The Blue Jasmine 9 Days Luxury Train Journey

Day 1: Bangkok Arrival and Welcome Dinner

1. 8h · Admission ticket included
   Check in Montien Hotel Surawong or other same level hotel and relax at the hotel.
2. Jim Thompson House
   2h · Admission ticket included
   A collection of traditional Thai teak houses surrounded by tropical gardens. The museum introduces the life of Jim Thompson and his contribution to the revival of Thailand’s silk industry. Selected departures hold the welcome reception and dinner here.

Day 2: Bangkok → Ayutthaya → Uthai Thani

1. 45m · Admission ticket included
   Begin the rail journey at Bangkok’s historic railway station. Opened in 1916, the station is recognised for its arched façade, stained-glass windows and European-influenced architecture. Guests receive a ceremonial welcome before boarding The Blue Jasmine.
2. Ayutthaya Historical Park
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Explore the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam by traditional tuk-tuk. The UNESCO-listed historical area contains ancient temples, Buddha images, stupas and archaeological ruins dating from the 14th to the 18th centuries.
3. 1h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy lunch in a peaceful traditional Thai setting surrounded by lotus ponds, gardens and wooden architecture.
4. Uthai Thani City
   3h
   Continue through Thailand’s central plains towards peaceful Uthai Thani. On arrival, check in at a restored heritage hotel before enjoying dinner.

Day 3: Uthai Thani and Overnight Train to Chiang Mai

1. Uthai Thani City
   30m
   Uthai Thani Morning Market：A traditional local market selling fruit, vegetables, prepared food and regional products. Guests collect offerings before participating in the morning alms-giving ritual.
2. Uthai Thani Province
   30m
   Morning Alms-Giving Experience, Sakae Krang Riverside. Participate respectfully in a traditional Buddhist merit-making ritual by presenting food offerings to local monks, sometimes arriving by boat along the river.
3. Wat Tha Sung
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Also known as Wat Chantharam, this extensive Buddhist complex is home to the celebrated Crystal Temple and Golden Castle. Mirrored pillars illuminate the Crystal Hall, while the Golden Castle displays elaborate ornamentation and numerous Buddhist images.
4. Uthai Thani Province
   1h 30m
   Sakae Krang River>Cruise along the river aboard a traditional rice barge while enjoying lunch. The journey passes wooden riverside houses, floating communities, small gardens and scenes of everyday local life.

Day 4: Chiang Mai and Lanna Heritage

1. Chiang Mai
   30m
   Chiang Mai Railway Station, Arrive in Chiang Mai after breakfast aboard the train. Transfer to the hotel for early check-in and time to rest.
2. Chiang Mai
   1h
   Chiang Mai Old City, Explore the historic centre of the former Lanna Kingdom. The Old City is surrounded by a square moat and sections of its original walls and contains temples, markets and traditional neighbourhoods.
3. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Visit one of Northern Thailand’s most sacred temples. The mountain complex is known for its golden chedi, naga staircase, Lanna architecture and panoramic views over Chiang Mai.
4. Wat Sri Suphan
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Known as the Silver Temple, Wat Sri Suphan is decorated with detailed silver-coloured metalwork created by artisans from Chiang Mai’s traditional Wua Lai silversmith community.

Day 5: Mae Taeng Elephants and Chiang Mai Highlands

1. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Visit an elephant-care centre in the forested Mae Taeng countryside. Learn about elephant welfare, prepare food and observe the animals in a natural environment.
2. Chiang Mai
   2h
   Return to Chiang Mai for leisure time. Guests may relax at the hotel or explore nearby shops, cafés and local markets independently.
3. Chiang Mai
   3h
   Travel into the mountains for sunset views and a private classical music performance. Enjoy farm-to-table dishes while musicians and vocalists perform in a secluded natural setting.

Day 6: Chiang Mai to Si Satchanalai

1. Chiang Mai
   5h
   Travel south from Chiang Mai through Lamphun, Lampang, Phrae and Uttaradit. Enjoy views of forested mountains, valleys, railway bridges, rural communities and farmland.
2. Khun Tan Tunnel
   Pass by
   Pass through one of the best-known historic tunnels on Thailand’s Northern Railway Line. The tunnel cuts through the Khun Tan mountain range between Lamphun and Lampang.
3. 1h
   Disembark from the train and continue by road through the countryside towards Si Satchanalai in Sukhothai Province.
4. Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Visit an important temple in the ancient settlement of Chaliang. Its architecture combines Khmer-influenced features with later artistic styles from the Sukhothai Kingdom.
5. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy an open-air barbecue in the garden of a restored heritage residence beside the Yom River. Traditional Thai music and dance accompany the evening meal.

Day 7: Si Satchanalai and Overnight Train to Bangkok

1. Si Satchanalai Historical Park
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Explore the UNESCO-listed historical area by bicycle or shuttle vehicle. The park preserves temples, monasteries, city walls and archaeological remains from the Sukhothai Kingdom.
2. Wat Chang Lom
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The temple’s name means “Temple Surrounded by Elephants.” Its principal bell-shaped chedi stands above a base decorated with projecting elephant sculptures.
3. 30m · Admission ticket included
   One of the park’s most architecturally diverse complexes, containing more than 30 stupas influenced by Sukhothai, Sri Lankan and Khmer artistic traditions.
4. Chiang Mai celadon
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Learn about Sawankhalok and celadon ceramics, for which the region became internationally recognised between the 13th and 15th centuries. Guests participate in painting or decorating a ceramic bowl.
5. Si Satchanalai
   10h
   Return to the railway station and board The Blue Jasmine. Enjoy sunset drinks and dinner before travelling overnight towards Bangkok.

Day 8: Bangkok River Cruise and Farewell Dinner

1. Bangkok
   3h
   Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy several hours of leisure for resting, shopping or independent exploration.
2. The Chao Phraya River
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Cruise along Bangkok’s principal river, passing historic neighbourhoods, traditional waterfront communities and temple-lined riverbanks.
3. 2h · Admission ticket included
   Celebrate the conclusion of the journey at a private riverside residence composed of restored traditional Thai houses complemented by contemporary design.

Day 9: Bangkok Departure

1. Bangkok
   45m
   Bangkok Hotel to Airport Transfer
   After breakfast and hotel checkout, transfer to Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang International Airport according to the confirmed flight information.

Pickup details

Travelers should make their own way to Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok on Day 1 for check-in, the tour briefing and the welcome dinner. The exact meeting time will be provided in the final confirmation.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels