Colors of Thailand

Essential Cities An oasis of Asian antiquities unfolds over six acres at Bangkok’s Prasart Museum, a collection lovingly assembled by a retired Bangkok real estate developer. This private, crowd-free visit is part of an eight-day tour divided between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. In the capital, glide through floating markets and roam the sprawling Grand Palace complex. Up north, temple-hop and shop for silver, teak and silk at villages of handicrafters.

Ascend to the summit of the highest peak in Thailand, Doi Inthanon, in the heart of the national park. In the year-round coolness of the forested mountaintop, look for the nearly 200 species of birds that call the ecosystem home, and drop in at the two chedis (stupas) built to commemorate the 60th birthdays of the king and queen. The countryside escape is part of a two-week jaunt around Southeast Asia that includes Angkor and Luang Prabang, and Thailand.

Jet-Set Beach Break Drop in on Phuket as part of an unparalleled world tour by private jet. Take off from Tokyo and arrive in Venice 21 days later. In Phuket, lodge two nights at Amanpuri, a timeless resort on the west coast of Phuket that overlooks lush vegetation and the pristine Andaman Sea. You’ll enjoy a pristine beach before a savory welcome dinner and cocktails.