Day 1 BangkokGet acquainted with the Thai capital on a stroll down the travellers' hub of Khao San Road. Days 2-4 Kanchanaburi/River KwaiDepart Bangkok after a morning khlong tour. Cruise the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, visit the Jeath War Museum and swim under a waterfall in Erawan National Park. Day 5 AyutthayaGet a sense of Siam's former glory on a guided tour of the enchanting ruins of Ayuthaya. Days 6-7 Chiang MaiTravel to bohemian Chiang Mai. Shop for quirky mementos at the Night Bazaar or hone culinary skills at a cooking class. Day 8 Doi Mae SalongHead through undulating green valleys lined with tea plantations to picturesque Doi Mae Salong. Go underground to explore a fascinating cave system. Day 9 HomestayExperience life in a remote Thai village on an overnight stay with Intrepid Travel's long-time friends. Visit the House of Opium for a deeper insight into the Golden Triangle's problematic past. Days 10-11 Hilltribe TrekPull on some hiking boots for a hilltribe trek and meet many interesting locals along the way. Day 12 Chiang RaiStop by colourful Mae Sai on the way to the border junction between Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. Spend the night in Chiang Rai, the bubbly little sister of Chiang Mai. Day 13 Chiang MaiWhy not enjoy a traditional Thai massage before an overnight train to Bangkok. Days 14-16 BangkokSearch for a bargain at the massive weekend markets in Bangkok and pay a visit to impressive Wat Arun. Board an overnight train to Surat Thani. Days 17-18 Ko Pha-NganKo Pha-Ngan, the idyllic location of legendary Full Moon parties. The island is also famous for long, sandy beaches, sensational scenery and a laidback vibe. Days 19-20 Ko TaoDon a snorkel and mask to discover the colourful underwater world surrounding Ko Tao, Thailand's renowned diving island. Days 21-23 Ko SamuiTravel across to Ko Samui and enjoy long white beaches, ancient temples and cooling waterfalls - but this time with the addition of a lively nightlife. Take a day tour to Thailand's largest national marine park, home to the beautiful Emerald Lake, or choose to head out on a sea-kayak trip. If that seems like too much hard work, just kick back with a cocktail on one of Ko Samui's beaches.
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