Tropics, temples and tremendous beauty

NOVEMBER 02, 2019

Upon arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport in the late evening, you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and rest

NOVEMBER 03, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

Welcome brunch reception with 2 glasses of sparkling wine at the Shangri La

Afternoon Bangkok City and Temples Tour(Approximate Time: 1 PM – 4 PM)

A visit to Bangkok is not complete without a tour of its temples, and this excursion takes in three of the most impressive in the city. Known as the Temple of the Golden Buddha, Wat Trimit houses a 700-year-old, three-meter tall golden statue, cast from five-and-a-half tons of solid gold. Equally spectacular is Wat Po, home to a colossal reclining Buddha and a traditional massage school. The temple garden contains a Bodhi tree grown from a cutting of an original tree in India under which the Lord Buddha sat while awaiting enlightenment. Next stop is the “Chedi of the Kings” Wat Benjamaborpit, noted for its elegant white marble façade

OPTIONAL TOUR:
Evening Midnight Food Tour by Tuk Tuk incl. dinner (Approximate Time: 7:30 PM to 11 PM)

Experience the fun of riding around in a Tuk Tuk to discover Bangkok’s magical atmosphere at night. Visit famous local eateries around the city sampling the local street foods a staple favorite is Khao Man Gai (Chicken & Rice), or a hearty helping of the best Pad Thai (fried Rice Noodles) or the best-kept-secret Guay Tiew Kua Gai (Rice noodles with chicken in a warm broth) go behind the scenes to see how it’s made. Explore the amazing flower market with its vivid colors this market really comes to life at night. Visit a magnificent temple for a unique night-time perspective to see the temple spires glistening in the night light. After our trip, your Tuk Tuk driver will take you back to the hotel in Bangkok by midnight

NOVEMBER 04, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast, you will transfer to Bangkok Airport for your flight to Chiang Mai

Upon arrival at Chiang Mai Airport, you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and freshen up or enjoy an optional tour.

OPTIONAL TOUR:
Evening Lanna Dinner Experience incl. dinner(Approximate Time: 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM)

Head south out of Chiang Mai to Bandoo in the Hangdong district. The home you will be visiting belongs to the Raunkaew-Yanon family, who arrived in the area possibly by elephant back, almost 150 years ago. The family is “Lanna family”, continuing the traditions of many generations in building their homes of teak wood and maintaining the natural surroundings in the manner now rarely seen in Chiang Mai. You will experience the simple Lanna way of life including the visit to the family orchard with many types of fruit such as banana, mango, coconut and the garden which is filled with herbs for cooking. You will also have the opportunity to join in the preparation of the traditional meal. Your evening meal will be served on the second-floor terrace from where you will enjoy the panoramic view of this Lanna village. The tour is designed to give you real experience and understanding of Lanna life, the traditions and buildings; the relationship between their religion and ancestors, and the way this all works together with nature

Overnight in Chiang Mai

NOVEMBER 05, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning free at leisure or enjoy an optional tour

OPTIONAL TOUR:
Chiang Mai City Temple & Doi Suthep(Approximate Time: 1 PM to 4:30 PM)

The city of Chiang Mai has an abundance of beautiful and historic Buddhist temples and this tour takes in the most interesting. One of the highlights is a visit to the 600-year-old temple of Wat Pra That Doi Suthep, near the summit of Doi Suthep mountain. After a drive up the mountain’s winding road, the final climb to the site is via a magnificent Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase of 306 steps. Inside is an intriguing copper-plated chedi topped by a five-tier gold umbrella which contains partial relics of Lord Buddha. On a clear day, there are incomparable views over the city of Chiang Mai. Other temple visits on this tour include: Wat Suan Dok, whose large central stupa contains the ashes of Chiang Mai’s royal family; Wat Chedi Luang, where the Emerald Buddha was once enshrined; and Wat Phra Singh, housing a very sacred 1,500-year-old Buddha image
Overnight in Chiang Mai.

NOVEMBER 06, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

After breakfast, you will transfer to Chiang Mai International Airport to board your flight to Phuket.

Arrive at Phuket Airport and after clearing all formalities, our guide will meet and transfer you to the hotel for check in and you will enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Phuket.

NOVEMBER 07, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

Day free at leisure or enjoy an optional tour

OPTIONAL TOUR:
Full day visit Phi Phi Island by Speed Boat (Private Charter) (Approximate Time: 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM)

Koh Phi Phi is known as one of the most beautiful islands in the South of Thailand and a popular must-see tourist destination after the movie “The Beach”. Due to the popularity of this island, most day tours are crowded, stop at the same places, same time of the day. During this “boutique” day tour, you will still visit the popular sightseeing spots around Phi Phi island, but it will be a more pleasant, unique experience as this tour will follow a different itinerary and timing, and avoid the usual touristic traps!

Pick-up and transfer from your hotel to pier 88, a comfortable lounge and restaurant at Marina Bay Pier. For guests who did not have breakfast at the hotel yet, there is the possibility to enjoy American breakfast before leaving Phuket for the famous Phi Phi islands. Included is good quality snorkeling gear and instructions for the day by an English-speaking guide. After about 1 hour journey on the catamaran, you will arrive at Loh Lana Bay for some swimming and snorkeling among colorful fish and explore the coral reefs. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on board around noon. Next, you will head to “Camel Rock” and have the opportunity to take some nice pictures. In the afternoon, you will visit the famous Maya Bay, surrounded by dramatic steep coast limestone cliffs. To avoid the many crowds trying to making that one perfect selfie, you will stop at the smaller, but more intimate Maya Noi Bay instead (Nov – May). From here you also have a breathtaking view of the bay and also a good spot for beautiful pictures. Take your time relaxing on the beach, go for a swim in the emerald colored sea, explore the beautiful underwater world around Phi Phi islands or just enjoy the spectacular views around you. Cruise further through breathtaking scenery for Loh Sama Bay, Pileh lagoon and Viking Cave.

Late afternoon, you will visit Ton Sai Bay at Phi Phi Don Island. An impressive double bay surrounded by white sandy beaches and sunlit crystal water. At the center of the village, you find many cafés, bars and shops waiting to be explored. Before sunset, you will head back for Phuket and arrive at Grand Marina Pier around 6 PM, followed by a transfer back to hotel in Phuket

NOVEMBER 08, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

After checking out of your hotel, you will be transferred by speed boat to Paradise Resort

The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to enjoy your resort hotel in Koh Yao Noi and/or sign up for their many activities offered

Overnight in Koh Yao Noi

NOVEMBER 09, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

Full day visit Phang Nga Bay by Speed Boat incl lunch (Approximate Time: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

James Bond Island is located in Phang Nga Bay within the Straits of Malacca, between the island of Phuket and the Malay Peninsula mainland close to southern Thailand. The island’s English nickname derives from the fact that it was the setting for Scaramanga’s lair in the film “The man with the Golden Gun”, starring Roger Moore as Ian Fleming’s legendary British agent, 007. With such a rich and varied natural environment, it’s not surprising that a number of different human cultures also co-exist in the local communities. Fishing is a popular industry, as is harvesting Nypa palm leaves, in addition to catering for the large presence of international tourism that is attracted by the area’s natural beauty. The original community inhabits the island of Koh Pannyi, a village built on stilts because of the tides that cause a water height increase of more than 2.5 meters.

Populated by Muslim sea gypsies, the village lies in the shadow of a large rock, which stands beside the local mosque’s green dome. The village currently houses 300 families with an economy that is heavily reliant on international tourism, people from where visit this unique setting in their droves.

Immortalized in cinema history, this famous rock is often used as the backdrop to striking images known in Thailand as ”Koh Tapu”, which means nail, reflecting its wide peak which narrows towards the base. From Phuket, you can reach the island in about 40 minutes by speed boat.

Return to resort late afternoon

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

Day free at leisure or enjoy the resort’s facilities

Overnight in Koh Yao Yai

NOVEMBER 11, 2019 – NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Breakfast at the hotel

Morning at leisure and hotel check out. Transfer from Koh Yao Noi late afternoon to Phuket by speed boat. Check in at the Cachet Dewa Phuket Resort for a whole day of relaxation in your room or the pool.

This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner on the resort grounds. Late night transfer to Phuket Airport for departure back to the US.