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Thailand Experience with optional Vietnam and Cambodia pre-trip extension

Jan 4 - 24, 2027

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Debra Chiabai & Sue McGarvie

Playful Coconuts/ Over40GETAWAYS

TICO: 2569684

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debra@playfulcoconuts.com

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Overview


Step into Southeast Asia with a tribe of curious, fun-loving grown-ups on a Playful Coconuts adventure designed to awaken your senses and fill your camera roll fast. From the lantern-lit streets and buzzing night markets of Thailand to the floating villages of Cambodia and the vibrant backstreets of Vietnam, this isn’t just another tour — it’s a collection of unforgettable moments shared with incredible people. Think tuk tuk street food safaris in Bangkok, drifting through the Mekong Delta by wooden boat, sunset cocktails after a Vespa ride through Saigon, and standing in awe beneath the legendary temples of Angkor Wat.

But the real magic of a Playful Coconuts trip is how it feels. You’ll sip tea in the mountains of Chiang Rai, spend time with rescued elephants at an ethical sanctuary, sail by private catamaran to a tropical island, wander through floating markets, waterfalls, and jungle temples — all while building connections with people who travel the same way you do: open-hearted, adventurous, and ready for stories worth retelling. This is Southeast Asia with a playful twist: immersive, comfortable, culturally rich, and filled with those “I can’t believe this is real life” moments that turn strangers into lifelong friends.

Day 1 · Mon, Jan 4 · Ottawa


Optional: Flights to Thailand return with Vietnam and Cambodia pre-trip extension (prices not confirmed until booked)

YOW · Jan 4, 2027 at 9:10AM EST

YYZ · Jan 4, 2027 at 10:31AM EST

YYZ · Jan 4, 2027 at 12:40PM EST

NRT · Jan 5, 2027 at 4:30PM JST

NRT · Jan 5, 2027 at 7:10PM JST

SGN · Jan 6, 2027 at 12:15AM +07

SGN · Jan 24, 2027 at 7:50AM +07

NRT · Jan 24, 2027 at 3:10PM JST

NRT · Jan 24, 2027 at 6:45PM JST

YYZ · Jan 24, 2027 at 4:45PM EST

YYZ · Jan 24, 2027 at 8:10PM EST

YOW · Jan 24, 2027 at 9:18PM EST

Baggage conditions 1 carry-on bag available for a fee 1st checked bag available for a fee Bag fee info isn't available when booking with Flightnetwork, Gotogate, CheapOair or Mytrip Baggage conditions apply to your entire trip. Baggage fees may be...

Day 2 · Tue, Jan 5 · Ho Chi Minh City


Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) arrival and hotel transfer

Jan 5

You will: Be assisted through the priority immigration lane (CIP Service included) Have your passport copies and Vietnam E-Visas collected to process immigration and customs clearance Have your luggage collected for you All documents and luggage w...

Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel (3 nights)

Jan 5 - 8, 2027

Hotel: Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel Stay: 3 nights Meals on arrival day: No meals included

Optional: Single Supplement for single room -Vietnam/Cambodia pre-trip (added to base price)

Single Supplement for single room (added to base price) for January 5-11/27 Cambodia and Thailand

Day 3 · Wed, Jan 6 · Ho Chi Minh City


Cu Chi Underground City & Saigon highlights

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a full-day tour. Travel about 2 hours from Saigon to the Cu Chi area to visit the famous underground tunnel network: Learn how work on the tunnels began during the war again...

Evening street food expedition by vintage Vespa

Your evening includes: A stop at a popular local Banh Mi bakery Visit to a special local coffee shop with a fascinating history for a trip briefing Ride to a hidden rustic seafood restaurant to mingle with locals over a glass of beer and enjoy sea...

Day 4 · Thu, Jan 7 · Ho Chi Minh City


Mekong Delta exploration by wooden boat

Highlights include: Boarding a traditional wooden sampan for a tranquil cruise through shaded streams and peaceful backwaters Observing daily life along the waterways: families fishing from wooden skiffs, hammocks on stilted porches and small work...

Day 5 · Fri, Jan 8 · Siem Reap


Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport → Siem Reap flight

Jan 8 8:30AM +07

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After check-out, around 08:30 your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for the transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon (approx. 30 minutes) for your regional flight to Siem Reap.

Flight from SGN

SGN · Jan 8, 2027 at 12:00PM +07

SAI · Jan 8, 2027 at 1:15PM +07

Regional flight from Vietnam to Cambodia: Cabin: Economy class

Siem Reap arrival, local markets & Artisans d’Angkor

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, meet your guide and driver for a transfer to your hotel for a 3-night stay. In the afternoon, enjoy a gentle introduction to Siem Reap: Walk along the road in front of the King’s Residence to see the Main Shrine,...

Koulen Central Hotel (3 nights)

Jan 8 - 11, 2027

Hotel: Koulen Central Hotel Room type: Deluxe with Balcony Room Stay: 3 nights

Day 6 · Sat, Jan 9 · Siem Reap


Cooking class at Chreav Village

Your experience includes: Pick-up from the hotel and a visit to one of Siem Reap’s busiest local markets to buy supplies Transfer to Chreav Village, where you are welcomed with a cold drink and refreshing towel A visit to the vegetable garden, whe...

Boat excursion to Kampong Khleang Floating Village

During this visit you will: See towering stilted houses up to 10 meters above the water in the dry season, often called “bamboo skyscrapers” In the wet season, observe water levels rising almost to the buildings, making them appear to float Learn ...

Day 7 · Sun, Jan 10 · Siem Reap


Angkor Thom City, Ta Prohm & Angkor Wat

After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a full-day exploration of the Angkor temples. Morning: Angkor Thom City Visit the monumental last capital of the great Khmer Empire See the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King ...

Optional: Flights - Thailand only (no pre-trip) January 11 - 24 (prices not final until booked)

YOW · Jan 10, 2027 at 5:45PM EST

YVR · Jan 10, 2027 at 8:58PM PST

YVR · Jan 11, 2027 at 12:05AM PST

BKK · Jan 12, 2027 at 6:30AM +07

BKK · Jan 12, 2027 at 12:00PM +07

CNX · Jan 12, 2027 at 1:20PM +07

BKK · Jan 24, 2027 at 8:00AM +07

NRT · Jan 24, 2027 at 3:50PM JST

NRT · Jan 24, 2027 at 6:45PM JST

YYZ · Jan 24, 2027 at 4:45PM EST

YYZ · Jan 24, 2027 at 8:10PM EST

YOW · Jan 24, 2027 at 9:18PM EST

Baggage 1 free carry-on 1st checked bag free Baggage conditions apply to your entire trip. Air Canada bag policy, THAI bag policy Booking options Call Air Canada to book Airline Airlines may charge an additional fee for booking by phone Prices inc...

Day 8 · Mon, Jan 11 · Chiang Rai


Transfer from hotel in Siem Reap to Siem Reap Airport

Jan 11

After checking out of your hotel in Siem Reap, you will be met by your tour guide and transferred to Siem Reap Airport, where you will take your flight to your next destination. This marks the end of the optional pre-trip excursion to Vietnam & Ca...

Mae Fah Luang – Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Chiang Rai hotel transfer

Jan 11

Here you will: Meet our representative holding a sign with your name Be greeted by your local guide Transfer by private vehicle from the airport to your hotel in Chiang Rai

The Riverie by Katathani Chiang Rai (3 nights)

Jan 11, 2027

Hotel: The Riverie by Katathani Chiang Rai Room type: Deluxe Garden Room Stay: 3 nights

Optional: Single Supplement for single rooms - Thailand Trip Jan 11-24/27 (added to base price)

Single Supplement for single room (added to base price) for January

Day 9 · Tue, Jan 12 · Chiang Rai


Full-day Chiang Rai temples & Golden Triangle

Your day includes: Visit to Wat Rong Khun (White Temple), a dazzling all-white temple symbolizing purity and enlightenment Visit to Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple), known for its vivid blue interior and serene atmosphere Visit to Baan Dam Museum (...

Day 10 · Wed, Jan 13 · Chiang Rai


Full-day Doi Mae Salong, hilltribe villages & tea plantation

Begin the morning with a scenic drive to Doi Mae Salong, a picturesque mountain village once settled by the 93rd Division of the Chinese Nationalist Army (KMT) after the Chinese Civil War. Today it is a highland community blending Yunnanese tradit...

Day 11 · Thu, Jan 14 · Chiang Mai


Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai by road with Lalitta Café visit

Jan 14

En route: Make a relaxing stop at Lalitta Café, one of Chiang Rai’s most picturesque café destinations Enjoy the beautifully landscaped garden, cascading waterfall feature, lush greenery and serene ambiance Have a selection of drinks and light ref...

Movenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai (3 nights)

Jan 14, 2027

Hotel: Movenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai Room type: Deluxe Room Stay: 3 nights

Day 12 · Fri, Jan 15 · Chiang Mai


Full-day visit to Elephant Nature Park

Enjoy a full-day visit to Elephant Nature Park, a natural home and sanctuary for elephants, buffalos, dogs, cats, birds and other rescued animals. Chiang Mai's Elephant Nature Park has rescued more than 200 elephants from the tourism and logging i...

Day 13 · Sat, Jan 16 · Chiang Mai


Chiang Mai temples & local handicraft villages

Doi Suthep & Wat Prathat Doi Suthep: Travel about 15 km from Chiang Mai up Doi Suthep mountain to Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, a holy temple high in the hills Learn the legend of the monk Sumana, King Kuena and the Buddha relic carried by an elephant t...

Day 14 · Sun, Jan 17 · Bangkok


Transfer to Chiang Mai Airport

Jan 17

description: Check out of your hotel and transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your flight to Bangkok. Flight tickets are included; flight details are to be advised.

Flight from Chang Mai to Bangkok

Domestic flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. Route: Chiang Mai – Bangkok Cabin: Flight tickets included (details TBA)

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to hotel transfer

Jan 17

Arrive at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport from your domestic flight. After clearing Customs and collecting your baggage: Follow signs to exit door 1 (for domestic flights) Meet our representative holding a sign with your name Be met b...

Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park (2 nights)

Jan 17 - 19, 2027

Hotel: Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park