DAY 1, Tuesday or Thursday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Thailand. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey.

DAY 2, Wednesday or Friday - Arrive in Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to your hotel. 

DAY 3, Thursday or Saturday - Bangkok City Tour
This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temple tour. This tour will introduce you to Bangkok, the “City of Angels”. Drive through Chinese Town, the Indian Market, and the Wholesale Flower Market. Visit Wat Po (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), the oldest and first school for people in the olden days. See the biggest Reclining Buddha statue, 150 feet long and 40 feet high, before continuing to the Royal Avenue where most of the Government offices are located and the Palace of the Present King. (B)
 
Optional: Siam Niramit Show & Dinner ($54) 

DAY 4, Friday or Sunday - Full Day in Bangkok
Full day at leisure to explore Bangkok independently. (B)
 
Optional: Half Day Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha ($32)
Optional: Chao Phraya River Cruise with Dinner ($69)

DAY 5, Saturday or Monday - Travel to Ayutthaya
Depart for Ayutthaya, the second and most prosperous capital of Thailand, from 1350-1767. On the way, stop at Bang Pa In Royal Palace. Bang Pa In was the royal summer palace for Thai kings. Originally constructed in 1632, the complex fell into disrepair. In the mid-1800's, King Mongkut restored the site to its former glory. Upon arrival in Ayutthaya, enjoy sunset at Chai Wattanaram Temple. This temple was built by King Prasat Tong, who was actually a commoner who overthrew the previous king and took his throne. This is a lovely place to take in the nature and peace of Siam. (B) 

DAY 6, Sunday or Tuesday - Travel to Sukhothai
Depart Ayutthaya and travel north to Sukhothai. Sukhothai was founded in the 13th Century by King Ramkhamhaeng, as the capital of Siam. (B) 

DAY 7, Monday or Wednesday - Sukhothai Historical Park, Travel to Chiang Rai
Some of the most beautiful Thai art and architecture was produced during Sukhothai's golden era - between the 13th and 14th centuries. Modern Sukhothai is made up of the old town and new town. The old town of Sukhothai mainly consists of the large Historical Park, where most of the remains of the original city can be seen. Today you will have the opportunity to tour this historical site and marvel at the ancient Buddha figures, palace buildings and ruined temples. Later in the day, board your tour bus to venture north for Chiang Rai. (B)

DAY 8, Tuesday or Thursday - Mae Sai Border Town & Golden Triangle
This morning, travel to the town of Mae Sai, the northern-most point of Thailand, on the border of Myanmar. Here you will have the opportunity to cross over into Myanmar (Visa into Myanmar is obtained locally, at the border crossing, and at your own expense). After the morning excursion, we will stop at the infamous Hall of Opium. This tour combines a museum of the history of opium and the impact of illegal drugs, with an information center for research and extensive education on opium, opiates and other narcotics. Later, visit the night bazaar for an evening of shopping for the local wares of Chiang Rai. (B)
 
Optional: Mekong River Cruise ($19) 

DAY 9, Wednesday or Friday - Travel to Chiang Mai
After a morning at leisure, we will head to Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai is the cultural heart of Northern Thailand. Located in the rolling foothills of the Himalayas, Chiang Mai's remained isolated from the world until the 1920's. (B)
 
Optional: Half Day Mae Salong Hill Tribe ($19)
Optional: Kantoke Dinner & Show ($25)

DAY 10, Thursday or Saturday - Full Day in Chiang Mai
Enjoy the morning at leisure to explore Chiang Mai independently. Chiang Mai is a city known for culture, nature and handicrafts. This afternoon, visit the handicraft street of Sankampang for on site demonstrations of how the silk, lacquer, silver, wood and bronze wares are made. Later today, visit the world's largest gem factory, where you will learn about gem stones, visit the mining area and watch while stones are cut and set. (B)
 
Optional: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant Camp with lunch ($27)
Optional: Traditional Thai Massage ($32)

DAY 11, Friday or Sunday - Chiang Mai City & Temples Tour; Dinner at Private Home
Morning at leisure in Chiang Mai. This afternoon, enjoy a half day city and temple tour, and visit the most interesting temples in Chiang Mai. Your tour takes you to Wat Suan Dok, where the remains of the Chiang Mai Royal family are enshrined. The tour continues to Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, erected in 1384 A.D. Located 3500 feet above sea level, Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep is Northern Thailand's most sacred temple, containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha and a copper-plated chedi topped by a tiered gold parasol in its interior cloister. Equally impressive is the mythological Naga (Dragon-headed serpent) staircase, consisting of 290 steps leading up to the temple grounds. As you descend the stairs, there will be an opportunity to visit a local jade factory. In the evening, enjoy the authentic experience of dinner in a local Chiang Mai family home. Enjoy a tour of the home, and an open conversation of how a typical Thai family lives, all while enjoying the savors of home cooked Thai cuisine. (B,D) 

DAY 12, Saturday or Monday - Flight to Phuket
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket, via Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B) 

DAY 13, Sunday or Tuesday - Full Day in Phuket
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Phuket, the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. Perhaps sample some of the island's delicious Malay, Sri Lankan, and Thai cuisine or stroll the beautiful, world-class beaches.
 
Optional: Full Day Phang Nga Bay and Lawa Island by Cruiser with lunch ($75)

Day 14, Monday or Wednesday - Full Day in Phuket
Full day at leisure to explore Phuket independently. (B)
 
Optional: Full Day Phi Phi & Khai Islands by Speedboat with lunch ($96)

DAY 15, Tuesday or Thursday - Flight to Bangkok
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure. (B) 

DAY 16, Wednesday or Friday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) 

• Intra-flight
• 14 nights First Class accommodations
• 15 meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 dinner
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Services of English-speaking tour manager (Day 2-12)
• Services of a local English-speaking guide in Phuket
• Entrance fees per itinerary

Not Included: Optional tours and gratuities.

• Reclining Buddha
• Sukhothai Historical Park
• Doi Suthep
• Dinner at Chiang Mai Private Home

Bangkok: Century Park Hotel
Ayutthaya: Kantary Hotel 
Sukhothai: Legendha Sukhothai
Chiang Rai: Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort
Chiang Mai: Le Meridien Chiang Mai 
Phuket: Burasari Patong Hotel

• Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights Chiang Mai-Bangkok and Bangkok-Phuket-Bangkok.
• Flights from the USA may arrive on DAY 3. Included sightseeing commences in the afternoon on Day 3.
• Please note, Phuket is an independent extension and your Tour Manager will not accompany you. Local English-speaking guides will be there to provide limited assistance.
• Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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