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15 Day Classic Thailand with Taipei
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| 2 Taipei, 3 Bangkok, 1 Ayutthaya, 1 Sukhothai, 2 Chiang Rai, 3 Chiang Mai, 1 Bangkok |
| Roundtrip airfare from LAX, 2 Taipei, 3 Bangkok, 1 Ayutthaya, 1 Sukhothai, 2 Chiang Rai, 3 Chiang Mai, 1 Bangkok, all transfers, most meals and sightseeing |
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- Flights LAX-Taipei, Bangkok-LAX
- Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for ion and prices
- Airline fuel surcharges
- Intra-flights
- 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights at the Riviera hotel, Taipei
- 3 nights at the [Century Park Hotel
], Bangkok
- 1 night at the [Kantary Hotel ], Ayutthaya
- 1 night at the [Legendha Sukhothai ], Sukhothai
- 2 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort ], Chiang Rai
- 3 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Mai], Chiang Mai
- 1 night at the [Kantary House Bangkok], Bangkok
- All transfers
- 14 meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of an English-speaking tour manager (Day 2-12
- Services of a local English-speaking guide in Phuket
- Entrance fees per itinerary
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Optional Tours and gratuities |
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| National Palace Museum
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| Reclining Buddha
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| Sukhothai Historical Park |
| Doi Suthep |
| Dinner at Chiang Mai Private Home |
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| Day 2: Arrive in Taipei |
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Arrive in Taipei and transfer to your hotel. Considered a global city, Taipei is the largest city and capital of Taiwan. It is also the political, economic and cultural center of the country
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| Day 3: Half Day Taipei City Tour & National Palace Museum |
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Today, enjoy a half day city tour of Taipei. On this tour you will see the Presidential Office Building, and visit the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, which is a famous grandiose monument erected in memory of the former President of the Republic of China Chiang Kai-Shek. Next, visit the Martyrs Shrine War Memorial, an excellent example of classical Ming Dynasty architecture dedicated to the fallen war heroes of the country, followed by the National Palace Museum, which has one of the largest and most valuable collections of Chinese artifacts and artwork in the world. The collection encompasses over 8,000 years of Chinese history from the Neolithic age to the late Qing Dynasty. Travel to one of the many traditional Taiwanese Temples that surround the city, and conclude the tour with a visit to a Handicraft Center to view typical Taiwanese craftsmanship, including jewelry, art and furniture
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| Day 4: Flight to Bangkok |
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Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival in Bangkok, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring Bangkok on your own
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| Day 5: Bangkok City Tour |
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This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temple tour. This tour will introduce you to the City of Angels, Bangkok. Drive through Chinese Town, the Indian Market, and the Wholesale Flower Market. Visit Wat Po (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), the oldest and first school for people in the olden days. See the biggest Reclining Buddha statue, 150 feet long and 40 feet high, before continuing to the Royal Avenue where most of the Government offices are located and the Palace of the Present King. Optional: Siam Niramit Show & Dinner (PM)
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| Day 6: Full Day in Bangkok |
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Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok independently. Optional: Half Day Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha(AM). Optional: Chao Phraya River Cruise with Dinner
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| Day 8: Travel to Ayutthaya |
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Depart Ayutthaya and travel north to Sukhothai. Sukhothai was found in the 13th Century by King Ramkhamhaeng, as the capital of Siam
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| Day 9: Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai |
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Sukhothais golden era was from the 13th to the 14th century, the art and architecture produced in this period are considered to be some of the best. Sukhothai today consists of the old and new towns. The old town of Sukhothai consists mainly of the large Historical Park, where most of the remains of the original city can be seen. Today you will have the opportunity to tour this historical site and marvel at the ancient Buddha figures, palace buildings and ruined temples. Later in the day, we will venture north to Chiang Rai
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| Day 10: Mae Sai Border Town & Golden Triangle |
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This morning, travel to the town of Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailand on the border of Myanmar. Here you will have the opportunity to cross over into Myanmar (Visa into Myanmar is obtained locally, at the border crossing, and at own expense). After the morning excursion, we will stop at the infamous Hall of Opium. This tour combines a museum of the history of opium and the impact of illegal drugs, with an information center for research and extension education on opium, opiates and other narcotics. Later, visit the night bazaar for an evening of shopping the local wares of Chiang Rai. optional: Mekong River Cruise (PM)
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| Day 11: Travel to Chiang Mai |
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After a morning at leisure, we will head to Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai is the cultural heart of Northern Thailand. Located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas, Chiang Mais remained isolated from the world until the 1920s.
Optional: Half Day Mae Salong Hill Tribe (AM). Optional: Kantoke Dinner & Show
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| Day 12: Full Day in Chiang Mai |
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Enjoy the morning at leisure to explore Chiang Mai independently. Chiang Mai is a city known for culture, nature and handicrafts. This afternoon, visit the handicraft street of Sankampang for on site demonstrations of how the silk, lacquer, silver, wood and bronze wares are made. Later today, visit the worlds largest gem factory, where you will learn about gem stones, visit the mining area and watch while stones are cut and set. Optional: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant Camp with lunch (PM). Optional: Traditional Thai Massage
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| Day 13: Chiang Mai City & Temples Tour Dinner at Private Home |
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This morning is at leisure in Chiang Mai. This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temples tour. Visit the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Visit Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. The tour continues to visit Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, erected in 1384 A.D. Located 3500 feet above sea level, Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep is Northern Thailands most sacred temple, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha and a copper-plated chedi topped by a tiered-gold parasol in its interior cloister. Equally impressive is the mythological Naga (Dragon-headed serpent) staircase, consisting of 290 steps leading up to the temple grounds. As you decline down the stairs, there will be an opportunity to visit a local jade factory. In the evening, enjoy the authentic experience of dinner in a local Chiang Mai family home. Enjoy a tour of the home, open conversation of how a typical Thai family lives all while enjoying the savors of home cooked Thai cuisine
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| Day 14: Flight to Bangkok |
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This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy balance of the day at leisure
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| Day 15: Depart for the USA |
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Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
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Notes:
- Package is based on blocked China Airline flights, which include Taipei to Bangkok. This package may only be purchased with the block airfare.
- Please note, you are departing Phuket and connecting in Bangkok for your international flight on the same day. Land only passengers should select flights departing from Bangkok 5 pm or later.
- US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.
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| Thailand Bangkok grand temple |
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| 15 Day Classic Thailand with Taipei Map |
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| Thailand Wat Suan Dok |
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| Thailand chiang |
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| Thailand Wat Pra Tong |
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| Thailand Kantoke Dance |
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| Thailand Mae Elephant Camp |
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| Thailand mekong_ iver cruise |
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| Thailand Wat pra keo |
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- Flights LAX-Taipei, Bangkok-LAX
- Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for ion and prices
- Airline fuel surcharges
- Intra-flights
- 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights at the Riviera hotel, Taipei
- 3 nights at the [Century Park Hotel
], Bangkok
- 1 night at the [Kantary Hotel ], Ayutthaya
- 1 night at the [Legendha Sukhothai ], Sukhothai
- 2 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort ], Chiang Rai
- 3 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Mai], Chiang Mai
- 1 night at the [Kantary House Bangkok], Bangkok
- All transfers
- 14 meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of an English-speaking tour manager (Day 2-12
- Services of a local English-speaking guide in Phuket
- Entrance fees per itinerary
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| |
Airport Taxes |
| |
Optional Tours and gratuities |
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| National Palace Museum
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| Reclining Buddha
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| Sukhothai Historical Park |
| Doi Suthep |
| Dinner at Chiang Mai Private Home |
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| Day 2: Arrive in Taipei |
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Arrive in Taipei and transfer to your hotel. Considered a global city, Taipei is the largest city and capital of Taiwan. It is also the political, economic and cultural center of the country
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| Day 3: Half Day Taipei City Tour & National Palace Museum |
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Today, enjoy a half day city tour of Taipei. On this tour you will see the Presidential Office Building, and visit the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, which is a famous grandiose monument erected in memory of the former President of the Republic of China Chiang Kai-Shek. Next, visit the Martyrs Shrine War Memorial, an excellent example of classical Ming Dynasty architecture dedicated to the fallen war heroes of the country, followed by the National Palace Museum, which has one of the largest and most valuable collections of Chinese artifacts and artwork in the world. The collection encompasses over 8,000 years of Chinese history from the Neolithic age to the late Qing Dynasty. Travel to one of the many traditional Taiwanese Temples that surround the city, and conclude the tour with a visit to a Handicraft Center to view typical Taiwanese craftsmanship, including jewelry, art and furniture
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| Day 4: Flight to Bangkok |
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Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival in Bangkok, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring Bangkok on your own
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B )
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| Day 5: Bangkok City Tour |
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This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temple tour. This tour will introduce you to the City of Angels, Bangkok. Drive through Chinese Town, the Indian Market, and the Wholesale Flower Market. Visit Wat Po (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), the oldest and first school for people in the olden days. See the biggest Reclining Buddha statue, 150 feet long and 40 feet high, before continuing to the Royal Avenue where most of the Government offices are located and the Palace of the Present King. Optional: Siam Niramit Show & Dinner (PM)
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B )
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| Day 6: Full Day in Bangkok |
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Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok independently. Optional: Half Day Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha(AM). Optional: Chao Phraya River Cruise with Dinner
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B )
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| Day 8: Travel to Ayutthaya |
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Depart Ayutthaya and travel north to Sukhothai. Sukhothai was found in the 13th Century by King Ramkhamhaeng, as the capital of Siam
(
B )
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| Day 9: Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai |
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Sukhothais golden era was from the 13th to the 14th century, the art and architecture produced in this period are considered to be some of the best. Sukhothai today consists of the old and new towns. The old town of Sukhothai consists mainly of the large Historical Park, where most of the remains of the original city can be seen. Today you will have the opportunity to tour this historical site and marvel at the ancient Buddha figures, palace buildings and ruined temples. Later in the day, we will venture north to Chiang Rai
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B )
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| Day 10: Mae Sai Border Town & Golden Triangle |
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This morning, travel to the town of Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailand on the border of Myanmar. Here you will have the opportunity to cross over into Myanmar (Visa into Myanmar is obtained locally, at the border crossing, and at own expense). After the morning excursion, we will stop at the infamous Hall of Opium. This tour combines a museum of the history of opium and the impact of illegal drugs, with an information center for research and extension education on opium, opiates and other narcotics. Later, visit the night bazaar for an evening of shopping the local wares of Chiang Rai. optional: Mekong River Cruise (PM)
(
B )
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| Day 11: Travel to Chiang Mai |
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After a morning at leisure, we will head to Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai is the cultural heart of Northern Thailand. Located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas, Chiang Mais remained isolated from the world until the 1920s.
Optional: Half Day Mae Salong Hill Tribe (AM). Optional: Kantoke Dinner & Show
(
B )
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| Day 12: Full Day in Chiang Mai |
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Enjoy the morning at leisure to explore Chiang Mai independently. Chiang Mai is a city known for culture, nature and handicrafts. This afternoon, visit the handicraft street of Sankampang for on site demonstrations of how the silk, lacquer, silver, wood and bronze wares are made. Later today, visit the worlds largest gem factory, where you will learn about gem stones, visit the mining area and watch while stones are cut and set. Optional: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant Camp with lunch (PM). Optional: Traditional Thai Massage
(
B )
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| Day 13: Chiang Mai City & Temples Tour Dinner at Private Home |
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This morning is at leisure in Chiang Mai. This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temples tour. Visit the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Visit Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. The tour continues to visit Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, erected in 1384 A.D. Located 3500 feet above sea level, Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep is Northern Thailands most sacred temple, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha and a copper-plated chedi topped by a tiered-gold parasol in its interior cloister. Equally impressive is the mythological Naga (Dragon-headed serpent) staircase, consisting of 290 steps leading up to the temple grounds. As you decline down the stairs, there will be an opportunity to visit a local jade factory. In the evening, enjoy the authentic experience of dinner in a local Chiang Mai family home. Enjoy a tour of the home, open conversation of how a typical Thai family lives all while enjoying the savors of home cooked Thai cuisine
(
B, D )
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| Day 14: Flight to Bangkok |
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This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy balance of the day at leisure
(
B )
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| Day 15: Depart for the USA |
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Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
(
B )
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| |
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Notes:
- Package is based on blocked China Airline flights, which include Taipei to Bangkok. This package may only be purchased with the block airfare.
- Please note, you are departing Phuket and connecting in Bangkok for your international flight on the same day. Land only passengers should select flights departing from Bangkok 5 pm or later.
- US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.
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| Thailand Bangkok grand temple |
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| 15 Day Classic Thailand with Taipei Map |
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| Thailand Wat Suan Dok |
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| Thailand chiang |
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| Thailand Wat Pra Tong |
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| Thailand Kantoke Dance |
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| Thailand Mae Elephant Camp |
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| Thailand mekong_ iver cruise |
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| Thailand Wat pra keo |
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| 15 Day Classic Thailand with Taipei Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 22(Sold Out) | $2939.00 | N/A | |
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| 15 Day Classic Thailand with Taipei Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 22(Sold Out) | $2939.00 | N/A | |
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