BeautifulThailand15 days, ex BangkokNEWCode ITTSNBest ofThailand18 days, ex BangkokNEWCode ITTRWC / ITTBWC74South East Asia - ThailandI love this trip; itstarts with the Bridgeover the River Kwai,before heading northinto the mountains.The scenery up here isunbelievably beautifuland best experiencedby staying in hill-toptribal villages.Liddy says...''''Another classictrip of Thailand,combining both northand south. The lastweek of this tripswitches from east towest coast, dependingon the time of year,giving you the bestchance of avoiding themonsoon rains andgetting some qualitybeach time.Liddy says...''''Book now at imaginative-traveller.com or call 01728 885561ACCOMMODATIONHotel (6 nts), guesthouse (5 nts),overnight sleeper train (4 nts), hilltribe village (2 nts) MEALS2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 DinnersTRANSPORTTaxi, overnight sleeper train,songthaew (converted pick-up truck), bus, ferryGROUPSIZEMaximum 12NOTEDepartures from November to April stay in Ko Lanta and Krabi (tourcode ITTBWC). These departures are marked with an *. All other departuresstay in Ko Samui and Ko Tao (tour code ITTRWC).StartFinish201214 Jan-31 Jan*28 Jan-14 Feb* 04 Feb-21 Feb* 18 Feb-06 Mar* 03 Mar-20 Mar* 10 Mar-27 Mar* 24 Mar-10 Apr*07 Apr-24 Apr* 21 Apr-08 May*05 May-22 May 19 May-05 Jun 02 Jun-19 Jun 16 Jun-03 Jul 30 Jun-17 Jul 14 Jul-31 Jul 28 Jul-14 Aug 11 Aug-28 Aug 25 Aug-11 Sep 08 Sep-25 Sep 22 Sep-09 Oct 06 Oct-23 Oct 20 Oct-06 Nov 27 Apr-14 May 11 May-28 May 25 May-11 Jun 08 Jun-25 Jun 22 Jun-09 Jul 03 Nov-20 Nov* 17 Nov-04 Dec* 01 Dec-18 Dec* 15 Dec-01 Jan* 201312 Jan-29 Jan* 26 Jan-12 Feb* 09 Feb-26 Feb* 23 Feb-12 Mar* 09 Mar-26 Mar* 23 Mar-09 Apr* 06 Apr-23 Apr* 20 Apr -07 May*ACCOMMODATIONHotel (4 nts), guesthouse (4 nts), rafthouse (1 nt),overnight sleeper train (2 nts), homestay (1 nt), hilltribe village (2 nts) MEALS4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 DinnersTRANSPORTTaxi, bus, cycle rickshaw, songthaew (converted pick-up truck),overnight sleeper train, vanGROUPSIZEMaximum 12Departs every Sunday. Please see website for details.. Tour Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Trek through the rich jungle of Khao Sok. Experience hill tribe life on hikes through the northern villages. Chill out on idyllic tropical beachesTour highlightsITINERARY... Days 1-2 BangkokArrive in Bangkok. Take anovernight train to Chiang Mai. Day 3 Chiang MaiSharpen yourbargaining skills at the market, cycle into the countryside or climbthe dragon staircase to Doi Suthep. Days 4-6 Hilltribe TrekHikethrough fields to remote villages and spend several nights as a guestof local families. Day 7 Chiang MaiMake tracks back to ChiangMai before returning to Bangkok on the overnight train. Days 8-9BangkokDiscover more unique palaces and sacred temples.Days 10 -11 Khao Sok National ParkGet wild in the jungles ofKhao Sok. Roam beneath tree canopies, cool off in rock pools ortake a jungle hike.For trips May-Oct (Trip Code ITTRWC)...Days 12-13 Ko SamuiRelax on the velvety sands of Ko Samui. Sip fresh juice, feast onmouth-watering dishes and swim in blissfully warm waters.Days 14-17 Ko TaoStrap on some scuba or snorkel gear, or strollalong the beachfront.For trips Nov-Apr (Trip Code ITTBWC)...Days 12-13 Ko LantaSwap the sounds of the jungle for water lapping at the shores of KoLanta. Hire a kayak, snorkel or laze about under a palm treeenjoying beach culture at its best. Days 14-17 Ao Nang - KrabiExplore seemingly endless beaches in Krabi.Day 18 BangkokBoth itineraries arrive back in the city by train.ITINERARY... Day 1 BangkokArrive in Bangkok.Days 2-4 Kanchanaburi - River KwaiTake a longtail cruise downChao Phraya River. Travel to Kanchanaburi, home to the infamousBridge over the River Kwai. Visit the Jeath War Museum beforeswimming beneath a seven-tiered waterfall in Erawan National Park.There's even a chance to kayak back to Kanchanaburi, gliding underthe Death Railway Bridge. Day 5 AyuthayaAyuthaya is home tomany beautiful, intricately carved temples. Board a northboundovernight train. Days 6-7 Chiang MaiHit the streets of ChiangMai. Day 8 Doi Mae SalongHead through undulating greenvalleys lined with tea plantations to picturesque Doi Mae Salong.Go underground to explore a fascinating cave system.Day 9 HomestayVisit the Golden Triangle. Experience village lifeon an overnight stay and, in the evening, be treated to a Khantohkdinner and dance performance. Days 10-11 Hill tribe TrekHikethrough remote villages learning about Thailand's ethnically diversehill tribes. Day 12 Chiang RaiSpend time exploring the 'little sister'of Chiang Mai. Day 13 Chiang MaiTake an overnight train back toBangkok. Days 14-15 BangkokFree time in Bangkok.. Enjoy Bangkok andChiang Mai. Visit the Bridge over the River Kwai. Enjoy a homestay anda hill tribe trekTour highlightsBasicTravellerTour price from£810ppSee website for details£570ppFlight ex London from£570ppFlight ex London fromPlusTravellerTour price from£720ppSee website for details

ClassicThailand16 days, ex BangkokNEWCode ITTSBC / ITTZBC75South East Asia - ThailandThis trip gives youa great introduction tothe north of Thailand.It combines a bit ofhistory, culture andscenery and lots oftime to enjoyThailand's mouth-watering cuisine.Liddy says...''''This is the perfecttrip for non-trekkers.After soaking up somehistory in Bangkok andSukhothai you willexperience a homestaythat provides a realinsight into the way oflife in rural Thailand.The trip finishes withsome down-time onthe beach.Liddy says...''''For trip notes, availability and more, enter the trip code at imaginative-traveller.comACCOMMODATIONHotel (4 nts), guesthouse (8 nts),overnight sleeper train (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)MEALS1 Breakfast, 4 Lunches, 1 DinnerTRANSPORTTaxi, train, songthaew (converted pick-up truck),bus, ferry, boat, tuk-tukGROUPSIZEMaximum 12Departs every Sunday. Please see website for details.ACCOMMODATIONHotel (3 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), homestay (1 nt),overnight sleeper train (1 nt) MEALS1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 DinnerTRANSPORTTaxi, songthaew (converted pick-up truck),overnight sleeper train, bus, bicycle, trainGROUPSIZEMaximum 12Departs every Sunday and selected Fridays.Please see website for details.. Enjoy Bangkok, ChiangMai and Sukhothai. Visit the Lampang Elephant Conservation Centre. Overnight in a rural village with traditional Khantohk mealTour highlightsITINERARY... Day 1 BangkokArrive in Bangkok. Day 2 SukhothaiEnjoy the tranquillity of Thailand's original capital, set amid leafyforests, perfumed gardens and fertile rice paddies. A trip to thenight market is a real eye-opener, with a culinary smorgasbord thatranges from fried rice to fried bugs. Day 3 LampangStep back intime while exploring more fascinating temples by bicycle, stoppingoff at a local market and then sharing a picnic. Perhaps enjoy a stopat a therapeutic thermal hot spring. Day 4 HomestayStop by theelephant conservation centre before heading to a local villagewhere you will be treated to a traditional Khantohk dinner, livemusic and dancing. Days 5-7 Chiang MaiRise early to offer alms tothe resident monks before embarking on a scenic bike ride. Arrive inthe bustling northern capital - a place brimming with culture,adventure, relaxation and shopping, and situated at the crossroadsof one of South-East Asia's most important trade routes. Cyclebetween gilded temples, enjoy an interactive cooking lesson, take ariver tour aboard a bamboo raft or hone haggling skills at the NightBazaar. Day 8 BangkokAfter an overnight train back to the city,why not celebrate with a cold Singha beer?ExploreNorthern Thailand8 days, ex BangkokNEWCode ITTSKITINERARY... Day 1 BangkokArrive in Bangkok. Day 2 SukhothaiAdmire the ancient ruins of Sukhothai. Day 3 LampangCyclethrough the remains of Old Sukhothai then make tracks toLampang. Day 4 HomestayPay a visit to our long-time villagefriends in this remote part of Thailand. Be treated to a traditionalKhantohk dinner accompanied by live music and a performance bylocal school children. Days 5-7 Chiang MaiChoose from a range ofactivities including yoga or cycling. Head back to the capital on anovernight train. Days 8-9 BangkokRelax and enjoy an overnighttrain headed south.For trips May-Oct (Trip Code ITTSBC)...Days 10-11 Ko Pha-NganLap up the lifestyle of Ko Pha-Ngan - a true tropical islandparadise. Days 12-13 Ko TaoSnorkel on colourful reefs or join atour to one of Ko Tao's world renowned diving sites. Days 14-16 KoSamuiPristine beaches, waterfalls, jungle trails and nightlife await.For trips Nov-Apr (Trip Code ITTZBC)...Days 10-11 Ao Nang -KrabiIndulge in a Thai massage before taking a day tour to Ko PhiPhi for some snorkelling. Days 12-13 Ko Yao NoiDiscover sublimebeaches, dense jungle and mellow vibes. Days 14-16 PhuketMeetthe friendly, furry residents of Phuket's Gibbon RehabilitationProject. End a magnificent tour with a fruity cocktail on the beach.. Tour Bangkok and ancient Sukhothai. Meet cheeky gibbons . Overnight homestay. Enjoy the night marketof Chiang Mai. Chill out on idyllic tropical beachesTour highlightsKrabi / Koh Samui /Koh Phi Phi Extension Relax on southern Thailand's tropical beacheschoosing from either the exotic island delightsof Koh Samui or the stunning limestonescenery of Krabi and Koh Phi Phi Island,depending on the season. Pre-or post tour.PlusTravellerTour price from£930ppSee website for details£612ppFlight ex London from£570ppFlight ex London fromPlusTravellerTour price from£485ppSee website for details