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HOTEL INFORMATION:  Pullman Bangkok King PowerHotel Class: Deluxe This new deluxe hotel offerss contemporary Asian styling in the city center. The hotel's 386 rooms and suites exude Asian contemporary style, with high-tech connections and marbled bathroom. As part of the the hotel's duty-free Complex, guests enjoy direct access to a myriad of shopping boutiques without the traffic hassle. For a slower-paced diversion, the hotel's six dining venues offer trendy atmosphere for embarking on a culinary journey, or simply lounging.  Chiang Mai PlazaHotel Class: Superior First Class Situated close to the banks of the Mae Ping River, the Chiang Mai Plaza has all the facilities of a world-class hotel, plus the warmth of a traditional Northern Thai welcome. 450 spacious guest rooms with all the International amenities, each room is takes its theme from the historic Thai era (Lana) with an air of understated luxury. The Chiang Mai Plaza offers plenty of ways to relax when you are not exploring the city.  Dusit Island ResortHotel Class: Superior First Class Located on its own landscaped island in the Kok River, Dusit Island Resort Chiang Rai is close to the market place and King Meng Rai Monument. The property's amenities include the swimming pool, tennis courts, massage treatments, and several restaurants and bars. All rooms feature TVs, private safes, minibars, hairdryers, central air-conditioning, and bathrooms with full amenities.  River Kwai Village HotelHotel Class: First Class Situated on the bank of the Kwai Noi River, the River Kwai Village Hotel features 191 air-conditioned rooms, all of which are equipped with television, telephone, and a private balcony. This hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool fed by natural waterfalls. The onsite Jungle View bar and restaurant serves both Thai specialties and international cuisine, as well as a wide range of beverages.  Maekok River Village ResortHotel Class: First Class Maekok River Village Resort is located on the banks of the Mae Kok River in northern Chiang Mai. All 29 units are equipped with air-conditioning, telephone, and satellite television. Leisure facilities at the Maekok River Village Resort include swimming pool, paddling pool, library, exercise room, and sauna. Onsite dining options include the Riverside Bar and Restaurant, built in traditional style using bamboo and rice straw thatch, and the Old Mill Rice Bar.
Day 1 - Bangkok, Thailand
Check-in to the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel, a contemporary, superior first class property with a great location close to the dining, entertainment and shopping of downtown. Day 2 - Discover Bangkok In the intimate company of no more than 16 guests, you’ll join your expert guide today to explore Bangkok’s glittering highlights from a variety of perspectives. Begin with a walking tour through the opulent Grand Palace, former residence of Thai Kings, where you’ll see the impressive Coronation Hall and the beautiful Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Then continue by motor boat to explore the homes and temples that cluster along the Chao Phraya River and the city’s many canals. Visit Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, and then continue by tuk-tuk (3-wheel taxi) into the bustling streets of Chinatown, one of the city’s oldest districts. Enjoy leisure time to relax or explore at your own pace before gathering for this evening’s dinner, featuring classic Thai cuisine and a glittering performance of traditional Thai dance presented with exquisite costumes. Meals B,L,D Day 3 - Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Excursion This morning you’ll travel outside the capital to visit the unique floating markets of Damnoen Saduak, the largest and most colorful in all of Thailand, and Phra Pathom Chedi, the tallest Buddhist pagoda in the world. Your afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Your hotel’s excellent downtown location affords easy access to the best of the city – from shopping and dining to sightseeing and entertainment. Meals B,L Day 4 - Bangkok / Kanchanaburi Province Journey into picturesque Kanchanaburi Province, home to the bridge over the River Kwai, to tour the JEATH War Museum and visit the WWII cemetery. Then take an unforgettable train ride aboard the River Kwai Railway over the famous bridge. Check-in to the tranquil River Kwai Village Hotel, where we’ve reserved spacious rooms in the lovely River Wing. After lunch, you’ll travel by boat deep into the lush, tropical forest to visit a Mon Village. Walking with your guide through the village offers enriching insight in their culture and daily life. Tonight’s dinner ends with a performance of Mon Tribal folk dances and music. Meals B,L,D Day 5 - Kanchanaburi / Chiang Mai Drive to Bangkok for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and escorted to the city-center Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel, a superior first class property where we’ve reserved Deluxe Rooms. This afternoon, visit the glittering Doi Suthep Temple, built high atop a forested hill. Tonight’s Khantoke Dinner features northern Lanna-style dishes accompanied by an elegant performance of classical dance. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a spirited presentation of the music and dance of Thailand’s northern hill tribes. Tonight, take advantage of your hotel’s privileged location to explore the close-by Chiang Mai Night Market, world-famous for unbeatable bargains and an astonishing variety of products, from handcrafted hill tribe jewelry and exquisite textiles to inexpensive clothing and souvenirs. Meals B,D Day 6 - Chiang Mai - Doi Inthanon Excursion Join your guide this morning to discover the old Lanna-style buildings of Baan Tawai, many of which now house showrooms and galleries filled with British Colonial and Thai antiques. Then a scenic drive brings you up the forested slopes of Doi Inthanon, the highest mountain in Thailand. After an easy hike to the lovely Mae Klang Waterfalls, you’ll sit down in the cool mountain air for a refreshing picnic lunch. Your afternoon sightseeing includes the Twin Pagodas and a visit to a Meo village, where you’ll learn about the lifestyle, traditional culture, and animist beliefs of this isolated tribe. En route back to the hotel, you’ll also stop by a Karen hill tribe village. Meals B,L Day 7 - Chiang Mai / Thaton This morning, we’ve arranged a unique excursion for you to gain deeper insight into Thailand’s enduring Buddhist traditions. At Wat Srisoda, you’ll see monks engaged in their early morning prayer and then participate in the daily ritual of traditional Buddhist food offerings. Continue by rickshaw through Chiang Mai’s historic town center to experience the rhythms of a typical morning market, where city residents complete their daily shopping. Return to your hotel for breakfast and then journey into the jungle to the Mae Taman Elephant Camp. You’ll observe these elephants “at work” – demonstrating the nimble skills that made them so useful in Thailand’s lumber industry. Then get set to explore the forests from a variety of perspectives, from atop an elephant, on an ox-cart ride, and then bamboo rafting along the tranquil Mae Taeng River. After lunch, continue on to Thaton, a northern province on the Myanmar border. Late in the afternoon, you arrive at the lovely Mae Kok River Village Resort with time to settle-in to your Poolside Suites before our specially-arranged Thai Cooking Class. In a custom-built kitchen, you’ll gather with our chef to learn the preparation of three Thai dishes, before returning to your own fully-equipped station to cook the dishes yourself. Enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner and depart with a complimentary recipe book so you can repeat your efforts at home! Meals B,L,D Day 8 - Thaton / Chiang Rai Journey on the Mae Kok River to Baan Mai and visit a hill tribe village along the way. Then drive through the lush countryside to Mae Chan, where Akha and Yao villagers retain many of their ancient traditions, including colorful, beautifully woven garments. Continue your northward journey after lunch and arrive at the enchanting Dusit Island Resort, with the rest of the day free to enjoy the pool and amenities of your hotel. Meals B,L Day 9 - Chiang Rai - Excursion to the Golden Triangle Travel to Mae Sai, the northern-most point of the Thai border with Myanmar and discover the fabled “Golden Triangle” where Thailand, Burma and Laos meet. After lunch, journey through the captivating landscapes to the banks of the Mekong River and visit the provincial town of Chiang Saen, the first capital of the Lanna Kingdom. You return to Chiang Rai for the night. Meals B,L Day 10 - Chiang Rai / Bangkok Fly to Bangkok where you’ll be met and escorted to the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel. Check-in to your Superior Room and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure. Meals B Day 11 - Bangkok Your program with us finishes this morning. Or, discover more of Thailand and Asia with our FreeStyle Add-ons. Our travel planning experts can assist you and your Travel Agent to plan the perfect extended journey… Discover the spectacular ruins of Angkor Wat with your own private guide… Relax on the expansive beaches of Phuket or immerse in the timeless rhythms of Old Asia in undiscovered Laos… Or travel on to China and enjoy the vibrant energy of Hong Kong or the fascinating contrasts of new and old in Beijing. Meals B
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