Thailand · Luxury Collection
Thailand & Laos Luxury: Chiang Mai, the Mekong & Koh Yao Noi 15 days
The long way round in private: Bangkok and Chiang Mai, the Golden Triangle, a slow boat down the Mekong to Luang Prabang, then an Andaman island hideaway on Koh Yao Noi facing the karsts of Phang Nga Bay.
- Duration
- 15 days · 14 nights
- Style
- Private, five-star
- Price
- On request
The journey
The long way round in private: Bangkok and Chiang Mai, the Golden Triangle, a slow boat down the Mekong to Luang Prabang, then an Andaman island hideaway on Koh Yao Noi facing the karsts of Phang Nga Bay.
Every journey is private and can be adapted: your travel designer adjusts the route, pace and dates. Choose Luxury for refined five-star and boutique hotels, or Iconic for the legendary addresses.
- Bangkok
- Chiang Mai
- Golden Triangle
- Pakbeng
- Luang Prabang
- Phang Nga
Day by day
Your itinerary
A fast-track welcome at Suvarnabhumi airport and a private transfer to your riverside hotel. The evening is yours.
The Grand Palace and Wat Pho with your guide, then a private longtail through the Thonburi canals and past Wat Arun.
Meals: B
A morning flight to Chiang Mai and, later, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep at sunset above the city.
Meals: B
The Lanna temples of the Old City with your guide, then a hands-on cooking class and lunch with a local chef.
Meals: B, L
A private drive north by way of Wat Rong Khun, the White Temple, to the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.
Meals: B
A private transfer to the border at Chiang Khong, the crossing into Laos at Huay Xai, and your boat down the Mekong. Villages, sandbanks and forested hills slide past; the first night is on the river.
Meals: B, L, D
A full day on the river, stopping at Khmu and Lao villages along the banks, with meals on board or at your lodge.
Meals: B, L, D
The last stretch of the river, a stop at the Pak Ou caves and their Buddha statues, then arrival in Luang Prabang and a transfer to your hotel.
Meals: B, L
An early, quiet moment as the monks collect alms (watched respectfully, from a distance), then Wat Xieng Thong, the Royal Palace and the old town's lanes with your private guide. At sunset, a private boat on the Mekong.
Meals: B
A private drive to the turquoise pools of Kuang Si before the day visitors arrive, a picnic lunch in the shade and a stop at the bear rescue centre by the falls.
Meals: B, L
A flight to Phuket via Bangkok and a private speedboat to Koh Yao Noi.
Meals: B
A day for your pool villa and the views of Phang Nga Bay.
Meals: B
A private boat among the limestone islets, sea caves by canoe and lunch on board.
Meals: B, L
A free day at the resort, with a spa treatment if you wish.
Meals: B
A speedboat back to Phuket and a private transfer to the airport.
Meals: B
Where you stay
Choose your hotel style
Luxury
Refined five-star and boutique hotels with real character.
- Bangkok Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
- Chiang Mai 137 Pillars House
- Golden Triangle Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort
- Pakbeng Luang Say Mekong cruise (Luang Say Lodge & Kamu Lodge)
- Luang Prabang Sofitel Luang Prabang
- Phang Nga Cape Kudu Hotel, Koh Yao Noi
Price on request · tailored to your dates
Iconic
The legendary addresses, for the very best room in each place.
- Bangkok Capella Bangkok
- Chiang Mai Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
- Golden Triangle Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle
- Pakbeng The Gypsy by Mekong Kingdoms (Mekong cruise, whole boat)
- Luang Prabang Rosewood Luang Prabang
- Phang Nga Six Senses Yao Noi
Price on request · tailored to your dates
Hotels shown are examples we recommend and book directly; your designer confirms availability for your dates.
Included
- Accommodation in your chosen hotel category (Luxury or Iconic), with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned car with driver throughout
- Private English-speaking guide on touring days
- Meet and greet at your arrival airport
- Meals as shown in the programme (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Private boats, entrance fees and experiences in the programme
- Regional and domestic flights in economy class
- 24/7 support from our team on the ground
- Mekong river journey Huay Xai – Luang Prabang with meals on board
Not included
- International flights
- Thailand: US, UK, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Irish citizens are visa-exempt for up to 30 days; the free Thailand Digital Arrival Card must be completed online before arrival
- Laos visa: e-visa online or visa on arrival at Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Pakse airports; the Lao Digital Immigration Form must be completed online within 3 days before arrival
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and meals not mentioned in the programme
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Personal expenses
Your journey, your way