Thailand-With-a-Difference

Day 1. Canada/Bangkok

Begin your exciting journey to the Orient with a late night flight for bangkok, via Vancouver

and Hong Kong.

Day 2. Bangkok

Cross the international dateline; arrive in Bangkok in the evening, upon arrival you will be

met and transferred to your hotel.

Day 3. Bangkok

Take the morning to explore on your own, and in the afternoon tour the Grand Palace.

Within the Royal palace gates, you will visit the Dusit Hall which is home to monuments of

the previous royal family. A visit to Thailand is not complete without seeing the famous

Emerald buddha. (B)

Day 4. Bangkok

Take in a full day of Bangkok’s culture and history with a stop at busy Damnoen Saduak

floating market, (Approx 80km southwest of Bangkok) this is Thailand’s largest and most

colorful. Then continue on to the historic World Famous ‘Bridge on the River Kwai” built

during World War II by prisoners of war. (B,L)

Day 5. Bangkok/Chiang Mai

This morning take in a little of Bangkok’s rich history by visiting Vimarnmek Mansion, the gracious old residence of precious golden teak built in 1905 by King Rama V. In the afternoon, transfer from the hotel to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai; upon arrival into Chiang Mai, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B)

Day 6. Chiang Mai

Enjoy a full day tour of the northern Thailand culture. Starting with a visit to Doi Suthep Temple (3500ft. above sea level), here you will enjoy breathtaking views of Chiang Mai. On the drive down you will stop in to visit White Meo Hilltribe Village, to end the day with learning about the production of Thai Silk. (B)

Day 7. Chiang Mai

Leave early this morning for elephant trekking and bamboo rafting. Start the day with a drive to Chiang Dao young elephant training camp where you will observe their training. Then embark on an elephant ride into the jungle. After lunch at a local restaurant you will trek down the Ping River with bamboo rafts, to end the day with a visit to Chiang Dao Caves. (B,L)

Day 8. Chiang Mai/Bangkok/Manohra Song River Cruise

Say goodbye to northern Thailand and transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival to bangkok you will be met and transferred to Manohra Song Pier. Once on board the “Manohra Song River Cruise” you will embark on the “The River of Kings” in luxury and comfort. The boat is a solid teak hull and features air-conditioning, queen-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, expansive saloon living, and sun-deck lounging. First visit would be a Royal Barge Museum which is home to decorated boats, then on to Koh Kret; an island that known for its fine clay earthenware pots. End the day by relaxing and enjoying the Thai cuisine. (B,L,D)

Day 9. Manohra Song River Cruise

It’s an early start to join in with the Monks of Wat Bang Na and tour the temple. After peaceful time at the temple, it’s on to the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya, where a continental breakfast is served. Next stop at Wat Phanancheng, a uNESCO World Heritage site, where you will be picked up by limo to tour around the site for the full views. You will end your day back on the river for the night. (B,L,D)

Day 10. Manohra Song River Cruise/Bangkok/Pattaya

Wake up to the taste of a full English breakfast and join a guided tour of Wat Nivat, one of the more fascinating Buddhist temples. On to Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre for a little shopping. Finish the day with a quick stop at Wat Poh Tong bon to feed the fish, then back to bangkok to disembark at approximately 6:30PM. You will be met and transferred to your hotel in Pattaya for some beach time. (B,L)

Day 11-14. Pattaya

Spend these days relaxing in the sun. (B)

Day 15. Pattaya/Canada

Say goodbye to the Orient and depart Pattaya in the morning for flights home via

Bangkok and Hong Kong. (B)

Tour 1 - Thailand With a Difference