The Blue Jasmine 9 Days Luxury Train Journey

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Bangkok Arrival and Welcome Dinner
2 stops
1
Check in Montien Hotel Surawong or other same level hotel and relax at the hotel.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Jim Thompson House
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.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Bangkok → Ayutthaya → Uthai Thani
4 stops
3
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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
Ayutthaya Historical Park
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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
5
Enjoy lunch in a peaceful traditional Thai setting surrounded by lotus ponds, gardens and wooden architecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
6
Continue through Thailand’s central plains towards peaceful Uthai Thani. On arrival, check in at a restored heritage hotel before enjoying dinner.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Uthai Thani and Overnight Train to Chiang Mai
4 stops
7
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Chiang Mai and Lanna Heritage
4 stops
11
Chiang Mai
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Chiang Mai
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
14
Wat Sri Suphan
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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Mae Taeng Elephants and Chiang Mai Highlands
3 stops
15
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.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
16
Chiang Mai
Return to Chiang Mai for leisure time. Guests may relax at the hotel or explore nearby shops, cafés and local markets independently.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
17
Chiang Mai
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.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Chiang Mai to Si Satchanalai
5 stops
18
Chiang Mai
Travel south from Chiang Mai through Lamphun, Lampang, Phrae and Uttaradit. Enjoy views of forested mountains, valleys, railway bridges, rural communities and farmland.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
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.
19
Disembark from the train and continue by road through the countryside towards Si Satchanalai in Sukhothai Province.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
20
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
Visit an important temple in the ancient settlement of Chaliang. Its architecture combines Khmer-influenced features with later artistic styles from the Sukhothai Kingdom.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
21
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.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Si Satchanalai and Overnight Train to Bangkok
5 stops
22
Si Satchanalai Historical Park
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.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
23
Wat Chang Lom
The temple’s name means “Temple Surrounded by Elephants.” Its principal bell-shaped chedi stands above a base decorated with projecting elephant sculptures.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
24
One of the park’s most architecturally diverse complexes, containing more than 30 stupas influenced by Sukhothai, Sri Lankan and Khmer artistic traditions.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
25
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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
26
Return to the railway station and board The Blue Jasmine. Enjoy sunset drinks and dinner before travelling overnight towards Bangkok.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Bangkok River Cruise and Farewell Dinner
3 stops
27
Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy several hours of leisure for resting, shopping or independent exploration.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
28
Chao Phraya River
Cruise along Bangkok’s principal river, passing historic neighbourhoods, traditional waterfront communities and temple-lined riverbanks.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
29
Celebrate the conclusion of the journey at a private riverside residence composed of restored traditional Thai houses complemented by contemporary design.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 9
Bangkok Departure
1 stop
30
Bangkok
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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

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

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