The Ultimate Luxury Adventure in Thailand

One of Thailand’s major waterways, the Chao Phraya River brings life to the country’s central plains before emptying into the Gulf of Thailand just south of Bangkok. Step aboard a retro riverboat for a private Chao Phraya River cruise along this waterway. See striking Thai temples from the water, including Wat Nang Rachavora Viharn, and stop at fascinating museums and markets to learn more about life in this part of the city. A highlight is the Wat Nang Museum, where exhibitions explore traditional Thai medicine and historic farming tools.

Explore the labyrinthine network of khlongs on this Bangkok canal tour, lined with traditional teak houses and modern mansions. Wander through the busy markets of Thonburi and seek out traditional noodle shops or stalls serving refreshing coconut drinks. Then head beyond the city to rural rice paddies and fruit orchards.

Spend a day living like a local with a Thai family. You’ll learn the art of basket weaving – a practice that has remained unchanged for centuries – and getting hands-on in the kitchen as you cook northern Thai cuisine with fresh, local ingredients. Small cottage industries can be seen all over the neighbourhood, so don’t miss a stroll to see others at work.

Connect with Thailand’s natural habitats on a Chiang Rai hike with guides from the Lisu community. Explore woodland, grassy plains and rainforest, all while learning about Lisu life and customs from a community elder. End the hike in a towering bamboo forest, where serene ponds offer a quiet place for contemplation.

Chiang Rai is located in the lush green north of Thailand, near the borders with Myanmar and Laos. On this Golden Triangle Thailand tour, you will visit the point where the three countries meet, an area once known as the centre of opium production and trade. Today, it is home to the fascinating Hall of Opium museum, where you can learn about the industry’s past and its impact on the communities here. Nearby in Chiang Saen, you will also visit the Thai National Museum, where the Lanna Kingdom began some 1,400 years ago.

Enjoy luxurious exclusivity at the world’s first floating beach club. Lounge on the pool decks, relax on chic daybeds beneath the sun, or sample cocktails crafted by the mixologists at the bar. As evening draws in, the Andaman Sea becomes the setting for a spectacular sunset with the sky turning shades of pink, red, orange and yellow. From here, you will have one of the best seats on the water to take it all in.

With your private guide, set out on a Phuket Old Town tour through the island’s historic quarter. Chinese influences have shaped much of Phuket’s identity, and along the way you will see the island’s oldest Chinese shrine alongside Sino-Portuguese buildings that tell the story of its diverse past. Sample tropical fruits in a local market before rounding off the day with dinner and cocktails.

Board a private yacht in Phuket and set out to uncover some of the Andaman’s natural treasures. This Phuket island hopping yacht experience departs from Chalong Pier and can take you to spots such as Racha Yai, Coral Island, Maithon or Prom Thep. You can swim, snorkel, try handline fishing or simply stretch out on deck and take in the views. Lunch is a fresh-cooked Thai buffet served on board with dishes chosen from the menu, alongside seasonal fruit and drinks. Paddleboards, kayaks and even a Thai massage can also be arranged.