From Bangkok’s Wat Arun to a Khao Sok raft house and the islands of Ko Tao and Ko Samui, this east coast getaway blends snorkelling, lake touring and a community visit with free time on the beach.
  • Visit Wat Arun, Bangkok’s riverside Temple of Dawn.
  • Sail a longtail boat across Cheow Lan Lake’s turquoise waters.
  • Hike to waterfalls and viewpoints in Khao Sok National Park.
  • Search for hornbills and langurs in Khao Sok rainforest.
  • Snorkel Ko Tao’s reefs and hike to Nang Yuan viewpoint.
  • Visit Khum Sa-ke community project; walk birdwatching route and rice paddies.
  • Sail Ang Thong Marine Park’s limestone isles to Emerald Lake.
Accommodation on this trip is mostly twin-share, with occasional shared facilities, and may vary depending on availability. Stay in a Bangkok hotel, a traditional raft house on Cheow Lan Lake, resorts on Ko Tao and Ko Samui, and one night aboard an overnight sleeper train. Early check-in isn’t guaranteed.