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BaSIx
24 days, ex Bangkok
Departs every Thu & Sun itiNerary... Day 1 Bangkok Dive into Bangkoks frenetic but fascinating city life. Days 2-3 kanchanaburi/river kwai Cruise down the River Kwai for a different view of the infamous bridge or *plus Local Payment THB17,000
Physical culture shock
swim in the magical Erawan Falls. Day 4 ayuthaya Relive Siams glorious past among the ruins of Ayuthaya, capital of Thailand for over 400 years. Day 5 chiang Mai Warm up with a bike ride around the old city walls or climb up to the hilltop temple of Doi Suthep. Days 6-8 hilltribe trek Discover the simple life on a trek through the hills of the north, an opportunity to experience the different cultures and beliefs of the various hilltribes. Day 9 chiang Mai Reward your muscles with a traditional massage or check out Chiang Mais magnificent night bazaar. Day 10 tha ton Hike up to Wat Tha Ton for great views over the countryside or watch river traffic pass by from the guesthouse. Days 11-12 chiang rai Go temple mad or head out to the infamous Golden Triangle, which was awash with opium crops not so long ago. Days 13-15 Bangkok Wander through the crowded streets of Bangkok or have a spiritual moment at Wat Pho. Days 16-17 khao sok National Park Retreat into the rainforest for relaxing walks in search of exotic bird and animal life. Days 18-19 ko samui Enjoy white sand beaches, shady coconut groves and sensational nightlife in Ko Samui. Days 20-23 ko tao Peaceful and picturesque, Ko Tao is a great place to recharge those batteries. Snorkel or dive along colourful reefs or explore this tiny piece of paradise on foot. Day 24 Bangkok The adventure comes full circle in the modern capital.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Enjoying the view, Thailand - James Daniel accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (15 nts), hilltribe villages (2 nts), overnight trains (4 nts), simple huts (2 nts) traNsPort Overnight train, ferry, boat, local bus, songthaew, elephant, walking GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$360 for meals not included DeParts Every Thu & Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes 1. Due to weather conditions, this trip may not visit Ko Tao Nov-Dec. Normally this will mean extra nights on Ko Samui. 2. Some accommodation may be multishare traVeller ratiNG 4.63 out of 5 triP coDe
" see the Bridge over the river kwai " Wander through ancient ayuthaya " sit on a sandy beach in tropical ko samui
TRz
northern thailand
ORIgINaL
15 days, ex Bangkok
Departs every Sun itiNerary... Days 1-2 Bangkok Trade busy streets for lively waterways and take a longtail cruise down the Chao Praya River to discover Bangkoks cultural treasures. See all 46 m of the tremen*plus Local Payment THB 8,500
Physical culture shock
dous Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho before lunch at the floating markets. Days 3-4 kanchanaburi/river kwai Visit the Jeath War Museum before heading to the Erawan National Park for a swim beneath the seven-tiered waterfall. Theres a chance to kayak back to town, paddling under the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai. Day 5 ayuthaya Ancient Ayuthaya is a temple lovers dream. Highlights include the ultra-photogenic Wat Phra Mahatha and Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, where its possible to have your fortune told. Days 6-7 chiang Mai Ride domesticated elephants through a national park. Theres time afterwards to drift downriver on bamboo rafts, enjoy a traditional massage or browse through the night market. Day 8 homestay Experience village life on an overnight stay with our long-time friends. Tonight, enjoy a khantohk dinner accompanied by dance performances by the local school kids. Days 9-11 hilltribe trek Hike through remote villages and discover the diversity of local customs and traditions, staying overnight in simple hilltribe huts. Days 12-13 chiang rai The junction of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar - the Golden Triangle - has shed its chequered past. Visit the Opium Museum for an insight into everything poppy or take a fast boat down the Mekong. Days 14-15 Bangkok Theres time to check out the extensive weekend Chatuchak Market or visit Jim Thompsons house before bidding Thailand goodbye.
accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (8 nts), hilltribe villages (2 nts), homestay (1 nt), barge (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts) traNsPort Overnight train, minibus, longtail boat, local bus, songthaew, cycle rickshaw, elephant, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$225 for meals not included DeParts Every Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes Some accommodation may be multishare traVeller ratiNG 4.69 out of 5 triP coDe Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Making friends, Thailand - Jean-Philippe Klein
" cruise down the chao Praya river " see the tragic Bridge over the river kwai " trek through remote hilltribe villages " shop in Bangkok
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