DAY 1: Sun - Feb 16, 2025 - Depart USA
- Depart for Thailand from Dulles International (IAD).
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DAY 2: Mon - Feb 17, 2025 - Arrival to Bangkok
- Arrival in Bangkok, Our guide will be waiting for you and you will be transfer to your hotel
- Tonight, our guide meets and transfers you to Sala Rattanakosin Hotel for dinner (Thai Set dinner + a glass of red wine).
- Overnight in Bangkok
- Meal: Dinner
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DAY 3: Tue - Feb 18, 2025 - Bangkok City Tour
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 09:00-17:00hrs
- The Grand Palace is a must see for every visitor to Bangkok. Located close to the banks of the Chao Phraya River (The River of Kings) the Grand Palace is the perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Within the compound is the Temple of The Emerald Buddha (Wat Pra Kaew), which houses Thailand most precious image of the Lord Buddha. The Emerald Buddha is believed to have supernatural powers and is dressed in robes according to the season by the King of Thailand himself.
- Next stop is Wat (temple) Pho. Wat Pho houses 46 meters long reclining Buddha. The temple is considered the earliest center for public education in Thailand.
- Stop for lunch at Thai restaurant
- Travel on the Chao Phraya River (The River of Kings) and on through the Klongs (canals) of Thonburi. You will have the chance to observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways, which gave the city the name Venice of the East. You will also pay a visit to one of the most photographed sights in Bangkok, the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun). Impress the Khmer-style tower with many detailed floral mosaics made from broken Chinese porcelain.
- Note: Proper attire required when visit to the Grand Palace (no sleeveless shirt, no vests, o short top, no see-through tops, no short hot pants or short pants, no torn pants, no tight pants, no bike pant, no mini-skirts and no strapless-heel shoes).
- Overnight in Bangkok
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 4: Wed - Feb 19, 2025 - Full Day Bangkok Tour
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 07.00-17.00
- Depart early morning for the two-hour drive to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. En route first visit at Maeklong Railway Market, the name says it all: it is a market which has a train running right through the middle of it. The market offers everything you expect a Thai market to offer but the Maeklong Railway Market differentiates itself from the other markets by having a railway located in the middle. If the products for sale are not placed on the railway itself, they are placed really closed to it. Every time the train is about to drive through, the vendors recognize the warning bell, they immediately jump out of their chairs to pull back their awnings and when needed their products as well so the train will not hit the vendors` belongings. Tourists and the vendors gather very close, but far enough, along the railway to let the train pass by safely. For many tourists this is the moment to take a video or a picture of this impressive moment.
- Right after the train has passed the stands, the vendors immediately place their belongings back at the railway and it looks like nothing has happened. We continue drive to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, to see the traditional way of selling and buying goods in Thailand.
- Lunch at local restaurant, visit Baan Bang Phlap, the farming community provides visitors with a chance to experience another aspect of Thai culture and a more traditional way of life. Unwind in the Thai countryside and ease into the slow life as you cycle along country lanes and walk through fruit orchards.
- Overnight in Bangkok
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 5: Thu - Feb 20, 2025 - Full day Ayutthaya (go by road and return by join cruise with buffet lunch)
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 07:00-17:00hrs
- In the morning, leave Bangkok for Ayutthaya, the ancient Siamese capital. Today, Ayutthaya hosts some of Thailand most important historical landmarks and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. The magnitude and number of the ancient temple ruins speaks of the former greatness of the city, i.e., Wat Chaiwatthanaram, conceived as a replica of the Angkor Temple. Wat Mahathat, one of the oldest and most significant temples in Ayutthaya and Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, built in 1900 by King U Thong who granted the temple with the name Wat Pa Kaew. The Bang-Pa-In Summer Palace of King Rama V consists of buildings in Gothic, Renaissance, Chinese and Thai architecture.
- Welcome aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner at Wat Chong-Lom Pier (in Nonthaburi Province).
- Sumptuous buffet lunch with a choice of a variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served, while you may relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi, past Koh Kred, The Monn community before reaching Bangkok city and transfer to your hotel.
- Note:
- Smart casual summer wear and comfortable walking shoes are advised. For religious reasons, women should wear short-sleeved tops with full-length trousers or knee-length skirts and men should wear trousers and short-sleeved shirts, Shoes must be removed before entering any temple.
- Overnight in Bangkok
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 6: Fri - Feb 21, 2025 - Bangkok, Phuket
- Transfer to Suvarnabhumi airport for your flight to Phuket
- Upon arrival, our guide meets and transfers you by private vehicle to your hotel and check in.
- Rest of the day is free at your leisure
- Overnight in Phuket
- Meal: Breakfast
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DAY 7:
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 08:00-16:00hrs
- Phuket has a fantastic array of attractions we have ed a Phuket Tour handpicked from our own experience. Our Phuket Tour is an exclusive creation including the most popular sites of the island. We will start by picking you up directly from your hotel with our awesome local tour guide. You`ll be taken to see all the most famous spots in Phuket including: Karon viewpoint, a majestic coastline panorama including the most famous beaches of the island.
- Laem Promthep, the southern cape with his Shrine let you feel in the middle of the ocean Big Buddha, the huge 45m tall statue/temple sitting at the top of Nakerd Hill with a breathtaking view of the island.
- Chalong Temple, Phuket`s largest and most revered temple, built at the beginning of the 19th century.
- Lunch at local restaurant.
- Phuket town, admire the colorful colonial architecture of such as the Sino-Portuguese shop houses and the Sino-Colonial mansions along of Dibuk road and Talang road
- Note:
- Since bus is unable to reach Big Buddha, so this tour will be operated by van with one guide escort.
- 1 van is for 7-8 pax.
- Sukkho Spa has no lunch operated, so we will provide lunch at local restaurant instead.
- Overnight in Phuket
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 8: Sun - Feb 23, 2025 - Full Day Phi Phi Island and Bamboo Island by Private Speed Boat
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 08:00-18:00hrs
- Marvel at the jungle-shrouded rock formations and turquoise waters of the Phi Phi archipelago during an unforgettable experience by speedboat. Spend the day sunning, swimming, and snorkeling around some of Thailand`s most postcard-worthy destinations, including the beautiful coral reefs, the unique Pileh Lagoon, the powdery white beaches of Bamboo Island, and the emerald waters of Maya Beach, immortalized by the movie, `The Beach` starring Leonardo DiCaprio. You`ll be picked up from your hotel and be transported to this aquatic paradise where you can explore the underwater world teeming with colorful marine life, take in the spectacular sights, and enjoy a beachside restaurant lunch. You`ll leave in awe at the sights etched in your memory with a clear understanding why this stunning part of the world is so often frequented by travelers and locals alike.
- Note: Program can be changed depending on weather and tide condition.
- Overnight in Phuket
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 9: Mon - Feb 24, 2025 - Full day Phang Nga and Khai Island by Private Speed Boat
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Time: 08:00-18:00hrs
- This is truly one of the most unique places in the world with over 47 islands and a gorgeous Mangroves Forest, not to be missed for those who love nature. The Phang Nga Bay day trip from Phuket takes you through the emerald waters of this epic bay, past hundreds of limestone islands, aboard the boat. Canoe through the hidden lagoons and caves, stop off at the world-famous James Bond Island, the island made famous in the 1974 by The Man with The Golden Gun. Visit the fishing village of Koh Panyee. Swim, snorkel and relax in Kai Island.
- Note: Program can be changed depending on weather and tide condition.
- Round trip transfer for dinner at Kan Eng @ Pier (Thai Set dinner + a glass of house wine).
- Overnight in Phuket
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 10: Tue - Feb 25, 2025 - Departure
- Breakfast, Free morning at leisure
- 11:00 AM check out from our hotel room and we may leave our luggage at the hotel front desk
- 15:30 PM Transfer from hotel to airport for our departure flight
- 19:30 PM Flight will take off from HKT airport
- 23:05 PM Arrive to Dubai for connecting flight
- Meal: Breakfast
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DAY 11: Wed - Feb 26, 2025 - Arrival to IAD
- 02:25 AM flight will take off from Dubai
- 08:10 AM arrival at Dulles International (IAD)
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