Thailand Beyond the Expected

Leave the familiar version of Thailand behind on a journey from Bangkok’s kitchens and waterways to the mountains of the Golden Triangle and the quiet islands of the Andaman Sea.

Meet chefs, conservationists, and local families along the way while staying at exceptional properties that make each region worth slowing down for.

“When our flight was delayed, the Rate Travel Club team had already adjusted our transfer and dinner reservation before we landed, which took all the stress out of the first day.”

– Anonymous

Trip highlights

Every trip RTC builds is reflective of the traveler.

This means what you see is a starting point, and we can take any trip inspiration and custom build a new experience around you, your wants and your budget.

  • Explore Bangkok after dark with a private food expert, moving between family-run restaurants, markets, and kitchens that have perfected the same dishes for generations.
  • Cruise the city’s quieter canals aboard a private boat to visit communities, temples, and neighborhoods rarely seen from Bangkok’s main streets.
  • Travel north to the Golden Triangle and spend time alongside elephants through a conservation-focused experience centered on observation and responsible interaction.
  • Meet artisans and families in Northern Thailand with a private guide who can open doors to workshops and homes normally missed by visitors.
  • Finish on Koh Yao Noi with a private boat exploring limestone islands, hidden lagoons, and quiet beaches before returning to Six Senses for sunset.