AYUTTHAYA
The ancient city of Ayutthaya (Phra Nakorn Si Ayutthaya) was the capital of Siam for 417 years, and remains one of Thailand’s major tourist attractions. Founded by King U-Thong, or Rnmathibodi I, in 1350, the city possesses many ancient ruins and art left behind when the Siamese were forced southwards after the Burmese sacked the city in 1767.

CHIANG MAI
Blessed with stunning natural beauty and a unique indigenous cultural identity, Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai the Great. It was the capital of the Lanna Thai Kingdom, which merges various city-states in the region. Chiang Mai today is the economic, communications culture and tourism center of Northern Thailand. This pre-eminent regional status has been obtained without losing the essence of its natural environment and culture. Additionally, many sites and locations, tourist can still witness the lifestyle of the ancient hill tribes. In particular, along the Bo Sang-San Kamphaeng Road, such handicraft-producing factories give visitors a glimpse of the traditional method still in use today.

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KACHANABURI
The mountainous province of Kanchanaburi, Thailand’s third largest, covers some 19,473 sq km, and borders Myanmar to the west of Bangkok. The compact provincial capital, some 130 km or a comfortable two-hour drive from Bangkok, is both the site of the world-famous “Bridge over River Kwai” immortalized in books and movies, as well as the gateway to a region of rugged natural beauty. The countryside beyond the provincial capital is characterized by mountains waterfall and fertile river valleys where a labyrinth of reservoirs provides further scenic elements to the province’s natural beauty.

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MEA HONG SON
Nestled in a deed valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges, Mae Hong Son has long been isolated from the outside world. Virtually covered with mist throughout the year, the name refers to the fact that the terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephant Mea Hong Son in one of the dream destination for visitors who are attracted by its cultural and natural wonders.

SUKHOTHAI
Founded in the 13th century, Sukho-Thai was the first truly independent Thai kingdom. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have been lovingly and meticulously restored in the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see for all travelers to the Kingdom. Sukhothai is located on the lower edge of the northern region, 427 km north of Bangkok or some 350 km south of Chiang Mai.

RATCHABURI
Ratchaburi, a glorious town of the Dvaravati period, is located on the bank of the Mekong River. The provincial area abounds in natural attractions and historical sites. It is located 80 km west of Bangkok and borders on Myanmar to the west having Tanaosi Range as a borderline. Ratchaburi occupies an area of 5,196 sq km and divided into nine districts.