Friday, May 1, 2009
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Our trip to Thailand 2009
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Our Itinerary
- April 19th: Depart USA. Our journey begins.
- April 20th: Evening arrival in Bangkok. Century Park Hotel
- April 21st: Bangkok. Special “orientation breakfast”, then embark on an included tour introducing you to some of the outstanding Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Visit Wat Trimitr with its invaluable 5-tons solid gold statue of Buddha and Wat Po, featuring the colossal 150 foot long “Reclining Buddha”. See the White Marble Temple representing the finest example of Thai architecture.
- April 22 & 23rd: Bangkok. Two days at leisure to discover Thailand’s vibrant and exotic capital at your own pace. Your Tour Director can make suggestions for independent exploration. Full day excursion to the colorful Damneon Saduak floating market, reached by a rice barge followed by a visit to the Rose Garden, a Thai village featuring a presentation of local arts and customs
- April 24th: Bangkok/Ayutthaya/Phitsanulok. Over the next few days venture into some of Thailand’s most fascinating regions, rich with culture, history and stunning landscape. In Ayutthaya, the ancient capital, see the giant bronze statue of Wat Mongkol Borpith and the three ancient pagodas at Wat Phra Sri. Continue to Lopburi to view the magnificent stone carvings of Phra Prang Sam Yod as well as the Monkey Temple. Drive via beautiful scenery of rice paddies to Phitsanulok, the gateway to Northern Thailand, visit the Bronze Case Factory and view how Buddha Images are made in an authentic way.
- April 25th: Phitsanulok/Sukothai/Lampang. Today travel to Sukhothai to see the famous ruins of this 13th century first capital of Siam. Visit the Textile Museum, a unique private collection. Continue to Sri Satchanalai, the northern outpost town of the Kingdom of Sukhothai, built by King Ramkamhaeng where you’ll visit an ancient Ceramic Kiln before proceeding to Lampang for overnight.
- April 26th: Golden Triangle/Chiang Rai. Lampang is famous for its narrow streets and traditional horse-drawn carriages. Visit a local paper and ceramic making village. Depart for Phayao, a rural lakeside town and once princely state. Proceed to Chiang Saen, situated on the border with Laos. Enjoy a short boat trip on the Mekong River towards the Golden Triangle - the meeting point of Thailand, Burma and Laos. Visit Mae Sai, the Northern-most point of Thailand, stroll through the colorful local market and shop for Burmese handicrafts before arriving in charming Chiang Rai. Phowadol Resort & Spa
- April 27th: Chiang Rai. Day at leisure. Our hotel is located within easy access to the Mae Kok River. This morning join an optional boat trip down the river and visit the fascinating local hilltribe villages, learn about their culture and observe the colorful costumes
- April 28th: Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai. Morning drive to Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North.” Your hotel is centrally located within a short walking distance to the renowned night market. Afternoon at leisure.
- April 29th: Chiang Mai. Today visit an elephant camp and see a demonstration of the role of the elephant in Thai agriculture, commerce and culture. Later visit an Orchid Farm. Afternoon at leisure to discover the charm and beauty of this ancient city.
- April 30th: Chiang Mai. Morning optional city tour visits Chiang Mai’s most interesting temples as well as fascinating Wat Doi Suthep located high in the mountains
- May 1st: Chiang Mai/Bangkok. Final day at leisure for shopping or independent pursuits. Late today, fly back to Bangkok.
- May 2nd: Bangkok/USA. Connect in Bangkok for the flight home. Arrive the USA later today.
