Action on Shore Discover the stunning coastlines and limestone karst scenery of the Andaman Sea. Don't worry about having to get too physical, while there will be plenty of activities to keep all your family happy, all of our holidays are very much soft adventures. Best of all, in between your activities on and around the Andaman Sea, your family will discover the real Thailand that only a few people are lucky enough to experience. We and our own staff in Thailand, along with our unique network of local people will ensure you have unparalleled experiences which will truly broaden your family's horizons, giving you memories to cherish forever. This two-week Tell Tale trip starts with a few days in bustling Bangkok where you have an opportunity to tick off the main sights with our expert guides, in between activities like cycling through lush green countryside and a private boat trip discovering life along the canals.
Day 1 (recommended Friday or Saturday) meal/s on plane Fly from London Heathrow on a direct flight to Bangkok with Thai Airways or Eva Air. We're also able to arrange flights from other airports including Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Humberside. If you don't live in the UK, ask us if we can arrange flights for you or you can book excluding tours, starting the trip with a pick up at Bangkok airport on 'Day 2'. Day 2 dinner You'll be met at Bangkok airport by one of our drivers and driven away from the hustle and bustle to a residential area just north of the centre. Here you'll arrive at a charming and comfortable homestay (you will have a private annexe or chalet/s with private bathroom in the garden of the family's main home). Settle in and relax in the ambience of a real Thai neighbourhood before a delicious home-cooked dinner with your hosts.
Local flavour galore. You'll go cycling just outside Bangkok, with a guide, through green countryside and along canals. We've designed this day to be suitable for children and the day will be paced to your family. You'll meet people living in traditional canal-side community, quite a contrast from modern Bangkok! You'll see genuine local markets and even learn about rice and agriculture and organic farming. This evening you'll have an informal authentic Thai cooking lesson, before you feast on your efforts. Day 5 breakfast, dinner Tick off the tourist sites. One of our expert guides will take you around the main sights in Bangkok, the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho, famous for its golden reclining Buddha. Head back for dinner or you can explore Bangkok by night, it's up to you. This Tell Tale trip has been designed in a way to be well paced and without too much travelling. If you'd like to spend a day with elephants, we can replace today with a day trip to Elephant's World in Kanchanaburi, however, it's a 3-hour drive. We would recommend adding 1-2 days to the itinerary and staying in Kanchanaburi, or talk to us for other options.
White water rafting on a river (with specialist guides) who will show you how not to fall off! This activity is on a 'join-in' basis. Day 10 breakfast Try your hand at rubber farming, then enjoy lovely hot springs, explore the last rainforest in the Krabi area, home to beautiful tropical birds and the giant 'Emerald Pool', whose colour can be a shade of blue or green depending on the temperature, though inviting to dive into at any time of the year. Day 11 breakfast, lunch You're off on another private boat trip! Snorkel amongst tropical fish and let out your inner Swiss Family Robinson at farther-away Bamboo Island. You'll also visit Tap island, known its sand bar which can be walked along at low tide and 'Chicken Island' a lovely spot to snorkel. You'll have a picnic lunch today. Keep your eyes peeled when you are journeying on the boat, you may be lucky enough to see dolphins. Day 12 breakfast, lunch Today, you're going zipining! Day 13 breakfast Exploring the Krabi mainland with our driver. First a stop at a local village for an informal workshop to learn handicrafts, using natural materials like coconut. Then you can visit lovely waterfalls for a swim, or head up to 'Tiger Cave Temple' for a lot of steps but spectacular views, or head back to the pool – it's up to you. Day 14 breakfast Day at leisure, relax by the pool, take a tuk tuk to the beach or to the fish farm where you can fatten up the gigantic catfish even more. Day 15 breakfast and meal/s on plane Fly back to the UK (via a short connecting flight from Krabi to Bangkok), arriving at London Heathrow at approximately 7pm UK time (same day). This 15 day private family adventure holiday costs from £1,840 per person, discounted to £1,762 for 12-15 year olds and £1,380 per child under 12. This includes scheduled flights from the UK, accommodation, activities/excursions, transport and most meals. Please allow approximately £50 per person for entrance fees payable on the ground. The price excluding flights is £1,240 per person and £930 per child under 12, your tour starts in Bangkok on Day 2 and ends in Krabi on Day 15. Prices apply most of the year including Easter and half terms, subject to flight seat availability, early booking is advised. Peak summer and Christmas travel will be subject to extra costs, please contact us for a quote and note early booking is advised (for the best prices, 11 months or more beforehand if booking including flights). Telephone us for a chat on 0207 060 4571.
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