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Bangkok – Arrival
Arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Meet and transfer to the hotel in Bangkok town area for check-in and the rest of day is free at leisure.
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Bangkok
Breakfast. Morning Half Day Grand Palace & Royal Palace and Wat Pho excursion (Time: 08.30-12.30h). We will visit Wat Phra Kaew and the nearby attractions first, before moving on to the Grand Palace. Wat Phra Kaew, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is located right next to the Grand Palace, and they probably form together the greatest spectacle for visitors in Bangkok. A visit to the Royal Grand Palace, the nation’s landmark and most praised royal monument in Thailand, is a must. The palace, which is the former royal residence of the Chakri Kings, is the perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Built in 1782 by the King Rama I, it was the centre of power for more than 150 years. Today, the palace is Bangkok's major landmark and most popular tourist attraction. Indeed, the Grand Palace is an amazing place to visit, as it consists of over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics, that all date back to the foundation of Bangkok in 1782. Please note that photography is permitted in the Royal Palace Grounds and in the compounds of the Emerald Buddha Temple, but not inside the buildings. (Royal Palace is closed every Sundays). Then, visit “Wat Pho” with its Reclining Buddha image. Wat Pho is regarded as the first centre of public education and is sometimes called ‘Thailand’s first university’. Mural paintings, inscriptions, and statues found in the temple educated people on various subjects such as literature, warfare, archaeology, astronomy, geology, meditation and is considered to be home of Thai traditional massages. Afternoon is free at leisure. Dress Code: Please note that the chapel is a national shrine and that you will be required to wear proper attire (no bare shoulders, knees or strapless-heel shoes). Shoes must be removed before entering the temple buildings as a matter of respect. Overnight in Bangkok
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Bangkok
Breakfast. Today is free at leisure or some optional tours can be suggested. Overnight in Bangkok
Breakfast
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Bangkok – Chiang Mai
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Bangkok Domestic Airport for your internal flight to Chiang Mai. Arrive at Chiang Mai Airport, meet and transfer to your hotel in Chiang Mai town area. Overnight in Chiang Mai
Breakfast
5
Chiang Mai
Breakfast. Morning Half Day Doi Suthep and Temple excursion (Time: 08.30-12.30h.) Visit the most sacred temple in the North of Thailand: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is the most sacred temple in Chiang Mai and contains a holy relic of the Lord Buddha. Tucked away in the mountains at an elevation of 1,056 meters (3,520 feet), the temple can be reached by the carved mythical Naga Serpent Staircase. The temple offers an exhilarating view of Chiang Mai city and its surrounding countryside. Drive back down to the city centre to visit some of the other impressive temples of Chiang Mai. Wat Suan Dok is one of them, and dates back to the 14th century when the Thai monarchy was taking leisure walks in its gardens. Nowadays, it houses several white Chedis, all containing the ashes of Chiang Mai’s former Royal family, and features one of the most famous Monk Schools in the whole locality of Chiang Mai. We will also visit Wat Jedyod, also known as The Temple of Seven Spires. Afternoon is free at leisure. Note: Please dress respectfully by not wearing sleeveless T-shirts, shorts or strapless sandals, when visiting Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. Overnight in Chiang Mai
Breakfast
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Chiang Mai
Breakfast. Today is free at leisure or some optional tours can be suggested. Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Breakfast
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Chiang Mai – Phuket
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Chiang Mai Airport for your internal flight to Phuket. Arrive at Phuket Airport, meet and transfer to hotel in Phuket mainland area. Overnight in Phuket
Breakfast
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Phuket
Breakfast and your next two todays are free at leisure. Some optional tours can be suggested. Overnights in Phuket
Breakfast
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Phuket – Bangkok
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Phuket Airport for your International flight back home. Breakfast and your next two todays are free at leisure. Some optional tours can be suggested. Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Phuket Airport for your International flight back home.
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