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DISCOVERY OF THAILAND --- 10 days / 09 nights ---

BANGKOK - PATTAYA BEACH - PHUKET BEACH

Day 1: ARRIVAL IN BANGKOK (by A/C car)

Arrival at airport in Bangkok. Welcome to Bangkok - the “Land of Smiles”, one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities, a national treasure house and Thailand’s spiritual, cultural, political, commercial, educational and diplomatic centre. After a moment of courtesy meeting then self-introduce with tour guide at the meeting point's Bangkok Airport, transfer to hotel for check in and free at leisure for your own activities. Please note that standard check in time is 14.00, check out at 12.00. Early check in or late check-out is subject to room availability. Hotel would probably guarantee early check in or late checkout as an extra surcharge on depend to the rooming’s status at that time. In the evening, we highly recommend a welcome dinner with THAI DINNER & DANCES - A Thai cultural dance and music performance with delicious Thai dinner in traditional setting at Silom Village Restaurant (or similar) - The last restaurant constructed in the old Thai traditional village style on Silom Road is housed in a compound with 15 teak houses and 3 buildings. These houses were constructed during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in 1908 and converted to a restaurant and Thai handicraft shops in 1981. The menu offers a range of Thai food, seafood and basic favorites that appeal to foreigners and guest will be entertained by live Thai music and dance performances in the traditional style. (see supplement) Overnight in Bangkok.

 

Day 2: BANGKOK (by A/C car, boat)

Today, let enjoy a full day tour to discover Highlights of Bangkok. The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (the Temple of the Emerald Buddha) - Together, these two sites form what many consider the greatest spectacle for visitors to Bangkok. Dating back to 1782 (when Bangkok was founded), the entire compound consists of over 100 brightly colored buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics. Because of its popularity, this destination is often extremely crowded, but still an essential part of any trip to Bangkok. Presently, the Grand Palace is used for the occasional ceremony and is no longer the royal home (the present King Bhumibol lives in Chitralada Palace, located in Bangkok's nearby Dusit district). The interiors of most of the buildings in the Grand Palace are closed to the public. Wat Phra Kaew adjoins the Grand Palace in a common compound and is the home of the country's most famous Buddha statue (also known as the Emerald Buddha). This important figure has a long and interesting history that is tied to the royal family and once resided in nearby Wat Arun. It is relatively small (about 66 centimeters) and is situated in a high position in the Wat to signify its important status in the Thai kingdom. Wat Po (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha) - Bangkok’s largest temple is most famous as the home a giant reclining Buddha statue (45 meters long), but there is also much more to see here. Four large Chedis (and 73 small ones) 394 Buddha statues, and a Bodhi tree are situated throughout the compound and about 300 monks live in the monastery. Lunch at local restaurant (see supplement). Thonburi Klongs: Travel on the picturesque Chao Phraya River (also known as the River of the Kings) and throughout the klongs (canals) of Thonburi situated on the West side of the river from Bangkok. This is an excellent chance to observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways, all of which helped gave the city the nickname of “Venice of the East.” A highlight of this trip includes Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), a major riverside landmark.  This magnificent shrine is decorated with ceramic pieces from top to bottom and has a pagoda that soars 79 meters into the sky. The afternoon concludes with a visit to the Flower Market and The Golden Mount. Return to hotel and free time. Overnight in Bangkok. (B)

 

Day 3: BANGKOK FULL DAY TOUR (by A/C car, boat)

A continuing full day in Bangkok with Floating Market & River Kwai. Floating Market - Located at Ratchaburi Province, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market dates back to 1866 when King Rama IV ordered that a canal 32 kilometers long be dug at Damnoen Saduak to connect the Mae Klong and Tacheen Rivers (his reason for doing so lies in the fact that the quality of the soil on the banks of the canal is excellent for growing many kinds of fruits and vegetables including Malacca grape, Chinese grapefruit, mangos, bananas, and coconuts). The Floating Market is an ideal place for tourists to see the old style and traditional way of selling and buying fruits, vegetables and other from small boats. Tourists will also be able to see traditional Thai houses and the way locals use boats in their everyday lives. River Kwai - Apart from the fascinating natural geography, this region has many major attractions affiliated with World War II: The Bridge over the River Kwai, still in use today, was the target of frequent Allied bombing raids during 1945, and was rebuilt after the war end. The JEATH Museum, an enclave constructed largely as an Allied prisoners of war camp, contains a collection of photographs. The War Cemetery is the final resting place for over 6000 prisoners of war who perished during the construction of the “Death Railway,” (also known as Hell Fire Pass). Visitors to Kanchanaburi will be moved as they reflect on how these memorials have come to signify the harsh realties of war. Return to hotel and free time. Overnight in Bangkok. (B).

 

Day 4: BANGKOK - PATTAYA (by A/C car 160km)

After breakfast, check out then drive to Pattaya, located 160 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. Pattaya has emerged as the favorite Southeast Asian vacation spot. A fascinating escape where tourists, holiday-makers from around the world unfold an incomparable array of possibilities to unwind during exotic holiday on much fun and comfortable beach vacations. Check-in and free at leisure for your own activities. Evening you will enjoy Alcazar Show. Showtime at 18.30 PM. The Alcazar Show is the greatest transvestite cabaret show in Asia and has become the legend of Pattaya. The Alcazar will offer a memorable experience of a life time with a marvelous combination of Music, Dance, and costume presentations. The magical performance of Alcazar involves high-technology of computerized lighting system, studio colors, and circle surround of DTS system. Today, the Alcazar is a "World Class" cabaret show in its own right. No visit to Pattaya is complete without seeing the spectacular Alcazar Show. With your "Satisfaction guaranteed", everyone of all age groups will undoubtedly have the most entertaining night!. Overnight in Pattaya. (B)

 

Day 5: PATTAYA (by A/C car, glass-bottomed boat)

After breakfast, you will enjoy full day with Coral Island Tour. An exhilarating experience from the moment the motor launch leaves Pattaya Bay until the return in the late afternoon, this excursion offers guests the opportunity to sail across the sparking aqua-blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand for over an hour and then anchor offshore from Koh Larn (Coral Island) for fun under the brilliant tropical sun. Once there, you can relax, swim, dive, snorkel (your own account) or simply bronze yourself on the Island’s golden beaches. The whole day is designed for maximum enjoyment and the unique experience of this idyllic tropical paradise. After a delicious lunch on the Island (see supplement), board a glass-bottomed boat to view the beautiful coral formations before finally returning to Pattaya Bay. Overnight in Pattaya. (B).

 

Day 6: PATTAYA - BANGKOK - PHUKET (by A/C car, plane)

After breakfast, check out then drive to the airport in Bangkok for flight to Phuket by PG273 at 13.55-15.20. Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, is blessed with magnificent coves and bays, palm-fringed beaches, sparkling island dotted seas, sincerely hospitable people, superb accommodation and sea-food, etc. Transfer to hotel with English speaking guide for check in and the balance of the day is free at leisure for your own activities. Overnight in Phuket. (B)

 

Day 7: PHUKET (by A/C car, boat)

After breakfast, you will enjoy full day Phang Nga Bay tour by cruiser. This exciting, all-day excursion takes visitors to the unique and spectacular seascape of Phang Nga, one of nature’s most unusual and beautiful locations, and the site of the 1974 James Bond film “The Man With The Golden Gun,” (starring Roger Moore as 007 and Christopher Lee as the title character). From there, guests depart from Laem Sai in a speedy luxury cruiser to enjoy more amazing scenery including the dramatic limestone mountains of Panak Island and Hong Island, before approaching Koh Tapu which has become known as ‘James Bond Island.’ From there, the boat outing continues through the mangrove and silent caves, with cliff faces that seemingly rise majestically straight up from the sea. An afternoon lunch (see supplement) will be served at Koh Pannyi (also known as Sea Gypsy Island) which is built over the water on stilts, before the day concludes with a tour to the dreamy landscape of Koh Lawa Beach. Return to hotel and time of rest. Overnight in Phuket. (B)

 

Day 8,9: PHUKET BEACH FREE AT LEISURE (no transfer, sightseeing, guide)

Take your time to free at leisure, the sunny beaches in Phuket are so transparent water, often calm and healthy air, you would enjoy yourself free-care full days to sun-sea bathing on beach or just relax yourself and lazing around to discover the exotic sightseeings, a selection of particularly interesting water sports for Pro or just Initiate is available such as non-motorized water sports is available, inclusive of kayaking, catamaran, body boarding and wind surfing by your own. Let’s making the most of unforgettable senses of the restful days truly in your life. Daily breakfast & Overnight in Phuket. (B)

 

Day 10: PHUKET - BANGKOK - FLY BACK HOME (by A/C car, plane)

After breakfast, check out then transfer to airport for a flight back to Bangkok by PG272 at 10.20-11.45 (supposing), then take a connecting flight back home. Have a safe trip back home! It’s timely, you have to say Good-Bye Thailand. We (Toan Vinh Tours) thank you very much for your choice of our company as your ground handler in Thailand and may be Indochina countries on further, be sure all our people are your best friends always and beyond. May we will meet and honoured welcome you have other voyages to Indochina in the days coming, continuing to discover, to experience the endless imposing landscapes, and then get the really restful moments in a diversified World and a colourful Sub region of Mekong River: VIETNAM - LAOS - CAMBODIA - THAILAND - MYANMAR! GOOD-BYE & SEE YOU AGAIN! (B)

 

 

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