A Taste of Thailand: Itinerary
Day 1
We will immediately fly to Chiang Mai to lose ourselves in the twisting flower filled lanes…finding crumpling stupas, semi hidden cafes and noodle stands along the way. Explore the ultimate souvenir stand of Chiang Mai’s Night Bazaar stretching as far as the eye can see.
Day 2
At an overnight temple retreat, we step inside the world of a novice monk and uncover the mystery of the saffron-robed men and boys.
Day 3
Return to Chiang Mai. Afternoon available to explore the life of the H’mong hill tribe amongst emerald rice paddies who still live as they have for centuries.
Day 4-5
Every traveler agrees our day with the elephants is captivating. On this tour we have the honor of spending the night at their home! As we feed them breakfast, walk with them to the river’s edge and bathe them, we are educated on how these once-abused, gentle giants have found a home where they can happily live out their days.
Day 6
Our last day in Chiang Mai allows us time to visit a village healer, whose herbal ball locates and heals disease in the body.
Day 7
Return to Bangkok for flight home or begin the Bangkok and Beyond tour.
About Your Guide
Sawatee ka. Dee chan Beth ka. I welcome you to visit what I consider my second home. My dentist, my hair dresser, and some of my closest friends are here. It first became home when I lived in Lampang for a year doing an internship for Grad school. I have returned repeatedly over the past 20 years and have lost count as to just how many times I have been to Thailand. I speak enough Thai to make the locals giggle and fill my belly with 5 star meals!
I love going to the elephant sanctuary! It is the best day of every trip. To spend the night amongst these gentle giants impacts me to my very core!
It is here in Thailand that I had a tumor healed by a local healer, received the best massages in the world, eaten more unusual food than your wildest imaginings. I have explored many of the nooks and crannies of this country that most farang (foreigners) never have the opportunity to experience. That is the part of Thailand I so look forward to sharing with you. We'll eat well, laugh hard and go to bed smiling!
Phob kan mai…see you later!
~ Beth
- Introduction
- Northern Itinerary
- Bangkok Itinerary
- Giving Back
- Dates & Prices
- Trip Reviews
- Photo Gallery
- Resources
Upcoming Dates:
Northern Thailand
Oct. 21-28, 2012
Bangkok & Beaches
Oct. 28-Nov. 3, 2012
"Your relentless enthusiasm, positive energy and adventurous spirit, coupled with your knowledge of Thai culture far exceeded my expectations, giving me a totally unsurpassed experience to last a lifetime! Every day was packed with unique memories, from being blessed by monks to being kissed by elephants."
~Joan Sibrava, Oct. 2009