Today is departure day, and you fly to Thailand with connecting flight(s) en route.

You land in the Thai capital, Bangkok, go through immigration and collect your luggage. Out in the arrivals hall, your guide will be waiting with a TourCompass sign, and from here you will be driven to your hotel in central Bangkok.

At the end of the afternoon, there is a welcome meeting at the hotel. Here, your guide will tell you about Thailand, what to be aware of and respect. Any questions will also be answered, and the programme for your tour will be reviewed. This is followed by a short walk in the area around the hotel, where the guide will point out where you can find an ATM, a pharmacy etc.

After the meeting, you are probably getting hungry, and you can then suitably head out to explore Bangkok’s lively streets, where unique food experiences await you, ranging from street kitchens to modern fusion restaurants.

Later in the evening, you can saunter around the busy streets before a good and well-deserved night’s sleep awaits you.

There are no excursions scheduled today, so you can set your own pace for the day.

Start with a cup of coffee and a good breakfast before you head out on an adventure, either on one of our exciting optional trips, which you can read more about below, or on your own.

When you are to move around in Bangkok, you do not have to worry about the infamous traffic, because the city has a good range of different means of transport. Many people use tuk tuks, but river taxis are also a hit, and they provide a significant part of the public transport services as they dock at many of the city’s major attractions. There is also the Sky Train, which winds its way between the city’s high-rise buildings and which is a good, fast and inexpensive transport option.

Bangkok is divided into east and west by the Chao Phraya River, which is 372 km long. The eastern part of the city is regarded as central Bangkok with popular areas such as Sukhumvit, Silom and China Town, which have a high concentration of shopping centres, good eateries and local markets. It is also on the eastern side that you will find the historic part of Bangkok, which is home to the famous royal palace, Grand Palace, and the Emerald Buddha’s temple, Wat Phra Kaew.

If you need quieter and greener surroundings, you can visit the Lumpini or Benjakitti park. You can also choose to cross over to the western side of the river, where you will experience a completely different world without skyscrapers and honking tuk tuks. Here you will encounter the more traditional Bangkok and a maze of canals where people live in houses on stilts.

In the evening, it is almost a must to visit one of the city’s sky bars, which is an obvious place to sip a cold drink while enjoying the sunset.

You can also visit the neon-lit China Town or the Asiatique The Riverfront shopping area, which, in addition to shops, also includes entertainment and restaurants.

Whatever you decide to do, we guarantee that you will not get bored.

You have the day on your own until late afternoon, and here you can relax by the pool and soak up the sun, explore the city or go on one of our optional trips.

In the late afternoon, you will be picked up at the hotel and driven to the starting point of the day’s excursion. Here, a tuk tuk will be waiting to take you around Bangkok’s vibrant streets to some of the city’s hidden eateries.

Along the way, you will catch a glimpse of Bangkok’s popular landmarks, which are beautifully lit in the evening. You will, for example, see the Monument of Democracy, which marks Thailand’s abolition of absolute monarchy and the introduction of a constitutional monarchy.  The monument is located at the busy Ratchadamnoen Avenue – not far from the royal palace, the Grand Palace.

You will arrive at a popular Pad Thai restaurant, classified as a Bib Gourmand restaurant. Bib Gourmand is a label awarded by the Michelin Guide to restaurants offering fine cuisine at moderate prices. Here you will be served the tasty national dish on banana leaves, and you can also visit the kitchen and see how it is all done.

Back in the tuk tuk, you continue past the 27-metre tall Giant Swing, which is a historical and cultural landmark at the Wat Suthat Thepwararam temple.

The next stop is a local night market, where you will have time to walk around between the many stalls. Here you will sample local delicacies, such as braised pork leg (khao kha mu), coconut pudding and sticky rice with egg (bua loi khai waan).

The trip continues to Thailand’s largest flower market, Pak Klong Talat, which is only open in the evening. Here you stroll past the many flower stalls and have the opportunity to fold your own lotus flower, which is of great importance to Buddhists in particular.

At the next stop, you will learn about Thai wedding traditions when you visit a patisserie specialising in precisely wedding cakes.

The evening ends at a relaxed rooftop bar located at the Chao Phraya River with a view of the illuminated Wat Arun temple. This view is hard to beat!

After a lovely evening, you will be driven back to the hotel.

Today, you leave Bangkok and are driven to Khao Yai National Park, located 140 km northeast of Bangkok. Sit back and enjoy the many impressions outside the window.

Khao Yai National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was named Thailand’s first national park in 1962. The park covers an area of 2,168 km2 and comprises evergreen forest, deciduous forest, grassy plains, rainforest and a mountainous terrain, all of which has created great biodiversity among both plant and animal species. One of the park’s big draws is the many waterfalls, such as Haew Suwat and Haew Narok, which are located as small spaces for contemplation in the green surroundings. In other words, Khao Yai is consequently one of Thailand’s most impressive and versatile natural gems.

Well arrived at your place of overnight accommodation, you check in, and the rest of the day is at your own disposal. You can sit out on your balcony with a good book, enjoy the stunning surroundings or take a refreshing dip in the pool.

In the evening, you can watch the sun disappearing behind the green-clad mountains, which is an incredibly beautiful sight, and perhaps grab a drink in the hotel bar before it is time for bed.

You wake up to absolutely fantastic peace and quiet. Sit out on your balcony and enjoy the silence before, in the late morning, you are picked up by your guide, who will drive you towards the national park itself, which is located about a 25-minute drive away. There will be a lunch stop at a local restaurant along the way.

For today’s excursion, we recommend that you wear good hiking shoes and wear clothes that cover both arms and legs and that dry quickly. You can also bring a small backpack for beverages, snacks and other personal belongings.

You will be driven into the national park itself, where you and your guide will meet an experienced ranger who knows the park like the back of his hand. A hike along one of the park’s most beautiful trails awaits you. The hike is between 1.2-2 km long and lasts between 45-60 minutes, depending on the exact route that the ranger chooses. The route is one of the shortest and easiest in the national park, and it is suitable for guests of all ages. The trail winds through rainforest and dry forest to the small waterfall Kong Kaew, which is located at the end of the trail. Along the way, there is a good chance of seeing gibbon monkeys swinging from tree to tree. If you love birds, you are in for a treat because the park has 440 different bird species, including the largest population of hornbills in Thailand.

You hike back to the starting point and are driven to the Haew Narok waterfall, which is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the national park. It consists of three levels and has a total drop height of about 150 metres, making it Khao Yai’s tallest waterfall. From the parking lot down to the waterfall, it is a walk of about 1 km via a nature trail and down steps through the lush forest. Be aware that it can be very slippery during the rainy season, and the route is not for walking-impaired persons.

The view of the waterfall is amazing, especially during the rainy season when the water flow is at its highest. From the viewpoint, you can see the cascades tumble down the cliffs, creating a landscape that is both dramatic and picturesque. The area is also a popular spot for wildlife observation, including wild elephants, which are often seen near the waterfall or on their way to the salt cliffs along the trails.

Back in the car, you will be driven to the Pha Trom Chai viewpoint, which is located about 1,300 metres above sea level. From here, you can enjoy the view of the national park, which stretches as far as the eye can see.

In the late afternoon or early evening, you will be driven to the Khao Yai Visitor Center, from where you will go on an evening safari. You will ride with a ranger in a high-seat pickup truck, where you will experience the park’s wildlife after the sun has set. The trip is 10 km long and lasts just over an hour.

You will then be driven back to the hotel.

Today marks the start of your long-awaited beach holiday on the island of Koh Samet.

You will be picked up at your hotel and driven to the Ao Prao pier in Ban Phe, which is around a 4.5-hour drive from Khao Yai. From here, you will take a speedboat to the hotel on Koh Samet, which takes 30 minutes.

After arrival, there is check-in, and you can then enjoy the rest of the day on your own.

Koh Samet is a small island located in the Gulf of Thailand about 200 kilometres southeast of Bangkok and near the coast in the Rayong Province.

Koh Samet is known for its beautiful beaches with white sand and crystal-clear waters. One of the best beaches is the secluded and quiet beach of Ao Prao in the west.

A large part of Koh Samet is also designated as a national park, which means that the island has a well-preserved nature, and where the lovely beaches end, a rich and colourful marine life starts. This means that Koh Samet is also an obvious destination if you are into snorkelling and diving.

There are also good opportunities for enjoying the local cuisine at the island’s good beach restaurants.

There are no excursions scheduled, and you can therefore enjoy the days on your own and at your own pace.

Ao Prao is a relatively small and intimate beach, which contributes to its peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. It is also one of the most scenic and peaceful beaches on Koh Samet, and the beach is known for its soft, white sand and calm, clear waters, making it the ideal place for swimming and snorkelling for both adults and children. There are also opportunities for paddle boarding and kayaking.

In addition, Ao Prao is one of the few beaches on the island that faces west, making it a perfect place to enjoy beautiful sunsets.

If you want a livelier atmosphere, you can head over to Sai Kaew, where you will find a wider selection of restaurants as well as beach bars, entertainment etc. It takes about 35-40 minutes on foot and about 10 minutes in a songthaew, that is a traditional taxi.

You will be sailed back to the Ao Prao pier on the mainland. From here, you will be driven to Bangkok Airport, from where you will fly towards Europe with connecting flight(s) en route.

You land in your chosen airport after a wonderful tour.