Thailand

Bangkok

Gilded temples and river mornings

Six nights in Thailand's capital, arranged the quiet way: a river-facing suite, temples before the crowds, private long-tail canals and a chef-led route through the city's best tables.

Duration: 6 nights
Best season: November – March
Indicative: From £3,900 per person

The Itinerary

Day by day

Day 1
Arrival on the river
Fast-track through Suvarnabhumi, private transfer, and a river-facing suite with dinner on the terrace.
Day 2
Temples before the heat
The Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun with a private guide, starting at opening.
Day 3
Canals by long-tail
A private boat through the Thonburi klongs, ending at a family kitchen for lunch.
Day 4
Markets and a masterclass
Morning market with a chef, then a private cooking class in a shophouse kitchen.
Day 5
Above the city
A spa afternoon, a tailor fitting if you wish, and a rooftop table at sunset.
Day 6
Onward
A late checkout, with connections to Phuket or Koh Samui arranged if you extend.