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Treasures of Thailand & Malaysia Tour

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ZAR13 960* USD1745 ex Bangkok to Singapore No of days: 14 nights / 15 days
Local payment:
USD250 Payable on Day 1 Countries: Malaysia, Thailand
Single supplement:
Not Avail May not apply to all nights Tour Code: ATTT
 
* Rand price subject to change according to currency fluctuations, please request a Rand quote incl flights
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Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, River Kwai, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, hilltribe villages, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, Singapore
Unearth the exquisite "land of smiles" in comfort and style. Thailand conjures up images of spicy cuisine, majestic elephants, golden Buddhas, colourful hilltribe villages, fantastic shopping and exotic hideaways, and this trip has it all. Head south to Malaysia where breathtaking scenery and a cultural melting pot will exceed your expectations.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Group Size: Max 15, Avg 10
Group Leader: Tour leader throughout.
Accommodation: Superior hotels (14 nts).
Transport: Private and public bus, minivan, elephant, boat, overnight train, plane.
Meals Included: 11 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinner
Meal Budget: Allow USD200 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier.
Notes: Arrival airport transfer is included, so please advise flight details at time of booking.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Arrival transfer
  • Grand Palace tour
  • Klong tour
  • Cycling at Sukhothai Historical Park
  • Elephant riding
  • JEATH War Museum
  • Bridge over the River Kwai
  • Train journey on Death Railway
  • H'mong cultural show
  • Doi Suthep Monastery visit
  • Kantoke dinner in Chiang Mai
  • Thai cooking class
  • Bangkok Dinner cruise
  • City tour of Kuala Lumpur

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 Arrive Bangkok: Arrive in Bangkok at any time.

Days 2-4 Chiang Mai (3B,L,D): Discover some of the secrets of Thai cuisine by joining a cooking course. Explore Chiang Mai by bike, pausing at your leisure to discover gilded Buddhist temples, temple ruins and vibrant local markets. Get up close and personal with friendly elephants or enjoy a traditional Thai massage.

Day 5 Sukhothai (1B): Explore the remains of the ancient royal realm, now one of Thailand's World Heritage sites and marvel at the evocative religious art and architecture of the classic Sukhothai era.

Day 6-7 Kanchanaburi (2B): Gain an insight into the lives of allied POWs during the war through a sobering trip to the JEATH War Museum and the infamous "Bridge on the River Kwai".

Day 8 Bangkok (B,D): Return to Bangkok for a day of exploring glittering temples, vibrant markets, and the slow pace of life along the Chao Phraya river.

Day 9-10 Penang (1B): Fly to the famous island of Penang with its beautiful colonial buildings and wonderfully atmospheric Chinatown and Indian quarter.

Day 11-12 Kuala Lumpur (1B): Malaysia's vibrant capital is buzzing with activity. The immense Petronas Towers, the Batu Caves, and the famous night market make KL a favourite among travellers.

Day 13 Melaka (1B,1L): The historic Portuguese trading port of Melaka features lovingly restored old buildings hosting cafes and restaurants as well as an excellent historical park to explore.

Day 14 Singapore (1B): Home of Raffles Hotel, Sentosa Island and of course curried crab, Singapore is a wonderful modern city mixed with more traditional corners just waiting to be explored.

Day 15 Depart Singapore: You are free to depart at any time today.
meal_key B - breakfast
L - lunch
D - dinner

DEPARTURE DATES

Starts Ends
12 April 2008 26 April 2008
14 June 2008 28 June 2008
09 August 2008 23 August 2008
13 September 2008 27 September 2008
11 October 2008 25 October 2008
08 November 2008 22 November 2008
13 December 2008 27 December 2008

TRAVEL STYLE

comfort Comfort is ideal for travellers looking for a little extra cushiness from their G.A.P Adventure, while maintaining the grassroots travel experience. Comfort adventures make use of upgraded hotels with continental breakfast, travel by private and first class transportation, and include your arrival transfer.
[Read more about G.A.P. travel styles]


*All Rand prices have been calculated at 1USD=ZAR8.00 or 1GBP=ZAR16.00 and are subject to change according to currency fluctuations
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