THAILAND LANTERN FESTIVAL FROM BOGOTÁ

Departure on an international flight from Bogotá El Dorado International Airport to board Turkish Airlines flight TK 801, departing at 3:10 PM, with a technical stop in Panama before continuing on to Istanbul. Overnight onboard. It is recommended to arrive at the airline’s check-in counter at the airport at least 3 hours prior to departure for baggage check-in. Overnight onboard.

Welcome to Turkey, a destination rich in culture, history, and unique experiences, where the traditions of East and West come together. Upon your arrival on an international flight at Istanbul Airport (IST) at 5:10 PM, inaugurated in April 2019 and recognized as the largest airport in Europe and one of the most important in the world, you will need to complete immigration procedures and collect your luggage. Afterwards, please proceed to the meeting point located at Exit Gate 9. There, you will meet our drivers for your transfer to the hotel. Arrival and accommodation.

Note: If you are unable to locate our representatives at the meeting point, please contact our emergency number.

Full-day excursion PEARLS OF THE GOLDEN HORN AND BOSPHORUS (Lunch not included). Departure at approximately 8:00 AM (schedule to be confirmed by the guide). Visit the historic Jewish quarter of Balat, the Greek neighborhood of Fener, and admire the magnificent views of the Golden Horn. Continue to the Cathedral of St. George, the main patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church. Afterwards, visit the Suleiman the Magnificent Mosque, designed by the Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan and featuring the largest dome among all mosques in Istanbul. We then head to the Spice Bazaar, a charming place filled with color and aroma, renowned as the perfect spot to purchase teas, herbs, dried fruits, traditional sweets, and, of course, spices. The tour concludes with a boat ride along the Bosphorus, the strait that divides the city between Europe and Asia, where you will enjoy wonderful views of Ottoman fortresses, palaces, villas, and the bridges connecting both sides of this vibrant city. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Free morning to enjoy the city at your own pace. Hotel check-out is at 12:00 PM. (Passengers may leave their luggage in storage until it is time for the transfer to the airport.)

At the scheduled time, transfer to Istanbul Airport to board Turkish Airlines flight TK 64, departing at 7:45 PM for Bangkok. Overnight onboard.

Arrival at Bangkok Airport at 8:40 AM. Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Accommodation.

At the indicated time, depart for a city tour. Visit Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, home to a 46-meter-long Buddha statue. This is the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok, built by King Rama I, where devotees commonly offer flowers, fruit, and sweets as a sign of devotion. You will also visit Wat Traimit, the Temple of the Golden Buddha, whose origins date back to around 1238. Next, visit the Royal Palace and the Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Free day to enjoy the city at your own pace. Accommodation. Optional excursion available: “TRAIN MARKET, FLOATING MARKET AND BRIDGE OVER THE RIVER KWAI (lunch included)”. Departure by road. Stop en route to visit the famous train market, located along the railway tracks, where you can watch how vendors quickly dismantle their stalls within seconds to make way for the passing train, and then immediately set them up again once it has passed. Continue to the floating market. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat ride through its canals, where you can take in a beautiful traditional Thai landscape. We then continue to Kanchanaburi, where we revisit the history of the “Bridge over the River Kwai”, built by Allied prisoners of war during World War II. Lunch included (no beverages). Return to Bangkok.

The former Kingdom of Siam, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the visit, you will tour the temples of Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and Wat Mahathat. The journey continues toward Ang Thong, where you will visit a temple that houses the tallest Buddha statue in the world, standing 93 meters high. Lunch included (no beverages). Later, you will continue along the route to Kamphaeng Phet, which was once part of the expansion of the ancient capital. The trip proceeds to Sukhothai, also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you will visit the ruins of its temples. Accommodation in Sukhothai.

At the indicated time, departure to visit the archaeological ruins of Sukhothai Historical Park, the first capital of the Kingdom of Siam. This kingdom is considered the golden age of Thai civilization, and its religious art and architecture are recognized as the most classical styles in the country. At that time, the capital was protected by three concentric fortification walls and two moats, with access through four gates. Continue with a visit to the historic park of this ancient capital, exploring its most important temples. Afterwards, proceed toward Kwan Phayao (Payao Lake), where there will be a stop to rest and enjoy the views. The journey continues to Lampang, including a visit to Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, as well as a panoramic view of Kwan Phayao. Lunch included (no beverages). After lunch, the route continues to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, visit the Wat Rong Suea Ten, known as the Blue Temple. Finally, transfer to the hotel and accommodation.

Departure to visit the Golden Triangle, the region where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos converge, separated by the Mekong River, and which in the past was a major center of the opium trade. A visit to the Hall of Opium Museum will take place there. Afterwards, visit the Wat Rong Khun (White Temple). Lunch included (beverages not included). After lunch, the tour will continue to Chiang Mai, known as the “Rose of the North” and the main city of the region. Its origins date back to the 13th-century Lanna Kingdom, and its old town is surrounded by a moat and ancient walls. Upon arrival, there will be a visit to the handicrafts street, where it will be possible to observe silk workshops, hand-painted umbrella artisans, and a gemstone factory. Finally, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Chiang Mai.

Departure to visit the Doi Suthep Temple, a symbol of the city located at 1,053 meters above sea level and an important pilgrimage center. We then continue to the elephant sanctuary ECO VALLEY. This day will be dedicated to getting to know these incredible animals more closely, starting with a visit to the Elephant Cultural Museum. We will continue with the preparation of their food made from herbs and fruits, creating multivitamin balls, as well as bananas and sugarcane. We will also learn how to make paper using elephant dung. Finally, we will enjoy bathing the elephants under a waterfall. The day concludes with a visit to the Karen “long-neck” village. We will walk through the village and observe the homes where they live. Lunch included (no beverages). Return to the hotel.

In the evening, we will attend the enchanting Festival of Lights 2026. Upon arrival at the venue, we will enjoy local products and non-alcoholic beverages. We will then proceed to our assigned area to enjoy traditional dances and a religious ceremony. Later at night, the magical lantern release will begin, where we can participate by releasing lanterns into the sky. This act symbolizes letting go of negative memories and wishing for good fortune in the future. At the end of the festival, we will return to the hotel to rest. Overnight in Chiang Mai.

At the indicated time, transfer to Chiang Mai Airport to take a flight to Phuket, located in southern Thailand. Upon arrival, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Free day to enjoy the city at your own pace. Accommodation. Optional excursion available: “FULL-DAY PHI PHI ISLAND TOUR WITH LUNCH (no drinks)”. Departure by speedboat to the Phi Phi Islands. Upon arrival, visit Maya Bay, famous for being one of the filming locations of the movie “The Beach” starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Depending on the time of year, the visit may be from the outside only without access to the interior, as it is periodically closed to allow recovery of coral reefs and marine wildlife. We will pass by Viking Cave, known for being a site where swiftlet nests are harvested annually. Lunch included (no drinks). In the afternoon, stop at an island with free time to enjoy the beach (swimming, sunbathing, etc.). Return to the hotel.

Free day for personal activities or optional excursions. Accommodation.

At the indicated time, transfer to Phuket Airport to take a flight to Bangkok, and then connect with Turkish Airlines flight TK 69, departing at 11:15 PM bound for Istanbul. Overnight onboard.

Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 6:10 AM, followed by a connection to Turkish Airlines flight TK 800, departing at 8:00 AM bound for Bogotá. Arrival at 1:40 PM.