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10-Day Classic Thailand Tour

With the vibrant Bangkok, historical Kanchanaburi, and northern cultural Chiang Mai plus the fabulous island of Phuket, this tour leads you to the top four destinations you can't miss for your first-time trip in Thailand.

From the celebrated palace and amazing temples in Bangkok to the famous Bridge over the River Kwai and historical railway, and from a close encounter with elephants and a local home cooking experience in Chiang Mai to the fantastic beach, you will have an opportunity to discover the charm of Thai culture and history as well as to enjoy the country's beautiful natural scenery.

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• Walk into the magnificent Grand Palace and photogenic Wat Arun.
• Take a historical train ride across the famous Bridge over the River Kwai.
• Have a close encounter with elephants in the jungle of Chiang Mai.
• Take a Thai home cooking experience and sample northern dishes.
• Enjoy a panoramic view of Chiang Mai at the famous Doi Suthep.
• Relax by the beautiful beach in Phuket.

Journey Route

Itinerary in detail.

Your private guide will be waiting for you in the airport arrivals area. A comfortable vehicle (non-smoking) with an experienced driver will transfer you directly to your hotel. Your guide will help you to check in. The rest of this day is free for you to spend at your leisure.

A Palace and Temples, Ancient Canal Cruising Experience the morning chanting ritual at Wat Pho, which is one of the oldest temples in Bangkok. Take a tuk tuk ride via Pak Khlong Talat flower market to the Grand Palace. Continue with a long-tail boat ride along the ancient canals of Thonburi to get a flavor of the local life. Stop at the iconic Wat Arun, which was once the grand royal temple of King Rama II. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will cross the Chao Phraya River and be driven to Chinatown for a glance at Old Bangkok.

Visit Bridge over the River Kwai and Take a Historical Train Ride Located in downtown Kanchanaburi, Bridge over the River Kwai was built by prisoners of war during World War II, overseen by the Japanese. Board the train and take an hour's ride along the Death Railway over the River Kwai, traveling over the original wooden viaduct (Bridge over the River Kwai) that was constructed by the Allied POWs. Pass through magnificent scenery and spend a moment reflecting on those who were forced to give their lives in the process of bending this environment to man's will.

Get up late, have a leisurely breakfast, then take a private transfer to the airport and fly to Chiang Mai. Upon your arrival, your private tour guide and driver will welcome you in the airport and then transfer you to your selected hotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy a free afternoon ' you may like to consider going to a spa or visiting the local market.

A Day Program at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary About one-hour drive away from Chiang Mai, located beside a Karen village in a densely forested mountainous region, Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is surrounded by a spectacular forest landscape. During a day program at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, you will get to know each of the remarkable elephants and gain a special understanding of their daily lives and behaviors. Learn how to make herbal medicine balls, feed the elephants, and then walk with the elephants to the river. Bathe and brush the elephants.

Amazing Temples in Chiang Mai In the morning, head out of Chiang Mai city for about 20 minutes to the famous Doi Suthep. Despite the stunning natural beauty, the main reason many visitors go to Doi Suthep Mountain is to visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep . Built in 1382, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of the most holy Buddhist sites in Thailand. Many Thai people go on a pilgrimage there, especially during the Buddhist holidays. Later, return to downtown Chiang Mai and visit Wat Chedi Luang . It is one of the six most important temples in Chiang Mai. It attracts a lot of Thai people who worship there each year as it was once the home of the Emerald Buddha.

Learn How to Make Thai Dishes from a Local Family

In the afternoon, visit a local family' the host will welcome you and walk you through her organic vegetable garden to collect the different kinds of herbs and vegetables that will be used in the variety of Thai food that you will be preparing. You will learn how to make some of the best home-cooked dishes that you can easily cook for your family when you return home. During the class, in addition to cooking, you will also sample dishes from the north, northeast, and central regions of Thailand.

After a leisurely breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport and fly to Phuket. Upon your arrival at Phuket International Airport, take a private transfer to your beautiful hotel.

These two days are free for you to spend at leisure by the beach. You may consider taking a speedboat trip to the many nearby tropical paradises, including the famous Phi Phi Islands, or enjoy a serene cruise around the mystical Phang Nga Bay. All of these tours can be easily booked at your hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to Phuket International Airport, take a morning flight back to Bangkok, and connect with your international departure flight.

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• All guided sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
• Hotel accommodation mentioned in the itinerary
• Flights between cities mentioned in the itinerary
• Breakfasts at hotels and lunches for every guided day
• Governmental taxes

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Thailand is an idyllic paradise, where jungle-covered karsts plunge into aquamarine waters and the sand is sugar white.

But no matter how clichéd the fantasy, Thailand delivers in spades. The water around Krabi and Ko Tao really is that deep, cool shade of blue. Phi Phi’s limestone karsts really do look like some alien world. And the food? Let’s just say your local Pad Thai has nothing on Chiang Mai’s street stalls or the floating markets of Amphawa, where little old ladies do things with fish sauce and chili you never thought possible. From the waterfalls of Erawan to a homestay with the hill tribes of the Golden Triangle, these adventures go beyond the tourist traps. Buckle up.

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Best time to visit thailand.

Thailand's climate is generally hot, humid, and at times (like other South East Asian countries) monsoonal. The seasons differ from coast to coast, so depending on which areas you're visiting, the weather can vary.

Thailand's mainland region is great to visit from November to February when the weather is cooler and dryer.

If you are planning on visiting the Gulf Coast (east), avoid the northeast monsoon that brings rain from October to January. For destinations like Phuket on the west side of the peninsula, the best time is November to April to avoid the other monsoon which causes Thailand's wet season from May to October.

Read more about the best time to visit Thailand

Culture and customs

Often considered the epicenter of Buddhism, religion permeates daily life in Thailand. Sprinkled throughout the country are thousands of golden temples, where you’ll find Buddhist monks in orange robes walking the streets. Young men are expected to spend some time as a monk as it bestows honor on their families. Visitors should be respectful of monks and dress modestly when visiting a temple (cover your knees and shoulders and remove your shoes).

Like other Asian nations, the concept of ‘saving face’ is important. This means avoiding conflict or embarrassment in order to preserve social standing, dignity, and honor. Thai people will go out of their way to avoid ‘losing face’. Losing your temper or raising your voice are surefire ways to lose face and can be perceived as volatile or rude.

Eating and drinking

Thai food has everything from spicy dishes packed with chilis to milder coconut-based curries. With street stalls and night markets all over the country, it's really easy to pick up a snack wherever you are in Thailand. On many Intrepid trips, you'll be given the opportunity to have dinner with a local family – this offers a great chance to see how meals are prepared and learn more about the local culture. Go a step further on our 8-day Thailand Read Food Adventure to watch, eat, prepare, and present tasty and traditional Thai cuisine.

Things to try in Thailand

1. Pad Thai (Phat Thai)

A well-known dish but for good reason. This delicious plate of stir-fried rice noodles garnished with peanuts is full of flavor and can be served with fresh prawns, chicken, tofu, or vegetables.

2. Tom Yum (Tom Yam)

Usually prepared with stock, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and chili, this soup is widely available in Thailand and has been popularised around the world. 

3. Green curry

One of many curries that Thais do so well. Green curry consists of chicken, Thai eggplant, and chilies bathed in a coconut milk-based sauce.

4. Som tam (green papaya salad)

This northern dish of shredded raw papaya, cherry tomatoes, and green beans is a tantalizing mix of sweet, spicy, and sour flavors.

5. Coconut water

For a super fresh thirst quencher, try coconut water straight from the husk.

6. Tropical fruit

Fruit shakes and fresh fruit juices are widely available from markets and restaurants – make the most of all the tropical fruits of Thailand.

Geography and environment

Sharing borders with South East Asian neighbors  Cambodia ,   Laos ,   Malaysia   , and   Myanmar   (Burma), Thailand's natural environment varies greatly from region to region. From the steamy jungles and misty highlands in the north to the white sand beaches and picturesque islands of the south, Thailand's everchanging landscape has been fascinating and entertaining travelers for centuries. 

The capital, Bangkok, is a heaving, urban jungle with skyscrapers, street vendors, markets, cars, tuk-tuks, bicycles, and masses of people all competing for space. Despite this, there are pockets of quiet beauty to be found with parks, temples, and traditional shop fronts scattered throughout the city. 

Rural areas in the north are typically quieter, with locals living a more traditional way of life; the frenetic pace of the city giving way to a more slow-paced, agricultural-based lifestyle. Houses are simple, there's more space and less of the modern conveniences. Jungles, rivers, bamboo huts, and teak houses are more commonly seen here, and birds and other animal life are more abundant.

History and government

Early history.

Communities based on agriculture (such as rice growing) inhabited Siam (Thailand) as early as the 6th century. In the following centuries, Siam came under the influence of the Khmer, Dvaravati, and Malay cultures, with some temples and monuments in modern-day Thailand showing evidence of this influence. In the 13th century, the city of Sukhothai in northern Thailand became an important capital. The ruins of the Sukhothai Historical Park (a UNESCO World Heritage site) feature remnants of the royal palace, temples, and other buildings and highlight the artistic and architectural features of the era. 

Ayutthaya rose to prominence as the new capital in the 14th century and was considered a powerhouse of South East Asia as one of the most important centers of trade in the world. Enduring many battles, invasions, overthrows, and coups, Ayutthaya's far-reaching trade with other regions ensured a flourishing influence of art, weaponry, religion, and cuisine. Much wealth was generated by this enormous empire, with grand palaces, ornate buildings, and huge temples featured throughout the city. All this came to an end when the Burmese invaded in the 18th century, bringing the kingdom to ruin and resulting in the loss of many artistic and cultural treasures. Despite this, the ruins of the city are still standing, have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, and are a great day trip from Bangkok. See the sights of ancient and recent Thai history during a 3 day River Kwai and Ancient Thai Kingdoms tour.

Recent history

Thonburi was established as the capital of Siam by General Taksin in the late 18th century, yet this didn't last long with Taksim being deposed and executed not long after. Bangkok was then named capital by General Chakri, who became Rama I - the first king of the Rama Dynasty.

Over the years, Siam (Thailand) remained the only South East Asian country to remain free from European colonization. In 1932, the Siamese Revolution resulted in a constitutional monarchy being formed, and in 1941, Thailand invaded French Indochina, overpowered the French, and claimed Laos.

In the last thirty years, Thailand has seen political power change hands many times, often due to coups, revolutions, and protests. Despite this, Thailand’s economy continues to grow due to its strong tourist industry. Enduring all this, the much-loved King Rama IX has reigned as the Head of State since 1946 - claiming the title of the longest-reigning monarch in the world and providing Thai people with a stable figure to rely upon.

Top 10 iconic Thai landscapes

Whether you're traveling by tuk-tuk through the crazy streets, cycling along backroads, or taking a longtail through the khlongs, the journey in Bangkok is definitely half the fun. Drop into the stunning Grand Palace, see the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and wind your way through floating markets.

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2. Chiang Mai

This northern capital is overflowing with experiences. Temple-hop through some - or all - of its 300 temples, take a cooking class to learn the secrets of Thai cuisine, and explore the Night Bazaar for delicious food, designer goods, and a foot massage to die for.

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If you ever wondered what was below Thailand's turquoise waters, this is the place to look. Learn to dive or pull on snorkeling gear to discover the fish and reefs that call this coastline home. Shark Island is close by for adrenaline seekers.

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4. Hilltribe Country

Thailand's north is home to many of the country's minority groups. A hike along buffalo tracks will take you through colorful H'mong, Karen, and Lisu villages. Spend a night as their guest for a unique insight into their life.

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5. Ayuthaya

Modern meets ancient in Ayuthaya. The current city intertwines itself with the remnants of what was once one of Asia's great capitals. Walk the streets in search of clues to its imperial past and hire a bike to ride through the countryside, exploring the area's ruins.

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6. Sukhothai

This former capital is a history buff's heaven. Nicknamed the 'Dawn of Happiness', Sukhothai still recalls Siam's golden age with its superb statues, marvelous monuments, and lotus flowers in full bloom. A trip to the night market is a real eye-opener; try everything from fried rice to fried bugs.

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The waters surrounding Krabi are dotted with hundreds of limestone karst islands. Kayakers and rock climbers will love exploring them, while others can travel to the nearby floating villages or just relax on one of the region's perfect beaches.

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8. Golden Triangle

The area where the Thai, Laotian, and Burmese borders meet has long been associated with colorful cultures and illicit opium trade. The opium may have gone but the color hasn't and the markets offer all sorts of amazing local handicrafts.

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9. Khao Sok National Park

For a real jungle experience, spend a couple of days in Khao Sok National Park. Thick rainforests, limestone cliffs, waterfalls, and mountains make a wild playground.

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10. Kanchanaburi

This tranquil town is the jumping-off point for visits to the infamous Hell Fire Pass and River Kwai. Be sure to take a ride along the tracks of the Death Railway and reflect on the atrocities of war at the Jeath War Museum.

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Top places to visit in Thailand

1. chiang mai.

Visit a park that provides a sanctuary for elephants – many of which have been rescued from the cruel practices of the elephant riding industry.

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Spot schools of colorful tropical fish as you snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Ao Nang.

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Dive into the warm waters of Phuket and experience a little bit of paradise.

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4. Erawan National Park

Cool off in the waters of Erawan National Park or simply stand back and watch the idyllic waterfalls.

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Follow the scent of chili and lemongrass to one of Bangkok’s many delicious food markets.

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7. Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga Bay is perhaps one of Thailand's most recognizable gems. Kayak around the green waters, admiring the sheer limestone karsts that jut dramatically out of the sea.

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Bustling street markets filled with colorful vendors selling an assortment of goods can be found in small villages and large towns throughout the country. Luxurious, multi-level shopping malls that rival those in European cities are increasingly popping up. 

The Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok is perhaps the largest and most extensive market in the world. Here vendors sell everything you can think of, from ceramics to Thai silk to vintage clothing. Bartering is expected at markets and most small vendors. As a rule of thumb, if the price isn’t listed, it’s negotiable. But remember, Thais appreciate friendliness and a sense of humor. The more aggressive you are in trying to get a deal, the less likely you are to get one.

Things to buy in Thailand

• Vibrant fabric cushions, tablecloths, and hammocks
• Silver jewelry (look for reputable stores) 
• Handcrafted umbrellas or parasols
• Thai silk scarves, ties, wraps, and clothing
• Colorful Celadon ceramics
• Tailor-made clothing

Festival and events

Loy krathong (festival of lights).

During the 12th lunar month, people across the country gather around lakes, rivers, and canals to symbolically let their worries float away in the most magical way – by releasing colorful lotus-shaped rafts holding candles, incense, and flowers onto the water.

Yee Peng (or Yi Peng)

At the same time that Loy Krathong is taking place, Chiang Mai also celebrates Yee Peng. Religious events, cultural activities, and street parades all mark this Buddhist tradition. But what makes this festival truly spectacular is the release of thousands of sky lanterns that illuminate the sky.  

Songkran (Thai New Year)

What happens when New Year’s Day falls during the height of summer? It morphs into a giant water fight. Some towns celebrate just on the day (April 13), while others stretch it out for several days of concerts, ceremonies, and other wet festivities.

Chiang Mai Flower Festival

Flowers are used in ways you never thought imaginable at this colorful three-day event in February. Come for the parade of impressive floral floats, and stay for the tasty Thai street food, music, and performances.

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Thailand travel faqs, do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand?

Travelers with passports from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States are exempt from a tourist visa if they are traveling for 30 days or less. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry to Thailand.

If you plan on staying longer as a tourist, or if you are traveling for a reason, such as study or business, you may need a visa.

The page is for general information only and may be subject to change. It is your responsibility to obtain relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and/or consulates. 

Last updated: 02/11/2023

Is tipping customary in Thailand?

Tipping isn’t customary in Thailand, but feel free to leave restaurants, drivers or service workers a small tip if the service has been particularly good. It’s always appreciated.

What is internet access like in Thailand?

The Internet can be accessed at hotels and internet cafes in large cities and tourist areas but is limited in rural and remote areas.

Can I use my cell phone while in Thailand?

Cell phone coverage is generally good in Thailand’s urban areas, but may not be available on some of the islands and in more remote areas. Ensure global roaming is activated with your service provider before leaving home.

What are the toilets like in Thailand?

Squat toilets are most common in Thailand, although western-style flushable toilets can be found in larger hotels and some tourist areas. It’s a good idea to carry your own toilet paper and hand sanitizer, as they are not always provided.

What will it cost for a…?

• A market fruit shake = 25 THB 
• Bottle of local beer = 100 THB
• Market stall meal = 40 – 100 THB 
• Sit-down dinner at a nice restaurant = 350 – 1000 THB 

Can I drink the tap water in Thailand?

Drinking tap water isn’t recommended in Thailand. Avoid drinks with ice and make sure to peel fruit before eating it. Help the environment and try to avoid buying bottled water. Instead, fill a reusable water bottle with filtered water. Your leader or hotel can tell you where to find filtered water.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Thailand?

Credit cards are usually accepted by hotels, large retailers and tourist sites but are less commonly accepted by smaller vendors and family-run restaurants in rural areas. Market stalls and street vendors will not accept credit cards. Always carry enough cash for smaller purchases in case credit cards are not an option.

What is ATM access like in Thailand?

ATMs are widely available in larger cities but are less common in small villages or rural areas. Make sure you have enough cash before leaving urban areas.

What public holidays are celebrated in Thailand?

1 Jan: New Year’s Day

26 Feb Makha Bucha Day

8 Apr: Chakri Day

16 Apr: Songkran Festival (Thai New Year)

1 May: Labour Day

6 May: H.M. King's Coronation

22 May: Visakha Bucha Day

3 Jun: Queen Suthida's Birthday

29 July: King Vajiralongkorn's Birthday

22 July: Buddhist Lent Day

12 Aug: Queen’s Birthday

14 Oct: Anniversary of the Death of King Bhumibol

23 Oct: Chulalongkorn Day

5 Dec: King’s Birthday

10 Dec: Constitution Day

31 Dec: New Year’s Eve

Please note: Thai public holidays may vary

Do I need any vaccinations before visiting Thailand?

No vaccines are required in order to enter Thailand but some are recommended for protection against disease. Visit your doctor or travel clinic for advice and make sure to schedule vaccinations 4-6 weeks before your departure date, as some require time to become effective.

Is Thailand a safe destination for LGBTQIA+ travelers?

As a whole, Thailand is a hassle-free destination for LGBTQI travelers. Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket all have fairly prominent gay scenes. Be aware that Thais typically do not engage in public displays of affection, regardless of sexual orientation.

For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting Equaldex or ILGA before you travel.

What's the transport like in Thailand?

Intrepid believes half the fun of experiencing a new country is getting there, and getting around once there! Where possible, Intrepid uses local transport options and traditional modes of transport - which usually carry less of an environmental impact, support small local operators, and are more fun.

Depending on which trip you're on while in Thailand, you may find yourself traveling by Songthaew.

Get to know the locals as you share a ride in these converted pick-up trucks. Snagging a seat on the ‘two benches’ (the literal meaning of songthaew) is a popular way of getting around South East Asia.

See Thailand from the ground level on a Saamlaw, the three-wheeled wonder. Sometimes motorized but usually pedal-powered by a local, it’s a fun way to get from A to B or see a new city's sights.

What's the accommodation like in Thailand?

Traveling with Intrepid is a little bit different. We endeavor to provide travelers with an authentic experience to remember, so we try to keep accommodations as unique and traditional as possible.

When traveling with us in Thailand you may find yourself staying in a Homestay.

Experience friendly Thai hospitality while staying with a local family living a traditional way of life. Make new friends, pick up some local lingo and leave smiling.

The ultimate room with a view - spend the night on a floating bamboo raft house. Enjoy the seclusion, soak up the serenity and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Does my trip to Thailand support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. In fact, we make a donation on behalf of every traveler. Trips to Thailand directly support our foundation partner, EcoThailand Foundation . 

EcoThailand Foundation is on a mission to educate and empower local communities, on the tourist Islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Paluay, about environmental issues like climate change, waste management, nature appreciation, conservation and sustainable lifestyles. Donations from our trips help EcoThailand's environmental guardianship education program for children in local state schools.

Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

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Travel business registration  The company is registered in accordance with the law (11/03820)

Why choose Golden Seven Stars Tour ?

Excellent customer service.

Our customers have been choosing us for years as we are the leading tour company in Bangkok, offering a reliable service and meeting the highest expectations.

After Sales Service

Customer satisfaction is our main aim. We listen carefully to your feedback and take it on board.  If you have any queries regarding your booking, contact us and we make it right. 

Our products are certified

Golden Seven Stars Tour has been awarded both the tourism business and the tourist guide certificate from the Ministry of Tourism, which demonstrates our highest standards of service.

Professional experience

We have been operating with a professional team for more than 19 years. Our staff have been carefully selected and are highly experienced in the industry.

Spoilt for choice

We are specialized in organizing tours or events both domestically and internationally, within your set budget.

Travel consultants

We are ready to plan your trip, providing recommendations and advice throughout your journey with us.

Our Services

We have committed to providing the guidance and tools you need for the perfect trip. Below you will find my service offerings, which are all customized to our client’s needs. Feel free to contact us directly with any questions.

Cooperate Group Tours

Only happy and recognized employees will thrive to live up to their full potential. There are various ways to bring out the best in your workforce. Employee reward trips are a perfect way to achieve this. We offer a private group tour tailored to your requirements, leaving the participant feeling more connected to their colleagues and, thus, creating a happy, comfortable and well networked work environment. At Golden Seven Stars Tour you can specify your desired location, food and transportation to suit your company’s budget, always leaving the traveler with great impressions.  With our vast experience in the travel industry of more 17 years, we will help and assist you with providing travel services, organizing group tours, charter trips to foreign events, seminars or offsite activities and recreational parties. Our offer will pleasantly surprise you and your company’s budget.

Incentive tour

We create and design the format of your Incentive tour by starting off even before the beginning of your trip: We work together with you to prepare everything needed to wow, motivate and engage the participant. All ideas are carefully selected to cater to the exact requirements of your group, always aiming at a successful outcome of the purpose of the tour.  On return to the office after an Incentive Tour at Golden Seven Stars, your employee will value their employment even more and contribute with a higher performance. We are ready to provide the best service to you and we will be proud to be part of your success.

Training Courses and Seminars are key to success for any organization. Attending a seminar or course helps to gain knowledge and create new ideas. Understanding the impact each individual has to the company is vital for the employee to feel recognized and valued.  A perfectly arranged seminar by Golden Seven Stars Tour will help to achieve your set goal.    Our seminars usually comprise of several parameters. While the employee is attending a course today, he or she could be taken for a sightseeing tour or other group activity the next day, ensuring never a dull moment is encountered. Also, the employees will receive company knowledge along the way, making it a fun learning environment. 

F.I.T. - Flexible Independent Travel

With F.I.T. you have the freedom to choose your own itinerary and create a custom-built package. This is available for one up to three travelers within your budget.  Our experts will suggest accommodation, transportation and itinerary for travel within the country or abroad, offering an individual experience. 

Traveling abroad

With Golden Seven Stars Tour all your travel requirements are taken care of, ranging from VISA services, Travel Documents preparation and providing you with in-depth information about the destination you are traveling to. Our professional and experienced tour-guide will be with you throughout your journey.

Transportation

We carefully choose your mode of transportation, ensuring the highest safety and security standards are met. Transportation is selected by the amount of people traveling, the destination and your individual preferences. We also offer VIP service. All forms of transport are available.

All airline tickets can be booked through us, whether domestically or internationally. We also offer promotional ticket sales. 

Our knowledgeable staff will guide you to select the right ticket for your travel saving your time and matching your budget  You can book and receive your ticket instantly  We offer online payment with 2C2P, Debit/Credit Card or over the counter payments for your convenience. 

Recreational Activities

With Golden Seven Stars, you are introduced to a team of experts for all kinds of activities, events or theme parties. We create a fun environment that suits your company’s target within your set budget.  Our service includes:  Human resources development (team building, camp project, recruitment)  Social Services (CSR)  Special Activity (Sport Day, Bus Rally, Car Rally, Walk Rally, Beach Games, Mini Gam

At Golden Seven Stars Tour we offer a Tour-Guide who will look after you throughout your journey, giving you in-depth information and professional service, making it a fun and informative environment.

Travel consultant

We offer you a highly trained team of travel consultants who will guide you through planning your trip globally.

Visa Services

Golden Seven Stars Tour will offer all Visa services, including Tourist Visa, Business Visa and Travel Insurance.

GOLDEN IDEA is our own Event Company which manages all events with a team of experts specializing in: 

•    Special Activity (light-sound stage)  •    Grand Opening   •    Product Launch and Award  •    Exhibition Organizer  •    Staff Party/Private Party/Concert  •    Production Designs (stall and booths design)  •    Photography and Video 

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All Delight Group Company Limited 

29 soi pichit sukhumvit 18, klongtoey,, klongtoey, bangkok 10110, tel : 02-2581559, 081-6224553, 084-5546624.

August World Travel Co.,Ltd.

146 vs4 liang muang nonthaburi rd. , tha sai , muang , nonthaburi 11000, tel : 02-0415899, 085-4468833.

Beeline Tours & Travel Co.,Ltd.

33/7-8 chan road, chongnonsee, yannawa,, bangkok 10120 , tel : 02-6786095, best wonder co.,ltd., 86/579 royal tower inthamara 25 ,, samsennai, phayathai, bangkok 10400, tel : 02-0777359 ,095-8419191, bs centre service co.,ltd., 300/43 lanceo villagt, liab klong song rd., ฺฺbangchan, khlong sam wa, bangkok 10510, tel : 02-074 6629, chobtham  tour co.,ltd., 4/93 soi sereethai 57 sereethai road, khlongkhum, bueangkhum, bangkok 10240, tel : 086-3288776, doubleenjoy travel co.,ltd, 300/50 nawamin road ,nawamin , buengkum, bangkok 10240, tel.02-379-1168  fax. 02-379-1163, freebird travel & tour co.,ltd., 161/28 ban klangmueng sukhumvit ,soi on-nut 1 sukhumvit 77 road, suanluang, suanluang, bangkok 10250, tel : 02-048-8785 , 085-151-1000 , 094-782-6888, global travel selection co.,ltd., 119/63 moo.8, soi songpenong, saothonghin, bangyai, nonthaburi 11140, tel : 064-154-9142, good luck tours co.,ltd., 111/74 moo. 9 bangkean muang nonthaburi, nonthaburi 11000, tel : 02-5081010, good service mind travel co.,ltd, 68/13 moo.5 soi thippawan theparak road,bangmuangmai , muang samutprakan 10270, grand tourismo co.,ltd., 55/26 town+kaset-navamindra, nuanchan, bungkum, bangkok 10230, happy mail travel co.,ltd., 21/158 moo.6, toongsonghong, laksi,, bangkok 10210, tel : 02-9549577-9, heng chiang travel service co.,ltd., 14/1 rajawongse road, samphamthawongse, bangkok 10100 , tel : 02-2240027, incentive expert co., ltd., 495/23 pracharat 2 rd., bang-sue bangkok  10800, tel : 02-9115585, indy vacation co.,ltd., 139 the opus building, unit 404, thonglor soi 10, sukhumvit 55, wattana, bangkok, tel : 02-0869818, inspirit holidays co.,ltd., 187/54 soi ladprao 122 yeak13 ladprow rd. phlabphla wangthonglang bangkok 10310, tel : 029342448-50, kamtung inter co.,ltd., 239/121 soi sannibattesaban, chankasem, chatuchak, bangkok 10900, tel : 089-7232221.

KJ INTERNATIONAL CO.,LTD 55/372 Prasertmanukij 42 Nawamin Sub-District Bueng Kum District Bangkok 10230 Tel: 02-308-8383

Loft tour co.,ltd., 8/16 town avenue srinakharin, soi.onnuch 68, suanloung, bangkok 10250, tel : 02-4026475, 085-2254664, 080-2910123, m travel co.,ltd., 9/556 soi latplakhao 78, ramintra rd, anusawaree, bangkhen, bangkok 10220, tel : 02-9716900, 088-9146514, multiplus travel co.,ltd., 2/72 phetkasem 114 autumn residence, nhlongkeam, nhlong kangplu, bangkok 10160, tel : 02-8107103, 091-7725648, 086-3115648, nexttour co.,ltd., nst traveller co.,ltd., 525 rajdhamnern road, nai mueang, mueang, nakhon si thammarat  80000, tel : 096-9377242, perfect plus travel co.,ltd., 44/223 phaholyothin soi 52,phaholyothin rd.,klongthanon,saimai,bangkok 10220, tel : 02-972-7110, prime time holiday co.,ltd., 5/1800 m.prachachuen soi 16, samakki rd. bang talad, pakkred, nonthaburi 11120, tel : 02-9800203, regency travel & education co.,ltd., 170/51, 16th floor ocean tower building 1, ratchadapisek rd., klong toei 10110, tel : 02-2612500, 081-450-5413, 089-109-3661, roongsarp travel service co.,ltd., 466-468 yaowarat rd., sumpantawong,, sumpantawong, bangkok, tel :  02-224-0039, roongthong tour and service co.,ltd., 2332 new petchburi road, bangkapi, huaykwang, bangkok 10310, tel : 02-261 2500, 081-450-5413, 089-109-3661, smiley tour co.,ltd., 44/3 soi sribampen, tungmahamek, sathorn,, bangkok 10120, tel : 02-287-2689, 02-679-9120, 093-545-1595,, 088-277-5522.

Say Ya We Travel Co.,Ltd.

66/213 chalermprakiat rama9 road,, prawet, bangkok, tel : 02-1070525, 081-102110, siam santa group co.,ltd., 55/49 city connect village moo.8, bangkhuntien, jomthong, bangkok, tel : 02-0752146, 065-4946051, srithai travel co.,ltd., 1991/153 areeya mandarina, sukhumvit77, suanluang, bangkok 10250 , tel : 082-4533452, sunny tour co.,ltd., 1 soi hatyai city, hatyai, hatyai, songkhla 90110, tel : 074-354555, 081-9902137, 081-8972145, supertrips co.,ltd., 1111/32 ladphrao road, chankasem chatujak, bangkok 10900, tel : 02-5115999, talad tour co.,ltd., 189/24 krungthep kleeta road,  huamark   , bangkapi, bangok10240, tel : 02-184-6990, 061-463-9562, tara arrya travel co.,ltd., 32/537 private villa village, soi nawamin 135, nuanchan, bueangkhum, bangkok10230, tel : 02 948 8473, 02 948 8473, 063 919 3694, t-one travel co.,ltd., 564/2 sathupradit36 bangphongphang yannawa bangkok 10120, tel : 02-294-5245-9, the icon travel co.,ltd., 95/63 moo.8 bang phai - nong phrao ngai road., bang rak phatthana, bang bua thong, nonthaburi 11110, tel : 095-4908782, the traveller co.,ltd., feel ladphrao 35, 77/3 soi ladphrao 35, ladphrao rd, chandrakasem, chatuchak, bangkok, 10900, tel : 02-5124492-7, ttc global limited co.,ltd., 3455 ttc park tower 4th floor rama 9 rd., suanluang bangkok 10250 , tel : 02-1719999, travel of life co.,ltd., 40 chockchai 4 soi 46, ladphrao, latpharo, bangkok 10310, tel : 02-9315481, tripleenjoy travel co.,ltd., 300/50 nawamin road ,nawamin , buengkum bangkok 10240, tel.02-379-2959  fax. 02-379-1163, travel team tour & education co.,ltd. 89/59 moobaan nonnicha soi 9 rattanatibet road, muang nonthaburi 11000 tel : 02-1958256-7 , 095-2465563, top thai holiday ltd. 15 soi ladprao 106, lad pao road, wang thong lang sub-district, wang thong lang district bangkok province 10310 tel : 02-233-1896.

Tour Express Center Dot Com 

300/76 premium place 6 vintage, navamin road, buengkum, bangkok 10240, tel : 02-3791988, toyou travel co.,ltd , 32 rama 2 road, tha kham, bangkhuntien, bangkok 10150, tel : 089-4561126, tripderntang travel co.,ltd. , 94/40 soi vibhavadi rangsit road, sikan, don mueang, bangkok 10210, tel : 095-9561059, ts connect world co.,ltd , 130/2 moo.1, khaonoi, pranburi, pranburi, prachuap khiri khan  77120, tel : 032-902228 ,092-2974145, unithai travel co,.ltd, 33/47 wallstreet tower 11 floor, surawongse road, surawongse, bangkok 10500, tel : 02-6326882-4, vacation zone co.,ltd., 13 soi prachauthit 60, thungkhru, thungkhru, bangkok 10140, tel : 089-7990051.

We R World Tour Co.,Ltd.

390/3 soi ratchadapisek 42 yak 4-1 , chankasem, chatujak, bangkok 10900, tel : 02-9305406, willy world travel co.,ltd., 41/84 soi prayasuren 42, samwatawantok, klongsamwa,  bangkok 10510, tel : 089-4984545.

World Holiday Travel Co., Ltd.

88/144, krungthonburi rd., bangrampulang, khlongsarn, bangkok, 10600, tel : 02-108-0764, world class vacation co.,ltd, 1/81 soi eakkachai64/5 bangbon, bangbon, bangkok, tel : 081-925-527.

World Vista Travel & Production House Co.,Ltd.

18/265 soi lat plakhao 83,anusavari,, bangkhen bangkok 10220, tel : 02-9717337, wow holiday co.,ltd. , 752/2 phetkasem soi 55/2, laksong,, bangkae, bangkok 10160, tel : 098-3309980.

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Thailand wilts under heatwave with temperatures hitting above 40 deg C

Wednesday, 03 Apr 2024

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BANGKOK: Temperatures have soared above 40 degrees Centigrade in northern and central Thailand over recent days, scarcely dropping below 30 degrees at night as an extreme heat wave hits the country, a popular tourist destination year-round, reported dpa news.

The authorities have urged residents to remain indoors during the middle of the day.

"The Department of Health urges the public to stay indoors and avoid outdoor activities amidst the risk of heatstroke," the Pattaya Mail reported on Wednesday (April 3).

"With maximum temperatures ranging from 41-42 degrees Celsius in the northern, north-eastern, and central regions, and 39-40 degrees Celsius in the eastern and southern regions, including Bangkok, staying indoors is paramount for safety," it said.

Tourists are being issued special UV screens at popular destinations, including the temple complexes in Ayutthaya. Residents can be seen on the streets with parasols and mini fans.

Temperatures have been above normal since last month in many areas. The weather bureau has warned that this summer, which begins in Thailand at the end of February, could be two degrees hotter than usual.

There are fears that the heat index, or what the temperature feels like when taking into account the air temperature, relative humidity and wind speed, could reach above 50 degrees. Bernama-dpa

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Tour de France in doubt for Jonas Vingegaard and Jay Vine after horrific crash during the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain

Sport Tour de France in doubt for Jonas Vingegaard and Jay Vine after horrific crash during the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain

Jonas Vingegaard has been taken to hospital along with leading Australian rider Jay Vine after some of the world's best cyclists suffered injuries in a mass crash at high speed in the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain. 

The reigning double Tour de France champion Vingegaard was reported to have suffered a broken collarbone and several broken ribs but was "conscious" after the alarming crash that threatens his hopes of a famous treble in July.

Vine, last year's Tour Down Under winner, also ended up crashing heavily in a concrete ditch and was taken away by ambulance.

The 28-year-old was later diagnosed with a fractured cervical vertebra and two fractures in his thoracic spine, with no other major injuries or head trauma. 

It was a disastrous day for another modern-day great too, with Remco Evenepoel, the 2022 world champion, managing to walk away from the crash despite suffering what his Soudal-Quick Step later confirmed was a fracture to his right collarbone and to his right shoulder blade.

He will need surgery on Friday in Belgium.

Giro d'Italia champ Primoz Roglic, who had been the overnight leader, also abandoned the race after giving a thumbs-up to cameras from the team car to show he was OK.

In all, 12 riders near the front of the peloton were involved in the crash, which happened with about 35 kilometres left of the fourth stage between Etxarri Aranatz and Legutio, in northern Spain.

The leaders were making a sweeping right-hand turn on a slight but swift descent, with some sliding off, sending others off the road into the ditch.

Denmark's Vingegaard, who has been in spectacular form and was favourite for the 2024 Tour de France, had to be carried to the ambulance in a neck brace and needed oxygen after treatment at roadside by doctors.

The race was then neutralised until the finish, with only the six riders who had been at the front being allowed to sprint for the finish to try to win the stage, with victory eventually going to the underwhelmed South African Louis Meintjes, who admitted it was a hollow triumph.

"It's a sad day. I wish all the guys who crashed all the best and wish them a fast recovery," Mattias Skjelmose, who took the overall race lead from Roglic, said at the finish.

"My mind is with the guys who crashed, and right now I am not thinking about the leader's jersey."

The crash, which featured three of the world's most outstanding riders in Vingegaard, Evenepoel and Roglic, was also a huge blow for 25-year-old Vine, who has graduated from riding a turbo trainer in his living room to being a peloton star.

He had begun the week-long race on Monday with an exceptional time trial that had left him second behind only Roglic at that stage and revealed afterwards that the Itzulia had been only a late addition to his schedule.

Earlier on Thursday, Roglic's teammate at BORA-Hansgrohe, Lennard Kamna, was reported to be in a "stable condition" in intensive care after he had collided with a car during a training ride in Tenerife.

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Biden tours collapsed Baltimore bridge as clearing proceeds and declares ‘your nation has your back’

President Joe Biden visited Baltimore Friday to get a firsthand look at efforts to clear away the remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge which collapsed last week, killing six people. Biden vowed to “move heaven and earth” to rebuild the bridge.

President Joe Biden, aboard Marine One, takes an aerial tour of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Friday, April 5, 2024, as seen from an accompanying aircraft. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

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President Joe Biden waves as he walks to Marine One for departure from the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, April 5, 2024, in Washington. Behind the President from left are Adm. Linda Fagan, Commandant of the United States Coast Guard, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, and Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon, Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. They are headed to Maryland. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

President Joe Biden participates in an operational briefing on the response and recovery efforts of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, Friday, April 5, 2024 in Dundalk, Md., from Brigadier General John Lloyd, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, left, as Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, right, looks on. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, with the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, seen rear, moves to speak, Friday, April 5, 2024 in Dundalk, Md. President Joe Biden is on scene getting a firsthand look at efforts to clear away the hulking remains of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

An aerial formation including Marine One, carrying President Joe Biden, flies in a formation with a decoy helicopter and a U.S. Marine Corps Osprey aircraft carrying members of the White House press corps, during a tour of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, Friday, April 5, 2024, in Dundalk, Md. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)

DUNDALK, Md. (AP) — President Joe Biden got a firsthand look Friday at efforts to clear away the “mangled mess” of remains of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore , as cranes, ships and diving crews work to reopen one of the nation’s main shipping lanes.

Aboard Marine One, circling the warped metal remains and the mass of construction and salvage equipment trying to clear the wreckage of last week’s collapse, which killed six workers, Biden got an up close view of the devastation.

On the ground later, he received a briefing from local officials, the U.S. Coast Guard and Army Corps of Engineers on the situation in the water and its impacts on the region. The president also greeted police officers who helped block traffic to the bridge in the moments before it was hit by a ship — which helped avert an even larger loss of life.

“I’m here to say your nation has your back and I mean it,” Biden said from the shoreline overlooking the collapsed bridge in Dundalk, just outside Baltimore. “Your nation has your back.”

Eight workers — immigrants from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador — were filling potholes on the bridge when it was hit by a huge cargo ship and collapsed in the middle of the night of March 26. Two men were rescued and the bodies of two others were recovered in subsequent days.

Authorities announced Friday evening that salvage divers had recovered, in the hours before Biden arrived, a third body from the water, that of Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval, 38, one of the missing workers. They said the search for the other victims will continue.

The president also met for more than an hour with the families of those killed.

“The damage is devastating and our hearts are still breaking,” Biden said.

Officials have established a temporary, alternate channel for vessels involved in clearing debris. The Army Corps of Engineers hopes to open a limited-access channel for barge container ships and some vessels moving cars and farm equipment by the end of this month, and to restore normal capacity to Baltimore’s port by May 31, the White House says.

That’s important since longer delays in reopening shipping lanes could send shockwaves through the economy . As much as $200 million in cargo normally moves through Baltimore’s port per day, and it is the leading hub for importing and exporting vehicles.

More than 50 salvage divers and 12 cranes are on site to help cut out sections of the bridge and remove them from the key waterway. Officials told Biden they had all the resources they need to meet the targets for opening the channel into the Baltimore port.

The president announced that some of the largest employers affected by the collapse, including Amazon, Home Depot and Domino Sugar, have committed to keeping their employees on payroll until the port is reopened. That followed days of outreach by state and federal officials to try to mitigate the economic impact.

“From the air I saw the bridge that has been ripped apart,” Biden said, “but here on the ground I see a community that’s pulled together.”

It is still unclear, though, how the costs of cleanup and building a new bridge will be covered.

The Federal Highway Administration has provided $60 million in “quick release” emergency relief funds to get started. Exactly how much the collapse will ultimately cost is unclear, though some experts estimate recovery will take at least $400 million and 18 months .

Biden said within hours of the collapse that “the federal government will pay for the entire cost of reconstructing that bridge, and I expect the Congress to support my effort.”

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell likened the bridge collapse to assistance that flows after natural disasters and saying ”the federal government will step up and do the lion’s share” of funding. But authorization could cause some squabbles in Congress.

The White House is asking lawmakers to authorize the federal government to cover 100% of the collapsed bridge cleanup and reconstruction costs, rather than seeking funding through a separate, emergency supplemental funding request.

In a letter to congressional leaders, Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young noted similar techniques were used for recovery and rebuilding efforts that received bipartisan congressional support in 2007, when a highway bridge in downtown Minneapolis collapsed during evening rush hour, killing 13 people.

But some hard-line congressional Republicans are already lining up to demand politically controversial offsets for the funding. The conservative House Freedom Caucus issued a statement saying, “If it proves necessary to appropriate taxpayer money to get one of America’s busiest ports back online, Congress should ensure it is fully offset and that burdensome regulations” are waved. It was referring to potential federal spending cuts elsewhere and to regulations like the Endangered Species Act.

The caucus’s letter also suggested that approval for bridge recovery funds be tied to the Biden administration agreeing to lift a pause it has imposed on exportation of liquified natural gas.

The funding questions only serve to heighten the collapse’s political implications as Biden squares off with former President Donald Trump in November’s election.

It’s the second major disaster along the country’s busy northeastern hub in as many years. Last summer, an overpass along Interstate 95 in Philadelphia caught fire and collapsed after a tanker truck slammed into it. Federal and state officials moved quickly on temporary repairs and ultimately reopened that section of the highway faster than expected.

But the cleanup and repairs in Baltimore will take far longer and be far more costly, making the chances it is a net political positive for Biden — especially in time for Election Day — far murkier. That hasn’t stopped the Biden administration from championing anew a $1 trillion-plus public works package that cleared Congress in 2021.

The bridge collapse also has thrust into the national spotlight Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Wes Moore , 45, a leading voice in Biden’s reelection campaign’s effort to energize young voters on the 81-year-old president’s behalf. The governor accompanied Biden on the helicopter tour and during his briefings.

Biden has traveled the country showcasing construction projects on highways, bridges and tunnels. In 2022, he arrived for an event in Pittsburgh just hours after a bridge nearby collapsed . Promoting the public works package also has allowed the president to lean into his love of train travel and many years commuting to and from Washington on Amtrak as a Delaware senator.

Biden said Friday that he’d been over the bridge “about a thousand times” commuting from Washington to his home in Delaware, prompting the state Department of Transportation chief to quip, “thank you for the tolls, sir.”

Associated Press writer Lea Skene in Baltimore contributed to this report.