Discover the heart and soul of the real Thailand on your own private tour. Off-the-beaten-track and away from the crowds, you will experience the warmth of authentic Thai hospitality by staying with Thai people themselves as they show you the highlights of local life. Perfect for couples, it provides a good balance between cultural activities yet still having plenty of time and space to yourself. Begin your personal off the beaten track adventure by staying with the village headman in the rice-growing Central Plains region. Experience canal-side living in a peaceful village where you'll accompany your Host paying respect to the monks at the local temple, visit the vibrant produce market and visit the vast ruins in the ancient city of Ayutthaya. Next head east to eco-friendly Nakorn Ratchasima, an area of organic farming and abundant wildlife. Here trek in the lush jungle of UNESCO world heritage Khao Yai National park. The oldest in Thailand, you'll follow wildlife trails looking for herds of gaur, monkeys and elephants. You'll have a day to see how the best Thai silk is produced and walking amongst the ruins of Khmer temples gives you a glimpse of Thailand's past. From there, a flight to Krabi on the south-west coat takes you to one of the country's beautiful beaches at Ao Nang. Get special treatment at the local cooking school as you stay with the owner on his rubber plantation. Take time to ride out to white-sand island by long-tail boat. Relax on the beach before heading back to Bangkok. Here you'll have the run of your own house complete with kitchen to practice your new cooking skills. From this base, you'll have two free days to enjoy this bustling city before your flight home. This private tour costs from £1,600 per person, based on two people sharing. This includes scheduled flights from London, accommodation, activities, transport and most meals. Regional departures are available. For full details or to customise this itinerary, call us on 0800 011 2571 between 9am and 9pm, 7 days a week or email us at contact@telltaletravel.co.uk
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