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15 Day Kaleidoscope of Thailand with River Kwai
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| 3 Bangkok, 2 Kanchanaburi, 1 Ayutthaya, 1 Sukhothai, 2 Chiang Rai, 3 Chiang Mai & 3 Bangkok |
| Round trip flights LAX-Bangkok, Intra-flight, 3 nights Bangkok, 2 nights Kanchanaburi, 1 night Ayutthaya, 1 night Sukhothai, 2 nights Chiang Rai, 3 nights Chiang Mai, All transfers, 16 meals: 13 breakfasts, 2 Lunchs, 1 dinner, Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach, Services of English-speaking tour manager, Entrance fees per itinerary |
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- Round trip flights LAX-Bangkok
- Other departure cities available
- Airline fuel taxes & surcharges
- Intra-flight
- 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights at the [Aetas Hotel], Bangkok
- 2 nights at the [River Kwai Resotel], Kanchanaburi
- 1 night at the [Kantary Hotel], Ayutthaya
- 1 night at the [Legendha Sukhothai], Sukhothai
- 2 nights at the [Dusit Island Resort], Chiang Rai
- 3 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Mai], Chiang Mai
- 1 night at the [Aetas Hotel], Bangkok
- All transfers
- 16 meals: 13 breakfasts, 2 Lunchs, 1 dinner
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of an English-speaking tour manager
- Entrance fees per itinerary
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Optional tours and gratuities |
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| Wat Po Temple & Reclining Buddha, Bangkok |
| Damnoen Saduak Floating Market |
| Bridge over the River Kwai & War Museum, Kanchanaburi |
| Bang Pa In Royal Palace, Ayutthaya |
| Chai Wattanaram Temple, Ayutthaya |
| Historical Park, Sukhothai |
| Hall of Opium & The Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai |
| Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai |
| Authentic Thai Dinner at Chiang Mai Private Home |
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- Round trip flights LAX-Bangkok
- Other departure cities available
- Airline fuel taxes & surcharges
- Intra-flight
- 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights at the [Aetas Hotel], Bangkok
- 2 nights at the [River Kwai Resotel], Kanchanaburi
- 1 night at the [Kantary Hotel], Ayutthaya
- 1 night at the [Legendha Sukhothai], Sukhothai
- 2 nights at the [Dusit Island Resort], Chiang Rai
- 3 nights at the [Le Meridien Chiang Mai], Chiang Mai
- 1 night at the [Aetas Hotel], Bangkok
- All transfers
- 16 meals: 13 breakfasts, 2 Lunchs, 1 dinner
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of an English-speaking tour manager
- Entrance fees per itinerary
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Optional tours and gratuities |
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| Wat Po Temple & Reclining Buddha, Bangkok |
| Damnoen Saduak Floating Market |
| Bridge over the River Kwai & War Museum, Kanchanaburi |
| Bang Pa In Royal Palace, Ayutthaya |
| Chai Wattanaram Temple, Ayutthaya |
| Historical Park, Sukhothai |
| Hall of Opium & The Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai |
| Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai |
| Authentic Thai Dinner at Chiang Mai Private Home |
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DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Thailand. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Bangkok
DAY 3, Thursday - Bangkok City Tour
This morning meet with your tour manager for an orientation. Then continue with an afternoon city and temple tour, introducing you to Bangkok, the “City of Angels”. 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 famous golden Reclining Buddha statue, that is 160 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 amp; Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Bangkok
Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok independently
Optional: Half Day Grand Palace amp; Emerald Buddha (AM)
Optional: Chao Phraya River Cruise with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Travel to Kanchanaburi, Visit Bridge over River Kwai amp; War Museum
This morning we will head southwest of Bangkok to explore the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You will have the opportunity to see how local farmers and villagers trade their wares aboard small Sampan boats. The boats are loaded with all kinds of products including fruits, vegetables, dry goods, housewares, and freshly cooked food. From the Floating market, we will travel on to Kanchanaburi. In Kanchanaburi, we will visit the Bridge Over the River Kwai, the War Museum, which was built with donations from Australians and former prisoners, and the War Cemetery. The cemetery was built by the British Commonwealth War Grave Association, on a plot of land that was donated by local Thai citizens
Overnight: Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Full Day in Kanchanaburi
Full day at leisure to explore Kanchanaburi independently
Optional: Full Day Hellfire Pass amp; Death Railway with lunch
Overnight: Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Monday - Travel to Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya City Tour
Depart for Ayutthaya, the second and most prosperous capital of Thailand, from 1350-1767. On the way, stop at Bang Pa In Royal Palace. Bang Pa In was the royal summer palace for Thai kings. Originally constructed in 1632, the complex fell into disrepair. In the mid-1800's, King Mongkut restored the site to its former glory. Upon arrival in Ayutthaya, visit the Chai Wattanaram Temple. This temple was built by King Prasat Tong, who was actually a commoner who overthrew the previous king and took his throne. This is a lovely place to take in the nature and peace of Siam
Overnight: Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Tuesday - Travel to Sukhothai
Depart Ayutthaya and travel north to Sukhothai. Sukhothai was founded in the 13th Century by King Ramkhamhaeng, as the capital of Siam
Overnight: Sukhothai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Wednesday - Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai
Some of the most beautiful Thai art and architecture was produced during Sukhothai's golden era - between the 13th and 14th centuries. Modern Sukhothai is made up of the old town and new town. The old town of Sukhothai mainly consists 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, board your tour bus to venture north for Chiang Rai
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10, Thursday - Mae Sai Border Town amp; Golden Triangle
This morning, travel to the market town of Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailand, where there is an opportunity to cross into Myanmar*. Next, head to the hilltop lookout of the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia for views of the joining of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers. This is also the meeting point for the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Following the sightseeing stop, embark on a short cruise along the banks of the Mekong to the small island of Don Sao in Laos. Enjoy leisure time in Laos before returning to the Thailand bank. Continue to the House of Opium Museum to learn more about the plant that is mass produced in this area. Later, savor a locally prepared lunch in a nearby farming village before returning to the hotel in Chiang Rai. The remainder of the day is at leisure
* Crossing into Myanmar (Burma) requires a visa which can obtained locally at the boarder crossing at your own expense
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11, Friday - Travel to Chiang Mai
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 Mai's remained isolated from the world until the 1920's
Optional: Half Day Mae Salong Hill Tribe (AM)
Optional: Kantoke Dinner amp; Show
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Saturday - Full Day in Chiang Mai; Dinner at Private Home
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. In the evening, enjoy the authentic experience of dinner in a local Chiang Mai family home. Enjoy a tour of the home, and an open conversation of how a typical Thai family lives, all while enjoying the savors of home cooked Thai cuisine
Optional: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant Camp with lunch (AM)
Optional: Traditional Thai Massage (PM)
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 13, Sunday - Chiang Mai City amp; Temples Tour
This morning, enjoy a half day city and temple tour, and visit the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Your tour takes you to Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. The tour continues to Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, erected in 1384 A.D. Located 3500 feet above sea level, Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep is Northern Thailand's 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 descend the stairs, there will be an opportunity to visit a local jade factory. Later, return to your hotel for afternoon and evening at leisure
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14, Monday - Flight to Bangkok
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Tuesday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Notes:
- Land only price does not include departure transfers, but does include Chiang Mai - Bangkok flight.
- Flights from the USA may arrive on DAY 3. Included sightseeing commences in the afternoon on Day 3.
- Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates.
- All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
- For visa information, check our Visa page.
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| Thailand Massage |
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| 15 Day Kaleidoscope of Thailand with River Kwai Map |
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| Thailand Bangkok chao phraya river cruise |
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| Thailand Bangkok grand temple |
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| Thailand Bangkok Siam niramit |
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| Thailand Mae Elephant Camp |
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| Thailand Chiang |
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| Veitnam mekong river cruise |
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| Thailand Night bazaar |
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| Thailand Wat Pra Tong |
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| Thailand Wat Prah Singh Buddha |
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| Thailand Salong Hill Tribe |
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| 15 Day Kaleidoscope of Thailand with River Kwai Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2013 |
Aug 13(Sold Out) | $2459.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Aug 27 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Sep 3 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Sep 17 | $2269.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Oct 1 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Oct 15 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
Nov 5(Sold Out) | $2039.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Nov 12 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Nov 19 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Nov 26 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Dec 3 | $2179.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Dec 17 | $2379.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Year 2014 | Jan 14 | $2149.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Jan 28 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 4 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 11 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 18 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 25 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 4 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 11 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 18 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 25 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 8 | $2529.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 15 | $2359.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 22 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
| May 6 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
| May 20 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
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| DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart the USA |
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| DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Bangkok |
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| DAY 3, Thursday - Bangkok City Tour |
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| DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Bangkok |
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| DAY 5, Saturday - Travel to Kanchanaburi, Visit Bridge over River Kwai amp; War Museum |
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| DAY 6, Sunday - Full Day in Kanchanaburi |
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| DAY 7, Monday - Travel to Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya City Tour |
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| DAY 8, Tuesday - Travel to Sukhothai |
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| DAY 9, Wednesday - Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai |
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| DAY 11, Friday - Travel to Chiang Mai |
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| DAY 12, Saturday - Full Day in Chiang Mai; Dinner at Private Home |
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| DAY 13, Sunday - Chiang Mai City amp; Temples Tour |
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| DAY 14, Monday - Flight to Bangkok |
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| DAY 15, Tuesday - Depart for the USA |
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DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Thailand. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Bangkok
DAY 3, Thursday - Bangkok City Tour
This morning meet with your tour manager for an orientation. Then continue with an afternoon city and temple tour, introducing you to Bangkok, the “City of Angels”. 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 famous golden Reclining Buddha statue, that is 160 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 amp; Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Bangkok
Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok independently
Optional: Half Day Grand Palace amp; Emerald Buddha (AM)
Optional: Chao Phraya River Cruise with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Travel to Kanchanaburi, Visit Bridge over River Kwai amp; War Museum
This morning we will head southwest of Bangkok to explore the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You will have the opportunity to see how local farmers and villagers trade their wares aboard small Sampan boats. The boats are loaded with all kinds of products including fruits, vegetables, dry goods, housewares, and freshly cooked food. From the Floating market, we will travel on to Kanchanaburi. In Kanchanaburi, we will visit the Bridge Over the River Kwai, the War Museum, which was built with donations from Australians and former prisoners, and the War Cemetery. The cemetery was built by the British Commonwealth War Grave Association, on a plot of land that was donated by local Thai citizens
Overnight: Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Full Day in Kanchanaburi
Full day at leisure to explore Kanchanaburi independently
Optional: Full Day Hellfire Pass amp; Death Railway with lunch
Overnight: Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Monday - Travel to Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya City Tour
Depart for Ayutthaya, the second and most prosperous capital of Thailand, from 1350-1767. On the way, stop at Bang Pa In Royal Palace. Bang Pa In was the royal summer palace for Thai kings. Originally constructed in 1632, the complex fell into disrepair. In the mid-1800's, King Mongkut restored the site to its former glory. Upon arrival in Ayutthaya, visit the Chai Wattanaram Temple. This temple was built by King Prasat Tong, who was actually a commoner who overthrew the previous king and took his throne. This is a lovely place to take in the nature and peace of Siam
Overnight: Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Tuesday - Travel to Sukhothai
Depart Ayutthaya and travel north to Sukhothai. Sukhothai was founded in the 13th Century by King Ramkhamhaeng, as the capital of Siam
Overnight: Sukhothai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Wednesday - Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai
Some of the most beautiful Thai art and architecture was produced during Sukhothai's golden era - between the 13th and 14th centuries. Modern Sukhothai is made up of the old town and new town. The old town of Sukhothai mainly consists 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, board your tour bus to venture north for Chiang Rai
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10, Thursday - Mae Sai Border Town amp; Golden Triangle
This morning, travel to the market town of Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailand, where there is an opportunity to cross into Myanmar*. Next, head to the hilltop lookout of the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia for views of the joining of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers. This is also the meeting point for the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Following the sightseeing stop, embark on a short cruise along the banks of the Mekong to the small island of Don Sao in Laos. Enjoy leisure time in Laos before returning to the Thailand bank. Continue to the House of Opium Museum to learn more about the plant that is mass produced in this area. Later, savor a locally prepared lunch in a nearby farming village before returning to the hotel in Chiang Rai. The remainder of the day is at leisure
* Crossing into Myanmar (Burma) requires a visa which can obtained locally at the boarder crossing at your own expense
Overnight: Chiang Rai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11, Friday - Travel to Chiang Mai
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 Mai's remained isolated from the world until the 1920's
Optional: Half Day Mae Salong Hill Tribe (AM)
Optional: Kantoke Dinner amp; Show
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Saturday - Full Day in Chiang Mai; Dinner at Private Home
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. In the evening, enjoy the authentic experience of dinner in a local Chiang Mai family home. Enjoy a tour of the home, and an open conversation of how a typical Thai family lives, all while enjoying the savors of home cooked Thai cuisine
Optional: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant Camp with lunch (AM)
Optional: Traditional Thai Massage (PM)
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 13, Sunday - Chiang Mai City amp; Temples Tour
This morning, enjoy a half day city and temple tour, and visit the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Your tour takes you to Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. The tour continues to Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, erected in 1384 A.D. Located 3500 feet above sea level, Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep is Northern Thailand's 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 descend the stairs, there will be an opportunity to visit a local jade factory. Later, return to your hotel for afternoon and evening at leisure
Overnight: Chiang Mai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14, Monday - Flight to Bangkok
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Tuesday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Notes:
- Land only price does not include departure transfers, but does include Chiang Mai - Bangkok flight.
- Flights from the USA may arrive on DAY 3. Included sightseeing commences in the afternoon on Day 3.
- Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates.
- All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
- For visa information, check our Visa page.
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| Thailand Massage |
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| 15 Day Kaleidoscope of Thailand with River Kwai Map |
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| Thailand Bangkok chao phraya river cruise |
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| Thailand Bangkok grand temple |
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| Thailand Bangkok Siam niramit |
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| Thailand Mae Elephant Camp |
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| Thailand Chiang |
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| Veitnam mekong river cruise |
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| Thailand Night bazaar |
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| Thailand Wat Pra Tong |
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| Thailand Wat Prah Singh Buddha |
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| Thailand Salong Hill Tribe |
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| 15 Day Kaleidoscope of Thailand with River Kwai Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2013 |
Aug 13(Sold Out) | $2459.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Aug 27 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Sep 3 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Sep 17 | $2269.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Oct 1 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Oct 15 | $2099.00 | $1019.00 | |
Nov 5(Sold Out) | $2039.00 | $1019.00 | |
| Nov 12 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Nov 19 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Nov 26 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Dec 3 | $2179.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Dec 17 | $2379.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Year 2014 | Jan 14 | $2149.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Jan 28 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 4 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 11 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 18 | $2069.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Feb 25 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 4 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 11 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 18 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Mar 25 | $2129.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 8 | $2529.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 15 | $2359.00 | $1049.00 | |
| Apr 22 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
| May 6 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
| May 20 | N/A | $1049.00 | |
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