#10 best destination in the world
Ban Chiang
- Archeological site including several skeletons and bronze grave gifts such as bracelets, rings anklets, wires, spearheads, axes, hooks, blades and bells
- Dates back to 4420 BC, making it the earliest Bronze Age culture in the world
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Wat Pho
- #21 of the top 25 landmarks in the world
- First-class royal temple built under King Rama I
- Built in the 16th century
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Ruins of the old city of Ayutthaya
- Founded in 1351 by King Ramathibodi I
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns
- Preserved remains of 3 main cities of the Sukhothai Kingdom, the first of the Thai kingdoms
- Built during the 13th-14th centuries
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Si Satchanalai Historical Park
- City founded in 1250
- Park contains ancient Buddha figures, palace buildings, and ruined temples
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Phuket Giant Buddha
- Buddha being built in Phuket island
- Partially completed and open to visitors
BTS Skytrain
- Elevated rapid transit system
- Opened in 1999
The Thai Experience
- 16 dish, 4 course meals provided by chefs in a communal dining room
Emerald Buddha
- Figurine of the meditating Buddha made of semi-precious green stone (jade or jasper) and clothed in gold
Tab Kak Hang Nak Hill Nature Trail
- Hiking trail that takes about an hour and a half to complete
Costs
all flights $2,282
food $6/day x 17 days = $97
hotel $16/day x 16 days = $256
tickets (all attractions) $114
TOTAL for whole itinerary $2,749
