16 Day Gems of Southeast Asia 2018 Itinerary

Name: 16 Day Gems of Southeast Asia 2018 Itinerary
Brand: Gate 1 Travel
SKU: gate1-TH-KH-15DCLATHREP-PKG-19
Price: 1949 USD
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4 Bangkok, 1 Ayutthaya, 1 Sukhothai, 2 Chiang Rai, 3 Chiang Mai, 2 Siem Reap

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Overview

Trip type

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

4 Bangkok, 1 Ayutthaya, 1 Sukhothai, 2 Chiang Rai, 3 Chiang Mai, 2 Siem Reap

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights

Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max

Age range12 years and up

Flights and transportN/A

Start CityOperator does not provide

End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

50 plus
Cultural

Destinations

Asia

Attractions

Angkor Wat
Ayutthaya
Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai
Siem Reap

Itinerary

DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Thailand

Depart for Thailand

DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Bangkok

Arrive in exotic Bangkok, Thailand's capital city; transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to rest, relax and acclimate to the new time zone Overnight: Bangkok

DAY 3, Thursday - Bangkok City Tour

Begin your day with a city and temple tour of Bangkok, a fascinating mix of ancient and modern. Drive through Chinatown and then onto the colorful Indian Market. Visit serene Wat Po, the oldest and largest temple in the city, with the astonishing giant Reclining Buddha, ...

DAY 4, Friday - Full Day in Bangkok

Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok on your own. Or, don't miss the optional morning tour of Wat Phra Kaew, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha,* and the elaborate 18th century Grand Palace, symbol and ceremonial heart of the kingdom - together they form th...

DAY 5, Saturday - Travel to Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya City Tour

Depart Bangkok to Ayutthaya, the second Siamese capital after Sukhothai for over 400 years, once glorified as one of the largest cities in Southeast Asia. Ayutthaya Historical Park, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in the center of the city. Here, you can se...

DAY 6, Sunday - Travel to Sukhothai, Sukhothai Historical Park

Start your morning with a visit to a local school. Travel northward to Sukhothai, the birthplace of the Thai nation, founded in the 13th century by King Ramkhamhaeng. The country's first capital was established here in 1238 and lasted over two centuries. Sukhothai is wor...

DAY 7, Monday - Travel to Chiang Rai

This morning, depart Sukhothai and drive to scenic Chiang Rai, the northernmost province of Thailand for dinner and overnight Overnight: Chiang Rai Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Tuesday - Mae Sai Border Town & Golden Triangle

Explore this city that remained completely isolated from the world until the 1920s. Travel to the border town of Mae Sai, at the tip of Thailand. At this border crossing, arrangements may be made to enter Myanmar*. Ascend to the hilltop viewpoint to see the famous "Golden Triangle" of Southeast Asia - a meeting point of the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos. The locals call it "Sop Ruak", as this is also where the Mekong meets the Ruak River. Savor a locally prepared lunch in a nearby farming village. Later, a short cruise then takes you along the banks of the Mekong to the small island of Don Sao in Laos; leisure time at the lively markets before returning to Thailand. Continue to the dramatic House of Opium at Golden Triangle Park, offering an informative exhibition on the history of opium which dates back almost 5000 years before returning to Chiang Rai for overnight * Entering Myanmar (Burma) requires a border crossing fee of approx US$45, payable locally. The opportunity to cross the border will depend on local conditions and cannot be guaranteed. If the border crossing is not possible, alternate arrangements will be made Overnight: Chiang Rai Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 9, Wednesday - Travel to Chiang Mai

Morning is at leisure when you have an opportunity to join the optional excursion to Mae Salong, still inhabited by hill people, namely the Akha, Long Neck and Salong tribes. Visit one of the tribes to see their unique way of life and learn more about their culture befor...

DAY 10, Thursday - Full Day in Chiang Mai

Morning is at leisure to explore Chiang Mai independently or, join the optional Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, established in 1993, as the first botanical garden in Thailand. Stroll through the lush grounds covered with exotic types of trees, plants and flowers. After you...

DAY 11, Friday - Chiang Mai City & Temples Tour, Dinner at Private Home

Morning tour of the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Begin at Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. Continue to Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, Northern Thailand's most sacred temple, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha. Equally...

DAY 12, Saturday - Flight to Siem Reap, Cambodian Dinner & Apsara Show

This morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to Siem Reap, gateway to the Angkor temples; arrival and transfer to your hotel. Later, walk through the city's center with its variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and local merchants offering handmade silk goods and ...

DAY 13, Sunday - Siem Reap

Today, you'll understand why the architectural masterpieces of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat, are designated as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World". This sprawling city, built by Khmer Kings was once home to more than one million people at the height of the empire. On t...

DAY 14, Monday - Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake Boat Excursion, Flight to Bangkok

Morning drive along the rolling verdant hills of the farmlands, stopping for a ride on an ox-cart, the vehicle still being used today by local farmers. Arrive at Tonle Sap Lake in the heart of Cambodia, with its rich and diverse ecosystem. Embark on a serene boat excursi...

DAY 15, Tuesday - Depart Thailand

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 4/26/2019

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