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Unforgettable
Thailand
Bangkok,
Kancanaburi, Ayuthaya,
Sukhothai, Phrae, Chiang-mai, Mae Sarieng, Mae Hong Sorn, Tha Ton and
Chiangrai
Itinerary
Day
1 Arrive Bangkok
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your plush hotel in
an ideal location along the Chao River. Accommodation, 2 nights:
Deluxe The Peninsula
Day
2 Bangkok
Your morning sightseeing tour features the Grand Palace, with its royal
residence, motherof- pearl throne, golden-roofed temples, ceremonial
halls, and other gems of Thai architecture. The afternoon is free at
leisure. (B)
Day
3 Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Today youčll head northwest to Kanchanaburi, one of the most picturesque
region of Thailand. Youčll tour the JEATH (Japanese, English, American,
Thai and Holland) War Museum and visit the site of the infamous bridge
over the River Kwai. You will take a boat trip along the River Kwai
and stops at a small Mon Village. This evening, enjoy a special dinner
and a performance of Mon Tribe folk dances and ethnic musicians. Accommodation,
1 night: (B,L,SD)
Deluxe Jungle Raft
Day
4 Kanchanburi/Ayuthaya
After breakfast, youčll travel to Ayuthaya via Supanburi to visit Bang
Pa-In, once the summer retreat of the kings of Siam. You will continue
your journey to Ayuthaya, the former capital of Siam. Visit Ayuthayačs
Historical Park before checking into your hotel. Accommodation, 1 night:
(B,L)
Deluxe Krung Sri River Hotel
Day
5 Ayuthaya/Sukhothai/Phrae
Drive north to Sukhothai, home of Thailandčs largest collection of historic
ruins. En route, visit Sukhothai & Sri Satchanalai Historical Park.
After a leisurely lunch, continue your journey to Phrae and enjoy an
orientation and a walk to the beautiful Wat Chom Sawan Temple. Accommodation,
1 night: (B,L,D)
Deluxe Mae Yorn Palace
Day
6 Phrae/Chiangmai
This morning, your journey will take you to Chiangmai. Visit the old
Doi Suthep Temple overlooking the town from the hilltop. Youčll also
stop at a forest camp to witness elephants demonstrating their skills,
and youčll get to experience a ride on an elephant. Accommodation, 2
nights: (B,L,D)
Deluxe Belle Villa
Day
7 Chiangmai
Youčll have a day full of exciting activities, starting with a visit
to: Mae Klang and the Wachirathan Waterfall, the Napame Thaneedon and
Napapolkhumsiri Pagodas built by the Thai Air force to honor King
Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit, and the summit containing the shrine of
Chao Inthawitchayanon, the former prince of Chiang Mai. A short easy
trek along the Michaelčs Nature Trail (Ang Ka) offers a beautiful and
unforgettable experience. Then youčll visit the Karen hilltribe Village.
A picnic lunch will be served. (B,L)
Day
8 Chiangmai/Mae Sarieng/Mae Hong Sorn
Travel today to Mae Hong Sorn, via Mae Sarieng. Visits will be made
at Wat Phra Dhad Chom Thong, with its relic and ancient treasures, and
the Baan Rai Pai Ngam also known as Pa Saeng Da Textile Museum, which
presents an impressive textile display. Youčll continue your journey
to Orb Luang Gorge National Park for a short break. After lunch at a
local restaurant, youčll travel on to Mae Hong Sorn via Mae Sariang
and Khun Yuam, with stops at hilltribe villages along the way. Accommodation,
1 night: (B,L)
Deluxe Baifren Resort
Day
9 Mae Hong Sorn
Today you will enjoy a leisurely boat ride along the Pai River and visit
a Pa Dong Long Necked Hilltribe Villages at Baan Nam Piang Din. After
lunch at a local restaurant, youčll return to Mae Hong Sorn in the afternoon
and visit Wat Chong Klang/Wat Hua Wieng and Wat Phra That Doi Kong Moo.
Accommodation, 2 nights: (B,L)
Deluxe Imperial Tara
Day
10 Mae Hong Sorn
Today will be dedicated to exploring the Tham Lod Cave with three major
chambers and the Tham Nam Long Cave. Afternoon at leisure. (B,L)
Day
11 Mae Hong Sorn/Chiangmai/Tha Ton
Today scenic drive stops at Mae Malai on the way to Mae Taeng
district. After lunch, enjoy a fun elephant ride! Accommodation, 1 night:
(B,L)
Deluxe Thaton River View
Day
12 Tha Ton/Chiangrai
Take a short boat trip along the Kok River to Baan Mai Mok Jam, a Shan
Village. Continue your journey by van visiting the hilltribe village
on the way. Drive up Doi Mae Salong to visit the KMT Chinese Refugee
Settlement, Yao and Akha hilltribe village before driving to Chiangrai.
Accommodation, 1 night: (B,L)
Deluxe Rimkok Resort
Day
13 Chiangrai/Bangkok
This morning, youčll travel to Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailandčs
border with Myanmar. Visit the Golden Triangle. After lunch, youčll
journey to the ancient city Chaing Sean. This evening return by air
to Bangkok. Transfer to your hotel. Accommodation, 2 nights: (B,L)
Deluxe The Peninsula
Day
14 Bangkok
This morning, youčll visit the Damnern Saduak Floating Market with lunch
at a local restaurant. (B,L)
Day
15 Bangkok/San Francisco
You will transfer to Bangkok airport for your return flight to San Francisco.
(B)
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Twin |
Single |
| 2002 |
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| Apr-Sep |
$1670 |
$2190 |
| Oct-Dec |
$1780 |
$2390 |
| 2003 |
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| Jan-Mar |
$1780 |
$2390 |
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