THAILAND Singles Over 40 Hosted Trip | Yi Peng Lantern Festival

Thailand Escape for Singles 40+ | 23–29 Nov 2026

Depart from anywhere — just meet us at our first hotel in Chiang Mai!

Join a vibrant group of singles 40+ for an unforgettable week in Thailand!

Explore ancient temples, meet elephants at a sanctuary, cook with a Thai family, and experience the magical YiPeng Lantern Festival. Then fly to Phuket for beach time, island hopping, and Muay Thai action!Highlights include:
Chiang Mai Old Town & Temples
Elephant Sanctuary & Bamboo Rafting
Thai Cooking Class with a Local Family
YiPeng Lantern Festival
Phuket Island Tour & Muay Thai Night
Krabi’s “Separated Sea” Adventure
Relax, connect, and explore — all in one amazing trip!Limited spots available.

Interested? Select a male or female ticket, fill out our short form and look out for an e-mail from our wonderful travel partner KB 4 TRAVEL & CRUISE.!

DAY 1 – 23 NOV 2026 ARRIVE CHIANG MAI (Dinner)

On arrival into Chiang Mai, you will be met and taken on a tour of the Chiang Mai old town. You will

visit Wat Phra Singh, dating back to 1345 and housing a very old and sacred Buddha image. You will

then change to Tuk Tuks to continue your tour visiting Wat Chedi Luang (A.D.1411) where the famous

Emerald Buddha was once enshrined. You will then walk to Wat Pan Tao located nearby which is built

in wooden northern architecture style and has a reclining Buddha and fine carving on the eaves and

door. You will then continue to your accommodation where you will spend the following 3 nights.

Overnight: Movenpick Suriwongse Chiang Mai

DAY 2 – 24 NOV 2026 CHIANG MAI (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

This morning, you will travel north of Chiang Mai through a forest, and local farming areas before

arriving at Kanta Elephant Sanctuary. On arrival you will be taken through where you will learn about

the elephants before changing into traditional clothing to prepare food for them. You will then meet

the elephants, feed, interact, and play with the elephants in a natural environment as you learn about

their behaviour and history. You will also have the opportunity to join these gentle giants as they

bathe in a river. Morning tea is also included. You will then leave the Elephant Sanctuary and continue

on to an orchid plantation where you will stop for lunch surrounded by the unique beauty of this

floral species. This afternoon your touring will continue to visit the Long Neck Karen hill tribe village,

where the women wear numerous brass coils round their necks and legs. A coil is added to girls necks,

arms and legs every few years from the age of four years old. Following some time here you will

continue to Mea Tang travelling through the northern jungle landscape before hopping onto bamboo

rafts for an exciting descent down the river. You will then transfer back to your hotel.

This evening you will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Movenpick Suriwongse Chiang Mai

DAY 3 – 25 NOV 2026 CHIANG MAI (Breakfast, Lunch)

Today’s experience brings you in contact with the local residents as you will enjoy a fun cooking

experience with a local family. You will learn about a typical day in the life of a Thai family enjoying

real home cooking in a real Thai neighbourhood. Discover the architecture of a traditional Thai house

and rice barn. Your Thai family will also demonstrate their basket to garden, family orchard and select

fresh ingredients to add to the days cooking lesson. You will learn to cook traditional home cooked

recipes with authentic Northern Thai flavours, which can be very different from standard Thai dishes.

Best of all you will be a house guest of a real Thai family for the day. Following the lesson, you will be

able to enjoy the fruits of your labour with a delicious home cooked lunch. You will then return to

your hotel mid afternoon with the rest of the day free.

This evening you will be able to enjoy the amazing YiPeng Lantern Festival.

Suggested schedule based on 2025 festival: $330.00 per person (2025 price)

03.30pm: Transfer from hotel in Chiangmai to Royal Chiangmai Golf Club

04.30pm: Welcome you to the event Receive the ticket & krathong - souvenir

05.30pm: Welcome to Yi Peng Festival Enjoy with food & beverage "Lanna Thai" style Enjoy the

activities at the ground show Watch the Lanna show Join playing games and performances Loy

Krathong at the Lo Kathong provided

07.00pm: Enter to the lantern area Watch the performances and listen to the monks chanting for

ceremony Watch the lantern release demonstration

08.00pm: Start of the ceremony of releasing lanterns, blessing and floating lanterns in unison

09.30pm: End the ceremony and return transfer to your hotel

Overnight: Movenpick Suriwongse Chiang Mai

DAY 4 – 26 NOV 2026 CHIANG MAI – PHUKET (Breakfast)

Following breakfast you will transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Phuket. On arrival you

will be taken on an orientation tour of the town before checking into your hotel. This evening you

will transfer to Patong Boxing Stadium where you will have a VIP seat to witness the thrill and

excitement of authentic Muay Thai fights. Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere as

skilled fighters showcase the ‘art of eight limbs’, combining punches, kicks, elbows and knees in a

display of strength, agility and technique. You will then transfer back to your hotel late.

Overnight: The Kee Resort

DAY 5 – 27 NOV 2026 PHUKET (Breakfast)

Today you have a full day free to relax and discover the area on your own, or just enjoy the

facilities of your hotel.

Overnight: The Kee Resort

DAY 6 – 28 NOV 2026 PHUKET (Breakfast, Lunch)

Today’s tour takes you on a spellbinding journey through the islands of Krabi, famed for their

world-class beaches, vibrant turquoise waters, and awe-inspiring limestone karsts, Koh Poda,

Chicken Island (Koh Kai), Koh Tup, and Koh Mor (Separated Sea). Located on the Krabi archipelago,

Poda Island, Chicken Island and Tup Island are bound together by a single sand bank unveiled only

during low tide, offering a rare opportunity to literally walk between islands! Also known as Thale

Waek, or Separated Sea, this extraordinary spot is a highlight of Krabi's marine attractions This

natural phenomenon in Krabi creates a unique and stunning visual spectacle for visitors. You will

spend the day exploring these islands, with lunch included, before returning to your hotel late this

afternoon.

Overnight: The Kee Resort

DAY 7 – 29 NOV 2026 DEPART PHUKET (Breakfast)

After breakfast, you have the day free to relax and enjoy the facilities of your hotel, or head into

town for some last minute souvenir shopping or sightseeing.

Enjoy the day with guaranteed late check out till 6.00pm. This evening you will be transferred back

to the airport in time for your flight home.

END OF ARRANGEMENTS

INCLUSIONS: • Return transfers between CNX and HKT airports and hotels

• 6 nights accommodation as specified in itinerary

• All meals as specified in itinerary

• All touring on private basis as specified in itinerary

• Entrance fees and boat fees where applicable

• Air-conditioned vehicle for touring and services of a local English speaking guide

• Service charges, room taxes and handling fee

EXCLUSIONS: • All flights, airfares and airport taxes

• Any meals not specified in itinerary

• Alcoholic or soft drinks with included meals unless otherwise specified

• Health, trip cancellation/interruption or baggage insurance

• Passport & visa fees if applicable

• Gratuities to guides and drivers unless otherwise specified in the inclusions

• Entry to Yi Peng Lantern festival (2026 prices or schedule not yet released, 2025 price provided

separately)

• Items of a personal nature

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Quick list of the closest hotels - Australian Airports for those joining us on our Overseas Travel and/or Getaway Party Boat Cruises.

Here are the closest Minor Hotels to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine):
🛏️ Oaks Melbourne on William Suites – ~20 min drive
🛏️ Avani Melbourne Jazz Corner Residences – ~30 min drive or SkyBus
🛏️ WRAP on Southbank – ~25 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Melbourne Southbank Suites – ~25 min drive

Flying into Perth Airport (PER)? Here’s the closest Minor Hotels property, with travel options from the terminal:
🛏️ Oaks Perth Hotel – 305 Murray Street, Perth CBD
• 🚗 By car/taxi: ~17 min, ~16 km [rome2rio.com], [oakshotels.com]
• 🚆 By train: ~25 min via Airport Line to Perth Station + a short walk

Flying into Sydney Airport (SYD)? Here are the closest Minor Hotels, with convenient travel options:
🛏️ Oaks Sydney Hyde Park Suites – 9 km from SYD
• 🚆 Train: ~25 min from International Airport to Central Station (T8 line) + walk or shuttle 🚆
• 🚗 Drive/Taxi: ~14 min [rome2rio.com]
🛏️ Oaks Sydney Castlereagh Suites – located in Haymarket (CBD)
• 🚗 ~15 min drive
• 🚆 Via train to Central + short walk [minorhotels.com]
🛏️ Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites – Darling Harbour
• 🚗 ~15–20 min drive
• 🚆 Train to Central + ~10 min walk or short ferry ride [minorhotels.com]
🛏️ Oaks Sydney North Ryde Suites – North Ryde (~11 km from airport)
• 🚗 ~15 min drive
• 🚆 Train via T8 + Metro; ~30–35 min totaL

✈️ Flying into Brisbane Airport (BNE) or planning a Queensland escape?
Here are the closest Minor Hotels:
🛏️ Oaks Brisbane on Charlotte Suites – ~20 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Brisbane on Felix Suites – ~20 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Brisbane on Margaret Suites – ~20 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Brisbane Lexicon Suites – ~20 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Brisbane Casino Tower Suites – ~20 min drive

✈️ Flying into Gold Coast Airport (OOL) or planning a beachside escape?
Here are the closest Minor Hotels:
🛏️ Oaks Gold Coast Hotel – ~30 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites – ~5 min drive (located in Coolangatta)
🛏️ Oaks Gold Coast Broadbeach Suites – ~25 min drive
🛏️ Oaks Gold Coast Oasis Suites – ~30 min drive
🛏️ Avani Broadbeach Residences – ~25 min drive

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