Thailand with GLAMAZONTAY

Welcome! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30pm to depart for your welcome dinner. The dinner reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into BKK.

Dinner

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant is included. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

DJ Station Nightclub

After dinner take a 20 minute transfer to DJ Station Nightclub for a night out on the town! DJ Station is a well-known nightclub in Bangkok, Thailand, particularly popular within the LGBTQ+ community. It's situated in the Silom district, known for its vibrant nightlife. DJ Station is renowned for its lively atmosphere, diverse music, and energetic dance floor. Entrance includes 2 drink vouchers, additional drinks at your own expense (in cash). You can either take the included private transfer back to the hotel or if you choose to stay longer, you can call a taxi at your own expense. The ride back to the hotel is around 12 minutes. Note that you cannot wear flip flops into the nightclub.

Mode Sathorn Hotel, or similar

Overnight in Bangkok.

Embark on a day packed with activities! In the morning, you'll be transferred to Museum Siam to delve into the rich national identity and history of Thailand, exploring its connections with neighboring cultures. Afterward, a brief walk to the pier awaits, where you'll board a traditional longtail boat for a serene journey through Bangkok's tranquil canals on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. The boat will transport you to Klong Bangluang Artist Village for lunch and an enchanting traditional puppet show by local artists. Following this, return to the hotel before venturing out on the Tuk Tuk Street Food Tour in the evening. Begin with a transfer to the meeting point, then hop on a Tuk Tuk to savor the city's diverse flavors. Conclude your eventful day with a short transfer back to the hotel. For today’s activities you’ll want to wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. The Mode Sathorn Hotel offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Museum Siam & Long Tail Boat Ride

Take a 30 minute private transfer from the hotel to Museum Siam. Museum Siam is a cultural institution located in Bangkok, Thailand, dedicated to showcasing the national identity and history of the Thai people, as well as their interconnectedness with neighboring cultures. The museum offers an immersive experience through multimedia exhibits and interactive displays, providing visitors with insights into the rich heritage of Thailand. The exhibits cover various aspects, from historical events to cultural practices, contributing to a deeper understanding of the country's past and present. Then you’ll walk 5 minutes to the pier to boat a traditional longtail boat to meander through the quaint canals taking in Bangkok's quieter side on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. The boat ride down to Klong Bangluang Artist Village is around 30-40 minutes. Each boat can take 8-10 people, so larger groups will be divided accordingly. Lifejackets will be provided upon request.

Lunch

Lunch at a local restaurant near the pier is included. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

Klong Bangluang Artist Village Visit

Following lunch, take a brief 5-minute stroll to the Artist House, a distinctive venue functioning as both an art space and a community hub. Here, visitors have the chance to delve into local art, crafts, and performances, with the house renowned for presenting traditional puppet shows that provide insights into Thailand's cultural heritage. Explore craft shops, visit the local temple, and enjoy the serene experience of feeding the fish along the enchanting canals of Thonburi. Conclude your time at Klong Bangluang with a 40-minute private transfer back to the hotel.

Tuk Tuk Streetfood Tour

In the late afternoon, you’ll be picked up for a 40 minute transfer to the meeting point to start your Bangkok Street Eats adventure. Then you’ll get on a tuk tuk and make about 5 stops during your tour. You’ll stop by The Giant Swing, Bangkok City Pillar Shrine, the flower market, a rooftop bar, and at the local market you will try a variety of street food like Thai-style grilled meat, khao kha mu (stewed pork leg), coconut pudding, abd Bua Loi Khai Waan (glutinous rice balls with egg). Then you’ll take a 40 minute transfer back to the hotel after a fun evening out.

Dinner

Dinner is included as a part of the Bangkok Street Eats Tour. You will be trying out a variety of street foods. Please be sure to bring extra cash if you would like to purchase additional food and beverages at your own expense.

Mode Sathorn Hotel, or similar

Overnight in Bangkok.

You'll start off the day with a private transfer to Mae Klong Railway Market for a unique experience of vendors swiftly clearing their tracks for the passing train—an extraordinary display of local life and commerce. After soaking in the vibrant market atmosphere, continue for a short ride to a local Sugar Palm farm for a brief insight into sugar production. The journey finally takes you to the bustling Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where you can explore boats laden with an array of goods and experience traditional market interactions. Opt for a paddle boat ride for a closer view of the market activities. On your way back from the market, you'll enjoy a local lunch featuring dishes like stir-fried razor clams and salted Thai mackerel before taking a private transfer back to the hotel. Cap the evening with a drag show at House of Heals, a short transfer away from the hotel. For today’s activities, you’ll want to bring extra cash with you to buy any additional food or beverages at the markets.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. The Mode Sathorn Hotel offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Hotel to Mae Klong Railway Market

Take a private transfer from the hotel to Mae Kong Railway Market as your first stop en route to Damnoern Saduak Floating Market.

Mae Klong Railway Market

Begin your half-day tour with a scenic drive in a private transfer towards southwest Bangkok to the charming Ratchaburi Province. On the way to Damnoern Saduak Floating Market, take a fascinating detour to the Mae Klong Railway Market, also affectionately known as Talad Rom Hoop, which translates to "closing an umbrella or awning." This unique name reflects the market's extraordinary setup, where vendors swiftly close their awnings to make way for the passing trains right on the tracks. Experience the thrilling spectacle of the train maneuvering through the tightly-packed stalls, a perfect blend of daily commerce and local life. You'll spend around 40 minutes at the market, giving you ample time to explore the stalls, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and watch the train glide through, making for an unforgettable experience.

Damnoern Saduak Floating Market

From the bustling Mae Klong Railway Market, continue with a quick 15-minute drive to a local Sugar Palm farm situated conveniently along your route. This visit offers an insightful look into the production of sugar, demonstrating how the sap from sugar palms is turned into crystalline sugar, a vital ingredient in local cuisine. You’ll then arrive at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. This celebrated market is a vibrant display of local culture and history, reminiscent of a time when rivers and canals were the main transport routes. Explore a variety of boats filled with fresh fruits, flowers, colorful clothing, and assorted souvenirs floating along the waterways. Then, make your way to the historic Lao Tuk Luk Market, also known as the old Damnoen Saduak Market. Operating for over a century, this market maintains its traditional appeal with wooden houses and offers insights into the age-old methods of trading food, snacks, and other items. To fully appreciate this market's atmosphere, consider renting a paddle boat at your own expense. This allows you to weave through the vendor boats and experience the vibrant market scene from the water, providing a unique perspective on this lively trading hub. It is advised to bring cash with you to purchase food and beverages at your own expense.

Lunch

On the way back to Bangkok, lunch will be included at local restaurant in the Samut Songkram / Amphawa area which is roughly a 30 minute transfer from Damnoern Saduak Floating Market. The meal will typically be a la carte menu shared with water included. Some examples of local Thai dishes you will be having is stir-fried razor clams and boiled salted Thai mackerel. 

Lunch to Hotel

From lunch you'll take a private transfer back to the hotel in Bangkok.

Drag Show at House of Heals

Take a 20 minute private transfer to House of Heals for an unforgettable Drag Show. This evening, get ready for an exciting night of entertainment. A fierce, fun and unexpected bar with unforgettable drag performances. Come experience a one of a kind experience with dance performances, live singing, and runway shows. Entrance includes one drink, additional drinks are at your own expense in cash only. Note that you cannot wear flip flops to House of Heals. After the show, take a 20 minutes transfer back to the hotel.

Mode Sathorn Hotel, or similar

Overnight in Bangkok.

This morning you will transfer to the airport to board a plane and fly to Phuket. You'll then be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Phuket, where you will get to spend the afternoon free at leisure until the evening's entertainment at the Simon Cabaret Show.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. The Mode Sathorn Hotel offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Hotel to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

Private transfer from the hotel to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

Domestic Flight: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

Domestic flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Note that your carry on luggage cannot exceed 15lbs (7kg) in weight.

Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Hotel

Private transfer from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to the hotel.

Phuket Simon Cabaret Show

From the hotel, you’ll take a 10 minute private transfer to experience one of the highlights of Phuket’s nightlife with a show at Phuket Simon Cabaret, a magnificent spectacle in the island’s most renowned entertainment venue. One of Southeast Asia’s most outstanding entertainment attractions, the cabaret draws more than a thousand enthused visitors from around the world each evening, putting on a show to remember and running through a range of musical theatre from cultures around the world each and every night. Check out the extravagant costumes and stage design, glittering lights and majestic sounds, as the show comes to life with you in the audience. After the show, take a 10 minute private transfer back to the hotel.

The Nap Patong, or similar

Overnight in Phuket.

Today you will board a shared speedboat and embark on a full day island-hopping adventure around Phi Phi island. Jet between Koh Phi Phi’s two main islands, Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh, and spend the day exploring the breath-taking scenery on land and underwater, from fine sandy beaches to soaring limestone cliffs. Today’s island hopping tour includes 8 stops: Bamboo Island, Nui Bay, Monkey Beach, Shark Point, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay, and Loh Moo Dee Bay. Be sure to pack a swimsuit, light towel, sunscreen, hat, water, and sandals.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. Nap Patong offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Phi Phi Explorer by Speedboat

Take a 50 minute transfer from the hotel to the pier to board a private speedboat expedition exploring the hidden coves and beaches of Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh islands. Revel in a day of snorkeling, swimming, and soaking in the breathtaking scenery, beginning at Bamboo Island for sunbathing and exploration, followed by Nui Bay for snorkeling with tropical fish. Cruise to Monkey Beach for distant wildlife viewing, respecting regulations against close interaction, and continue to the exhilarating Shark Point for boat-based snorkeling, providing glimpses of marine life, including sharks. Navigate through crystal-clear waters to Pileh Lagoon, a picturesque spot for snorkeling and swimming amidst stunning limestone cliffs. Explore Maya Bay, famous for "The Beach" film, with a walk and photos (no swimming due to national park regulations), and conclude the day at Loh Moo Dee Bay for coral reef snorkeling and an abundance of marine life. A mask and snorkel will be provided for stops that allow snorkeling. Conclude the day at Koh Khai with sunset views from a beach bar before returning to Phuket. Note that visits are subject to change depending on weather/sea conditions each day. Once back at the pier, take a 50 minute private transfer back to the hotel.

The Nap Patong, or similar

Overnight in Phuket.

Today is a free day at leisure to relax on the beach, get a massage, or do any last minute shopping. In the evening the group will meet for a farewell dinner.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. Nap Patong offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Phuket Local Treat

Experience the flavors of Southern Thailand on a Phuket street food tour with five stops: Kio Thian Keng Saphan Hin, a colorful temple; Kanom Chin restaurant; Kaorang Hill viewpoint; Phuket Old Town; and the night market. In the late afternoon, get picked up from your hotel and take a 40-minute private transfer to the first stop, Kio Thian Keng Saphan Hin Shrine, known for its enchanting sunset views. Learn about its significance, especially during the Vegetarian festival. Afterward, head to Khao Rang Hill viewpoint for stunning city vistas, followed by a visit to Phuket Old Town to try Oh Aew, a refreshing shaved ice dessert. Explore Thalang Road's unique architecture and finish the evening at the lively night market, sampling local treats amid a celebratory atmosphere with live music. At the end of the tour, take a 30 minute private transfer back to the hotel. Remember to bring extra cash for any additional food or beverages you may want to purchase at the market!

Dinner

Farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included with Phuket Local Treat Tour. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

The Nap Patong, or similar

Overnight in Phuket.

All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of HKT.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/America, or buffet style. Nap Patong offers a buffet with a combination of Thai, American, and Intercontinental breakfast. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.