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Thailand Honeymoon

The Kingdom of Thailand, which lies in the heart of South East Asia, is a first class honeymoon destination. Here you can enjoy exemplary Asian hospitality as well as discover the fascinating Thai culture. Furthermore you will be able to explore fabulous natural scenery and wildlife while, all the time, staying at some of the very best hotels in the world.

The region's climate is tropical and being a long country with islands to both the east and west, there is always an area to visit where the weather is at its best. Bangkok buzzes with excitement; colourful floating markets, shining temples, massive Buddhas and a stunning Grand Palace. Go north for the jungle, trekking, elephants, tribal villages and crafts. While in the south the white beaches beckon, lapped by dazzling blue waters offering superb diving and snorkelling opportunities.

We believe the perfect way to get the most out of this beautiful country is to combine both the north and the south of Thailand with a stopover to enjoy a few days of sightseeing in Bangkok. Thailand also combines very well with a side trip to Siem Reap in Cambodia to see the magnificent temples at Angkor or Laos and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Luang Prabang (for a full itinerary please follow the link below).



Thailand Honeymoon Itinerary

Day 1
Fly from London Heathrow to Bangkok.

Day 2
Arrive in Bangkok where your driver will meet you and take you to the stunning riverside Peninsula Hotel.

Day 3
A full free day for you to tour the klongs, visit the Grand Palace, Jim Thompson's House and the Lumpini Night Market.

Day 4
Fly to Chiang Rai and transfer to the luxurious Four Season Tented Camp. Here the magic continues with elephant mahout training, Mekong River excursions, campfire dinners and riverside drinks in the stilt-top bar.

Day 5
A full day to relax at the Tented Camp, and to enjoy the excursions on offer.

Day 6
Drive through fascinating countryside to Chiang Mai and the Rachamanka Hotel. Here the combination of Lanna art, interior design, and the temple style architecture has created a haven of peace.

Days 7 - 8
Two days to spend at leisure in Chiang Mai.

Day 9
Fly to Phuket and the Sarojin Hotel on its secluded 10 acres by the beach.

Day 10 - 14
Five nights at the beach, to be spent at leisure.

Day 15
Fly from Phuket to Bangkok.

Day 16
Depart Bangkok for London Heathrow.

The cost of the above is from £2,500 per person based on flights, transfers and accommodation with meals as mentioned in the full itinerary.

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Northern Thailand

Four Seasons Tented Camp, Golden Triangle
One of the most luxurious places you will ever stay under canvas, this stunning Tented Camp sits in the jungle in a region where three countries meet.

Reached by river boat 15 tented rooms, spaced apart to allow for total privacy, boast the finest indulgences, right down to the hand-hammered copper bathtubs. Furnishings are handcrafted and custom-made, in styles reminiscent of 19th century adventure expeditions and each room has an outdoor deck to admire the stunning jungle scenery.

Dining at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is an integral part of the Camp's activities and locations for meals may vary from day to day. Breakfast is served at Nong Yao, lunch may be a picnic in the jungle and, after a sundowner, dinner may be a barbecue under the stars, a five-course formal meal or by campfire at Elephant Camp. For your excursions, picnic baskets are prepared from a choice of items and served in Four Seasons style complete with folding camp table, stools and linen napkins.

Mahout training and river trips are all included in your stay, as well as a spa treatment at the hotel's spa.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
A true gem of a property, the Four Seasons Resort is set in landscaped tropical gardens overlooking misty mountains and paddy fields, just outside Chiang Mai. It is therefore the perfect place to base oneself to explore the classical temples, vibrant markets and stunning countryside of the surrounding region.

The hotel is decorated in typical Thai style with teak floors, beautiful silks and Asian artifacts. All 64 pavilion rooms, with outdoor sala, offer a superb standard of comfort and luxury. For those wanting still more there are 16 magnificent private residences each with a live-in housekeeper and exclusive residences swimming pool.

The cuisine here is of the highest standard with three dining options and even a cooking school for those who are tempted to learn the secrets of preparing their own Thai dishes.

The hotel's facilities include a health club with plunge pool and whirlpool, two flood-lit tennis courts and an award-winning spa offering traditional Thai health and beauty treatments.

Rachamankha Chiang Mai
More than just a hotel, staying here is a true cultural experience. The owners are two of Thailand's most famous designers and architects and the property is a spectacular creation of love and a treasury of Lanna art and Chinese antiquities.

A haven of peace, this is the perfect hotel for rest and relaxation. All the rooms are meticulously decorated with styles and furnishings taken from Thailand, Burma and China.

The main restaurant is illuminated by large Lanna lanterns, and beautifully decorated with nineteenth century paintings that describe part of the life of Lord Buddha. The focus of the cuisine is Thai, but there is also a large selection of fusion dishes that combine food, sauces, and flavorings from Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and Europe. The Bar is situated next to the restaurant and is decorated with a very rare Chinese antique liqueur screen.

When not sightseeing around Chiang Mai, guests can enjoy the 20 meter swimming pool, which is lined with sun beds and bougainvillea flowers. The airy Pool Bar offers snacks and drinks, while the open-air room above provides a massage service.

The Chedi Chiang Mai
Lying along the peaceful banks of the Mae Ping River in central Chiang Mai, the Chedi epitomizes the very best in resort living.

Designed in contemporary Asian style each of the 52 Deluxe Rooms and 32 Chedi Club Suites offers a private courtyard and spacious bedroom connected to open balconies with panoramic views of the quiet mountain ranges. Guests staying in the Chedi Club Suites have access to The Chedi Club Lounge, where complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, as well as cocktails and canapés are served.

The main restaurant is housed in a free-standing wooden colonial building and serves superb Asian and Western cuisine, while light refreshments, afternoon tea and cocktails can be enjoyed at the hotel's Lobby Lounge.

The hotel has a well-equipped fitness club, swimming pool, and renowned spa. Nearby, guests also have the opportunity to play on Chiang Mai's golf course.

Close to the local attractions, half day and sightseeing tours can easily be arranged for those wishing to explore more of the region.

Hotels in Southern Thailand

Amanpuri
The first resort for the world renowned Aman chain, the Amanpuri overlooks the Andaman Sea on the tropical island of Phuket, about 20 minutes drive from the airport.

Meaning "place of peace" the 40 pavilions are scattered over several palm-lined acres, connected by elevated walkways with colonnades. All luxurious, spacious rooms offer an outdoor sala for private dining and relaxing.

Adjoining the resort to the north, Amanpuri also offers 28 privately owned villa homes each with either; two, three or four separate bedrooms, a private pool, plus living and dining salas.

Served at The Terrace restaurant, the exemplary cuisine combines the freshest local ingredients to produce the very best culinary specialties Thailand and Europe have to offer.

Amanpuri is the only hotel in Thailand with its own complete maritime facilities and Amancruises specialise in both scheduled and private charters to the beautiful islands and bays close to the resort. On the beach you can enjoy sailing, windsurfing and snorkeling while close by there are 5 international standard golf courses at your disposal. A gymnasium and two flood-lit tennis courts are also available for hotel guests.

For those just wishing to relax and unwind, Amanpuri offers health and beauty treatments including aromatherapy and traditional Thai massage and there is also a Beauty Salon on site.

The Sarojin
Voted the best "Luxury Romantic Hotel" at the 2007 World Luxury Hotel awards, the Sarojin is situated on the expansive white beach and crystalline waters of the Andaman Sea blending cleverly and beautifully with the surrounding natural landscape.

Designed in a contemporary Asian style all 56 Guest Residences have private access to the beach where year-round swimming and water-sports can be enjoyed. The rooms boast space and privacy offering a rare oasis for relaxation. Cross a stream to your own private garden and "sala" sundeck. Here you will find intimate couples' baths, rainfall showers, plunge and relaxation pools, all blending in to the natural habitat.

Choose to dine in any number of private and intimate locations or venture out with a sumptuous gourmet picnic basket. Wherever you dine, delight in excellent international cuisine, subtly fused with the flavours of the east as well as Thai and seafood delicacies.

In the spa, ancient therapies and massage techniques are combined with modern comforts to help relax and awaken your body and soul.

Water sports abound while a fitness center, croquet lawn and mountain bikes are all at your disposal. The resort also has a pool, while nearby there are three 18-hole golf courses and floodlit tennis courts.

The Sarojin is surrounded inland by five spectacular national parks, while the Similan and Surin Islands National Marine Park, one of the world's top ten dive sites, is less than an hour away by boat. Phang Nga Bay, renowned for it's sheer limestone formations and hidden caves and lagoons is also only 40 minutes away.

The Chedi
Perched on a lush palmed hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea, this attractive resort slopes gently down to the white tranquil beach and waters below.

The hotel's 108 thatched spacious one and two-bedroom cottages are equipped with private verandahs, secluded sun-decks and hand-crafted teak floors with spacious sleeping areas leading into dressing areas.

Lomtalay Thai Restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine while you enjoy live performances of classical Thai music either indoors or outdoors with panoramic sea views. The Beach Restaurant offers fresh barbequed seafood while the Sunset Café and Sunset Bar serve delicious snacks, refreshments and cocktails.

The resort boasts a swimming pool, two tennis courts and a comprehensive range of watersports facilities, five golf courses are within 30 minutes drive of the hotel.

For those looking to be truly pampered, The Chedi's spa specialises in a full range of traditional Thai treatments using the best natural curatives and techniques.