Duration
4 days / 3 nights
Price Per Person
Destinations
Thailand

This unique itinerary by Remote Lands combines cultural pursuits with the great outdoors. After visiting key historical sights within Old Bangkok we travel to Thailand’s wine country - Khao Yai - for a bike tour through vineyards and sample some of the region’s wares. The National Parkland of Khao Yai hosts the final day’s activity - a trek deep into evergreen forest, home to hundreds of species of birds and mammals.

This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or completely personalize it. All trips are 100% bespoke.

Highlights

  • Cooking Class: Travelers will learn to master authentic Thai dishes at a prestigious culinary school by the Chao Phraya, which uses fresh ingredients picked from its own organic gardens.
  • Thailand's Toscana: The fertile ground north of Bangkok is ideal for viticulture and the vineyards here offer scenic bike rides, wine tasting, and surprisingly delicious Italian fare.
  • Wildlife: Spot wild elephants, monkeys, and deer on a jungle trek through Khao Yai’s national parklands.

Day-by-Day

Day 1

Bangkok

Starting at Bangkok’s historical and cultural epicenter, we visit the Grand Palace, located in Old Bangkok. Here, you can see Thailand’s most revered temple - the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Next, we explore the canals by longtail boat on a thrilling ride through the khlongs of Thonburi, to see how life unfurls within the river communities. Next, it’s off to the truly spellbinding Wat Arun - the Temple of the Dawn - or to Wat Po, which houses the largest indoor Reclining Buddha. 

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Why We Love This Hotel

Chao Phraya Views: Every guest room, suite, and villa at Capella Bangkok - as well as the dining venues and many of the facilities - boast river views. What's more, the sun sets just across the river from the property, casting gorgeous orange hues over the hotel and providing superlative evening sundowner locations from anywhere on the grounds.

A New Riviera: The Riviera theme continues in Capella Bangkok's fine dining restaurant, Côte by Mauro Colagreco, where the three-Michelin-star chef has reinterpreted French-Italian Riviera flavors, inspired by traditional recipes and culinary heritage.

Sophistication & Luxury: From contemporary design featuring custom artwork by local Thai artists, to the expansive wellness center with water therapy and locally-inspired treatments, to a desserts-and-cocktails salon bedecked in black and gold, the Capella Bangkok exudes finesse.

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Capella Bangkok Preferred Hotel
Why We Love This Hotel

Location: While Bangkok is home to several world-class hotels, only a handful are situated right on the Chao Phraya River. We love the Four Seasons Hotel for its amazing riverside location with easy access to the city center. This property is ideal for seclusion and relaxation and yet is still close to the action.

Design: The architects have carefully considered the blending of indoor and outdoor space to create a light and complementary blend of modern design and serene green spaces.

Spaciousness: The property stretches over 1,100 feet along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, also known as, "The Grand Duke,” leaving plenty of room for spacious suites, lush outdoor grounds and two infinity pools.

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Four Seasons Bangkok Preferred Hotel
Why We Love This Hotel

Location: Positioned on the Chao Phraya River, The Siam can be reached by boat or car. Guests can travel to major sightseeing locations, such as the Grand Palace and Wat Arun, by ferry.

History: The Siam was faithfully created in vintage style, incorporating Chinese and Thai motifs in a chic Art Deco design style.

Service: This boutique property offers personalized attentive service from one of the most respected hoteliers in Thailand, the Sukosol Group.

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The Siam Hotel Preferred Hotel

Day 2

Bangkok

Thais are intensely proud of their cuisine, and today you can gain some insight into this passion with a Thai cooking class. Learn how to cook famous Thai dishes at a prestigious culinary school by the river, using fresh produce from the school’s organic gardens. Next on the itinerary we bring you to Pak Klong Talaat - the flower market - is next on the itinerary, where fruit, vegetables and bundles of fresh flowers arrive by the truckload from nearby provinces. In the evening, it’s over to nearby Yaowarat Road, at the center of Chinatown, a treasure trove of fresh seafood and authentic Thai-Chinese cuisine.

Bangkok
Bangkok

Day 3

Khao Yai National Park

In the morning we head to the mountains Khao Yai, where the cooler climate creates fertile ground for Thailand’s growing viticulture industry. The lush green environs of the vineyards are the perfect setting for a leisurely bike ride, enjoying cool mountain air and even stopping to sample local wines. At the end of the day, retreat to one of the area’s five-star mountain resorts.

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About

The Intercontinental Khao Yai Swan Lake Resort is a lakeside destination resort that is part of the mixed-use Swan Lake Project in the UNESCO-protected Khao Yai National Park. The 61-key resort is the designed by award-winning architect Bill Bensley on the theme of railway heritage, with nostalgic suites created from vintage railway cars.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

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Located in the scenic hills on the edge of Khao Yai National Park, Kirimaya is a high-end nature retreat perfect for exploring the stunning countryside of Khao Yai, playing golf at the resort’s 18-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed course, or simply relaxing. 52 rooms, 7 suites and 4 tented villas with private pools, a spa and a selection of superb restaurants (including the open-air MYTH restaurant with beautiful jungle views) make the Kirimaya an utterly blissful getaway.

This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.

Day 4

Khao Yai National Park

Today we explore Thailand’s third largest national park, home to countless animal species, including Asiatic bears, Asian elephants, gibbons, sambar deer and more than 400 species of birds. On this three- to four-hour jungle trek we take in just a fraction of this UNESCO site’s beautiful landscapes, including waterfalls, lakes, caves and cliffs.

Suggested Hotels For Days 1–2

Capella Bangkok
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Capella Bangkok

Drawing on its reputation for elegance and personalization, the Capella Bangkok is nestled along the east bank of the Chao Phraya River, providing panoramic views from all 101 rooms, suites, and villas. The hotel has also thrown a couple of hats into the capital city’s ring of culinary offerings with two gourmet restaurants and a waterfront patio area that’s perfect for al-fresco dining. Three-Michelin-starred Argentinian chef Mauro Colagreco is the mastermind behind much of Capella’s cuisine, and there is a specialty bar offering desserts and artisan cocktails. Among other amenities, there is an oriental tea lounge, open-air spa, outdoor pool, and even an in-house Capella Library. Finally, in trademark Capella fashion, personal assistants are made available to guests to ensure a luxury stay in Bangkok.

Four Seasons Bangkok
Preferred Hotel

Four Seasons Bangkok

Nestled on the banks of Bangkok’s bustling Chao Phraya River, the Four Seasons Bangkok is designed around water-centric serenity and fluidity, inspired by the riverfront location. Situated in a vibrant part of the city, guests can view the abundance of activity on the river and enjoy nearby restaurants and cafes, art galleries and temples, with easy access to the various shopping and cultural activities for which “The City of Angels” is renowned. Guests seeking a holistic experience can avail themselves of the hotel's two infinity pools, spa and wellness center, a well-equipped fitness center and a 98-foot lap pool.

The Siam Hotel
Preferred Hotel

The Siam Hotel

The Siam Hotel is set on 3 acres of verdant lawn along the city side of Bangkok’s main river, the Chao Praya. The Siam is a private 39-room luxury retreat with its own unique historical background located in Bangkok’s royal Dusit district. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Bill Bensley, the property is Art Deco inspired with infusions of Thai antiques and traditional architecture. Guests have an array of amenities at their fingertips: restaurants, a cooking school, bar, café, spa, gym, yoga terrace, Muay Thai boxing ring, beauty salon, library/cinema, infinity pool, gift/antiques gallery, conservatory and traditional Thai houses. The Siam’s 39 suites and pool villas are noticeably spacious and well equipped with modern conveniences. All rooms are outfitted with plush furnishings, super-sized king beds and lofty ceilings. Each suite is individually designed with original turn-of-the-century Oriental artwork and antiquities and is catered for by a personal butler. Complimentary WiFi is available property-wide. Onsite dining options include a Thai restaurant, international cuisine bistro, bar and coffee and cakes shop. The Siam Hotel is approximately 50 minutes from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).

Suggested Hotels For Days 3–4

Intercontinental Khao Yai Swan Lake Resort

Intercontinental Khao Yai Swan Lake Resort

The Intercontinental Khao Yai Swan Lake Resort is a lakeside destination resort that is part of the mixed-use Swan Lake Project in the UNESCO-protected Khao Yai National Park. The 61-key resort is the designed by award-winning architect Bill Bensley on the theme of railway heritage, with nostalgic suites created from vintage railway cars. The resort also features a Club Lounge, Resort Centre, pool, gym, kids' club, wedding chapel, as well as a fun train-inspired spa. Only two-and-a-half hours from Bangkok by car, this nature-centric property provides a cool respite from the capital, with clear air, rich fauna and flora (including Thailand's elusive wild elephants), and the relaxation of the ultimate lakeside getaway.
Kirimaya Resort

Kirimaya Resort

Located in the scenic hills on the edge of Khao Yai National Park, Kirimaya is a high-end nature retreat perfect for exploring the stunning countryside of Khao Yai, playing golf at the resort’s 18-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed course, or simply relaxing. 52 rooms, 7 suites and 4 tented villas with private pools, a spa and a selection of superb restaurants (including the open-air MYTH restaurant with beautiful jungle views) make the Kirimaya an utterly blissful getaway.

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