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Taste of Thailand
7 Days/6 Nights - Gateway: Bangkok
£820pp (valid 1 Nov – 31 Mar 09)
Suitable for travellers with an average level of fitness and mobility.
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| This short journey is designed to give travellers a taste of Thailand’s highlights. Visit Bangkok and Chiang Mai, soak up some of Thailand’s more modern history in the scenic Kanchanaburi and River Kwai areas. Also, enjoy visits to a number of food and vegetable markets. |
Day 1-2: Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and absorb the energy of the megalopolis as you explore the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the Chao Phraya River and can take your free time to enjoy Asia’s best spas and restaurants.
Hotel: Siam Heritage |
Day 3-4: River Kwai & Kanchanaburi
The beautiful wilderness area surrounding Kanchanaburi is where you will discover ethnic minority groups and a fascinating recent history at Hellfire Pass and Museum. En route visit a traditional Thai house and take in the world-famous floating markets.
Hotels: Resotel, Felix River Kwai Resort |
Day 5-7: Chiang Mai
Fly to Chiang Mai and encounter the Lanna Kingdom’s cultural sites by samlor, then travel into the countryside to an amazing elephant camp where you can ride these playful pachyderms on a light jungle trek. Doi Suthep Temple takes pride of place atop a hill outside of the ancient walled city; stop here and at the Hilltribe Museum, where you will gain an understanding of local cultures. Depart on day 7.
Hotel: Karinthip Village
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Prices are per person based on twin share and include a domestic flight, all transport by modern air-conditioned vehicles, 6 nights hotel accommodation, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers, local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily and one dinner. Excludes international flights and entrance fees (approx.15USD to be collected at the start of the journey). |
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