FOOTSTEPS OF THE ARHATS THAILAND TOUR
THE JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME
EMBRACE PILGRIMAGE AS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE OF ONENESS
THE SACRED YATRA EXPERIENCE with Jason Gregory
JANUARY 2026
The Sacred Yatra Experience is the ultimate pilgrimage of the spiritual traditions of Asia. The Footsteps of the Arhats Thailand Tour is one of the most unique travel experiences in the world. You can travel with author, philosopher, and teacher Jason Gregory on a mystical tour of Thailand to explore and trace the footsteps the Thai hermits and mystics. Get unique insights into Jason’s knowledge of the East and the memory of the masters and scared places you will visit. Jason wishes to take people to the most sacred places in Thailand to show that the ancient Hindu and Buddhist cultures are thriving. But this can only be experienced by those willing to join him on this pilgrimage of the heart.
1. About our tour to Thailand
Our 10-day itinerary includes visits to the most breathtakingly beautiful and mystical places in Thailand. We will travel through Thailand to visit the most important sacred places in Thai history related to Theravada Buddhism and Hinduism. Most people never get the chance to experience face-to-face the archaic origins and sacred sites of Thailand’s spiritual culture. But on this journey, you will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to actually feel the ancient living spiritual culture that is still thriving in the sacred places you will visit. You will also get the chance to meet real-life mystics and mingle with the beautiful people of Thailand.
What is more, during the tour you will take part in private discourses given by Jason Gregory. He will show you the significance of how the great Eastern spiritual traditions can help you live more harmoniously in the modern world. You will begin to understand the deep wisdom the mystics of the East expounded for you to find true happiness and fulfilment in this life. And this is the reason for joining Jason Gregory on his tour of Thailand to follow in the footsteps of the great Buddhist masters.
This is a once-in-a-life-time experience!
2. ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrival to Sukhothai, Thailand (January 22, 2026)
From Bangkok, there are only two flights daily to Sukhothai. Arrival at Sukhothai Airport in Sukhothai, Thailand. A representative of the tour team will welcome guests at the Sukhothai Airport and transport them to the hotel. After the check-in process at the hotel, guests will have time to rest and recuperate while all guests arrive at the hotel.
Day 2 – Ancient Sukhothai Historical Park (January 23, 2026)
On day 2, we will rise early and visit Mahathat Temple for a sunrise meditation. Later in the morning after breakfast, we will ride cycles around the ancient Sukhothai Historical Park, exploring the Hindu and Buddhist ruins. The ruins of Sukhothai, literally ‘dawn of happiness’, is the capital of the Sukhothai Kingdom in the 13th and 14th centuries.
In the evening, we will explore the local markets and mingle with the community of Sukhothai.
Day 3 – Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat Rajaworaviharn and Travel to Lampang (January 24, 2026)
On day 3, we will travel to Lampang. On the way, we will stop by the sacred Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat Rajaworaviharn Temple. Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat Ratchaworawihan is a first-class royal temple in Si Satchanalai, Sukhothai, Thailand.
In the afternoon, we will arrive to Lampang and visit the famous Lampang night markets to experience the beautiful Thai culture.
Day 4 – Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, Sky Pagodas, and Travel to Phayao (January 25, 2026)
On day 4, we will travel to Phayao. But before that, we will visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang in the morning. On the road to Phayao, we will stop at the iconic Sky Pagodas where ancient hermits used to renounce the world.
In the evening, we will enjoy dinner over the famous Phayao Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the northern region and the fourth largest in the country.
Day 5 – Wat Analayo Thipphayaram, Phutthakhaya Pagoda, and the Submerged Temple (January 26, 2026)
In the morning on day 5, we will travel to Wat Analayo Thipphayaram. The temple is beautifully nestled in the jungle. It is a very large temple complex on the slopes of Doi Luang, overlooking the Phayao Lake. A myth involving a monk called Phra Achan Phibun Sumangkhalo from Wat Rattanawanaram in Phayao had a dream and vision that resulted in the establishment of a temple on the mountain on the other side of the Kwan Phayao.
Next, we will travel to Phutthakhaya Pagoda which is a replica of the Mahabodhi Temple where the Buddha attained enlightenment. This temple is in the middle of the jungle and feels deserted.
In the afternoon, we will get a boat ride over the submerged temple, Wat Tilok Aram. Submerged beneath the Phayao Lake is the 500-year-old temple. A stone inscription records that King Tilokkarad commanded Chao San Hua, the King of Muang Phayao, to establish the temple in 1476 – 1486 as an offering to the greatest king in the region. The temple stood for nearly five centuries until an irrigation project in 1939 inundated the temple, along with more than 10 other ancient sites.
We will end the day relaxing in this scenic town as we enjoy each other’s company.
Day 6 – Travel to Chiang Dao and Wat Tham Pha Plong (January 27, 2026)
On day 6, we will travel to Chiang Dao in the morning.
In the afternoon, we will visit Wat Tham Pha Plong, a monastery nestled in the mountains of Chiang Dao.
Day 7 – Wat Tham Chiang Dao Cave Temple, Wat Ban Den, and Travel to Chiang Mai (January 28, 2026)
On day 7, after breakfast we will explore the famous cave temple, Wat Tham Chiang Dao. According to legend, the sage Phra Rama Rishi, renowned for his profound meditation, invoked divine beings to create extraordinary artifacts, such as golden Buddhas and mythical creatures. These treasures were subsequently concealed within the depths of Chiang Dao Cave, guarded by the formidable deity Chao Luang Kham Daeng.
In the afternoon, on the way to Chiang Mai, we will visit the magnificent temple, Wat Ban Den. Known for its stunning architecture, the temple is a blend of traditional Lanna style and intricate modern craftsmanship.
Later in the day, we will arrive to Chiang Mai to enjoy the sights and sounds of this ancient city.
Day 8 – Wat Umong and Wat Phra That Doi Saket (January 29, 2026)
On day 8, we will rise early to meditate in the 700-year-old temple, Wat Umong. The temple was built in 1297 by King Mangrai of the Lan Na dynasty. The temple is famous for its ancient tunnels and large chedi. There are tunnels with Buddhist images below the chedi which can be easily explored. These tunnels were supposedly built by the King and painted with bush scenes so they could keep a famous but mentally deranged monk within the grounds of the monastery as he had a habit of just wandering off into the bush for days on end.
In the afternoon, we will visit Wat Phra That Doi Saket, which is one of the most breathtaking temples in the Chiang Mai region. According to legend, the Buddha visited the mountain (later Doi Saket) and offered his hair upon a nāga. This significant event is believed to have marked the sacred site where the temple was subsequently constructed. The temple is believed to have been built in 1112.
Day 9 – Mon Payanaga Raja, Muang On Cave with Natural Shiva Lingam, and Rest and Relax (January 30, 2026)
On day 9, we will rise early and make our way to Mon Payanaga Raja, a temple dedicated to nagas which is full of Buddhist and Hindu deities.
Next, we will visit one of the biggest cave systems in Chiang Mai, Muang On Cave. This cave is home to many grottos, shrines, and even a 30-foot-long reclining Buddha. But the heart of the cave is a naturally formed Shiva lingam that is unknown by most people.
For the rest of the day, we will enjoy each other’s company as we explore the amazing culture of Chiang Mai.
Day 10 – Depart Chiang Mai (January 31, 2026)
After an epic and sacred adventure together, it is time to say goodbye to Thailand. After breakfast, we will be flying back to our homes.
The order of places that we are going to visit might be modified.
3. Terms & Conditions
ONLY SPECIAL TWO TOUR COMBO TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW. REGULAR THAILAND TOUR TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE JULY 1.
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* Price per person: $3700 USD (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for one room.
* Early bird single ticket: $3500 USD (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for one room. Available until September 15, 2025.
* Couple Special: $6900 USD (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for 2 people to share double room.
* Couple Early Bird: $6800 (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for 2 people to share double room. Available until September 15, 2025.
*SPECIAL TWO TOUR COMBO SINGLE (save $800): $6600 USD per person (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for one room on both the Ladakh and Thailand tours. Available until June 25, 2025.
*SPECIAL TWO TOUR COMBO DOUBLE (save $900): $13000 USD (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD) for 2 people to share double room on both the Ladakh and Thailand tours. Available until June 25, 2025.
* After November 22, 2025 deposit or full payment are nonrefundable. This refund policy is in place because from November 22, 2025 all accommodation and traveling schedule will be booked. There will be no refund after November 22, 2025 as a result.
Price Includes:
* Jason Gregory as your tour host
* 9 nights accommodation at good hotels in Thailand
* Transfers in air-conditioned private transport
* Entrance tickets to all sites
Not Included:
* International flight to India and return flight back to your country
* Domestic flights within Thailand
* Visas and insurance. The onus is on the traveler to ensure that passports, visas and other travel documentation are valid and in order. Insurance is mandatory for this trip.
* Meals during the tour
4. Payment Schedule
* Only $1500 USD deposit during booking for a single ticket (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD).
* Only $3000 USD deposit during booking for a couple ticket (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD).
* Only $3000 USD deposit during booking for a special two tour combo single ticket for both Ladakh and Thailand tours (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD).
* Only $6000 USD deposit during booking for a special two tour combo couple ticket for both Ladakh and Thailand tours (or equivalent in GBP/EUR/AUD).
* Full payment must be received by November 22, 2025.
* November 22, 2025, deposit or full payment are nonrefundable. This refund policy is in place because from November 22, 2025 all accommodation and traveling schedule will be booked. There will be no refunds after November 22, 2025 as a result.
5. Signed Acknowledgment of Risks and Release of Liability is Required
*This document will be sent personally after booking and must be signed to attend the tour.
6. Health and Vaccinations
We are not medically qualified and so we recommend that you speak to your doctor or nearest health professional for advice concerning recommended vaccinations. For more advice on vaccinations, you can also visit https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/home.
If you have any physical limitations that might impact your ability to participate in the planned tour activities, it’s essential that you make us aware as soon as possible so that we can discuss this with you.
7. Insurance
It is a condition of joining our tours that you have suitable travel insurance in place, and we cannot accept travelers without insurance. All policies differ in terms of what they will cover, but as a minimum you need medical and health cover which will cover you for the whole time that you are away.
Please note that government travel warnings often affect the validity of your travel insurance, and you should check this with your insurance company.
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