6 day Selfdrive Chiang Mai – Sukhothai Loop

itinerary

Day 1              chiang mai—lampang (118 kms.)                       

08:00-08:30 Pick up car at hotel.

Leave Chiang Mai via a scenic shady road lined by huge trees to the ancient city of Lampoon.  Visit the outstanding Wat Phra That Haripoonchai and the nearby museum. Continue direction Lampang with stops at Thai Elephant Conservation Centre and at Thung Kwian Market.  Before discovering Lampang, it is worthwile to go first to Ko Kha to visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang.  Drive back to Lampang, the original centre of classical Lanna culture with many lovely tempels and other architectural artefacts.  Accommodation at lampang river lodge or similar hotel.

         

Day 2              lampang—sukhothai (223 kms.)

Breakfast

Drive through hilly woodlands to Wang Chin. Have a rest on the romantic bank of the Yom river. Continue to Sri Satchanalai District. The Sathorn Gold Textile Museum provides an interesting opportunity to appreciate the delicate artwork. The site of Sri Satchanalai has been converted into an historic park and lies on the west bank of the Yom river. Proceed via Sawankhalok to Sukhothai, the historical birthplace of the Thai Kingdom. Numerous tardily Khmer-inspired ruins are worth for a walk through this park.  Accommodation at pailyn sukhothai hotel or similar hotel.

 

Day 3              sukhothai—kamphaeng phet—mae sot (231 kms.)

Breakfast

Depart on a pleasant drive to Kamphaeng Phet, also called ‘the city of diamond walls’, situated at the Ping river. Same as Sri Satchanalai, Kamphaeng Phet too was an outpost of the former Kingdom of Sukhothai and comprises four outstanding temples.  Wat Phra Si Iriyabot is perhaps the most remarkable one.   Continue on the west bank of the Ping river direction to Tak.  Head westwards over mountainous highland to Mae Sot splendidly situated in the valley of the Moei river which marks the border to Myanmar.  Accommodation at centara mae sot hill resort or similar hotel.

 

Day 4                          mae sot (day at leisure)

Breakfast.

We suggest, however, to discover Mae Sot and its environment. Visit the daily morning market in the city of Mae Sot followed by a side trip to the border market.  Here you may purchase gems, semi-precious stones and other products from Myanmar.  A short drive takes you to the Wat Phra That Doi Hin

Kuew.  Climb up to the hill where a breathtaking landscape makes you feel the ‘Spirit of Myanmar’!  South of Mae Sot, you’ll find some lovely national parks for relaxation.  Accommodation at centara mae sot hill resort or similar hotel.

 

Day 5              mae sot—tak (156 kms.)

Breakfast. 

Leave Mae Sot along the Moei valley to Mae Ramat. Visit Wat Don Kaew, a unique Burmese-style temple which comprises some Buddha sculptures in marble.  Proceed eastwards on a narrow concrete road which leads over a most fascinating scenery along Meo, Lisu and Lahu villages.  The downward slope opens to the huge valley of the Ping river.  Just before Ban Tak stop to visit Wat Phra Boromthat.  From here it’s a fast drive to Tak, majestically situated at the eastbank of the Ping river.  Visit the local market and the Somdei Phrachao Taksin Maharaj Shrine.  Accommodation at viang tak riverside or similar hotel. 

 

Day 6              tak—chiang mai (275 kms.)

Breakfast. 

Leave Tak for Sam Ngao to visit Bhumiphol dam, the world’s eighth largest concrete arch dam.  Follow the highway north to reach Thoen, a peaceful and colorful place with several restaurants for lunch.  Continue the long and winding road uphill to Li.  Once past the lignite mine, the route becomes easy and via Hong it’s a fast drive back to Chiang Mai.  We suggest, however, to return via Chom Thong which is famous for its exquisite Lanna style temple: Wat Phra That Sri Chom Thong.  Return via Hang Dong to Chiang Mai and deliver your car to the BUDGET before 05:00 pm.

 Hotel address:

· Lampang River Lodge, 330 Moo 11 Chompoo, A. Muang, Lampang 52000. Tel.: (054) 226922, Fax: (054) 336640

· Pailyn Sukothai Hotel, Charoadvitheetong Road, Muang District, Sukothai 64000.  Tel. (055) 613310, Fax. (055) 613315

· Central Mae Sot Hill Hotel, 100 Asia Highway, Mae Sot, Tak 63110.  Tel. (055) 532601, Fax. (055) 532600

· Viang Tak Riverside Hotel, 236 Jompol Road, Muang District, Tak 63000.  Tel. (055) 512507, Fax. (055) 512687

package tour rate – us dollar (wx) 6-day selfdrive  chiang mai – sukhothai loop
vehicle type or (similar)				2	3	4	sgl.sup.
Toyota Vigo (CPMR)
Honda Jazz (ECAR)
Toyota Altis (CCAR)
Toyota Vigo Double Cab (FFAR)
Honda Civic (ICAR)
Toyota Innova (IVAR)
Toyota Camry (PCAR)
Toyota Fortuner (PFAR)

Validity: 01 November, 2012 – 31 March, 2013

Prices are nett per person in twin sharing basis

 

package tour rate – us dollar (wx) 6-day selfdrive  chiang mai – sukhothai loop
vehicle type or (similar)				2	3	4	sgl.sup.
Toyota Vigo (CPMR)
Honda Jazz (ECAR)
Toyota Altis (CCAR)
Toyota Vigo Double Cab (FFAR)
Honda Civic (ICAR)
Toyota Innova (IVAR)
Toyota Camry (PCAR)
Toyota Fortuner (PFAR)

Validity: 01 April, 2013 – 31 October, 2013

Prices are nett per person in twin sharing basis

 

tour conditions:

· Minimum driver age is 21 years.

· Customer must have a credit card for Baht 10,000.- to cover the security deposit.

· The return of a vehicle prior to the nominated date does not entitle the renter to any refund on the unused portion of the originally agreed rental cost.

· The surcharges for late return are applied as per table below and payable directly to BUDGET CAR RENTAL upon delivery.

Returned time after scheduled drop off	0-59 mins	1-1:59 hrs	2-2:59 hrs	3:00+ hrs
Portion of daily rate charge	Free	1/3 (one third) of normal published daily rate	2/3 (two third) of normal published daily rate	Full Day charge

 

· Model of cars are only example, Budget can guarantee only category not specific model.

there are the following surcharges:

Pailyn sukhothai

· Surcharge for Loy Krathong Festival on 26-28 November, 2012 = USD 20.00  nett per room per night.

· Compulsory dinner during 26-28 November, 2012 = USD 12.00 nett per person per day.

 Centara mae sot hill resort

· High season surcharge on 30 December, 2012 – 02 January, 2013 = USD 12.00 nett per room per night.

Included in the tour prices are:

· 6 days car rental (unlimited kilometers).

· Super Damage Waiver (Zero(0)-deductible for accident damage)

· Thief Protection

· Third party liability insurance.

· 2 Additional drivers surcharge.

· Government tax and airport surcharge.

· Free delivery and pick-up available within 30 kilometers of all locations (during office hours, 08:00-17:00 hrs.)

· Hotel accommodation in half-twin room with breakfast (single occupancy available at surcharge).

Not included in the tour prices are:

· Fuel used.

· Optional personal accident and effects insurance at Baht 150.- per day.

· Baby seats at Baht 200.- per day (maximum Baht 1,000.- per rental).

· Forth or more additional driver at 200 Baht/person/day.

·GPS Navigators are available at Baht 100/day for 1-4 days hire, Baht 500 for 5-9 days hire and Baht 1,000 for 10-30 days hire.

·All optional are excluded of VAT (7%)

 

remarks:

Toyota Vigo (CPMR)                      :        2 pax/2 door (Pick Up High Roof - Manual)

Honda Jazz (ECAR)                       :        4 pax/4 door (Economy - Auto)

Toyota Altis (CCAR)                      :        5 pax/4 door (Compact - Auto)

Toyota Vigo Double Cab (FFAR)      :        4 pax/4 door (Double Cab - 4WD Auto)

Honda Civic 1.8 (ICAR)                  :        5 pax/4 door (Intermediate - Auto)

Toyota Innova (IVAR)                            :        6 pax/5 door (MPV - Auto)

Toyota Camry (PCAR)                    :        5 pax/4 door (Prestige - Auto)

Toyota Fortuner (PFAR)                :        5 pax/5 door (SUV - 4WD Auto)

All vehicles are fitted with air conditioning and the manufacturer standard accessories.

· Minor program changes are sometimes necessary, depending on road conditions and room availability.

· Should VAT (currently 7%) or any other government taxes be introduced or raised within the contract period, we reserve the right to adjust our rates accordingly to reflect the change.

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