DAY 1: BANGKOK – AYUTTHAYA (Meals: None)
Travel through the countryside to north of Bangkok, heading for Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam. Once the center of the Kingdom, today only the ruins of this magnificent city remain. Visit the Summer Palace of King Rama IV with its mixture of Thai, Chinese and Gothic Architecture, a well-preserved “Monument” to a former historical period. Lunch at a local restaurant before continue to Wat Phra Sri Sanpetch the former Royal Temple. Sacred the Viharn Monkol Borphit before transfer to Wat Chai Wattanaram the Khmer Temple where is located close to the river. Then, proceed to Wat Yai Chai Mongkol for sacred the reclining Buddha image. Later on, transfer to Wat Mahathat (where the head of Lord Buddha Image is covered by Pho Tree so far) & Wat Ratchaburana nearby. O/N in Ayutthaya
DAY 2: AYUTTHAYA – KHAO YAI (Meals: B/L)
Visit to Thailand oldest national Park at the highest conservation program is including opportunity to enjoy your photography, bird watching and wildlife study with the experience jungle tour guide. The tours included entry fee to National Park, viewpoint, soft trekking 2 hrs along the beautiful nature & lunch at the local restaurant, pass through the beautiful waterfall. Lunch at the local restaurant also coffee break & fruit will be served at the waterfall or at your convenient time. As well, the tour included elephant riding for 45 min along the scenery forest. As well, the tour included elephant riding for 45 min along the scenery forest. O/N in Khao Yai
DAY 3: KHAO YAI – PHITSANULOK – SUKHOTHAI (Meals: B/L)
After breakfast, transfer to Phitsanulok, where you will have a good chance to sacred the most beautiful Lord Buddha Image namely Phra Sri Rattana Sasadaram or Phra Buddha Chinaraja. Lunch at a local restaurant. Embark to Sukhothai Historical Park or the 1st Capital of Thailand. Found in the 13th century, Sukhothai (literally means Dawn of Happiness) was the first truly independent Thai Kingdom, which enjoyed a golden age under King Ramkhamhaeng, credited with creating the Thai alphabet. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have been lovingly restored in Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see for all travellers. O/N in Sukhothai
DAY 4: SUKHOTHAI (Meals: B/L)
Sri Satchanalai Historical Park is located on the bank of the Yom River at Tambon Muang Kao, Si Satchanalai county, only 55 km. from the town of Sukhothai. The ancient town, formerly call "Muang Chaliang", was named "Si Satchanalai" during the Phra Ruang Dynasty when a new administrative centre was established to replace Chaliang. This ancient town occupied more than 320 hectares (800 acres) of land. Of this, the 91- hectare (288 acres) area within the old laterite ramparts and the city moat is the focus of sightseeing in the historical park. O/N in Sukhothai
DAY 5: SUKHOTHAI – CHIANG MAI (By flight) (Meals: B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to air port for flight tot Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, meet and greet and transfer to hotel and take a short rest, then the journey begins with a visit to a Meo Hill tribe village. Since they originally migrated from South China, the physical features of the tribe are similar to Chinese. They prefer large families and average about 8 in a family. They practice shifting agriculture. Mostly planting upland rice, corn and soybeans. Generally you will find that the womenfolk’s works harder than the men. A traits similar with most hill tribes. Their houses are not built on stilt rather directly on the ground. Due to its proximity to Doi Suthep this particular village is slightly more commercial and less traditional. Doi Pui was once famous for opium cultivation. It’s 1500 metre above the sea level. Trip continues on to Wat Doi Suthep Temple. Driving up offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai city. Lunch at a local restaurant. O/N in Chiang Mai
DAY 6: CHIANG MAI – DEPARTURE (Meals: B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure until the time transfer to the Airport/Railway station/Bus terminal.
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J-TLD02.TOUR COST IN US DOLLAR PER PERSON VALID 30SEP 2008
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Group size
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First Class
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Superior class
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Deluxe class
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2 pax
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896
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920
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1,132
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3 – 4 pax
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842
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866
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1,079
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Single supplement
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128
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150
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352
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HOTEL USE FOR THIS PROGRAM
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Area
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First Class
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Superior class
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Deluxe class
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Ayutthaya
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Ayothaya Hotel
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Ayothaya Hotel
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Ayothaya Hotel
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Khao Yai
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Juldis Resort
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Greenery Resort
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Kirimaya
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Sukhothai
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Ananda Museum
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Ananda Museum
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Ananda Museum
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Chiang Mai
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Maninarakorn
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Centara Duangtawan
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Puripunn
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INCLUSIVE:
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotel or similar one
Meal as mentioned: B = breakfast, L = Lunch, D = dinner
Entrance fee to indicated sights
English speaking guide
EXCLUSIVE:
Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight in/ out Thailand, any optional additional tours or activities during free time. |