800 554 7016; M-F 8-7, Sat 9-1 CT or speak to your travel professional LUXURY SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS Thailand in Style 2017 12 Days from $11,995 Limited to 18 guests OFFER Save 50% on the single supplement on select 2017 departures. Discover beautiful Thailand in hallmark A&K luxury, from tranquil Chiang Rai to enticing Phi Phi Island, visiting a traditional floating market and luxuriating in your secluded accommodations. A&K Advantages Experience the fabled beauty and colorful culture of Thailand Embrace a slower pace of life amid the breathtaking hills, and diverse flora and fauna, of Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai Explore exotic Phi Phi Island, snorkeling in azure waters and relaxing on dreamy white beaches Observe a unique way of life when you visit a floating market, where vendors sell their wares from canoe-style boats Enjoy stays in luxurious, secluded accommodations and enjoy a delightful, leisurely paced itinerary Page: 1 of 5
Itinerary DAY 1: ARRIVE BANGKOK, THAILAND Arrive in Bangkok, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. The Peninsula Bangkok DAY 2: BANGKOK EMERALD BUDDHA & KLONG CRUISE Visit the Grand Palace, a beautiful example of an ancient Siamese court, and Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha statue. Then, Ride Like a Local by tuk-tuk to Wat Pho temple, to behold the 150-foot-long Reclining Buddha statue. Next, explore the city s renowned klongs (canals) by boat and cruise the Chao Phraya River. Also visit Wat Arun and the Royal Barge Museum. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. The Peninsula Bangkok Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 3: BANGKOK INTRIGUING LOCAL MARKET VISITS Tour a floating market where vendors sell their wares from canoe-style boats. Drive to a market set up on railroad tracks, where vendors take down and reset their displays to accommodate the passing of each train. Finish with lunch at a local restaurant. The Peninsula Bangkok Meals: Breakfast, Lunch DAY 4: BANGKOK/CHIANG RAI SUNSET ON THE MEKONG Fly to Chiang Rai, where you check in to your enchanting accommodations. Later, embark on a sunset cruise on the Mekong River, followed by dinner at your hotel. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 5: CHIANG RAI ENCOUNTER THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE Set off on a fascinating excursion to the Golden Triangle a mountainous region spanning northern Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Explore the ruins of sacred temples and defensive walls in Chiang Saen. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure at your hotel, capped off with a scenic sundowner before dinner. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 6: CHIANG RAI/CHIANG MAI DAZZLING WHITE TEMPLE Drive to Chiang Mai, stopping en route at sparkling Wat Rong Khun, also called The White Temple, to view its eclectic mix of murals and paintings. Arrive in Chiang Mai and settle into your accommodations. Tonight, gather for a unique dining experience at the home of the late Thai author, Rong Wong-savun, savoring a home-cooked meal prepared by his widow, Sumalee. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 7: CHIANG MAI MEETING WITH A LOCAL MONK Visit a fascinating local market, and then return to your hotel for an interactive Chef's Table experience. This afternoon, set out for Waroros Market to browse the locally made products. Ride a trishaw to Wat Phra Singh, and then enjoy a private audience with a monk at a Buddhist temple. Proceed to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for glorious sunset views. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 8: CHIANG MAI/PHUKET HILL TRIBE TEXTILES Visit a textile museum to view a wonderful selection of Thai textiles and learn about the individual hill tribes where they originated. Later, fly to Phuket, where you check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner on the beach. Banyan Tree Phuket Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 9: PHUKET TOURING THE HISTORIC CITY Set out on a city tour of Phuket, including the Phuket Thai Hua Museum, housed in a charming 1930s British-colonial-style mansion. Then, savor a lunch of authentic Thai cuisine at the Blue Elephant, a historic 105-year-old landmark. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. Banyan Tree Phuket Meals: Breakfast, Lunch DAY 10: PHUKET PHI PHI ISLAND EXCURSION After a morning at leisure, embark by speedboat to Phi Phi Island, one of the most beautiful destinations in Asia. Swim or snorkel in shallow, crystal blue waters, visit the Viking Cave to view what are believed to be prehistoric wall paintings, and relax on the white sand beaches of this lush tropical paradise. Tonight, gather with fellow guests for a farewell dinner. Banyan Tree Phuket Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAYS 11 12: DEPART BANGKOK Fly to Bangkok, transfer to your hotel and use an executive room for up to 24 hours after check-in. Depart tonight or the next day. Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok (Day 11) Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel Meals: Breakfast Page: 2 of 5
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Extensions Explore Dubai: Stopover Package Days: 3 From: $1,995 Park Hyatt Dubai (from $1,495) Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach (from $1,995) Burj Al Arab Jumeirah (from $3,295) Explore Dubai 3 Days Fly glamorous Emirates to Dubai and check in to your luxury hotel. Discover the best of this dazzling city, viewing its remarkable architecture, visiting the Spice Market and colorful shops at the Deira Gold Souk, and ascending the Burj Khalifa, the world s tallest skyscraper. On the last day, continue on to your journey or board your flight home. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah BeachBurj Al Arab Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast Page: 4 of 5
Dates & Prices Prices are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy. Dates Prices Single Supplement Internal Air (From) Availability Dec 23 - Jan 03 $11,995 $6,495 $595 Call for Availability Journey Details Internal Air: Economy class from $595 (Bangkok/Chiang Rai; Chiang Mai/Phuket/Bangkok) This journey contains some active elements. Minimum age is 10 years. First group event: welcome briefing on Day 2 at 8:00 a.m. Last group event: flight from Phuket to Bangkok on Day 11 arriving at 6:00 p.m. Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Internal and international air not included. See complete terms and conditions here. Page: 5 of 5