You will meet with your guide at Chiang Mai airport. Then, drive up to the Doi Suthep, a 1600 metre high mountain towering over Chiang Mai. Visit the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a beautiful
temple from which you have a fantastic view over the city. Lunch will be at a local restaurant and then return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free at leisure.
(Check-in time is by 2pm unless you request for an early check-in)
Banthai Village
Nestled in a bustling neighborhood just off Tapae Road and in walking distance to the Tapae Gate entrance to the old city, Banthai Village is a cozy retreat that also affords easy access to much of Chiang Mai’s best attractions including the Sunday Walking Street market and the Night Bazaar.
To get to know Chiang Mai a little better, you will be picked up by your driver and your guide in the lobby. Today, you will visit some of the most famous but lesser-known temples in the Old City of Chiang Mai. The transfer can today, if desired be with a so-called Samlor, i.e. a tuktuk.
First, you will drive to the temples Wat Chiang Man and Wat Phra Singh. The latter is probably the most revered temple in Chiang Mai. Continue to Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phantao, a beautiful wooden temple. Do not forget to take pictures of these impressive buildings and capture the spiritual ambience. Lunch is served in a local restaurant.
After lunch you will visit the colourful Warorot market. This market is nowadays the center of Chinatown in Chiang Mai. You will explore the bustling market, where all sorts of everyday things are sold. Gain a deeper impression of the life of the northern Thai population. Afterwards you will be transferred to your hotel in Chiang Mai.
Banthai Village
Nestled in a bustling neighborhood just off Tapae Road and in walking distance to the Tapae Gate entrance to the old city, Banthai Village is a cozy retreat that also affords easy access to much of Chiang Mai’s best attractions including the Sunday Walking Street market and the Night Bazaar.
This day is at your leisure in the city. You can relax in the hotel or explore the surroundings on your own. Prepare your mind and body for the next few days.
Banthai Village
Nestled in a bustling neighborhood just off Tapae Road and in walking distance to the Tapae Gate entrance to the old city, Banthai Village is a cozy retreat that also affords easy access to much of Chiang Mai’s best attractions including the Sunday Walking Street market and the Night Bazaar.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel. You will be taken to the Wat Umong Meditation Center. Here you will spend the next 3 days.
After registering you will receive a first introduction and learn more about the daily routine. The program can change on a daily basis and the staff and
monks present will brief you.
Program and activities at this meditation centre will be run by English Speaking Monks and staff.
Wat Umong Meditation Centre
The Wat Umong (Umong temple) Meditation Centre was founded for the propagation of theoretical and practical Buddhism and for the promotion of peace to happiness among all human beings. The center was officially acknowledged as the seventh provincial meditation center in 2008 by Royal Thai Sangha Organisation. The centre is a forest monastery at the the foothills of Doi Suthep that all meditators are invited to retreat and practice among peacefully natural surroundings.
After breakfast, Practice meditation (Self-Training after instruction guidance).
Wat Umong Meditation Centre
The Wat Umong (Umong temple) Meditation Centre was founded for the propagation of theoretical and practical Buddhism and for the promotion of peace to happiness among all human beings. The center was officially acknowledged as the seventh provincial meditation center in 2008 by Royal Thai Sangha Organisation. The centre is a forest monastery at the the foothills of Doi Suthep that all meditators are invited to retreat and practice among peacefully natural surroundings.
Today is following the same schedule as yesterday. Use the meditation units to find your inner centre and the rest periods to process what you have learned. You will be encouraged to find your balance in body and soul. In the afternoon, the driver will pick you up and transfer you from Wat Umong to your hotel in Chiang Mai.
Banthai Village
Nestled in a bustling neighborhood just off Tapae Road and in walking distance to the Tapae Gate entrance to the old city, Banthai Village is a cozy retreat that also affords easy access to much of Chiang Mai’s best attractions including the Sunday Walking Street market and the Night Bazaar.
Check out of your hotel and get ready for your trip to Bangkok today. The driver and your tour guide are waiting for you in the lobby for your transfer to Chiang Mai
Airport for your flight to Bangkok.
The flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok is not included in the package and must be added on.
Arrive into Bangkok and you will be picked up at the airport in Bangkok and be transferred to your hotel. Relax in your hotel and reflect on the past days of peace.
Silom Serene Hotel
Property Location
A stay at Silom Serene Hotel places you in the heart of Bangkok, walking distance from Patpong Night Market and Thaniya Plaza. This hotel is close to Wat Pho and Wat Arun.
Experience Bangkok's spiritual side with temple visits.
This morning, visit the breathtaking reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, which is incredibly stunning and adorned. Here you can also visit the wider area of the temple and discover the many exciting characters. There you can even experience the traditional singing there (chanting). Then, visit Wat Saket, the Temple of the Golden Mountain in sight. At the top of the Golden Mountain, you can relax with a panoramic view of Bangkok and overlook the bustling capital from a quiet spot. Lunch on site at leisure.
Finally, your tour will take you to Wat Trimitr, where you will find a solid gold Buddha before returning to your hotel.
Silom Serene Hotel
Property Location
A stay at Silom Serene Hotel places you in the heart of Bangkok, walking distance from Patpong Night Market and Thaniya Plaza. This hotel is close to Wat Pho and Wat Arun.
Half Day Tour to Jim Thompson's House. The driver and your tour guide will pick you up in the lobby today. In the morning, a real oasis awaits you amid the bustling, chaotic city of Bangkok.
On a quiet side street near Bangkok's most famous shopping malls, visit Jim Thompson's House. Jim Thompson is also known as the father and savior of the Thai silk industry. He set himself the goal in the last century to revive this important tradition of Thailand. In his teak-built, traditional home, you can admire his heritage and learn more about this fascinating man who disappeared on a hike in Malaysia without a trace. The in-house shop offers wonderful souvenirs made of the finest silk.
After you will be brought to the Spa "Panpuri Wellness" for a relaxing afternoon and your driver will leave for the day. You embark on a journey of absolute wellbeing, pampering your senses in state-of-the-art, eco-friendly facilities that promote health, beauty and long-lasting vitality. (Your package includes 60
minutes of Royal Thai Massage and 30 minutes of Foot Massage, duration approximately 1.5 hours).
After your massage, you will need to make your own way back to your hotel.
Silom Serene Hotel
Property Location
A stay at Silom Serene Hotel places you in the heart of Bangkok, walking distance from Patpong Night Market and Thaniya Plaza. This hotel is close to Wat Pho and Wat Arun.
This day is at your leisure in the city. You can relax in the hotel or explore the surroundings on your own. How about some souvenirs to bring back to your loved ones?
Silom Serene Hotel
Property Location
A stay at Silom Serene Hotel places you in the heart of Bangkok, walking distance from Patpong Night Market and Thaniya Plaza. This hotel is close to Wat Pho and Wat Arun.
After breakfast, you will check out by 12pm (late check-out can be requested subject to hotel availability and surcharges) and your driver and tour guide will pick you up in the lobby for your transfer from your hotel in Bangkok to Bangkok Airport.
Hopefully, today you will fly home feeling relaxed and rested from the meditation and your inner peace.
Please note:Accommodation in hotels mentioned/listed is subject to availability. If the listed hotel is fully booked, alternate accommodation will be booked within the same hotel category without surcharge/reduction. If no hotel in the same category is available, we reserve the right to apply a surcharge for any higher category or a reduction for any lower category. All hotel ratings are according to the local accreditation authority. Compulsory surcharges and meal options apply during peak holiday periods such as Christmas, May 1st, New Years and Chinese New Year. These will be advised at the time of booking or at any time should the hotel apply on an ad hoc basis.Services included with this tour:- All described sightseeing as per the programme mentioned- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles unless otherwise mentioned- Accommodation in hotels with daily breakfast- English-speaking local guides- Admission fees to indicated sights- Meals as mentioned during your tour- Domestic government tax and service chargeServices not included as a part of your tour:- International and Domestic flight tickets- Visa fees- Travel insurance - Compulsory meals and supplements during peak and holiday dates- Single room supplement should the client wish to use a single room instead of sharing one room- Drinks during meals- Tips, drinks and personal expenses- Early check-in and late check-out fees (if requested)
