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Thailand Jungles & Beaches
Thailand
Jungles & Beaches
Group Trip 15 Days
* Walking, elephant riding and bamboo rafting * Ancient and modern cities, temples and markets * Relaxing finale on the tropical island of Koh Samet * Independent family trips available
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rom busy Bangkok with its magnificent temples and lively markets, we head west for some beautiful countryside and the slower pace of rural Thailand. We see the Bridge on the River Kwai and a spectacular waterfall, and visit the ancient Thai capital of Ayuthaya. Then we head north for a few days exploring Chiang Mai and the hilltribe country on foot, on elephant back and even by bamboo raft. Finally, we enjoy a well-earned rest on the tropical island of Koh Samet.
Trip Profile
Flights via Abu Dhabi with Ethiad. Accommodation 11 nights hotels/resort, 1 night basic village house, 1 night overnight train. Swimming all hotels have pools (except Koh Samet). Transport private minibus, boat, public transport, overnight sleeper train, one internal flight. Group min 5, max 16, plus guide. Food all breakfasts, 3 lunches and 1 dinner included. Reality Check large time difference. Night in homestay is basic. Conditions can be very humid, especially on trek. Some malarial areas visited. Several drives of 3-4 hours. Min. Age 6 years.
The Itinerary
Day 1 Depart London. 2 Arrive Bangkok. 3 Tour of Bangkok including the Grand Palace and Wat Pho. Afternoon to Kanchanaburi and a boat ride on the River Kwai. 4 Visit Hellfire Pass and beautiful Erawan Falls. Afternoon free to relax, swim or to walk to the top of the falls. 5 Journey to Ayuthaya, the ancient capital of Thailand, where we see the ruins cruising from a rice barge. Overnight train to Chiang Mai. 6 Visit Wat Doi Suthep (temple) and the Tribal Research Institute. Evening free for shopping in Chang Mai's fantastic night market. 7 Visit to an elephant camp where we can ride elephants. 8/9 Head to the hilltribe region for two days discovering this fascinating area. We enjoy some easy walking, elephant rides and bamboo rafting. As guests of the Palong hilltribe people we spend one night in their village before returning to Chiang Mai. 10 Fly to Bangkok and transfer to the tropical island of Koh Samet. 11/12 Two full days to relax on the beach, go snorkelling or enjoy some of the many optional excursions. 13 Morning at leisure before returning to Bangkok. 14 Free day in Bangkok for last minute shopping or relaxation. 15 Fly to London.
Climate: Bangkok
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Group Dates & Prices
Trip Code * FIT Sun to Sun NO LOCAL PAYMENT Start End Adult Child# 2008 17 Feb 02 Mar £1299 £1149 06 Apr 20 Apr £1499 £1299 27 Jul 10 Aug £1349 £1149 03 Aug 17 Aug £1349 £1149 17 Aug 31 Aug £1349 £1149 20 Dec 03 Jan £1749 £1499 2009 04 Apr 18 Apr £1599 £1399 01 Aug 15 Aug £1449 £1199 15 Aug 29 Aug £1449 £1199 Optional single supplement £250 #Child must be aged 6 to 11 at time of dep. Recommended teenage departure. Departs Bangkok day 14, overnight flight to London with Gulf Air, arriving day 15 Insurance: please see page 68
Independent Holidays
For more information see page 5 Trip Code * LFT NO LOCAL PAYMENT Starting UK 15 days Starting Bangkok 14 days Land only dates & prices for a family of 4 Price per person Adult Child# 2008 20 Feb £999 £949 09 Apr £999 £949 06 Aug £949 £899 20 Aug £949 £899 21 Dec £1099 £1049 2009 06 Apr £1049 £999 13 Jul £999 £949 26 Jul £999 £949 09 Aug £999 £949 23 Aug £999 £949 Compulsory single supplement £260 Adult package price from £1440 Child package price from £1290 #Child must be aged 6 to 11 at time of dep.
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