Bangkok-Sukhothai-Luang Prabang-Siem Reap-Bangkok (9 Days/ 8 Nights)

Bangkok - City of Angels.
Sukhothai - Dawn of happiness.
Luang Prabang - Land of a Million Elephants.
Angkor (Siem Reap, Cambodia) - One of the World's Great Wonders.

Saturday: Day 1: Manila / Bangkok

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.

Sunday: Day 2: Bangkok-Sukhothai

Breakfast at hotel. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Sukhothai, 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.

Monday: Day 3: Sukhothai

Free day in Sukhothai to explore the other interesting sights.

Tuesday: Day 4: Sukhothai-Luang Prabang

Breakfast at hotel. We transfer to the airport for our next destination- Luang Prabang. 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.

Wednesday: Day 5: 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.

Thursday Day 6: Luang Prabang- Siem Reap

Breakfast at hotel. Depart from Luang Prabang to Siem Reap. A sleepy town in northwestern Cambodia, Siem Reap is the gateway to Angkor, a region of lush tropical jungles dotted with scores of ancient stone temples. The temples of Angkor are breathtakingly beautiful - a lasting monument to the greatness of the ancient Khmer Empire. Founded in the 9th century, the ancient city's site covers almost 200 square kilometers, and draws visitors from around the world. The lotus towers of Angkor dominate Cambodia's flat landscape. Angkor is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is free. Dinner at the hotel.

Friday: Day 7: Siem Reap

Breakfast at hotel. Visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Elephant and Leper King Terrace. A great
city built in12th century by Jayavarman VII. Bayon has more than 200 enormous mysterious faces. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit Angkor Wat - the largest religious monument in the world taken 30 years to build by King Suryavarman II. Using sandstone as the main material for the construction, the material was transported by elephants from Kulen Mountain some 47kms away from the site. Dinner at local restaurant.

Saturday: Day 8: Siem Reap-Bangkok

Breakfast at hotel. This morning's visit will take you to Ta Prohm, Preah Khan and Neak Pean. Ta Prohm was built by King Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his mother in the 12th century. It was rediscovered in 1860 by the Frenchman Henri Mouhot and left as seen then in the hands of nature. Lunch at local restaurant. Transfer to airport. Depart from Siem Reap to Bangkok. Overnight in Bangkok.

Sunday: Day 9: Bangkok / Manila

Breakfast at hotel. Free at leisure until departure time. Transfer to Airport for flight to Manila.

Departure : Every Saturday from 18 October 2003 - 31 March 2004

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