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Bangkok
- Sukhothai - Luang Prabang - Bangkok (7 days / 6 nights)
Bangkok
- City of Angels.
Sukhothai - Dawn of happiness
Luang Prabang - Land of a Million Elephants
Thursday: Day 1: Manila / Bangkok
PR 730 Manila Bangkok etd 1005 eta
1240
Leave
Manila for Bangkok, your first stop on this Heritage. Upon arrival
in Bangkok you will be transferred to your hotel for your overnight
stay. Balance of day at leisure. Bangkok, by its very name evokes
intriguing adventure amidst an exotic setting. Using Bangkok as
a base to explore the Mekong, come to see why this city is known
throughout the world for its dazzling temples, spectacular classical
dances and distinguished cuisine. Located on the banks of the Chao
Phraya River, Bangkok is a capital in every sense. Resplendent with
its beautiful Grand Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and many
other historic temples, the city exudes mystique, monarchical charm
and grandeur. Bangkok is, indeed, the Orient's most exotic capital.
Friday: Day 2: Bangkok-Sukhothai
Breakfast at hotel. You will be transferred to
the airport for your flight to Sukhothai by PG 601 ( 0850 - 1000
), the ancient cradle of Thai civilization. Sukhothai, was once
a thriving center of trade, culture and religion. In 1978, the largest
and most complex restoration effort in Thai history was undertaken
and, today, the ancient city is a visual feast of evocative ruins
situated among rolling green hills and tranquil lotus filled ponds.
Sukhothai is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in
Sukhothai you will be transferred to your hotel for overnight accommodations.
Visit Sukhothai Historical Park where you will find among the attractions,
the ruins of the royal palaces, Buddhist temples, a complex system
of canals and ponds to supply watertothe city and a lotus bud-shaped
stupa typifying Sukhothai architecture. . Dinner at the hotel.
Saturday:
Day 3: Sukhothai-Luang Prabang
Breakfast at hotel. We transfer to the airport
for our next destination- Luang Prabang by PG 630 ( 1310-1420 )
.Located on the banks of the Mekong River, Luang Prabang was the
ancient capital of the Lan Xang Kingdom. Surrounded by high forested
mountains and rivers, its location is very beautiful and peaceful.
Luang Prabang was awarded a World Heritage status by UNESCO, ensuring
its glorious temples, royal architecture, culture and traditions
to remain pristine for residents and its' visitors. Upon arrival
in Luang Prabang, visit Wat Visoun, Wat Aham and Phusi Hill till
sunset. Dinner at local restaurant.
Sunday:
Day 4: Luang Prabang
Breakfast at hotel. Today we will take an excursion
river trip to Tham Ting (Pak Ou Holy Caves) - the holy place for
former kings to visit on their annual river trips and a local rice-wine
distillery village. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit Wat
Xieng Thong - the masterpiece of Buddhist temple built in the 16th
century with impressive golden facades and colorful murals. and
Ban Panom. Dinner at local restaurant.
Monday:
Day 5: Luang Prabang / Bangkok
Breakfast at hotel. Time free until your transfer
to airport for your flight from Luang Prabang to Bangkok by PG 632
( 1020 - 1200 ). Upon arrival in Bangkok you will be transferred
to your hotel for overnight accommodations. Balance of day
at leisure.
Tuesday:
Day 6: Bangkok
Breakfast at hotel. Day free for private activities.
Bangkok is a shopper's delight. From budget to high end items you
have a choice that will fill your shopping list, clothes, household
items, fashion accessories and antique decors. While you are shopping
don't forget to take your fill of the mouth watering Thom Yum sour
soup. Food is never expensive in Thailand.
Wednesday:
Day 7: Bangkok/ Manila
PR
731 Bangkok Manila etd 1340 eta 1840
Breakfast at hotel. Free at leisure
until departure time. Transfer to Airport for return flight to Manila.
Departure:
Every Thursday
Proposed
Set A Hotels
- Bangkok
- Zenith Sukhumvit
- Sukhothai
- Pailyn Hotel
- Luang
Prabang - The Grand Luang Prabang
Prices
per person in Set A hotels
Proposed Set B Hotels
- Bangkok
- Amari Watergate Hotel
- Sukhothai
- Pailyn Hotel
- Luang
Prabang - The Souvannaphoum Hotel
Prices
per person in Set B hotels
Price
Inclusions:
- Economy class
airfare via PAL ( Manila - Bangkok- Manila )
- Economy class
airfare via Bangkok Airways ( Bangkok- Sukhothai-Luang Prabang-
Bangkok )
- Accommodation
with breakfast.
- Tours and
meals as mentioned in program.
- English Guide
and all entrance fees to tourist sites.
- Transfer
from airport / hotel v.v.
Price
Exclusions:
- All airport
tax and insurance surcharges.
- Applicable
visa fees.
- Water and
soft drink.
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Notes:
- All rates
are subject to change without prior notice.
- Proposed
hotels maybe be replaced by another hotel of the same category
on certain departures due to seasonal requirements / availability.
- Surcharges:
Stay at Pailyn Hotel (Sukhothai) during the period of 04-08 Nov'02;
surcharge 400
Baht/Room/Night and 350 Baht/ Person/1 dinner.
- Visa: Laos
visa fees USD 30 upon arrival at airport.
- Bring extra passport size
photos.
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