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1 Leisure Consultant: Anh Thai (Ms.) Date: December 07, 2010 (Take out hotel and round trip transfers in Singapore) Guest s Name: GROUP TO BANGKOK IN OCTOBER 2011 Please give full passport information for flight reservation & hotel check-in Number of Guests: persons Room type: Double / Twin / Single rooms Room Preference: Non smoking/nice view (where available) Travel Dates: From: October 27, 2011 To: October 30, 2011 Travel Style: Cultural & History Destination/s: Bangkok - Thailand Remarks:

2 OPTION 1 3 NIGHTS IN BANGKOK Please note that this proposed itinerary is subject to availability. We will only proceed with all reservations upon receiving your written confirmation. We recommend your confirmation as early as possible. October 27, 2011 (Thu): Arrive Bangkok (own ticket) Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, meet and greet at AIRSIDE for fast track Immigration formality process. Our staff will help re-claim your check luggage and forward through Customs formality. Royal welcome presents by maiden in traditional costume and escort to waiting transportation. Exclusive chauffeured transfer direct from airport to hotel (approx. 45 minutes transfer to riverside hotel). Refresher towel and chilled mineral water serviced during transfer. Pre-registration and hotel check in Check in time: 0200pm. Early check in is subject to availability. Unpack and remainder of the day is free at leisure to observe your new surrounding. Tonight after you have enjoyed your own dinner, one of the great rewards of traveling to Bangkok, awaits you. Suggest 60 minutes traditional massage that offers a wondrous blend release stress & jetlag into relaxation for beauty sleep. None Peninsula Hotel / Deluxe Room October 28, 2011 (Fri): Best of Bangkok Medley Tour duration: Depart hotel: Return hotel: Dress code: Approx. 8:00 hours including lunch 0830am Est. 0430pm or 0500pm For religious respect, all visitors must wear top with short sleeves with long trousers and kneed length skirts and shoes must be turned off when entering to any temple s chapel. Meet at hotel lobby, exclusive transfer to visit Grand Palace. It is the most important shrine in the Thailand since it was established in The complex houses not only the Royal residence and throne halls, but also government offices and the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

3 Then continue to Wat Po, which has the enormous reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Thailand s previous Kings. Wat Po is also the spiritual home of authentic therapeutic Thai massage, the architecture is stunning so be sure to bring plenty of film for your camera. This will surely be a highlight of your stay in Bangkok. Surprise! A short but exciting ride on Bangkok s Tuk Tuk with Police Escort the Convoy through Rattanakosit Island & visit is made to Bangkok s biggest fresh flower market. Then continue with the Hot Rod Bangkok long tailed speed boat to explore Bangkokian s local life style along the small canals. The journey passing through Temple of Dawn or Wat Arun and boat journey end at beautiful Thai house along the river bank where authentic Thai lunch is exclusively served (meal only, no drinks/water). At 02:30 pm, visit Wang Na Palace or the current National Museum with Officer of National Museum s Scholar or Historian officer. In the former grounds of the 18th Century Wang Na Palace, The National Museum houses the largest collection of Thai art and artifacts in the country, and is definitely worth a visit. Opened by King Rama V to exhibit the antiques and gifts bestowed to him by his father, it once held a reputation for being an ill-organized gathering of dusty relics. That has now changed, with exhibits now arranged into three areas consistent with Thai history and good English-language descriptions available. The front of the Sivamokhaphiman Hall is a Thai history gallery spanning the Sukothai through to the Rattanakosin periods. The Archaeological and Art History collection showcases items from Thailand's prehistory to Sukhotahai and Ayutthaya eras right through to the modern Thai Kingdom, including many ancient sculptures. Among scores of interesting collections in the decorative arts and ethnological collection are Chinese weapons, gold treasures, precious stones, Khon masks, puppets, ceramics, clothing and textiles, woodcarving and traditional musical instruments from around Southeast Asia. Other exhibits of interest include a funeral chariot hall, featuring carriages used for royal cremations, and many excellent examples of Thai architecture. These include the Buddhaisawan chapel, a teak or 'red' house called Tamank Deang and various beautiful pavilions. (National Museum is Closed every Monday, Tuesday and Public Holidays) This evening, depart at your hotel at 0645 for Glory Royal Thai Dinner with Elegant Classical Dance at the Sala Rim Naam Restaurant Operated by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Dress code: Smart casual evening wear Sala Rim Naam showcases two of Thailand s most unique and rewarding cultural experiences: classic Thai dance performance and delicious Thai cuisine. Inside a Thai pavilion lovingly crafted in teak, marble and bronze, the stage is set for some of Thailand s most skilled performers of traditional music and costume dances. It is a thoroughly joyous celebration of the grace, beauty, myth and artistry of ancient Siam. Delightful Mai Thai Cocktail in Pineapple is served for your welcome drink and follows by an Authentic Thai Set Dinner Royal Way! Inclusive of Round Trip shuttle boat transfer from hotel s pier direct to Sala Rim Naam with English Speaking guide escort Welcome Mai Thai Cocktail in Phuket s Pineapple (alcoholic and non alcoholic available) 4 course Royal Thai Set Dinner (family style meal only, no drinks/water at meal) Elegant menu card Royal Thai Classical performance during dinner Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Peninsula Hotel / Deluxe Room October 29, 2011 (Sat): Ruins of Ayutthaya the former Capital of Thailand Dress code today: as the program will take you to visit heritage sites and temples, so for religious reason, women should have wear top with short sleeves and trousers or skirt. Gentlemen should wear long trousers and short-sleeved shirts. Shoes must be removed before entering any temples.

4 Morning, Enjoy healthy breakfast at hotel overlooking the Chao Pharya River River of King At 08:30 am, depart Bangkok by air-condition coach to Ayutthaya around hour relax drive along paddy fields to the former capital of Thailand. The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya is one of Thailand's historical and majestic highlights. Serving as the Thai capital for 417 years ( : Kingdom of Ayutthaya), it was once glorified as one of the biggest cities in the world a Southeast Asia center for civilizations. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders or diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loubre in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition. Ayutthaya was founded in the 14th Century by the Thais of the lower Chao Phraya River plain, and it soon became the dominant city-state. Its kings annexed Sukhothai in the 15th Century, and made Ayutthaya the largest city in South East Asia, deeply impressing the Europeans who began to trade with them in the 16th Century. The city was sacked and burnt by the Burmese in 1767, leading to the foundation of a new capital, Bangkok, after the Burmese had been driven out. Our expert guide will be pleased to show you the Glory Temples in Ayutthaya such as Wat Phra Srisanpetch, which was brunt by the Burmese over 200 years ago and Wat Phra Mahathat and Wat Yai Chaiyamongkol, inside the temple area is Chedi Chaimongkol which was built by the royal command of King Naresuan the Great to commemorate his victory in a war against the Burmese. Best and should not be missed: an opportunity of ridding on elephant back along the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya Simply delicious Thai luncheon is served at Ayutthaya Traditional House (meal only, no drinks/water) Around 02:30 pm, expected return to Bangkok for shopping spree at your disposal. Suggested choice of antique collections at Lek s Gallery, Silver Ware at Lins, woodcarving at Chin and Silk at Jim Thompson Main Store 0500pm expected return to hotel. Free time for freshen up and change. Tonight Enjoy Colors of the City by night at the Vertigo Breathtaking Al Fresco Roof Top Dining Depart hotel: 07:00 pm Return hotel: 10:30 pm Dress code: Smart evening wear with proper shoes Notice Meal only, No drinks/water included during meal A must-see in every Bangkok travel itinerary, Vertigo is unlike any other bar-cum-restaurant in the world: some 61 floors above the streets of Bangkok, this open-air rooftop lounge gives true meaning to the word 'vertigo' as it grants views that simply take your breath away. Stylish, sophisticated and reaching for the clouds! It is the great place for good bye Bangkok City.

5 For those who would like to explore a little of Bangkok s famous nightlife, we can drop you off at local night market and those guests would then make their own way back to the hotel at their own convenience by taxi. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Peninsula Hotel / Deluxe Room October 30, 2011 (Sun): Bangkok / Singapore TG /1430 Economy class After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the late morning flight to Singapore. On arrival, you will make your own transfer from Singapore airport to your hotel for check in. Remainder of the day is free at leisure. Lunch and Dinner are on own. No services in Singapore are required. End of services Breakfast Fairmont Hotel / Own arrangement I/ HOTEL & LAND TOUR COST WITHOUT The tour cost is based on the above suggested hotel/room categories. It is subject to change due to space unavailability when making reservation. 01 FOC for tour leader in one single room from range of 15 paying persons to 29 paying persons. 02 FOCs for tour leaders in one double room from range of 30 paying persons onwards. All tour prices (except airfares) are valid from 01 Oct 2011 until 31 Oct PAX 3-4 PAX 5-6 PAX Single Supplement US$ 1,683 US$ 1,547 US$ 1,441 US$ PAX PAX Single Supplement US$ 1,496 US$ 1,425 US$ Paying PAX + 1 FOC in SGL Paying PAX + 1 FOC in SGL Paying PAX + 1 FOC in SGL Single Supplement US$ 1,500 US$ 1,450 US$ 1,411 US$ 476

6 30-34 Paying PAX Paying PAX Paying PAX Single Supplement US$ 1,420 US$ 1,473 US$ 1,432 US$ Paying PAX Paying PAX Paying PAX Single Supplement US$ 1,406 US$ 1,387 US$ 1,368 US$ 476 II/ Airfares US$, per economy class ticket and WITHOUT ANY FOC for the trip leader Airfare SIN-BKK as of today April 16, 2010: US$, per person and airport tax is included in airfare US$ 229 / person / way by Thai Airway (TG) US$ 405 / person / way by Singapore Airline (SQ) Airfare SIN-BKK-SIN as of today April : US$, per person and airport tax is included in airfare US$ 381 / person / way by Thai Airway (TG) US$ 475 / person / way by Singapore Airline (SQ) Note: - The above is our current airfare as of today April 16, This airfare is NOT inclusive of any FOC for the trip leader. - The above airfare is subject to change in accordance with actual airfares upon ticket issuance. SERVICES TO BE INCLUDED & NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST Inclusive of 03 nights with daily breakfast in Bangkok Special meet at airside and fast track immigration formalities process in Bangkok Private transfers and transportation on tour as per program Separate luggage trucks with porters Local English speaking guide Entrance fees and private boat ride as per program Tuk Tuk in Bangkok Elephant ride in Bangkok Special activities as mentioned in the program 60 minutes massage at the Peninsula s Spa salon Meals as specified (meal only, no drinks/water) Water & tissue on sightseeing days Non-inclusive of: All flights Hotel Accommodation in Singapore All services in Singapore Other meals where not included in the itinerary Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners Hotel early check in / late check out Overweight luggage Personal expenses Travel & Trip insurance Tips & gratuities Other services not listed in inclusive column * Note: the regular hotel check-in hour and 1200pm