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SOUTH EAST ASIA
THAILAND
Tranquil beaches of Koh Hai/Greg Thurston
Islands in the Sun
15 DAYS HOTELS/BUNGALOWS WARM SEAS & TROPICAL ISLANDS
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15 DAYS HOTELS/BUNGALOWS/JUNGLE LODGE WARM SEAS AND TROPICAL ISLANDS
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Fly from
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Emerald Buddha Grand Palace Wat Po
THAILAND
Optional Krabi sea-kayaking
off the Thai coast most are uninhabited sheer limestone outcrops, trailing a mane of green tropical plants. Koh Racha Yai is a beautiful spot to enjoy the clear waters and white sandy beaches so typical of this area. Whilst here we visit take a boat trip around the island with a focus on snorkelling and swimming the warm seas. Krabi & Koh Lanta A drive and another ferry take us to Nopparat Beach near to Krabi. Here you can simply relax on the white sandy beach, or for the more adventurous you may choose to go seakayaking through the mangrove forests around Koh Hong and Ao Thalan full instructions and life jackets provided. On Koh Lanta, superb long beaches give way to a steep ridge and forested interior. The island has one of the largest populations in the area, and most of its 20 000 inhabitants are Moslem, who arrived from Malaysia 200 years ago and give the island its distinct feel. Relaxing on Koh Hai Continuing, we board a ferry over to the idyllic island of Koh Hai. A favourite for many, much of this little island is a forested National Park. We travel by boat to nearby Koh Muk to journey into the stunning Emerald cave. It's also possible to make a day trip to nearby Phi Phi island, where magnificent limestone cliffs rise sheer out of the water.
During the summer months, the islands in the Gulf of Thailand receive a more favourable climate than those of the Andaman Sea. Rich in flora, these lush forested islands have stunning beaches and clear blue warm waters.
Khao Sok National Park After sightseeing in Bangkok, we will catch the overnight sleeper train to Surat Thani, before continuing to Khao Sok National Park, one of the oldest and most bio-diverse jungles in Southeast Asia. We wake to the sounds of the jungle and spend time enjoying the park with walks and elephant riding available. Koh Phangan Returning to Surat Thani we catch a ferry to the idyllic island of Koh Phangan. The island's lack of infrastructure means that many of its abundant isolated coves and beaches are inaccessible by road, and a laid-back atmosphere pervades. We plan a boat tour around the island visiting its main waterfalls and coves. Koh Tao & Koh Samui A short ferry ride brings us to Koh Tao, world famous for its magnificent diving and snorkelling. We take a trip by boat to some of the main snorkelling sights, or you may wish to simply enjoy the scenery of this small,
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Overnight train from BANGKOK To BANGKOK Boat trips & snorkeling KOH TAO
Gulf of Thailand
Ang Thong NP optional trip
KOH PHANGAN Isolated caves
NOPPARAT BEACH
Phuket Phi Phi Island Optional visit
Train to
BANGKOK
Bustling island KOH SAMUI
KOH RACHA YAI
Boat trip Snorkeling
KOH LANTA
Optional walks & elephant ride
Chieo Lan Dam
KHAO SOK NP
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KOH HAI
Pakmeng Pier
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Optional jungle trails & elephant riding
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South from Bangkok are the tropical paradise that are Thailand's islands. We sample their exotic diversity, lush forests, coastal beaches and animated waterfronts. People here are a colourful mixture of Thais, Chinese and Malay ancient seafarers by tradition.
Thai Island Hopping After sightseeing in Bangkok, we fly to Phuket then catch a ferry to Koh Racha Yai, our gateway to the fabulous islands of the Andaman Sea. There are more than 130 lying Snorkelling in tropical waters/Mark Shenley
forested island. Keen divers may also like to enjoy a few dive outings. Finally we cruise back to Koh Samui, our final destination. Simply relax on the white sand beaches or maybe partake in some of the many options available on the island, such as a Thai cooking course. For the more adventurous, you may choose to take a trip to the Ang Thong National Marine Park for some sea kayaking around the limestone outcrops and deserted islands. We then continue by plane to Bangkok.
Combine your tour...
Experience more by combining this tour with our Old Siam & the River Kwai Ref. OST. See p177 for further details.
Combine your tour...
Experience more by combining this tour with our Old Siam & the River Kwai Ref. OSTE. See p177 for further details
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Bangkok. 2 Arrive Bangkok. 3 In Bangkok; city tour. 4 Fly to Phuket; ferry to Koh Racha Yai. 5 On Koh Racha Yai; boat trip around island for snorkelling. 6 Ferry to Phuket; drive Nopparat Beach (Krabi). 7 At Nopparat Beach; optional sea kayaking and relaxing. 8 Ferry to Koh Lanta. 9 Optional boat trips, snorkelling, cookery or elephant rides. 10 Ferry to Koh Hai island. 11 & 12 On Koh Hai; boat trip to Emerald Cave, optional day trip to Phi Phi. 13 Ferry to Krabi; drive Trang, overnight train Bangkok. 14 Fly London. 15 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 2nts hotel, 9nts bungalow, 1nt a/c berth on sleeper train; 11 breakfasts included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus/Ferry/Train/Boat/Flight. Comment: A carefree trip to unwind in the easy going atmosphere of three enchanted islands. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver, boatmen and some local guides. Group Size: Approx. 12 to 16.
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Bangkok. 2 Arrive Bangkok. 3 In Bangkok; city tour; overnight train to Surat Thani. 4 Arrive Surat Thani, drive to Khao Sok; PM rainforest walk. 5 In Khao Sok; elephant ride. 6 Drive Surat Thani, ferry to Koh Phangan. 7 & 8 On Koh Phangan; boat trip around island. 9 Ferry to Koh Tao. 10 On Koh Tao; snorkelling trip; optional diving. 11 Ferry to Koh Samui. 12 On Koh Samui; optional sea-kayaking. 13 Fly to Bangkok. 14 Fly London. 15 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 2nts hotel, 7nts bungalow, 2nts jungle lodge, 1nt a/c sleeping berth on train; 11 breakfasts & 2 lunches included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus/Ferry/Train/Boat/Flight. Comment: A summer trip to unwind in the easygoing atmosphere of three beautiful islands, plus a chance to experience the magic of a tropical rainforest. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver and boatmen. Group Size: Approx. 12 to 16.
Elephant riding/Rick Britton
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