Day 1 Fri: Depart North America
Depart North America this evening for Singapore as you begin your exciting tour to Singapore, Siem Reap and Thailand.
Day 2 Sat: En route to Singapore
Day 3 Sun: Arrive Singapore
Arrive in Singapore late this morning. You are welcomed and transferred to LE MERIDIEN SINGAPORE. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 4 Mon: Singapore
Enjoy a city tour of Singapore this morning, which begins with a drive past the "Colonial Heart" for a view of Padang, Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Travel through Chinatown to Thian Hock Keng Temple. Stop at Mount Faber for a panoramic view of the harbor before proceeding to a local handicraft center. Continue on to the National Orchid Garden located within the beautiful Botanic Gardens. At your final stop in Little India, you will be entranced by the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices. (B)
Day 5 Tue: Singapore / Siem Reap
Fly to Siem Reap this morning. Transfer to ANGKOR CENTURY RESORT & SPA (Superior Room). Visit Preah Khan and Banteay Srei Temple this afternoon. Enjoy a spectacular sunset from the hilltop before dining at Madame Butterfly this evening. (BLD)
Day 6 Wed: Siem Reap
Visit Angkor Wat this morning. Later, visit Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, Ta Keo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. Enjoy a short cruise on Tonle Sap Lake. Enjoy lunch at the Café Indochine and dinner at the Angkor Village Restaurant. (BLD)
Day 7 Thu: Siem Reap / Bangkok
Fly to Bangkok this morning. Transfer upon arrival to REMBRANDT HOTEL BANGKOK (Superior Room). The rest of the day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a delicious genuine Thai dinner at Pimarn Restaurant, set in a delightful Thai atmosphere and accompanied by Thai classical music and dances. (BD)
Day 8 Fri: Bangkok
This morning, travel by motor launch on the picturesque Chao Phraya River and klongs (canals) to observe the serene family homes and temples along the waterways that gave this city the name “Venice of the East.” Pass the famous Royal Barges, and stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. Visit the Grand Palace, the former residence of the Thai kings, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Keo). This afternoon, visit Wat Po, home of the enormous Reclining Buddha and one of the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok. Take a stroll through Chinatown district, one of the oldest areas of Bangkok, and visit Wat Trimitr (Golden Buddha Temple). (BL)
Day 9 Sat: Bangkok / Chiang Rai
The morning is at leisure for independent pursuits. Fly to Chiang Rai late this afternoon. You will be welcomed and transfered to WIANG INN HOTEL (Standard Room). (B)
Day 10 Sun: Chiang Rai
Visit the Golden Triangle, the meeting point of the borders of Burma (also known as Myanmar), Laos and Thailand. Take a boat ride on the Mekong River to observe life along the border of Laos. Stop at Donsao Island to visit the local handicraft market and interact with the tribal people. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy a massage or visit the spa. (BL)
Day 11 Mon: Chiang Rai / Chiang Mai
Drive to Mae Ka Chan, famous for its hot springs, which locals believe have curative powers. Continue through scenic hillsides and jungles to Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North.” Following lunch at a local restaurant, visit Wat Suan Dok where the ashes of Chiang Mai’s royal families are interred. Proceed to Wat Jet Yod with its seven spires. Finally, drive up to visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. Situated 3,500 feet above sea-level it provides a panoramic view of Chiang Mai City. Considered the most sacred temple in northern Thailand, the Wat contains a holy relic of Lord Buddha. Overnight at THE EMPRESS HOTEL (Superior Room). (BL)
Day 12 Tue: Chiang Mai
This morning, witness the traditional Thai culture of offering food to Buddhist monks. Take a rickshaw ride to Chiang Mai Gate to visit the morning market. Continue to Wat Srisoda at the foot of Doi Suthep. Visit an elephant camp in the jungle area to the north of Chiang Mai. Observe how trained elephants are used in the teak industry. Visit an orchid nursery & butterfly farm. Following lunch, visit San Kampaeng handicraft village, where skilled craftsmen work to produce Thai silk, colorful paper umbrellas, celadon ceramics, lacquerware, silverware and transform teakwood with the help of simple tools into elegant furniture with delicate carvings. This evening, partake of a traditional northern Lanna-style dinner, known as Kantoke, accompanied by a cultural show by various hill tribes of northern Thailand. (BLD)
Day 13 Wed: Chiang Mai / Phuket
Fly to Phuket this morning. Spectacular scenery, stunning tropical sunsets and warm blue sea await at Asia’s most popular beach destination. This island of fun provides an unbeatable combination of perfect, silky soft beaches and superb hospitality. The rest of the day is at leisure. KARON SEA SANDS RESORT (Deluxe Room) (B)
Day 14 Thu: Phuket
The day is at leisure so you can pursue independent activities. Whether it’s world-class diving in the Andaman Sea, golf at championship courses or exciting eco-adventures in a tropical forest, Phuket is the place to extend your horizons. Take an exhilarating speedboat trip to the surrounding islands or a serene cruise around mystical Phang Nga Bay. Or simply relax and enjoy the beach. (B)
Day 15: Fri: Phuket / Singapore / Home
After a leisurely morning, fly to Singapore to connect with your flight home, filled with fond memories of a vibrant and colorful land and hospitable people. (B)
