THIS SOUTH THAILAND SMALL GROUP TOUR HAS THE OPTION OF BUDGET OR QUALITY ACCOMMODATION:

While all Baktrax trips try to show you the real cultures of the destinations you visit, the Meander trips along with our Pure Central Thailand tour are probably more suitable for those visiting Asia for the very first time and who want to see a cross section of what it’s all about while traveling slowly enough to make it an even more relaxing holiday as well as a small group tour.

They would be even more suitable for families also. GO FOR IT! LISTEN! LOOK! SMELL! TASTE! LEARN! The South Meander takes in the better known destinations of Bangkok & Koh Samui as well as the three less visited provinces of Samut Songkram, Phetchaburi, (Cha-Am) and Chumpon.

Group Size: Minimum 1, Maximum 8

Guaranteed to depart

English speaking tour coordinator

Visiting
BANGKOK - SAMUT SONGKRAM - CHA-AM - CHUMPON - KOH SAMUI

Accommodation

BUDGET

• One to two star guest houses and hotels, (3 nights).
• Simple guest houses, (9 nights).
• Basic guest house, (1 night).
• Second class overnight sleeper train (1 night).

QUALITY

• Three star hotels, (8 nights).
• One to two star guest houses and hotels, (5 nights).
• First class overnight sleeper train, (1 night).

Transport
Bus, Train, Boat, Taxi.

Day Trips

Marine national park, (full day).

Entry Fees

All included when part of the itinerary.

Meals
14 meals included as per itinerary.
B = Breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner.

Itinerary

Day 1:

Tonight our Thailand small group tour will stay in; BANGKOK - Our South Thailand small group tour officially starts when you check into your Bangkok accommodation. A welcoming dinner will be had in the evening. If you arrive early enough your free time could be spent visiting the enormous Chatuchak weekend market and/or, Wat Phra Kaew & the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, MBK or Siam shopping centres or take a boat ride with the locals on the Chao Phraya express to some local shops in Nonthaburi.

A few of the dozens of other options may be Vimanmek Teak Mansion, Chinatown, Wat Traimit, Jim Thompsons House, Silom or Sukhumvit road shops.

OR? Maybe just lay back and have a traditional Thai Massage. A month in the capital wouldn't allow you enough time to see it all. D.

Day 2:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay in; SAMUT SONGKRAM - An almost secret little rail line will see your small group tour travel by two very local trains, bisected by a river ferry crossing, to the geographically smallest province in the Kingdom, Samut Songkram. Also known as Mae Klong by the locals. It would be most unlikely to see any other non locals on this train. A fascinating look at local life both on the train and along the tracks.  B.

Day 3:

SAMUT SONGKRAM - A free day to wander around this REAL Thai provincial capital, it seems once again that the Baktrax philosophy of small is best rings true because the local population must surely be in the running for the friendliest people in this Kingdom of friendly people. Wat Phet Samut Worawihan will give you a look at a local temple. In the evening you will get the chance to have a ten courses or more dinner for a few dollars as you meander around the evening market sampling the numerous delights on offer. No meals.

Day 4:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay in; CHA-AM - Our small group tour heads for the beach today via local buses. Cha-Am is a very popular weekend beachside destination for Bangkokians and other locals but as we are there mid week and there are less crowds, this beautiful coastal destination is even more appealing. B. D.

Day 5:

CHA-AM - This lesser known seaside resort has a great atmosphere whether laying on the long beach during the day or eating seafood at night. The local town part of Cha-Am is a short motor bike taxi ride away from the beach where you will be able to visit the once weekly night market with lots of goodies on offer to tempt and delight. B, daily.

Day 6:

See Day 5

Day 7:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay in; CHUMPON - By bus and train today will see our small group tour in Chumpon for an overnight stop. Chumpon is a quieter provincial capital used by less people to get to the nearby islands of Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan and Koh Samui, than the bigger city of Surat thani. This means enough markets and restaurants for dinner but with a more laid back local atmosphere. B.

Day 8:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay on; KOH SAMUI - Our small group tour will go by boat today to the world famous island of Koh Samui, arriving mid afternoon at lovely Lamai Beach. It would seem that if Baktrax had to have one really touristy destination in South Thailand then Samui was the best choice because it has a great atmosphere and something for everyone whatever your budget or want. From an international fast food hamburger to a locally caught grilled fish done Thai style. Warm waters off a coconut palm lined white sandy beach followed by an early night or party till dawn.

Enough shopping opportunities also or for the experienced rider, hire a motorbike and explore the island. A big emphasis on EXPERIENCED ONLY. Others can take a taxi. With plenty of time you will have the chance to have a massage or spa, do a yoga or a cooking course.

No meals.

Day 9:

Three full days to do anything you want to or nothing at all on beautiful Samui. One of these days will include a visit to a Marine National Park with a local operator with snorkelling included. B, daily. Lunch on the day trip.

Day 10:

See Day 9

Day 11:

See Day 9

Day 12:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay on; OVERNIGHT SLEEPER TRAIN - Sadly, time for our small group tour to pack up and head back to Bangkok. Firstly to the island port of Na thon for the ferry to Surathani from where we catch an overnight sleeper train to Bangkok. There will be enough time for a meander around Na thon which has more interesting shops to tempt you. B.

Day 13:

Tonight our small group Thailand tour will stay in; BANGKOK - Our small group tour will arrive a.m. in Bangkok with the rest of the day free. No meals.

Day 14:

BANGKOK - Last minute shopping, sightseeing or a day trip are among the myriad of options for your last day in the city of Angels known as Krungthep to the locals. A farewell dinner will be had in the evening. B. D.

Day 15:

Our South Thailand small group tour is officially over when you check out of your Bangkok accommodation. An airport transfer is included also. B.

Tour Departure Dates

2012
19 May, 16 Jun, 21 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov

2013
19 Jan, 16 Feb, 16 Mar, 20 Apr, 18 May, 15 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 16 Nov, 21 Dec

Any other date on application. (Minimum two people).

Price

P/P, land only;
Budget: USD $1,150
Single Suppliment: USD $350
Quality: USD $1,950
Single Suppliment: USD $750