luang Prabang
  • Visit two of Luang Prabang’s significant wilderness highlights, including the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, where you will stumble upon thousands of Buddha statues, and the massive Kuang Si Waterfall, where you will wallow in cascading turquoise pools
  • Discover the ancient pottery crafting history of the Chan Nua Village as you visit a charming pottery center, watch skilled locals creating meticulous clay products, and try your hands at crafting your own pottery creations
  • Master the basic techniques of Muay Thai during a private lesson with a professional instructor at one of Chiang Mai’s coveted boxing camps before you explore the country’s oldest tea plantation
  • Bask in the beautiful jungle backdrops at an ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Rai, where you will have the opportunity to care for, play with, and bath the magnificent Thai elephants
  • Spend days wallowing in the luxurious seaside splendors of Koh Samui as you lounge with your toes in the soft pearl-white sands, swim and snorkel in crystal clear seas, and tuck into exquisite seafood dishes overlooking the ocean

Starting Price

$7,500 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist.

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