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THAILAND
13 DAYS

With its rich heritage and lush tropical landscapes, the exotic Thailand offers a wealth of cultural and sensual contrasts for the traveler. 

We start our exciting visit by exploring Bangkok and its magnificent palaces and  temples. Then take a long-tail boat ride along the Chao Phaya River and the canals of the 'Venice of the East'. We head westwards, visiting the floating market of Damnoen Saduak. We will take an unforgettable train ride crossing the famous bridge over the River Kwai and go rafting on the river. We will stay overnight in perfect serenity on a charming houseboat surrounded by mountains and jungle. 

We will travel into the past, to visit the first capital of the Thai Kingdom - Sukhothai and take a stroll around one of the 40 temple complexes of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Sukhothai. We will experience the elaborate harmony of the temples in Lampang and Ayutthaya. 

We will reach the center of the 'Golden Triangle', the meeting point of Burma, Laos and Thailand borders, and take a boat trip on the Mekong River. Cruising through the unspoiled mountainous landscape, passing hilltribe villages, we will go down the Kok River. We will be heading to Chiang Mai and its landmark Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. We will visit an elephant camp and will go on a jungle trek on the back of an elephant. 

We will get a last glimpse of the illuminated by night landmarks of Bangkok during our leisurely dinner cruise on the Chao Phaya River as we will be wishing farewell to the fascinating country.


Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Bangkok
Day 2 Bangkok. The temples. Boat trip on Chao Phraya River and canals
Day 3 ‘Floating Market’ of Damnoen Saduak. To the River Kwai. Train ride crossing the famous bridge
Day 4 Elephant ride. Rafting on the River Kwai
Day 5 To Bang Pa-in. Boat ride to royal Ayutthaya. To Lopburi
Day 6 Lopburi. To Phitsanulok
Day 7 To the Old Sukhothai and Si Satchanalai. Lampang
Day 8 Temples of Lampang. To Chiang Rai via Phayao
Day 9 Visit to hilltribe villages. Mae Sai. ‘Golden Triangle’. Boat trip on the Mekong River
Day 10 Boat ride on the Kok River. Chiang Mai
Day 11 Elephant camp. A jungle trek on the back of an elephant
Day 12 Fly to Bangkok. Farewell dinner cruise on the Chao Phaya River
Day 13 Bangkok and departure

 
Trip Profile

Inclusions: 1 domestic flight, all meals, transportation, rafting on River Kwai, boat rides on the Mekong and the Kok River, jungle trek on the back of an elephant, entrance fees, escorted throughout

Start and Finish: Bangkok

Group Size: Maximum 16 travelers

Accommodation: Comfortable accommodation with private facilities throughout. 1 night on Jungle Rafts (rooms are very basic, with private bathrooms but without electricity)

Trip Grade: Easy

Dates:
Jan 31-Feb 12, 2008
Nov 20 - Dec 2, 2008
Jan 29 - Feb 10, 2009 (price TBA)

Land Cost: US$ 2,595

Note: Please note that all itineraries and prices are subject to change.

   

 

 

EXTENSION

CAMBODIA
Palaces of Angkor
4 DAYS

Massive stone monuments, wide majestic causeways, imposing gateways and towers in a wonderful jungle setting… This is the incomparable Khmer temple complex of Angkor. You will explore the magnificent Angkor Wat and enchanting Banteay Srei, enjoy a boat trip in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, admire the ancient art of Khmer workmanship and enjoy the exhilarating walk amongst the temples of the ancient Hariharalaya.

Inclusions: All meals, entrance fees, guides, transportation

Start and Finish: Bangkok

Accommodation: Comfortable accommodation with private facilities throughout 

Trip Grade: Easy

Dates: As Extension to Thailand OR daily all year

Cost: US$ 825 (Bangkok - Siem Reap return airfare not included)

Note: Please note that all itineraries and prices are subject to change.

       


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