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Summits & Shores

A cloud-forest sunrise and an island sunset, in the same week.

Founder-ledon every day
Max 12never a crowd
₹11,000holds your seat
100% backif we ever cancel

14 – 20 Dec 2026

6 Nights / 7 Days · Thailand · Max 12 · Founder-led

From Chiang Mai’s cool mountain air to Phuket’s turquoise shores — culture, adventure, and island bliss in one unforgettable journey.

All Private Transfers & ✈️Domestic Flight

Visit Doi Inthanon National Park

4⭐ Selected Resorts

Party at Nimmanheim & Walking Street

Snorkel at Similan Islands

Sunset at Promthep Cape

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Highlights

The moments this trip is built around — swipe through.

Chill at Trendy Cafes in Nimman Eat delicious Thai & International Cuisine in one of many cafes in Nimmanheim
Explore Specialty & Boutique Markets Explore different markets and food courts in Chiang Mai
Doi Inthanon National Park Marvel at the royal pagodas at Doi Inthanon National Park, located at 2565 meters above sea level
Cloudforest Hikes Hike through one of The Most Scenic Cloudforest Trails in Thailand, Kew Mae Pan Cloudforest Trail
Electric Blue Water & Ivory Sand Beaches Relax or Explore the Best Marine Park on Earth, The Similan Islands
Snorkel with Fishes & Maybe a Rare Turtle Snorkel crystal-clear waters over coral reefs teeming with marine life at The Similan Islands
The Old Phuket Gasp in awe at the Sino-Portugese Architecture of Old Phuket Town
Become a local Try out local food stalls in the heart of Phuket

Why should i book?

There's one Experience on this trip you'll brag about for years.

It falls on Day 5 — somewhere in the Ocean that has the most beautiful Islands you'll ever see. We’re not going to spoil it here.

See exactly where it lands in the 7 days ↓

The main event

Day by day — the part that makes it real.

Seven days, mapped out almost hour by hour. This is where the trip stops being an idea and starts feeling like yours.

Day 1 · Fly in to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai 3 Nights

Trendy cafés in nimman, The roof of Thailand, Michelin recommended meals and a whole lot of fun.

Thailand’s coolest creative city — cafés, historical villages, massages and the best khao soi you’ll ever eat, plus a day on the country’s highest peak.

Day 1

Arrival in Chiang Mai

Arrive in Chiang Mai, settle into Nimman’s creative heart, and meet the group over a handpicked welcome dinner.

Meals includedDinner
Included today
  • Airport pickup
  • Welcome dinner
  • Trip briefing

Day 2

Cloudforest Trails & The Roof of Thailand

Hike through Doi Inthanon’s cloudforest to Thailand’s highest point, with waterfalls, mountain views and Hmong culture along the way.

Meals includedBreakfast · Thai Meal Lunch – Vegetarian options available.
Included today
  • Hiking around 2 hours at Kew Mae Pan Cloudforest
  • Round Trips Transfer by Air Conditioned Van
  • Professional Tour Guide (English speaking)
  • All Entrance Fees
  • Explore Hmong Hilltribe Village and Hmong Hilltribe Market
  • Explore the Wachirathan Waterfall

Day 3

Free Day in Chiang Mai

Your day, your adventure. Explore Chiang Mai your way, with Akshat on hand for recommendations and insider tips.

Meals includedBreakfast
Included today
  • Free Day

Day 4 · Fly to Phuket

Phuket 3 Nights

Similan Islands, the local side of Phuket and one big night to finish.

The crowd-free island most travelers miss — emerald lagoons, hidden sea caves and sunsets behind the karsts.

Day 4

Chiang Mai to Phuket

Swap the mountains for the Andaman coast — sunset at Promthep Cape, then dinner through Phuket Old Town’s hidden streets.

Meals includedBreakfast
Included today
  • Domestic flight
  • Private transfer
  • Boutique stay
  • Old Town evening

Day 5

The Similan Islands

Set sail on a luxury catamaran to the Similans and snorkel through crystal-clear waters alive with marine life.

Meals includedBreakfast · Lunch · Early dinner
Included today
  • Luxury catamaran day tour
  • Snorkeling gear
  • National park fees

Day 6

A Local's Phuket, Then the Big Night

Discover Phuket beyond the crowds — hidden coves, local flavours and secret corners, then celebrate with one unforgettable final night.

Meals includedBreakfast · Dinner
Included today
  • Farewell dinner
  • Group night out

Day 7

The flight home

One last slow breakfast by the sea, then head home with new stories, new friends and a group chat that’s just getting started.

Meals includedBreakfast
Included today
  • Private Airport Transfer

Day 7 · Private Transfer to Phuket airport

Fly home from Phuket on Day 7

In writing, not in small print

The Founding Promise

  • The departure is guaranteed to run once 10 travellers confirm.
  • If we ever cancel a departure, every rupee comes back to you — deposit included.
  • Every traveller is screened on a call, and you have a direct line to the founder — before, during and after the trip.

Read the full policy →

The essentials

Chiang Mai, Phuket

Duration 6 Nights / 7 Days
Dates 14 – 20 Dec 2026
Group size 12 Explorers + 2 Crew
Accommodation Handpicked 4⭐ Hotels
Meals 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
Transport All Private Transfers
Group trip for 18-40 year olds

The honest math

What ₹89,000 actually buys

One all-in price — 5% GST and 2% TCS included, nothing extra at checkout. And the 2% TCS comes back to you when you file your ITR.

The Dozen Collective

12 explorers + 2 crew — Every meal at one table, nobody left behind.

vs a typical large-group tour

30–45 strangers and a headcount at every stop

The Dozen Collective

All private transfers — Air-conditioned, on your schedule, door to door.

vs a typical large-group tour

Shared vans that leave when they're full, not when you are.

The Dozen Collective

Chiang Mai beyond the checklist — Sunrise at Doi Suthep, hidden cafés, mountain roads and local spots most buses never reach.

vs a typical large-group tour

One temple, a quick market stop, then back on the coach.

The Dozen Collective

Flight between north and south, included — Wake up in the Islands, not on seat 43.

vs a typical large-group tour

An overnight bus across the country.

The Dozen Collective

Island days done right — Phuket beaches, old town, viewpoints, and a full-day speedboat adventure through the Similan Islands.

vs a typical large-group tour

Crowded beaches and the cheapest island-hopping route available.

The Dozen Collective

The Similan Islands at their best — Snorkel crystal-clear reefs, white-sand beaches and granite viewpoints with time to actually enjoy them.

vs a typical large-group tour

A whistle-stop itinerary with more waiting than exploring.

The Dozen Collective

Old Phuket, not just resorts — Colorful Sino-Portuguese streets, sunset viewpoints and local food away from the tourist traps.

vs a typical large-group tour

Hotel zone, souvenir shops and free time in crowded tourist streets.

The Dozen Collective

We screen who comes — A quick call with every traveler before they're confirmed, so you're with people you'd have chosen yourself.

vs a typical large-group tour

Anyone who books gets a seat — pot luck on who you spend the week with.

The Dozen Collective

Founder on every departure — Plans it, leads it, answers for it.

vs a typical large-group tour

Rotating tour staff you meet at the airport.

The Dozen Collective

Zero shopping stops — No gem stores, no commission detours, no padded "free time".

vs a typical large-group tour

The detours that quietly pay for the cheap sticker price.

≈ ₹12,714 a day with everything inside Thailand handled — Luxury 4⭐ Stays, Every Private Transfer, One Internal Flight, Curated Experiences, and 9 meals.

International flights, visa and insurance are not included. Why our trips cost more →

Dates & prices

₹1,03,000 ₹89,000 founding rate ends in
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— then it rises to ₹1,03,000

14 Dec - 20 Dec 2026 8 of 12 spots left
PlanPrice / person
Book before 14 Oct 2026₹89,000
Book before 14 Nov 2026₹96,000
Book after 14 Nov 2026₹1,03,000

All-in — includes 5% GST and 2% TCS. The TCS portion comes back when you file your ITR.

Book by paying just ₹11000

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Akshat Khandelwal
Founder — plans it, leads it, answers for it

Why this trip exists

One person. One obsession. Getting this exactly right.

I started The Dozen Collective because the trip I wanted didn’t exist — small, genuinely curated, led by someone who actually cares whether you have the time of your life. So I’m building this one the way I’d want it: scouting every stay, planning every transfer, and personally choosing the eleven people you’ll travel with.

I’ll be there the whole way, start to finish. This isn’t a tour I’m selling — it’s a trip I’m pouring myself into.

— Akshat

4 of 12 spots already taken — 8 left.

Any questions? Chat with us.

Payment and cancellation

Payment policy

You pay nothing until your seat is confirmed.

  • The deposit holds your seat. The balance is due 30 days before you fly, in one payment or in instalments.
  • We talk on a call before anything is confirmed.
  • The price you are quoted is the price you pay — GST and TCS included, nothing added later.

Cancellation policy

The deposit is non-refundable once your seat is confirmed.

  • Deposit is non-refundable.
  • Balance: 50% refund if cancelled 30+ days before; no refund within 30 days.

Frequently asked questions

Curious 18–40s — a mix of solo travellers and pairs from across India. Everyone has a short call with Akshat before being confirmed, so the group stays the kind of people you'd actually want to travel with.

Most of our travellers book solo — it's the whole point. You'll have company from the welcome dinner onwards, and your own space whenever you want it.

Twelve travellers, never more, plus Akshat and the crew. Small enough to eat at one table, big enough to always find your people.

The founder. Akshat plans every route and travels with the group on every departure — the person you message before booking is the person at dinner in Thailand.

Reserve with a small deposit (₹11,000–₹21,000 depending on the trip) through a secure Razorpay link. The balance is due 30 days before departure.

Yes. Stays, transfers, guided experiences, listed meals, entry fees, 5% GST and 2% TCS — all inside the one number you see. Nothing is added at checkout.

A 2% Tax Collected at Source that applies to all overseas trips from India. It's deposited against your PAN and comes back to you when you file your ITR — so it's included in our price, not lost money.

A departure is guaranteed to run once 10 travellers confirm. If we ever cancel a departure, every rupee comes back to you — deposit included.

The deposit is non-refundable (a large part is returned if your visa is rejected). Cancel 30+ days before departure and half the balance paid is refunded; within 30 days there's no refund. Full policy is on the website.

Internal flights within the trip are included where the itinerary needs them. International flights to and from Thailand aren't — so you can use points, pick your airline, and join from any city. We share recommended flight windows the moment you book.

Indian passport holders currently enter Thailand without a pre-arranged visa for short tourist stays — you'll just need a passport valid for 6+ months. Rules change, so we confirm the latest requirements with you before you fly.

Yes, a good Travel Insurance is Included.

Twin-share with another traveller of the same gender by default — it's how most friendships start. Want your own room? Add a private room for a supplement.

Moderately. There's one guided trek and some easy walking or kayaking depending on the trip — everything strenuous is optional and the pace is deliberately unhurried.

Yes — a small screened group, the founder present every day, handpicked stays and private transfers. Many of our travellers are solo women, and the group never splits up unless you want it to.

Thailand is easier for vegetarians than people expect, and we plan included meals with options for everyone. Tell us your dietary needs before departure and we'll handle the rest.

Yes — grab an eSIM or a local SIM at the airport for a few hundred rupees, and every stay has Wi-Fi. We send a short guide covering SIMs, currency and packing before you fly.

According to the latest Thailand Immigration Policies, every traveler has to carry a minimum of ฿20000 (Thai Baht)(About ₹60000) in Cash or Equivalent source of funds but most travelers only spend about ₹20 - ₹30K on Shopping, Utilities, Meals and Personal Expenses. But be sure to carry atleast ฿20000 in Cash or Forex Card to avoid any hassles.

November to February — cool, dry and clear in the mountains and on the islands alike. That's exactly when our departures run.

Akshat messages you on WhatsApp with the full itinerary, dates and prices. If it feels right, you hop on a short call, reserve with the deposit, and start packing. No spam, no pushy follow-ups.

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