Between Land and Sea - Diving and Adventure

Welcome by our driver, then transfer to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Siam, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Check-in at the hotel for some rest.

In the afternoon, you have the option to explore the nearby historical site.

Free visit to the first major temple in the historical park – Wat Mahathat.

Day without a tour guide

Overnight stay at the Iudia on the River

Meeting with Khun Pip for a day in the kitchen.

In the heart of a traditional Thai house, we are initiated into the basics of Thai cuisine. Under the guidance of our host, we prepare 5 dishes:

• "Tom Yum Koong", spicy shrimp soup
• "Larb Moo", spicy pork salad (appetizer)
• "Phad Thai", stir-fried noodles (main course)
• "Kaeng Kari Kai", yellow chicken curry
• "Panaeng Neua", Panang curry with peanut sauce

Note: If you do not speak English, you will need the accompaniment of a French-speaking guide on that day.

Overnight stay at Khun Pip's (Thai-style sleeping arrangements)

Embark on a bicycle tour in the heart of the capital in the extraordinary Bang Krachao district - a true jungle in the middle of the city. At the entrance, you can rent bikes to explore the park. You can also visit an incense stick making workshop and several small temples, as well as see old houses in the neighborhood.

You also have the option to visit the "modern" city center and the shopping district of Siam Square.

Settling in at the Shanghai Mansion, a boutique hotel ideally located in the heart of the capital's Chinatown.

Departure in the morning to reach the pier and take the public boat-buses to the center, on the right bank and the Pak Klong Talad flower market district.

We start our day with a visit to the Grand Palace of Bangkok, built in 1782, which includes several magnificent buildings, including the Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which houses a beautiful Emerald Buddha dating back to the 14th century.

Then, we walk to Wat Pho, one of the oldest temples in Bangkok, to see its reclining Buddha.

We then cross the river by a small boat to visit Wat Arun, the "Temple of Dawn," located on the right bank.

Private traditional long-tail boat taxi ride on the Chao Phraya River, one of the most important rivers in the country. Discover the Venice of the East and the traditional life of the city's inhabitants, half of whom still live by the water.

Day accompanied by an English-speaking guide

Transfer in the morning to the domestic airport in Bangkok, then flight to Surat Thani.

This journey can also be made by night train; in this case, departure would be the day before.

Transfer to Khao Sok National Park.

Our program for the day will start in the early afternoon, with the elephants. We will accompany and assist in bathing the elephants before feeding them.

Next, we will enjoy a swim in the nearby hot springs.

In the evening, return to our hotel for dinner.

Overnight at Khao Sok Eco Resort in a Tree Lodge.

The activity is organized by the hotel. Please confirm the timing of the activity with a staff member during check-in.

This morning, we meet our local English-speaking team. Then, we depart for a hike to the lake, where we'll have a hearty picnic. Afterwards, we continue our trek through the jungle until we reach our camping spot for the evening. Following dinner prepared over a wood fire in bamboo, we head out for a night safari on foot. Adventure guaranteed!

Overnight in a hammock with mosquito net

We help our team prepare breakfast over the wood fire, then pack up camp. We continue our hike to the edge of Chiew Larn Lake. There, a boat awaits us to transfer us to our floating accommodation. We have some free time to swim in the crystal-clear waters of the lake. In the late afternoon, enjoy a final boat excursion to observe the sunset. Return to the floating resort for dinner.

A magical night in a bungalow on stilts at the Greenery Panvaree Resort.

We hit the road towards Khao Lak, renowned for its long white sandy beaches and diving spots.

Check-in for 3 nights at The Leaf Oceanside hotel in a Leaf room.

We are planning a 5-day diving trip (not included).

Khao Lak brings us closer to the famous Similan or Surin Islands, top destinations for diving.

The Andaman Sea is undoubtedly one of the must-visit sites to discover various aquatic species, including whale sharks.

Program to be defined according to your desires: possibility of planning day dives or a multi-day cruise.

Andaman Sea popular for whale shark sightings