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MAKING MEMORIES
Embark on an enriching journey through Northern Vietnam. Discover Hanoi’s vibrant back streets and tantalize your taste buds with its diverse cuisine. Explore the breathtaking nature of Ninh Binh and Mai Chau, where lush valleys and majestic mountains captivate the senses. Indulge in a luxury cruise through the stunning Lan Ha Bay, surrounded by magnificent limestone karsts. Experience the best of Vietnam’s culture, scenery, and culinary delights on this unforgettable adventure.
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This is a sample Itinerary to inspire you. Remember, it can be completely customized. Simply tell us what would make your trip perfect and we’ll plan it with you – every step of the way!
- Express visa on arrival service for a seamless entry process.
- Private transfer to your hotel for a comfortable start to your trip.
Upon your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, you will be warmly greeted by our representative who will assist you through the visa section. We provide an express visa on arrival service to save you time and ensure a hassle-free experience. Once the visa formalities are complete, you will be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle, where you can settle in and take some time to relax after your journey. For the rest of the day, you have the freedom to explore the vibrant city of Hanoi at your own pace. You can wander through the charming streets of the Old Quarter, known for its bustling markets, narrow alleyways, and traditional architecture. Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting historical sites such as the Temple of Literature or the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. Indulge in the culinary delights of Hanoi by dining at one of our suggested restaurants, where you can savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine and delicacies. Alternatively, treat yourself to a relaxing massage to unwind and rejuvenate.
- Explore Hanoi highlights on a privately guided walking tour
- Experience Hanoi’s backstreets on a Minsk Motorcycle.
Begin your day with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where you can see his traditional stilt house and the revered One-Pillar Pagoda. Continue your cultural exploration at the Temple of Literature, a thousand-year-old site that was Vietnam’s first university. Take a leisurely stroll through Van Mieu Park, admiring the architectural beauty and the original steles that bear the names of the graduates.
From there, venture towards Sword Lake, passing by the famous coffee street of Hang Hanh and the Catholic Church. Delve into the peaceful alleys where you can observe the daily life of street vendors and motorbike taxi drivers. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as you meander through the bustling streets. Take a moment to savor a cup of coffee from one of the cozy local shops.
In the afternoon, embark on a unique adventure by hopping on a Soviet-era Minsk Motorcycle. Traverse the backstreets, uncovering hidden corners of Hanoi, and encountering the authentic essence of the city. Ride through narrow alleyways, witness the black market section, and interact with the locals. Explore the must-see highlights of the capital and pause at West Lake to savor local delicacies.
Conclude your day by crossing the iconic Long Bien Bridge, capturing memorable photos along the way. Throughout the tour, indulge in traditional Vietnamese dishes, from finger foods to the legendary egg coffee and other traditional beverages.
- Private transfer to Mai Chau via a scenic ruote
- Experience a warm welcome and enjoy a delicious lunch with a local family in a traditional stilt house.
Begin your day with a scenic journey from Hanoi to Mai Chau, immersing yourself in the picturesque countryside as you traverse charming little roads. Experience the gradual ascent along the winding path, surrounded by mesmerizing landscapes of mountains at a medium altitude. Upon reaching Mai Chau, you will be warmly welcomed with a delectable lunch prepared by a local family in a traditional stilt house. This intimate gathering offers a unique opportunity to engage in cultural exchange, share ideas, and gain deeper insights into the daily life of the locals. Afterward, transfer to your hotel, complete the check-in process, and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, indulging in the serenity and beauty of Mai Chau.
- Scenic hike from Cum village to Mai Hich.
- Lunch with a welcoming Thai ethnic family, gaining cultural insights.
- Jeep tour to witness the beauty of rice fields, terraces, and countryside.
Begin your day by setting off to Cum village, where your exhilarating hike to Mai Hich will commence. Traverse the heart of Northern Vietnam, immersing yourself in its captivating mountainous landscapes and verdant valleys adorned with picturesque rice fields. Upon reaching Mai Hich, indulge in a delicious lunch shared with a hospitable Thai ethnic family, offering you a unique glimpse into their daily life and traditions.
In the afternoon, continue your hike for an additional two hours, venturing through the enchanting valley of Mai Chau. Marvel at the wild beauty that surrounds you, from quaint villages featuring charming wooden stilt houses to expansive rice fields and serene corn fields. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the region, soaking up the peaceful atmosphere as you make your way back to your accommodation by late afternoon.
Later, embark on a thrilling Jeep tour that departs from Avana Retreat. Journey along the backroads, winding through areas of natural wonder and the local village. During this 1.5-hour tour, you’ll witness the breathtaking beauty of rice fields, terraces, and scenic countryside vistas. Cross small rivers and bridges while learning about the region’s culture and traditions, with ample opportunities to capture memorable photographs along the way.
- Scenic journey from Mai Chau to Ninh Binh
- Cycling trip through the picturesque countryside of Ninh Binh
- Boat ride through the enchanting caves of Tam Coc
- Captivating views of the aquatic landscape and towering rock formations
Depart from Mai Chau and embark on a scenic journey to Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take some time to refresh and relax. In the afternoon, get ready for an exciting adventure as you explore the Tam Coc area on a cycling trip. Pedal through the picturesque countryside, taking in the stunning natural scenery and vibrant rural life. Marvel at the beauty of Tam Coc, also known as “the three lagoons,” as you board a traditional sampan boat for a leisurely ride through its enchanting caves. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance and be captivated by the majestic rock formations that surround you. After the boat ride, return to your hotel and unwind.
- Private transfer to Halong Bay
- Embark on a 3 day luxury cruise through the stunning Lan Ha Bay
In the morning, you will be transferred from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay, arriving by noon. Halong Bay, a world-renowned destination, awaits you with its mesmerizing Lan Ha Bay. This part of Halong Bay is known for its captivating beauty, characterized by towering rock islets adorned with abundant vegetation that gracefully overlook the sparkling waters. As you embark on your luxury cruise through this picturesque bay, you’ll be immersed in a spectacular marine landscape. With over 1,900 islands and islets of rocky peaks, many of which are uninhabited and unvisited, Halong Bay has rightfully earned its prestigious UNESCO World Heritage status. On board the cruise, you’ll be treated to delectable meals featuring freshly caught seafood from the bay, savoring the flavors while surrounded by the stunning natural scenery.
- Engage in a rejuvenating Tai Chi session on the terrace deck at sunrise, followed by a delectable breakfast.
- Explore the lush Cat Ba National Park, a designated biosphere reserve, on a mindful walk through the tropical forest.
- Enjoy a personalized afternoon of adventure in Lan Ha Bay, with options to relax on a natural island beach, kayak through calm waters, or indulge in spa treatments onboard.
Begin your day with an early wake-up call and savor a delightful breakfast spread of coffee, tea, and pastries in the dining room. Join a serene Tai Chi session on the terrace deck, allowing the gentle movements to rejuvenate your mind and muscles while the sun bathes the water in its golden rays. Refuel with a satisfying breakfast from our diverse menu, offering both healthy and hearty options. As the ship sails towards Gai Luan Pier, indulge in the scenic beauty of the surrounding forest. A short bus ride will transport you to Cat Ba National Park, a verdant oasis teeming with rich biodiversity. Embark on a leisurely walk through this tropical paradise, immersing yourself in the lush, jungle-like forest. The park is renowned as a biosphere reserve, home to an impressive array of plant and animal species, including deer, macaques, and civets. Upon returning to the ship, a delectable lunch awaits. The luxury cruise resumes its journey northeast, meandering through the enchanting labyrinth of Lan Ha Bay’s rocky formations. Eventually, the ship anchors in a secluded spot, offering guests an afternoon of personalized exploration. Choose to unwind on a natural island beach, basking in the sun or swimming in the tranquil waters. Kayaks are available for those seeking to navigate the calm bay at their own pace. Refreshments and snacks await at the beach, ensuring you stay hydrated and energized. For those who prefer the comforts of the ship, indulge in spa treatments or make use of the steam bath and sauna facilities. Take advantage of this unhurried afternoon, creating cherished memories against the stunning backdrop of Lan Ha Bay. As the sun begins its descent, the ship sets sail towards its overnight mooring spot. Relish a sumptuous multi-course dinner in the inviting ambiance of the dining room. To enhance your sense of serenity, join a guided “Singing Bowl Meditation” session or simply unwind on your private balcony, allowing the tranquility of Lan Ha Bay to envelop you in its embrace. Appreciate this final evening as the ship gently glides through the waters, taking with you lasting memories of your remarkable journey.
- Private transfer to Hanoi Airport
Begin your day with an early wake-up to witness the enchanting sunrise casting a golden glow over the tranquil waters of Halong Bay. As the cruise gently sails around the bay, immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of the limestone karsts and emerald waters, creating a picture-perfect backdrop. Take in the breathtaking scenery and capture lasting memories of this natural wonder.
After a delightful morning cruise, it will be time to bid farewell to the magnificent Halong Bay. Disembark from the cruise at the end of the morning and embark on a journey back to Hanoi. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive as you reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your trip.
Arriving at Hanoi airport, you will make your way to the departure area for your onward flight. Take a moment to reminisce about the remarkable landscapes, cultural encounters, and vibrant experiences that Vietnam has bestowed upon you. Depart with cherished memories and a sense of fulfillment, knowing that your journey through this captivating country has come to a close.
MOMENTS THAT MATTER
- Private walking tour of Hanoi, sampling local food and coffee
- Adventure Minsk tour through the backstreets of Hanoi
- Explore the breathtaking nature and immerse in the culture of Mai Chau: hiking, visiting ethnic villages, dining with a local family, and jeep tour of the countryside
- Discover the stunning scenery of Ninh Binh
- Indulge in a luxury cruise through the magnificent Lan Ha Bay
PEOPLE LOVE EXPAT HOLIDAYS THAILAND
Wow, what a trip! What an adventure! We cannot say enough good things about Expat Holidays, Lenny and his team. From the very start of our travels, Vanda… read more was on hand, catering to our every need and staying one step ahead of us. We were greeted at airports, bustled through customs and baggage, driven by expert drivers to our beautiful accommodations and then met each day by knowledgeable and fun tour guides (Joe, P, Sugar, Piak, Pat, Patrick – all great) taking us to the top tourist spots as well as the little known, hidden gems that most non-locals would not know about. With Expat Holidays on the ground, we were able to enjoy our days, immersing ourselves in the culture, history, food, nature and beautiful sites of Thailand, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Chiang Mai and finally Phuket. We loved experiencing all the must-sees and at the same time, having local guides at each destination that could take us to more remote, lesser-known destinations, and fill us in on the local flavor, customs, current and recent history of the people, including government, religion, economic situation, traditions and even some of their family backgrounds. Very warm and personal, yet professional at the same time. Not to be missed were the various food tours and tastings in Bangkok, at the floating market south of Bangkok, and in Siem Reap. And learning about the local hill tribes and Lanna cultures (including cooking class), going to the highest point in Thailand, bathing the elephants, and kayaking around the caves in Phra Nang Bay. Did we mention the spectacular Wats everywhere? Wish we were still there, just anticipating our next day’s adventures, with Expat Holidays managing every detail in the background. Thank you Lenny, Vanda and the rest of the team and your on-the-ground guides for an absolutely perfect vacation!
April 20, 2023
MUST DO ACTIVITY!!!!!!!!!!! – Lenny and the team at Expat Holidays planned us a literal dream come true vacation. We chose to use them for our honeymoon and we cannot recommend them enough! From… read more the start, Lenny was incredibly attentive and made planning this trip so easy and fun. He was always there to answer or discuss any questions or requests we had and went back and forth with us in a very timely manner to help create the trip we envisioned. We went on this tour while in Bangkok and were lucky enough to have Tong as our tour guide. We absolutely loved our time with Tong! He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and made the day with him so much fun! He was very patient with us and helped us take lots of pictures. He talked with us about the culture in Thailand and answered our many questions and he truly made the day such a blast. We can not recommend Expat Holidays, this tour, and Tong enough!!! This is a must do if you are going to Thailand!
April 13, 2023
Wonderful, well planned vacation – I worked with Lenny at Expat Holidays Thailand for about a year before traveling to Thailand. Four adults and three kids <10years (5, 8 & 8) traveled to Bangkok, Cheow… read more Lan Lake, Koh Samui and Krabi over 2.5 weeks. Lenny was extremely easy to work with, very communicative and planned a magical experience for kids and adults. Lenny & team arranged all the transportation inside the country (from internal flights to ferries to multi-passenger cars) as well as all the tour guides and activities. He uses an app to organize all the information into one place and the team updates you with texts though-out the trip to help keep things on schedule. Those details made a world of difference in our enjoyment of the holiday, reduced our stress and allowed us to see several areas.
The team Lenny works with is top notch. The other family we traveled with had their luggage lost/delayed upon arrival to Thailand. Vanda at Expat worked closely with the airline and went to the airport at 1am to try and sort things out which helped us get the luggage a couple days later. Her dedication was phenomenal as was her communication during the whole holiday. Ma Lee was our Bangkok tour guide and was amazing with our children. So amazing that they talked about her the entire trip asking if she could join us in every location. Lenny arranged excellent tours throughout the trip including our food tour in Bangkok. His knowledge of reliable and knowledgable guides took a lot of work out of the planning process for us and made things easy.
Highlights of the trip were the elephant experiences, Rayvadee resort in Krabi, the Jungle House resort and Panvaree resort. All recommended by Lenny and the team. This was the trip of a lifetime and we would do it again with Expat.
March 21, 2023
The perfect honeymoon – We can’t say enough great things about our Thailand trip planned by Expat Holiday, Lenny & the rest of the team.
From the start we worked with Lenny to… read more plan our honeymoon. He was very professional & helpful when planning our vacation. He helped make adjustments to the itinerary as many times as we needed, to make sure we were satisfied with our trip & staying within our budget.
We started our trip in Bangkok, then Krabi & ended in Phuket. The itinerary was setup perfectly. For example, Bangkok started with a city tour/transportation tour so we were able to learn the city & learn how to get around. Then we were comfortable using public transport the rest of our time there. Our tour guide Luck was amazing, she really made our day fun & was so sweet. She took plenty of pictures of us too! We also did a good tour in Bangkok & had the best experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
Our time in the islands was very relaxing. We went to an elephant sanctuary and a boat tour to Phi Phi. Both of those experiences were unforgettable. We really enjoyed both tours & the people who led them. Our Phi Phi island tour even made a special announcement about our honeymoon & ended the day with a sangria toast for us. They definitely made as feel special.
The best part about working with Expat is not having to worry about anything. Vandra was our point of contact during the trip & she checked in with us, sent us suggestions, communicated very promptly if I needed to get ahold of her. She even checked us in for flights & had the hotel deliver our tickets to our room. All of our transportation was booked by Exapt too, we were very impressed with all of our transfers. Everyone was prompt & nice comfortable cars/vans. It was so nice not to have to think of those little details. Lenny also had great suggestions on food/entertainment & other tips/tricks for our location we were in.
Can’t thank them enough for planning our perfect honeymoon.
March 17, 2023
Best Travel Experience I Have Ever Had – This review really won’t do Lenny and the team justice, because there are no words that could explain the amount of ease, fun, relaxation and peace of mind this trip… read more afforded. Me and my best friend took a 10 trip completely customized by the team which really afforded us an incredible, unforgettable experience. ALLL the tour guides were absolutely AMAZING! Super excited to teach us, take pictures and really create a memorable experience. I am not a good swimmer but in the Phi Phi Island, one of the tour guides held my hand as we snorkeled to make sure I was able to enjoy it. The food tour in Bangkok was amazing and were able to try whatever we wanted! This also included us going to ChinaTown and the flower market. I have NO words about the accommodations — Breathtaking! The villa in Krabi and the resort in Phuket were some of the nicest places I have ever been – and I travel alot.
The trip was just so easy and planned so perfect. They knew when our flight was delayed and we never had to wait for transportation or anything. The private car on the ride from Krabi to Phuket was so comfortable and accommodating you didnt even feel like you were on a 3 hour ride. Lenny will be planning any Asia trip I take from here on out. Big thanks to you and the team!!!
March 16, 2023
Amazing Southeast Asia trip – Our 24 day Southest Asia trip was fantastic. Lenny and his Expat Holidays Thailand team planned our trip and it went off like clockwork. As two couples traveling together, we… read more were looking for flexibility with unique experiences and Lenny and his team did not disappoint. We visited multiple cities in Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand by land, air and water. The coordination of our travel was perfect. We were met “on time” by our many guides and drivers. They were always respectful, knowledgeable and flexible even when we made a slight change to our itinerary. Every hotel Lenny selected was not only perfect but were well located and each provided a bountiful and delicious breakfast. Our many experiences included food tours by vespas, tuk-tuk’s and cyclo’s, walking tours, visits to temples, local farms, an elephant sanctuary, unique cooking experiences with local families and boat rides all over SE Asia. We couldn’t have had a more perfect trip and the best part was Lenny built our itinerary specifically for us. We give Lenny and his team 5 stars and look forward to working with Expat Holiday Thailand again.
February 21, 2023
In the preliminary stages of planning a trip to Thailand as a graduation gift for my son and I, I read a review that said something like, "If you are… read more thinking of going to Thailand, just call Lenny. He will take care of you." That is exactly what I did, and now I pass along the same advice to all travelers – just call Lenny at his company, Expat Holidays. Everything about Expat Holidays is professional and Lenny, together with his staff, travel guides and drivers are special people who will ensure that you have an amazing and stress free trip. I was impressed from the very beginning, when we worked with Lenny to plan our itinerary, and then throughout our travels to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok, and Koh Samui. We were greeted at each destination by a representative, and Vanda made certain that all of our transfers were seamless. We quickly felt bonded to our tour guides in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Malee and Patric, and it was sad to say goodbye to them. They were so open in helping us to understand Thai culture! Spending time with elephants was probably the highlight of our trip, but we did so many other fun and interesting things – toured the Royal Palace, visited the floating market we had seen on TV, took a fabulous cooking class, climbed a mountain. visited temples, stayed in a tree house and at a floating resort, went snorkeling and kayaking in a marine national park, and went ATV riding in hill country. My son and I agreed we had the perfect itinerary for our 2+ weeks trip. We left Thailand feeling as if we had truly experienced the country.
February 19, 2023
An excellent guide for a personalised tour – Having Ms Luck as our personal guide to visit our selected sights made it a very special and memorable day. We learned so much about the places form the… read more very knowledgeable Ms Luck, and thoroughly enjoyed her friendly company during the day. She was also great in helping us choose the best spots for photos, and chose an excellent restaurant for our lunch together. We recommend this personalised tour as a great way to discover more about one’s selected Bangkok sights in a relaxed manner and at one’s preferred pace.
February 18, 2023
Trip of a Lifetime – As a former international adventure guide, I feel uniquely qualified to share my experience as a client of Expat Holidays Thailand.
My wife and I contacted Lenny of Expat… read more Holidays to seek advice on planning our bucket list trip to Thailand. He met virtually several times with Lenny for him to understand our desired expectations and outcomes better. He then proposed several itineraries that fit our needs and budget. We used his extensive knowledge and creative ideas to sculpt our 12-day trip of a lifetime that included Bangkok, the Kanchanaburi region, and Chaing Mai.
At each area of the trip, we had our own, personal, door-to-door local guide that was a wealth of knowledge and very sensitive to our interests and facilitated a day that was very flexible. Each of our guides quickly became our dear friend and it was difficult to say goodbye to. These guides were available with plenty of advice on local happenings and suggestions for restaurants, special markets, and “must-see” things that only locals know about and off the normal tourist paths. Not only did our local guides take such good care of us, but also the office staff checked in with us each day via text or FaceTime.
Working with Expats Holidays was a wonderful experience from our first contact. In fact, we have added to our bucket list another Southeast Asia destination, and of course we will be using ExPats. Lenny and his crew are first rate and have our highest possible recommendation.
February 13, 2023
- Eliana V
THE PERFECT THAILAND ITINERARY – Lengthy review coming…Where do I even begin?!
First off, I must say my husband planned this trip to Thailand as a graduation gift. We have NEVER used a travel… read more agency before as we always just researched things ourselves and liked the freedom and liberty to do things how/when we wanted. If you are anything like us, DO NOT HESITATE and book with Expat Holidays Thailand. Your itinerary is completely customizable. Lenny worked closely with my husband to create the perfect 18 day itinerary. Lets be honest, I would have used this agency simply based on the fast track immigration feature alone, lol!
We traveled from Philadelphia. When we arrived to Bangkok we were greeted at the gate with a sign with our name on it and directed to fast track immigration and baggage claim. We were then directed to our private vehicle and transported to our hotel. Avani Riverside: Great location with one of kind views from the rooftop lounge!
Our first tour was the following day. We had opted for the private Floating Market Tour. Our tour guide was Keke, and my goodness was she amazing. She tailored the tour to our liking and confirmed our likes/dislikes. We wanted to try everything! And we did just that! We thoroughly enjoyed that the market consisted primary of locals rather than tourists. By the time we were done eating our way through the floating markets, our bellies were full! Keep in mind we did not have to worry about payment for goods as Keke took care of all of that. Talk about convenient.
Our next day we flew to Chang Mai. Keep in mind that Lenny/Vanda made sure that all domestic flight boarding passes were provided at the hotels reception desk prior to check out. Again… CONVENIENT. We arrived to Chang Mai and a private driver drove us to Chai Laid Elephant Sanctuary. THIS IS A MUST! 100% of the proceeds go towards the elephants! Keep in mind the temperatures here at night were in the 50’s (F). We had some of the best food in all of Thailand here at the Elephant Sanctuary. I can go on and on about how amazing the Elephant Sanctuary was but my words will not do it justice. If you have the time I would recommend booking their private photographer for morning breakfast with the elephants. Definitely a once in lifetime opportunity which would make for great photos.
The following day we drove back to Old Chang Mai. We stayed at Askara Heritage. The grounds are the definition of "Zen", beautiful room, and great cocktails. At night we explored the night markets and even caught a Muay Thai fight. In 2 days we were off to Krabi. Again boarding tickets were ready for us upon check out.
Once we arrived in Krabi, again a private driver was waiting for us to take us to our hotel, Tubkaak. This boutique resort was BREATHTAKING! The views of all the islands was one for the books. Not to mention the way they decorate the resort in the evening with all lights is magnificent. My husband will say that the best part of this hotel was the fact that he could feed the Koi fish every morning. The breakfast buffet here was also amazing. This resort was about 10 mins drive to local restaurants, and 25 mins to Krabi Town which the hotel provided a shuttle to and fro. In Krabi we opted for a private long tail boat. Our tour guide was Bella. Once again , also amazing (please see separate review). Highly recommend private tour as we personally saw tons and tons of long tail boats with people crammed like sardines. Also highly recommend night time snorkel to view the iridescent plankton.
Few days of free leisure, in which we opted for a hike at Khao Ngon Nak.
From Krabi we took a 3 hour drive to Phuket via private vehicle. I have a small bladder and the driver was kind enough to stop not once but twice for me to use the restroom! We arrived at our hotel, THE SHORE AT KATATHANI. AMAZING! The suite we reserved had us feeling like celebrities. HIGHLY recommend the plunge pool and floating breakfast! After we soaked up some sun and the glitz our room offered we had a private speed tour boat to the Phi Phi Islands. AGAIN absolutely amazing. (please see separate review). Our tour guide was Chris and he tailored the tour to everything we wanted, monkeys, fish, and plenty of pictures. I can’t praise them enough for the crew’s impeccable service,
That concludes our trip!
Lenny/Vanda put together the most in depth/perfect itinerary custom to us, which we wanted several "free, leisure days". All drivers/transports were on smooth and on time. All payment to parks, islands, markets were all taken care of by the tour guides, which made our experience more enjoyable. All the leg work was done. We didn’t have to lift a finger, literally. Prior to our trip we were a bit anxious, and Lenny said "we do all the thinking, you just show up" and that statement could not have been more accurate. My husband and I just "showed up". We wanted a private photographer for our floating breakfasts, we contacted Vanda and she made a call. We wanted Sak Yant tattoos, we contacted Lenny/Vanda, and they made a call! They were literally at our fingertips and easily accessible. Prior to our trip they provided an in depth itinerary and offered suggestions and recommendations, which was greatly appreciated. Everything went so smoothly and exceeded our every expectation. If you’re on the fence about booking Expat, do YOURSELF a favor and BOOK THEM! They set the bar so high, we may never want to plan a trip ourselves again. I cannot thank Lenny/Vanda and the rest of the crew mentioned above, enough. They will forever have our business and future referrals. Thank you for giving us the most unique Thailand experience. It will be one we will forever cherish.
January 30, 2023K2238VTkimfIn the preliminary stages of planning a trip to Thailand as a graduation gift for my son and I, I read a review that said something like, "If you are… read more thinking of going to Thailand, just call Lenny. He will take care of you." That is exactly what I did, and now I pass along the same advice to all travelers – just call Lenny at his company, Expat Holidays. Everything about Expat Holidays is professional and Lenny, together with his staff, travel guides and drivers are special people who will ensure that you have an amazing and stress free trip. I was impressed from the very beginning, when we worked with Lenny to plan our itinerary, and then throughout our travels to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok, and Koh Samui. We were greeted at each destination by a representative, and Vanda made certain that all of our transfers were seamless. We quickly felt bonded to our tour guides in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Malee and Patric, and it was sad to say goodbye to them. They were so open in helping us to understand Thai culture! Spending time with elephants was probably the highlight of our trip, but we did so many other fun and interesting things – toured the Royal Palace, visited the floating market we had seen on TV, took a fabulous cooking class, climbed a mountain. visited temples, stayed in a tree house and at a floating resort, went snorkeling and kayaking in a marine national park, and went ATV riding in hill country. My son and I agreed we had the perfect itinerary for our 2+ weeks trip. We left Thailand feeling as if we had truly experienced the country.
February 19, 2023 - Tommy T
Trip of a Lifetime – As a former international adventure guide, I feel uniquely qualified to share my experience as a client of Expat Holidays Thailand.
My wife and I contacted Lenny of Expat… read more Holidays to seek advice on planning our bucket list trip to Thailand. He met virtually several times with Lenny for him to understand our desired expectations and outcomes better. He then proposed several itineraries that fit our needs and budget. We used his extensive knowledge and creative ideas to sculpt our 12-day trip of a lifetime that included Bangkok, the Kanchanaburi region, and Chaing Mai.
At each area of the trip, we had our own, personal, door-to-door local guide that was a wealth of knowledge and very sensitive to our interests and facilitated a day that was very flexible. Each of our guides quickly became our dear friend and it was difficult to say goodbye to. These guides were available with plenty of advice on local happenings and suggestions for restaurants, special markets, and “must-see” things that only locals know about and off the normal tourist paths. Not only did our local guides take such good care of us, but also the office staff checked in with us each day via text or FaceTime.
Working with Expats Holidays was a wonderful experience from our first contact. In fact, we have added to our bucket list another Southeast Asia destination, and of course we will be using ExPats. Lenny and his crew are first rate and have our highest possible recommendation.
February 13, 2023Susan VWow, what a trip! What an adventure! We cannot say enough good things about Expat Holidays, Lenny and his team. From the very start of our travels, Vanda… read more was on hand, catering to our every need and staying one step ahead of us. We were greeted at airports, bustled through customs and baggage, driven by expert drivers to our beautiful accommodations and then met each day by knowledgeable and fun tour guides (Joe, P, Sugar, Piak, Pat, Patrick – all great) taking us to the top tourist spots as well as the little known, hidden gems that most non-locals would not know about. With Expat Holidays on the ground, we were able to enjoy our days, immersing ourselves in the culture, history, food, nature and beautiful sites of Thailand, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Chiang Mai and finally Phuket. We loved experiencing all the must-sees and at the same time, having local guides at each destination that could take us to more remote, lesser-known destinations, and fill us in on the local flavor, customs, current and recent history of the people, including government, religion, economic situation, traditions and even some of their family backgrounds. Very warm and personal, yet professional at the same time. Not to be missed were the various food tours and tastings in Bangkok, at the floating market south of Bangkok, and in Siem Reap. And learning about the local hill tribes and Lanna cultures (including cooking class), going to the highest point in Thailand, bathing the elephants, and kayaking around the caves in Phra Nang Bay. Did we mention the spectacular Wats everywhere? Wish we were still there, just anticipating our next day’s adventures, with Expat Holidays managing every detail in the background. Thank you Lenny, Vanda and the rest of the team and your on-the-ground guides for an absolutely perfect vacation!
April 20, 2023 - SherryW1133
INCREDIBLE & AMAZING – The expat team was amazing!!! The trip that was put together for us words can’t describe, from the time we got off the plane and being met by a guide,… read more right through to our departure. Brandon and Vanda went above and beyond to make this trip amazing and unforgettable. Hotels are outstanding side trips amazing. tour guides and drivers very professional kind and courteous
Already thinking about next years trip
Thanks again Brandon. Vanda and Lenny❤️❤️❤️
January 27, 2023shessobluntBest Travel Experience I Have Ever Had – This review really won’t do Lenny and the team justice, because there are no words that could explain the amount of ease, fun, relaxation and peace of mind this trip… read more afforded. Me and my best friend took a 10 trip completely customized by the team which really afforded us an incredible, unforgettable experience. ALLL the tour guides were absolutely AMAZING! Super excited to teach us, take pictures and really create a memorable experience. I am not a good swimmer but in the Phi Phi Island, one of the tour guides held my hand as we snorkeled to make sure I was able to enjoy it. The food tour in Bangkok was amazing and were able to try whatever we wanted! This also included us going to ChinaTown and the flower market. I have NO words about the accommodations — Breathtaking! The villa in Krabi and the resort in Phuket were some of the nicest places I have ever been – and I travel alot.
The trip was just so easy and planned so perfect. They knew when our flight was delayed and we never had to wait for transportation or anything. The private car on the ride from Krabi to Phuket was so comfortable and accommodating you didnt even feel like you were on a 3 hour ride. Lenny will be planning any Asia trip I take from here on out. Big thanks to you and the team!!!
March 16, 2023 - 715diannek
Thailand Honeymoon – Expat Holiday had planned our honeymoon in Thailand. We travelled to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. We had explore the country for 12 days and 11 nights
Words… read more cannot describe how professional, informative and fantastic Lenny and his team were. My husband and I cannot fault our honeymoon at all, we had the best time of our lives with celebrating becoming newlyweds.
We got to experience Bangkok beautiful landmarks and enjoy all the street food it could offer. We travelled to the mountain side in Chiang Mai and got to have one and one time with elephants, tigers and travel on the river. Then we travelled to the tropical side in Phuket and got to embrace all the island it had to offer. We had private tour guides throughout our trip which made the experience so much more personal and fun. All tour guides were fun and super easy to get along with.
The team had organised everything so perfectly with tours that suited our personality, domestic flights, accommodation with that honeymoon touch and all transport and transfers. We did not stress one bit during our holiday because Expat Holiday had planned and organised everything for us.
We highly recommend booking any holidays with Expat holiday as they were awesome !
Thank you Lenny and the team, we hope to book with you soon.
February 5, 2023N9663TYmichaelmAmazing Southeast Asia trip – Our 24 day Southest Asia trip was fantastic. Lenny and his Expat Holidays Thailand team planned our trip and it went off like clockwork. As two couples traveling together, we… read more were looking for flexibility with unique experiences and Lenny and his team did not disappoint. We visited multiple cities in Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand by land, air and water. The coordination of our travel was perfect. We were met “on time” by our many guides and drivers. They were always respectful, knowledgeable and flexible even when we made a slight change to our itinerary. Every hotel Lenny selected was not only perfect but were well located and each provided a bountiful and delicious breakfast. Our many experiences included food tours by vespas, tuk-tuk’s and cyclo’s, walking tours, visits to temples, local farms, an elephant sanctuary, unique cooking experiences with local families and boat rides all over SE Asia. We couldn’t have had a more perfect trip and the best part was Lenny built our itinerary specifically for us. We give Lenny and his team 5 stars and look forward to working with Expat Holiday Thailand again.
February 21, 2023 - JohnF47
An excellent guide for a personalised tour – Having Ms Luck as our personal guide to visit our selected sights made it a very special and memorable day. We learned so much about the places form the… read more very knowledgeable Ms Luck, and thoroughly enjoyed her friendly company during the day. She was also great in helping us choose the best spots for photos, and chose an excellent restaurant for our lunch together. We recommend this personalised tour as a great way to discover more about one’s selected Bangkok sights in a relaxed manner and at one’s preferred pace.
February 18, 2023Ashley LMUST DO ACTIVITY!!!!!!!!!!! – Lenny and the team at Expat Holidays planned us a literal dream come true vacation. We chose to use them for our honeymoon and we cannot recommend them enough! From… read more the start, Lenny was incredibly attentive and made planning this trip so easy and fun. He was always there to answer or discuss any questions or requests we had and went back and forth with us in a very timely manner to help create the trip we envisioned. We went on this tour while in Bangkok and were lucky enough to have Tong as our tour guide. We absolutely loved our time with Tong! He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and made the day with him so much fun! He was very patient with us and helped us take lots of pictures. He talked with us about the culture in Thailand and answered our many questions and he truly made the day such a blast. We can not recommend Expat Holidays, this tour, and Tong enough!!! This is a must do if you are going to Thailand!
April 13, 2023
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We’ve recently been awarded as a Top Zicasso Travel Specialist where we average 4.9/5 based on over 120 reviews!Price for this itinerary starts from $2000 per person
Prices vary depending on time of year, your accommodation preferences and choice of activities. As a rough guideline, trips including all accommodations, private transfers, private excursions, domestic flights, all breakfasts, some lunches and dinners typically cost
- If staying in excellent 4 star boutique hotels $150 – $200 per person per day
- If staying in higher end 5 star hotels $250 – $300 per person per day
- If staying in most luxurious hotels $500+ per person per day
“Let me start off by saying in over 30 years of traveling, I have never used a travel agent.. And after this experience, I will never go anywhere without one – although I don’t think they could match the first class service we received from Expat Holidays Thailand”
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DESIGNED JUST FOR YOU
Our sample itineraries have been thoughtfully designed based on our personal experience and feedback from clients. However we understand that each honeymoon should be unique to the couple. Anything in our itineraries can be tailored to suit your preferences, travel style and budget. All of our trips are 100% bespoke.
HOW WE WORK
- We work together with you until you are 100% satisfied with your itinerary.
- Initial contact by phone or email to ask you some questions to help us fully understand your travel style, requirements, budget etc.
- We send you a detailed itinerary proposal & quote.
- You review, and if needed, reply with any requested changes.
- We send you updated proposal.
- We continue refining your itinerary until you are 100% happy with it.
WHEN TO GO
Best time for this itinerary is from March - April and September - November, however it can be done all year around.
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Honeymoon includes
All accommodations
All private transfers
All private or small group excursions with local guides
Domestic flights within Thailand
24/7 support throughout the trip
All breakfasts, some lunches and dinners
Honeymoon does not include
International flights
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Trip Advisor Reviews
Wow, what a trip! What an adventure! We cannot say enough good things about Expat Holidays, Lenny and his team. From the very start of our travels, Vanda... read more was on hand, catering to our every need and staying one step ahead of us. We were greeted at airports, bustled through customs and baggage, driven by expert drivers to our beautiful accommodations and then met each day by knowledgeable and fun tour guides (Joe, P, Sugar, Piak, Pat, Patrick - all great) taking us to the top tourist spots as well as the little known, hidden gems that most non-locals would not know about. With Expat Holidays on the ground, we were able to enjoy our days, immersing ourselves in the culture, history, food, nature and beautiful sites of Thailand, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Chiang Mai and finally Phuket. We loved experiencing all the must-sees and at the same time, having local guides at each destination that could take us to more remote, lesser-known destinations, and fill us in on the local flavor, customs, current and recent history of the people, including government, religion, economic situation, traditions and even some of their family backgrounds. Very warm and personal, yet professional at the same time. Not to be missed were the various food tours and tastings in Bangkok, at the floating market south of Bangkok, and in Siem Reap. And learning about the local hill tribes and Lanna cultures (including cooking class), going to the highest point in Thailand, bathing the elephants, and kayaking around the caves in Phra Nang Bay. Did we mention the spectacular Wats everywhere? Wish we were still there, just anticipating our next day's adventures, with Expat Holidays managing every detail in the background. Thank you Lenny, Vanda and the rest of the team and your on-the-ground guides for an absolutely perfect vacation!
April 20, 2023
MUST DO ACTIVITY!!!!!!!!!!! - Lenny and the team at Expat Holidays planned us a literal dream come true vacation. We chose to use them for our honeymoon and we cannot recommend them enough! From... read more the start, Lenny was incredibly attentive and made planning this trip so easy and fun. He was always there to answer or discuss any questions or requests we had and went back and forth with us in a very timely manner to help create the trip we envisioned. We went on this tour while in Bangkok and were lucky enough to have Tong as our tour guide. We absolutely loved our time with Tong! He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and made the day with him so much fun! He was very patient with us and helped us take lots of pictures. He talked with us about the culture in Thailand and answered our many questions and he truly made the day such a blast. We can not recommend Expat Holidays, this tour, and Tong enough!!! This is a must do if you are going to Thailand!
April 13, 2023
Wonderful, well planned vacation - I worked with Lenny at Expat Holidays Thailand for about a year before traveling to Thailand. Four adults and three kids <10years (5, 8 & 8) traveled to Bangkok, Cheow... read more Lan Lake, Koh Samui and Krabi over 2.5 weeks. Lenny was extremely easy to work with, very communicative and planned a magical experience for kids and adults. Lenny & team arranged all the transportation inside the country (from internal flights to ferries to multi-passenger cars) as well as all the tour guides and activities. He uses an app to organize all the information into one place and the team updates you with texts though-out the trip to help keep things on schedule. Those details made a world of difference in our enjoyment of the holiday, reduced our stress and allowed us to see several areas.
The team Lenny works with is top notch. The other family we traveled with had their luggage lost/delayed upon arrival to Thailand. Vanda at Expat worked closely with the airline and went to the airport at 1am to try and sort things out which helped us get the luggage a couple days later. Her dedication was phenomenal as was her communication during the whole holiday. Ma Lee was our Bangkok tour guide and was amazing with our children. So amazing that they talked about her the entire trip asking if she could join us in every location. Lenny arranged excellent tours throughout the trip including our food tour in Bangkok. His knowledge of reliable and knowledgable guides took a lot of work out of the planning process for us and made things easy.
Highlights of the trip were the elephant experiences, Rayvadee resort in Krabi, the Jungle House resort and Panvaree resort. All recommended by Lenny and the team. This was the trip of a lifetime and we would do it again with Expat.
March 21, 2023
The perfect honeymoon - We can’t say enough great things about our Thailand trip planned by Expat Holiday, Lenny & the rest of the team.
From the start we worked with Lenny to... read more plan our honeymoon. He was very professional & helpful when planning our vacation. He helped make adjustments to the itinerary as many times as we needed, to make sure we were satisfied with our trip & staying within our budget.
We started our trip in Bangkok, then Krabi & ended in Phuket. The itinerary was setup perfectly. For example, Bangkok started with a city tour/transportation tour so we were able to learn the city & learn how to get around. Then we were comfortable using public transport the rest of our time there. Our tour guide Luck was amazing, she really made our day fun & was so sweet. She took plenty of pictures of us too! We also did a good tour in Bangkok & had the best experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
Our time in the islands was very relaxing. We went to an elephant sanctuary and a boat tour to Phi Phi. Both of those experiences were unforgettable. We really enjoyed both tours & the people who led them. Our Phi Phi island tour even made a special announcement about our honeymoon & ended the day with a sangria toast for us. They definitely made as feel special.
The best part about working with Expat is not having to worry about anything. Vandra was our point of contact during the trip & she checked in with us, sent us suggestions, communicated very promptly if I needed to get ahold of her. She even checked us in for flights & had the hotel deliver our tickets to our room. All of our transportation was booked by Exapt too, we were very impressed with all of our transfers. Everyone was prompt & nice comfortable cars/vans. It was so nice not to have to think of those little details. Lenny also had great suggestions on food/entertainment & other tips/tricks for our location we were in.
Can’t thank them enough for planning our perfect honeymoon.
March 17, 2023
Best Travel Experience I Have Ever Had - This review really won't do Lenny and the team justice, because there are no words that could explain the amount of ease, fun, relaxation and peace of mind this trip... read more afforded. Me and my best friend took a 10 trip completely customized by the team which really afforded us an incredible, unforgettable experience. ALLL the tour guides were absolutely AMAZING! Super excited to teach us, take pictures and really create a memorable experience. I am not a good swimmer but in the Phi Phi Island, one of the tour guides held my hand as we snorkeled to make sure I was able to enjoy it. The food tour in Bangkok was amazing and were able to try whatever we wanted! This also included us going to ChinaTown and the flower market. I have NO words about the accommodations --- Breathtaking! The villa in Krabi and the resort in Phuket were some of the nicest places I have ever been - and I travel alot.
The trip was just so easy and planned so perfect. They knew when our flight was delayed and we never had to wait for transportation or anything. The private car on the ride from Krabi to Phuket was so comfortable and accommodating you didnt even feel like you were on a 3 hour ride. Lenny will be planning any Asia trip I take from here on out. Big thanks to you and the team!!!
March 16, 2023
Amazing Southeast Asia trip - Our 24 day Southest Asia trip was fantastic. Lenny and his Expat Holidays Thailand team planned our trip and it went off like clockwork. As two couples traveling together, we... read more were looking for flexibility with unique experiences and Lenny and his team did not disappoint. We visited multiple cities in Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand by land, air and water. The coordination of our travel was perfect. We were met “on time” by our many guides and drivers. They were always respectful, knowledgeable and flexible even when we made a slight change to our itinerary. Every hotel Lenny selected was not only perfect but were well located and each provided a bountiful and delicious breakfast. Our many experiences included food tours by vespas, tuk-tuk’s and cyclo’s, walking tours, visits to temples, local farms, an elephant sanctuary, unique cooking experiences with local families and boat rides all over SE Asia. We couldn’t have had a more perfect trip and the best part was Lenny built our itinerary specifically for us. We give Lenny and his team 5 stars and look forward to working with Expat Holiday Thailand again.
February 21, 2023
In the preliminary stages of planning a trip to Thailand as a graduation gift for my son and I, I read a review that said something like, "If you are... read more thinking of going to Thailand, just call Lenny. He will take care of you." That is exactly what I did, and now I pass along the same advice to all travelers - just call Lenny at his company, Expat Holidays. Everything about Expat Holidays is professional and Lenny, together with his staff, travel guides and drivers are special people who will ensure that you have an amazing and stress free trip. I was impressed from the very beginning, when we worked with Lenny to plan our itinerary, and then throughout our travels to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok, and Koh Samui. We were greeted at each destination by a representative, and Vanda made certain that all of our transfers were seamless. We quickly felt bonded to our tour guides in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Malee and Patric, and it was sad to say goodbye to them. They were so open in helping us to understand Thai culture! Spending time with elephants was probably the highlight of our trip, but we did so many other fun and interesting things - toured the Royal Palace, visited the floating market we had seen on TV, took a fabulous cooking class, climbed a mountain. visited temples, stayed in a tree house and at a floating resort, went snorkeling and kayaking in a marine national park, and went ATV riding in hill country. My son and I agreed we had the perfect itinerary for our 2+ weeks trip. We left Thailand feeling as if we had truly experienced the country.
February 19, 2023
An excellent guide for a personalised tour - Having Ms Luck as our personal guide to visit our selected sights made it a very special and memorable day. We learned so much about the places form the... read more very knowledgeable Ms Luck, and thoroughly enjoyed her friendly company during the day. She was also great in helping us choose the best spots for photos, and chose an excellent restaurant for our lunch together. We recommend this personalised tour as a great way to discover more about one's selected Bangkok sights in a relaxed manner and at one's preferred pace.
February 18, 2023
Trip of a Lifetime - As a former international adventure guide, I feel uniquely qualified to share my experience as a client of Expat Holidays Thailand.
My wife and I contacted Lenny of Expat... read more Holidays to seek advice on planning our bucket list trip to Thailand. He met virtually several times with Lenny for him to understand our desired expectations and outcomes better. He then proposed several itineraries that fit our needs and budget. We used his extensive knowledge and creative ideas to sculpt our 12-day trip of a lifetime that included Bangkok, the Kanchanaburi region, and Chaing Mai.
At each area of the trip, we had our own, personal, door-to-door local guide that was a wealth of knowledge and very sensitive to our interests and facilitated a day that was very flexible. Each of our guides quickly became our dear friend and it was difficult to say goodbye to. These guides were available with plenty of advice on local happenings and suggestions for restaurants, special markets, and “must-see” things that only locals know about and off the normal tourist paths. Not only did our local guides take such good care of us, but also the office staff checked in with us each day via text or FaceTime.
Working with Expats Holidays was a wonderful experience from our first contact. In fact, we have added to our bucket list another Southeast Asia destination, and of course we will be using ExPats. Lenny and his crew are first rate and have our highest possible recommendation.
February 13, 2023
- Ashley F
The perfect honeymoon - We can’t say enough great things about our Thailand trip planned by Expat Holiday, Lenny & the rest of the team.
From the start we worked with Lenny to... read more plan our honeymoon. He was very professional & helpful when planning our vacation. He helped make adjustments to the itinerary as many times as we needed, to make sure we were satisfied with our trip & staying within our budget.
We started our trip in Bangkok, then Krabi & ended in Phuket. The itinerary was setup perfectly. For example, Bangkok started with a city tour/transportation tour so we were able to learn the city & learn how to get around. Then we were comfortable using public transport the rest of our time there. Our tour guide Luck was amazing, she really made our day fun & was so sweet. She took plenty of pictures of us too! We also did a good tour in Bangkok & had the best experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
Our time in the islands was very relaxing. We went to an elephant sanctuary and a boat tour to Phi Phi. Both of those experiences were unforgettable. We really enjoyed both tours & the people who led them. Our Phi Phi island tour even made a special announcement about our honeymoon & ended the day with a sangria toast for us. They definitely made as feel special.
The best part about working with Expat is not having to worry about anything. Vandra was our point of contact during the trip & she checked in with us, sent us suggestions, communicated very promptly if I needed to get ahold of her. She even checked us in for flights & had the hotel deliver our tickets to our room. All of our transportation was booked by Exapt too, we were very impressed with all of our transfers. Everyone was prompt & nice comfortable cars/vans. It was so nice not to have to think of those little details. Lenny also had great suggestions on food/entertainment & other tips/tricks for our location we were in.
Can’t thank them enough for planning our perfect honeymoon.
March 17, 2023K2238VTkimfIn the preliminary stages of planning a trip to Thailand as a graduation gift for my son and I, I read a review that said something like, "If you are... read more thinking of going to Thailand, just call Lenny. He will take care of you." That is exactly what I did, and now I pass along the same advice to all travelers - just call Lenny at his company, Expat Holidays. Everything about Expat Holidays is professional and Lenny, together with his staff, travel guides and drivers are special people who will ensure that you have an amazing and stress free trip. I was impressed from the very beginning, when we worked with Lenny to plan our itinerary, and then throughout our travels to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok, and Koh Samui. We were greeted at each destination by a representative, and Vanda made certain that all of our transfers were seamless. We quickly felt bonded to our tour guides in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Malee and Patric, and it was sad to say goodbye to them. They were so open in helping us to understand Thai culture! Spending time with elephants was probably the highlight of our trip, but we did so many other fun and interesting things - toured the Royal Palace, visited the floating market we had seen on TV, took a fabulous cooking class, climbed a mountain. visited temples, stayed in a tree house and at a floating resort, went snorkeling and kayaking in a marine national park, and went ATV riding in hill country. My son and I agreed we had the perfect itinerary for our 2+ weeks trip. We left Thailand feeling as if we had truly experienced the country.
February 19, 2023 - shessoblunt
Best Travel Experience I Have Ever Had - This review really won't do Lenny and the team justice, because there are no words that could explain the amount of ease, fun, relaxation and peace of mind this trip... read more afforded. Me and my best friend took a 10 trip completely customized by the team which really afforded us an incredible, unforgettable experience. ALLL the tour guides were absolutely AMAZING! Super excited to teach us, take pictures and really create a memorable experience. I am not a good swimmer but in the Phi Phi Island, one of the tour guides held my hand as we snorkeled to make sure I was able to enjoy it. The food tour in Bangkok was amazing and were able to try whatever we wanted! This also included us going to ChinaTown and the flower market. I have NO words about the accommodations --- Breathtaking! The villa in Krabi and the resort in Phuket were some of the nicest places I have ever been - and I travel alot.
The trip was just so easy and planned so perfect. They knew when our flight was delayed and we never had to wait for transportation or anything. The private car on the ride from Krabi to Phuket was so comfortable and accommodating you didnt even feel like you were on a 3 hour ride. Lenny will be planning any Asia trip I take from here on out. Big thanks to you and the team!!!
March 16, 2023Eliana VTHE PERFECT THAILAND ITINERARY - Lengthy review coming...Where do I even begin?!
First off, I must say my husband planned this trip to Thailand as a graduation gift. We have NEVER used a travel... read more agency before as we always just researched things ourselves and liked the freedom and liberty to do things how/when we wanted. If you are anything like us, DO NOT HESITATE and book with Expat Holidays Thailand. Your itinerary is completely customizable. Lenny worked closely with my husband to create the perfect 18 day itinerary. Lets be honest, I would have used this agency simply based on the fast track immigration feature alone, lol!
We traveled from Philadelphia. When we arrived to Bangkok we were greeted at the gate with a sign with our name on it and directed to fast track immigration and baggage claim. We were then directed to our private vehicle and transported to our hotel. Avani Riverside: Great location with one of kind views from the rooftop lounge!
Our first tour was the following day. We had opted for the private Floating Market Tour. Our tour guide was Keke, and my goodness was she amazing. She tailored the tour to our liking and confirmed our likes/dislikes. We wanted to try everything! And we did just that! We thoroughly enjoyed that the market consisted primary of locals rather than tourists. By the time we were done eating our way through the floating markets, our bellies were full! Keep in mind we did not have to worry about payment for goods as Keke took care of all of that. Talk about convenient.
Our next day we flew to Chang Mai. Keep in mind that Lenny/Vanda made sure that all domestic flight boarding passes were provided at the hotels reception desk prior to check out. Again... CONVENIENT. We arrived to Chang Mai and a private driver drove us to Chai Laid Elephant Sanctuary. THIS IS A MUST! 100% of the proceeds go towards the elephants! Keep in mind the temperatures here at night were in the 50's (F). We had some of the best food in all of Thailand here at the Elephant Sanctuary. I can go on and on about how amazing the Elephant Sanctuary was but my words will not do it justice. If you have the time I would recommend booking their private photographer for morning breakfast with the elephants. Definitely a once in lifetime opportunity which would make for great photos.
The following day we drove back to Old Chang Mai. We stayed at Askara Heritage. The grounds are the definition of "Zen", beautiful room, and great cocktails. At night we explored the night markets and even caught a Muay Thai fight. In 2 days we were off to Krabi. Again boarding tickets were ready for us upon check out.
Once we arrived in Krabi, again a private driver was waiting for us to take us to our hotel, Tubkaak. This boutique resort was BREATHTAKING! The views of all the islands was one for the books. Not to mention the way they decorate the resort in the evening with all lights is magnificent. My husband will say that the best part of this hotel was the fact that he could feed the Koi fish every morning. The breakfast buffet here was also amazing. This resort was about 10 mins drive to local restaurants, and 25 mins to Krabi Town which the hotel provided a shuttle to and fro. In Krabi we opted for a private long tail boat. Our tour guide was Bella. Once again , also amazing (please see separate review). Highly recommend private tour as we personally saw tons and tons of long tail boats with people crammed like sardines. Also highly recommend night time snorkel to view the iridescent plankton.
Few days of free leisure, in which we opted for a hike at Khao Ngon Nak.
From Krabi we took a 3 hour drive to Phuket via private vehicle. I have a small bladder and the driver was kind enough to stop not once but twice for me to use the restroom! We arrived at our hotel, THE SHORE AT KATATHANI. AMAZING! The suite we reserved had us feeling like celebrities. HIGHLY recommend the plunge pool and floating breakfast! After we soaked up some sun and the glitz our room offered we had a private speed tour boat to the Phi Phi Islands. AGAIN absolutely amazing. (please see separate review). Our tour guide was Chris and he tailored the tour to everything we wanted, monkeys, fish, and plenty of pictures. I can't praise them enough for the crew's impeccable service,
That concludes our trip!
Lenny/Vanda put together the most in depth/perfect itinerary custom to us, which we wanted several "free, leisure days". All drivers/transports were on smooth and on time. All payment to parks, islands, markets were all taken care of by the tour guides, which made our experience more enjoyable. All the leg work was done. We didn't have to lift a finger, literally. Prior to our trip we were a bit anxious, and Lenny said "we do all the thinking, you just show up" and that statement could not have been more accurate. My husband and I just "showed up". We wanted a private photographer for our floating breakfasts, we contacted Vanda and she made a call. We wanted Sak Yant tattoos, we contacted Lenny/Vanda, and they made a call! They were literally at our fingertips and easily accessible. Prior to our trip they provided an in depth itinerary and offered suggestions and recommendations, which was greatly appreciated. Everything went so smoothly and exceeded our every expectation. If you're on the fence about booking Expat, do YOURSELF a favor and BOOK THEM! They set the bar so high, we may never want to plan a trip ourselves again. I cannot thank Lenny/Vanda and the rest of the crew mentioned above, enough. They will forever have our business and future referrals. Thank you for giving us the most unique Thailand experience. It will be one we will forever cherish.
January 30, 2023 - Tommy T
Trip of a Lifetime - As a former international adventure guide, I feel uniquely qualified to share my experience as a client of Expat Holidays Thailand.
My wife and I contacted Lenny of Expat... read more Holidays to seek advice on planning our bucket list trip to Thailand. He met virtually several times with Lenny for him to understand our desired expectations and outcomes better. He then proposed several itineraries that fit our needs and budget. We used his extensive knowledge and creative ideas to sculpt our 12-day trip of a lifetime that included Bangkok, the Kanchanaburi region, and Chaing Mai.
At each area of the trip, we had our own, personal, door-to-door local guide that was a wealth of knowledge and very sensitive to our interests and facilitated a day that was very flexible. Each of our guides quickly became our dear friend and it was difficult to say goodbye to. These guides were available with plenty of advice on local happenings and suggestions for restaurants, special markets, and “must-see” things that only locals know about and off the normal tourist paths. Not only did our local guides take such good care of us, but also the office staff checked in with us each day via text or FaceTime.
Working with Expats Holidays was a wonderful experience from our first contact. In fact, we have added to our bucket list another Southeast Asia destination, and of course we will be using ExPats. Lenny and his crew are first rate and have our highest possible recommendation.
February 13, 2023Susan VWow, what a trip! What an adventure! We cannot say enough good things about Expat Holidays, Lenny and his team. From the very start of our travels, Vanda... read more was on hand, catering to our every need and staying one step ahead of us. We were greeted at airports, bustled through customs and baggage, driven by expert drivers to our beautiful accommodations and then met each day by knowledgeable and fun tour guides (Joe, P, Sugar, Piak, Pat, Patrick - all great) taking us to the top tourist spots as well as the little known, hidden gems that most non-locals would not know about. With Expat Holidays on the ground, we were able to enjoy our days, immersing ourselves in the culture, history, food, nature and beautiful sites of Thailand, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Chiang Mai and finally Phuket. We loved experiencing all the must-sees and at the same time, having local guides at each destination that could take us to more remote, lesser-known destinations, and fill us in on the local flavor, customs, current and recent history of the people, including government, religion, economic situation, traditions and even some of their family backgrounds. Very warm and personal, yet professional at the same time. Not to be missed were the various food tours and tastings in Bangkok, at the floating market south of Bangkok, and in Siem Reap. And learning about the local hill tribes and Lanna cultures (including cooking class), going to the highest point in Thailand, bathing the elephants, and kayaking around the caves in Phra Nang Bay. Did we mention the spectacular Wats everywhere? Wish we were still there, just anticipating our next day's adventures, with Expat Holidays managing every detail in the background. Thank you Lenny, Vanda and the rest of the team and your on-the-ground guides for an absolutely perfect vacation!
April 20, 2023 - 715diannek
Thailand Honeymoon - Expat Holiday had planned our honeymoon in Thailand. We travelled to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. We had explore the country for 12 days and 11 nights
Words... read more cannot describe how professional, informative and fantastic Lenny and his team were. My husband and I cannot fault our honeymoon at all, we had the best time of our lives with celebrating becoming newlyweds.
We got to experience Bangkok beautiful landmarks and enjoy all the street food it could offer. We travelled to the mountain side in Chiang Mai and got to have one and one time with elephants, tigers and travel on the river. Then we travelled to the tropical side in Phuket and got to embrace all the island it had to offer. We had private tour guides throughout our trip which made the experience so much more personal and fun. All tour guides were fun and super easy to get along with.
The team had organised everything so perfectly with tours that suited our personality, domestic flights, accommodation with that honeymoon touch and all transport and transfers. We did not stress one bit during our holiday because Expat Holiday had planned and organised everything for us.
We highly recommend booking any holidays with Expat holiday as they were awesome !
Thank you Lenny and the team, we hope to book with you soon.
February 5, 2023SherryW1133INCREDIBLE & AMAZING - The expat team was amazing!!! The trip that was put together for us words can’t describe, from the time we got off the plane and being met by a guide,... read more right through to our departure. Brandon and Vanda went above and beyond to make this trip amazing and unforgettable. Hotels are outstanding side trips amazing. tour guides and drivers very professional kind and courteous
Already thinking about next years trip
Thanks again Brandon. Vanda and Lenny❤️❤️❤️
January 27, 2023 - JohnF47
An excellent guide for a personalised tour - Having Ms Luck as our personal guide to visit our selected sights made it a very special and memorable day. We learned so much about the places form the... read more very knowledgeable Ms Luck, and thoroughly enjoyed her friendly company during the day. She was also great in helping us choose the best spots for photos, and chose an excellent restaurant for our lunch together. We recommend this personalised tour as a great way to discover more about one's selected Bangkok sights in a relaxed manner and at one's preferred pace.
February 18, 2023anblaaWonderful, well planned vacation - I worked with Lenny at Expat Holidays Thailand for about a year before traveling to Thailand. Four adults and three kids <10years (5, 8 & 8) traveled to Bangkok, Cheow... read more Lan Lake, Koh Samui and Krabi over 2.5 weeks. Lenny was extremely easy to work with, very communicative and planned a magical experience for kids and adults. Lenny & team arranged all the transportation inside the country (from internal flights to ferries to multi-passenger cars) as well as all the tour guides and activities. He uses an app to organize all the information into one place and the team updates you with texts though-out the trip to help keep things on schedule. Those details made a world of difference in our enjoyment of the holiday, reduced our stress and allowed us to see several areas.
The team Lenny works with is top notch. The other family we traveled with had their luggage lost/delayed upon arrival to Thailand. Vanda at Expat worked closely with the airline and went to the airport at 1am to try and sort things out which helped us get the luggage a couple days later. Her dedication was phenomenal as was her communication during the whole holiday. Ma Lee was our Bangkok tour guide and was amazing with our children. So amazing that they talked about her the entire trip asking if she could join us in every location. Lenny arranged excellent tours throughout the trip including our food tour in Bangkok. His knowledge of reliable and knowledgable guides took a lot of work out of the planning process for us and made things easy.
Highlights of the trip were the elephant experiences, Rayvadee resort in Krabi, the Jungle House resort and Panvaree resort. All recommended by Lenny and the team. This was the trip of a lifetime and we would do it again with Expat.
March 21, 2023