A THAILAND ADVENTURE: BANGKOK & CHIANG MAI!

2009 THAILAND ADVENTURE SPECIAL Bangkok and Chiang Mai

July 13 - 21, 2009

Be there for the world famous Amazing Shop To You Drop Thailand Grand Sale!! This trip is also perfectly timed for Educators and all who prefer summer travel!

Date Day Itinerary Accommodations
13. Jul Day 01 New York - Hong Kong Onboard
Our Thailand vacation starts at JFK international
airport for flight bound for Hong Kong & Bangkok.
Cathay Pacific Airlines

14. Jul Day 02 Arrive Bangkok Sofitel Centara Grand
Upon arrival to Hong Kong, board the connecting flight to Bangkok.
In Bangkok, you will be met and greeted at the airport by the Tour
Representative and transferred to your selected hotel.
Enjoy a good night's rest after check-in.

15. Jul Day 03 Bangkok (AB,L) Sofitel Centara Grand
This morning after breakfast, we visit and admire the royal splendor of the Grand Palace and Coronation Hall. Buddhism is one of the cornerstones of Thai culture, and we appreciate the level of devotion as we view the Emerald Buddha Temple. After visiting the Gems Factory and Thai silk, the rest of the afternoon is free at leisure.

16. Jul Day 04 Bangkok (AB,L) Sofitel Centara Grand
Today, we explore the world famous Damnern Saduak Floating Market on Bangkok's timeless klongs (canals), this is a must for photo enthusiasts. After lunch the entire afternoon is free for leisure activities. The optional excursion to the Rose Garden featuring an exciting Thai Cultural Show with elephants is available this afternoon.

17. Jul Day 05 Bangkok (AB,) Sofitel Centara Grand
independent activities, shopping or optional tours

18. Jul Day 06 Bangkok - Chiang Mai (AB,DS) The Empress Hotel
After breakfast we are free until the transfer takes us to Bangkok's domestic airport for departure to Chiang Mai, a city of great historical interest and noted for its handicraft villages and colorful ethnic hill tribes. Chiang Mai has seen its development into a bustling modern city with a population of over 1.5 million. Upon arrival today we check into the hotel, assembling later in the evening to attend a Khantoke Lanna Dinner Show.

19. Jul Day 07 Chiang Mai (B,L) The Empress Hotel
This morning's tour visits the historical Doi Suthep Temple and the Holy Pagoda containing a relic of Lord Buddha. After lunch, our tour continues to the Thai Handicraft Village, Sankhempeng Silk & Cotton Handweaving factories, and Borsang , a village famous for its umbrellas and primitive paper making. Tonight, we can enjoy shopping local Chiang Mai products at the Night Bazaar close to our hotel.
20. Jul Day 08 Chiang Mai (B, L) The Empress Hotel
Today's tour start off with a visit to see the elephant at work in the jungles. Experience a close-up encounter with the elephants and see how they behave in their natural environment.

21. Jul Day 09 Chiang Mai - Bangkok - USA (B) The Empress Hotel
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for flight home.
*** Home Sweet Home ***


Tour Price:
Air Inclusive Package Price from JFK: $2299.00 per person double occupancy
Single supplement: $230.00
Taxes and fuel surcharge: $297.00 (subject to change)
All above rates are NET per person, based on min 20 passengers
If number of participants falls below 16 additional surcharge may apply.

$500.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due July 1, 2009.

EASY PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

DEPOSIT July 1, 2008 $500.00
2ND Payment September 1, 2008 $400.00
3rd Payment December 1, 2008 $400.00
4th Payment March 1, 2009 $400.00
FINAL Payment May 13, 2009 $199.00

LOTS OF OPTIONAL TOURS!

The following services are included:
Hotels: 4-nights in Bangkok, 3- nights in Chiang Mai
International airfare: Round-trip economy class airfare from JFK to Bangkok via Cathay Pacific Airways
Domestic airfare in Thailand: Bangkok - Chiang Mai round-trip
Add-on airfares are available from major US gateways on request
Meals: American breakfast daily, meals per itinerary
Meeting, assistance and baggage handling on arrival and departure
English speaking tour guide in Thailand, transfers and tours per itinerary
Passengers are responsible for valid passports and travel documents
US Departure Tax, Fuel surcharge and Intra-Asia airport tax prices are subject to change

Not Included in the tour price:
Insurance
Expenditures of personal nature, tips and gratuities, etc.
Participants are responsible for valid travel passports and visas.
Optional Tours and meals not indicated in the itinerary
For payments checks or credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) are accepted. American Express and Discover not accepted.