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YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS
DAY 1: FRI: - NORTH
AMERICA / THAILAND
Depart late this evening for exotic Thailand. Cross the International
Date Line en route.
THAILAND
DAY 3: SUN - ARRIVE
BANGKOK
Arrive in Bangkok, the vibrant and throbbing capital of Thailand.
You are welcomed and escorted to the elegant REMBRANDT HOTEL.
DAY 4: MON - BANGKOK
CITY TOUR
Visit the spectacular Grand Palace this morning, home to the Thai
Monarchy and the sacred Emerald Buddha. Glimpse the throne room
of the present dynasty, the fierce guardian gatekeepers, and a
miniature reproduction of Angkor Wat. Take an afternoon tour of
the various canals or "klongs" that give Bangkok its
nickname of "Venice of the East." Then tour the stupendous
Wat Arun or Temple of Dawn. This evening enjoy a special Thai
dinner accompanied with classical dance and music, featuring exquisite
costumes and the elegant movements unique to this style of dance.
B, D
DAY
5: TUE - BANGKOK / CHIANG RAI
Fly to Chiang Rai in the far north, where the borders of Thailand,
Burma and Laos meet. Your afternoon is at leisure. DUSIT ISLAND
RESORT B, D
DAY 6: WED - GOLDEN
TRIANGLE EXCURSION
The entire day is dedicated to visiting the Golden Triangle -
its sights and scenes present images of a traditional way of life
unknown in the western world. Board a long-tailed motorboat for
a fascinating trip downriver and visit remote hilltribe villages.
The area hosts seven major, once-itinerant hill tribes of Tibeto-Burmese
origin, each having distinctive costumes and customs. For a long
time Chiang Rai was isolated from most of Thailand, so its unique
culture survives. Once infamous for opium and gold smuggling,
now Burmese rubies and jade lure buyers. B, L
DAY 7: THU - CHIANG
RAI / CHIANG MAI
Travel by road to Chiang Mai, Thailand's center of handicraft
production and home to artisans of hilltribe artifacts. Tour this
delightful ancient city with a distinctive charm, famous for its
beautiful women, historic temples dating from the 1300's, and
distinctive festivals. Visit the most interesting temples including
Wat Doi Suthep - possibly Thailand's most beautiful temple. Your
tour concludes with a visit to a handicraft factory to see the
manufacturing of lacquerware, weaving of Thai silk, paper umbrella
making, woodcarving, silverware and more delightful arts. This
evening, feast at a Khantoke dinner with authentic traditional
performances featuring regional tribes. CHIANG MAI ORCHID HOTEL
B, D
DAY 8: FRI - CHIANG
MAI / PHUKET
Fly from the jungles of northern Thailand to the tropics of the
far south, to the magical island of Phuket. Blessed with a wide
variety of magnificent beaches, hidden coves and secluded bays,
Phuket is a spectacular kaleidoscope of brilliant colors. PHUKET
ARCADIA HOTEL B, D
DAY 9: SAT - PHUKET
Day at leisure. Perhaps take advantage of some of the numerous
watersports available, or get in some shopping. A boat excursion
to James Bond Island that includes sea canoeing is a popular trip.
Phuket is also known the world over for its excellent seafood.
B, D
DAY 10: SUN - PHUKET
/ BANGKOK
After another day at leisure, fly back to Bangkok in the evening
and overnight at the CENTRAL PLAZA HOTEL B, L
DAY 11: MON - BANGKOK
/ HOME
Depart for home today, taking with you precious memories of wonderful
Thailand. B
OPTIONS: Extend your trip to call about Myanmar!
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