Thailand is a wondrous kingdom, featuring Buddhist temples, exotic wildlife, and spectacular islands. Along with a fascinating history and a unique culture that includes delectable Thai food and massage, Thailand features a modern capital city, and friendly people who epitomize Thailand’s “land of smiles” reputation.

Your Package Includes

• All of your accommodations and transportation within Thailand.
• Experienced tour-guides.
• A group of 10-20 people.
• 24 hour on-site staff and emergency assistance.
• An "everything you need to know" information package about safety, your locations, activities, what to bring, and more!
• Onsite guides to make sure that you are having a great time...all the time!
• Access to the famous “FULL MOON BEACH PARTY!” Roughly 15,000 travelers all partying on one beach!
• A FREE full day trek in the North!   Includes: riding elephants through the jungle, swimming in waterfalls, bamboo rafting down the river, meals, and some incredible sights! You also have the option to pet tigers!
• Guided tours to: hidden lagoons, temples, deserted beaches, shopping malls, night markets, and more!
• A ton of cool optional activities (not included in the price): huge day-trips on our private boats – cruising around from island to island, rock-climbing, day trips to near by islands and National Marine Parks, zip-lining through the jungle, snorkeling, scuba diving, lots of cheap shopping, beach parties, and more!!!

** Please Note: Time Spent in Certain Locations is Based On the Night at Which the Full Moon Party Occurs On.

2 Week Departures

• 1-2 Nights in Bangkok
• 1 Day Trip to Kanchanaburi
• 3-4 Nights in Koh Samui
• 5-6 Nights in Koh Phangan
• 1 Night in Bangkok
• +Day Trips
• +2 Overnight Trains
• +2 Days Travel Time

4 Week Departures

• 1-2 Nights in Bangkok
• 1 Day Trip to Kanchanaburi
• 4 Nights in Koh Samui
• 7 Nights in Koh Phangan
• 6-7 Nights in Railay
• 4 Nights in Koh Phi Phi
• 2 Nights in Bangkok
• +Day Trips
• +2 Overnight Trains
• +2 Days Travel Time

5 Week Departures

• 1-2 Nights in Bangkok
• 1 Day Trip to Kanchanaburi
• 4 Nights in Koh Samui
• 7 Nights in Koh Phangan
• 6-7 Nights in Railay
• 4 Nights in Koh Phi Phi
• 2 Nights in Bangkok
• 4-5 Nights in Chiang Mai
• 1 Nights in Bangkok
• +Day Trips
• +4 Overnight Trains
• +2 Days Travel Time

Geography

Covering an area of 514,000 square kilometres, Thailand lies in the heart of Southeast Asia, roughly equidistant between India and China. It shares borders with Myanmar, Lao P.D.R., Cambodia and Malaysia.

Climate

Thailand lies within the humid tropics and remains hot throughout the year. Average temperatures are about 29oC.

Average Maximum Temperature °C

 Jan   Feb    March    April    May     Jun     Jul       Aug
 26     27.6   29.2       30.1   34.0    32.9    32.3    32.1 °C

Currency: Baht
Conversion: Roughly 35-40 Baht for every Canadian Dollar.

Relative Costs

Meals
• Budget: CAD$1.5-4
• Mid-range: CAD$4-10
• Top-end: CAD$10 and upwards
• Motorbikes: $6-10/day
• Taxi/Boat Taxi: Cheap!
Tipping

Tipping is not customary in Thailand like it is in Canada. Bargaining is a common practice in almost every situation except for restaurants. Once you come on the trip you will be informed on different approaches to properly handle each situtation.

How much money should I bring?

The amount of extra spending money needed can vary from person to person. Generally we recommend budgeting for $20 per day, so around $550-$650 for the month; this should cover your meals and drinks during the trip. As for shopping… it can be cheap, depending on what you buy and how much you buy.

Here’s a look at some average costs you may run into during the trip:
(Approx 1 CAD=35-40 Baht)

Plate of Thai food, some rice and a soft drink at an average small restaurant
50B to 150B

Plate of western style food and a soft drink in tourist-orientated restaurant.
150B - 300B

Meal for 2 at a high quality Thai restaurant
400B to 700B

Macdonald's BigMac Meal - Small/Large
85B-100B

Grilled chicken and sticky rice from a street vendor
25-40B

Large (630ml) 'Singha' beer from a 7-11 store
60-70B

Small (330ml) 'Singha' beer in an average bar
60B-150B

1 litre of bottled water from a store
7B-15B

Low-end bottle of wine from a supermarket
550B

Small Chocolate Bar
30B

20 cigarettes (Western brand)
50-100B

20 cigarettes (Thai brand)
30-50B

Copied Western music CD from Khao San Road
100-150B

Copied software
100-150B

Fake watch
500B +

T-Shirts
150B-400B

Fake pair of Diesel Jeans
700-900B

General cinema ticket
150B

Entrance fee to some of the most popular nightclubs
(This usually entitles you to 1 or 2 'free' drinks)
500B to 800B

Haircut
150B-400B

Internet access, per hour.
30B to 240B