Thailand
Discover the true appeal of the exquisite cultural heritage of Thailand. Here is the chance to really lash out and indulge with luxury and pampered train travel on the Eastern & Oriental Express, lavish spa and lifestyle treatments at Hua Hin, or take a leisurely and unique Mekong River trip and discover ancient capitals and world heritage sites.
Leave the beaches behind and experience the defining cultural
heritages of the far northern hill tribes, with a base in either
Chiang Mai “The Rose of the North”, or the capital of Thailand’s
most northern province Chiang Rai. Both locations are surrounded
by stunning natural beauty and unique cultural identities, and provide
the ideal base for cultural exploration of the local hill tribes and in the witnessing of local traditions and customs, interwoven with experiencing the sublime natural beauty that the region is renown for.
Attractions range from magnificent mountain scenery, ruins of ancient settlements, historic sites, Buddhist shrines and ethnic villages as the province is also home to several hill tribes who maintain fascinating lifestyles.
Northern Thailand is the ideal location for many travelers seeking to experience a soft natural adventure. Trekking on foot or via elephant, river rafting or guided safaris are all available in this natural wonderland.
For those wishing a more sedate experience, take the time to explore the many ancient temples. More than three-hundred temples, among them some of the most beautiful and revered in the entire Buddhist world, give Chiang Mai an atmosphere of calmness and timeless elegance, and where you may wish to indulge in a meditation course or retreat and refresh the mind, body and spirit.