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Arrival in Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok. Warm welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting of the tour guide in the meeting point's Suvarnabhumi airport.

Welcome to Bangkok - the “Land of Smiles”, one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities, a national treasure house and Thailand’s spiritual, cultural, political, commercial, educational and diplomatic centre. After a moment of courtesy meeting then self-introduce with tour guide at the meeting point's Bangkok Airport.

Please note that standard check in time is 14.00, check out at 12.00. Early check in or late check-out is subject to room availability. Hotel would probably guarantee early check in or late checkout as an extra surcharge on depend to the rooming’s status at that time.

Transfer to hotel for check-in and take your time to free at leisure for your independent activities.

The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (the Temple of the Emerald Buddha) - Together, these two sites form what many consider the greatest spectacle for visitors to Bangkok. Dating back to 1782 (when Bangkok was founded), the entire compound consists of over 100 brightly colored buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics. Because of its popularity, this destination is often extremely crowded, but still an essential part of any trip to Bangkok.

Presently, the Grand Palace is used for the occasional ceremony and is no longer the royal home (the present King Bhumibol lives in Chitralada Palace, located in Bangkok's nearby Dusit district). The interiors of most of the buildings in the Grand Palace are closed to the public

Wat Phra Kaew adjoins the Grand Palace in a common compound and is the home of the country's most famous Buddha statue (also known as the Emerald Buddha). This important figure has a long and interesting history that is tied to the royal family and once resided in nearby Wat Arun. It is relatively small (about 66 centimeters) and is situated in a high position in the Wat to signify its important status in the Thai kingdom.

Wat Po (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha) - Bangkok’s largest temple is most famous as the home a giant reclining Buddha statue (45 meters long), but there is also much more to see here. Four large Chedis (and 73 small ones) 394 Buddha statues, and a Bodhi tree are situated throughout the compound and about 300 monks live in the monastery.

Thonburi Klongs: Travel on the picturesque Chao Phraya River (also known as the River of the Kings) and throughout the klongs (canals) of Thonburi situated on the West side of the river from Bangkok. This is an excellent chance to observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways, all of which helped gave the city the nickname of “Venice of the East.” A highlight of this trip includes Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), a major riverside landmark. This magnificent shrine is decorated with ceramic pieces from top to bottom and has a pagoda that soars 79 meters into the sky. The afternoon concludes with a visit to the Flower Market and The Golden Mount.

In the evening, we highly recommend a welcome dinner with THAI DINNER & DANCES - A Thai cultural dance and music performance with delicious Thai dinner in traditional setting at Silom Village Restaurant (or similar) - The last restaurant constructed in the old Thai traditional village style on Silom Road is housed in a compound with 15 teak houses and 3 buildings. These houses were constructed during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in 1908 and converted to a restaurant and Thai handicraft shops in 1981. The menu offers a range of Thai food, seafood and basic favorites that appeal to foreigners and guest will be entertained by live Thai music and dance performances in the traditional style. (see supplement)

Return to your hotel and free at leisure for your own activities. Overnight in Bangkok. (B)

Floating Market - Located at Ratchaburi Province, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market dates back to 1866 when King Rama IV ordered that a canal 32 kilometers long be dug at Damnoen Saduak to connect the Mae Klong and Tacheen Rivers (his reason for doing so lies in the fact that the quality of the soil on the banks of the canal is excellent for growing many kinds of fruits and vegetables including Malacca grape, Chinese grapefruit, mangos, bananas, and coconuts). The Floating Market is an ideal place for tourists to see the old style and traditional way of selling and buying fruits, vegetables and other from small boats. Tourists will also be able to see traditional Thai houses and the way locals use boats in their everyday lives.

River Kwai - Apart from the fascinating natural geography, this region has many major attractions affiliated with World War II: The Bridge over the River Kwai, still in use today, was the target of frequent Allied bombing raids during 1945, and was rebuilt after the war end. The JEATH Museum, an enclave constructed largely as an Allied prisoners of war camp, contains a collection of photographs. The War Cemetery is the final resting place for over 6000 prisoners of war who perished during the construction of the “Death Railway,” (also known as Hell Fire Pass). Visitors to Kanchanaburi will be moved as they reflect on how these memorials have come to signify the harsh realties of war.

This morning, check-out right after breakfast then drive straight to Pattaya, located 160 kilometers southeast of Bangkok. Pattaya has emerged as the favorite Southeast Asian vacation spot. A fascinating escape where tourists, holidaymakers from around the world unfold an incomparable array of possibilities to unwind during exotic holiday on much fun and comfortable beach vacations.

Arrival in Pattaya, transfer to hotel for check-in and free at leisure for your own activities.

Evening, we would strongly suggest you to enjoy a dinner show (see supplement) with Alcazar Show. Show time at 18.30 PM.

The Alcazar Show is the greatest transvestite cabaret show in Asia and has become the legend of Pattaya. The Alcazar will offer a memorable experience of a life time with a marvellous combination of Music, Dance, and costume presentations. The magical performance of Alcazar involves high-technology of computerized lighting system, studio colors, and circle surround of DTS system. Today, the Alcazar is a "World Class" cabaret show in its own right. No visit to Pattaya is complete without seeing the spectacular Alcazar Show. With your "Satisfaction guaranteed", every one of all age groups will undoubtedly have the most entertaining night!

An exhilarating experience from the moment the motor launch leaves Pattaya Bay until the return in the late afternoon, this excursion offers guests the opportunity to sail across the sparking aqua-blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand for over an hour and then anchor offshore from Koh Larn (Coral Island) for fun under the brilliant tropical sun.

Once there, you can relax, swim, dive, snorkel (your own account) or simply bronze yourself on the Island’s golden beaches. The whole day is designed for maximum enjoyment and the unique experience of this idyllic tropical paradise.

After a delicious lunch on the Island (see supplement), board a glass-bottomed boat to view the beautiful coral formations before finally returning to Pattaya Bay.

Back to your hotel and free at leisure for your own activities. Overnight in Pattaya. (B)

Today, check-out right after breakfast, then drive straight up to the Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok for domestic flight to Phuket by BKK/HKT PG273 at 13.45-15.10 /or TG215 at 14.30-15.50 (supposing). Warmly welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting of the tour guide in the meeting point’s Phuket Airport.

Welcome to Phuket, Thailand’s largest island is blessed with magnificent coves and bays, palm-fringed beaches, sparkling island dotted seas, sincerely hospitable people, superb accommodation and sea-food, etc.

Transfer to hotel for check-in and the balance of the day is free at leisure for your own activities.

We would strongly recommend you to enjoy a dinner with Phuket Fantasea Show: Inspired by Thailand's rich and exotic heritage, Phuket FantaSea not only showcases the charm and beauty of Thailand, but also enriches ancient Thai traditions with the wonder of cutting edge technology and special effects. (see supplement)

• The client is advised to be at the theatre 20 minutes before the show starts

Day 07: Phuket Beach - Phang Nga Bay Tour By Cruiser (by A/C car, long-tail boat)

This exciting, all-day excursion takes visitors to the unique and spectacular seascape of Phang Nga, one of nature’s most unusual and beautiful locations, and the site of the 1974 James Bond film “The Man With The Golden Gun,” (starring Roger Moore as 007 and Christopher Lee as the title character). From there, guests depart from Laem Sai in a speedy luxury cruiser to enjoy more amazing scenery including the dramatic limestone mountains of Panak Island and Hong Island, before approaching Koh Tapu, which has been know as ‘James Bond Island.’ From there, the boat outing continues through the mangrove and silent caves, with cliff faces that seemingly rise majestically straight up from the sea.

An afternoon lunch (see supplement) will be served at Koh Pannyi (also known as Sea Gypsy Island) which is built over the water on stilts, before the day concludes with a tour to the dreamy landscape of Koh Lawa Beach. Back to hotel and END THE TRIP. Overnight in Phuket. (B)

This morning, check-out right after breakfast, then transfer to Phuket airport for a flight back to Bangkok by hkt/bkk PG 272 at 10.20-11.45. Then you will wait for few hours at airport and take the connecting flight to Yangon by BKK/RGN PG 703 at 15.00-15.50.

Arrive at Yangon International Airport, warm welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting then self-introduce with tour guides in the meeting point's Yangon Airport.

Welcome to Yangon has been the capital of Myanmar since the middle of the 19th century when the British transformed it into their administrative centre of Further India. Its impressive colonial and spiritual heritage makes Yangon one of the most fascinating capitals of South East Asia.

Transfer to hotel for check in and take your time to free at leisure for your independent activities.

This morning, early wake up, check-out, breakfast in box, transfer to Yangon airport for a domestic flight to Mandalay by RGN/MDL 6T 801 at 07.30-08.55.

Upon arrival at the new Mandalay Airport, proceed directly to Amarapura, former Royal capital of Myanmar but the suburb of Mandalay nowadays. Visit MAHAGANDAYON, a famous Buddhist monastery, where more than a thousand monks live and study; continue to the 200-year-old U BEIN teak bridge, built in 1782 at the time when Amarapura was the royal capital, the world’s longest teak wood bridge across the Taungthaman Lake - an ideal place to view the sunset. Visit of BAGAYA MONASTERY, with a superb collection of Buddha statues. En route, stop at a traditional hand-weaving silk workshop. Drive to Mandalay and check-in at hotel.

In the afternoon, proceed on a comprehensive sightseeing tour including MAHAMUNI PAGODA with its spectacular Buddha image covered with thick layers of gold leaves, SHWE INBIN, one of the most outstanding monasteries in the country, SHWE NAN DAW KYAUNG or GOLDEN PALACE MONASTERY, a superb example of a traditional wooden building and KUTHODAW PAGODA, known as the world’s largest book, consisting of 729 marble slabs engraved with Buddhist scriptures. A visit is also made to a craftsmen’s workshop to see Kalaga tapestries being created.

After breakfast, transfer to the Mandalay Gawwein jetty, we would take a short boat ride up river about 11 km (1 hour) to reach Mingun, located at the other side of the Ayeyarwaddy river and north of Mandalay. The boat ride is always pleasant as one can learn the ways of local life along the river. Sightseeing highlights includes Pathodawgyi - believed to be one of the largest brick base in the world and it would be one of the wonders of the world in case if it was completed; Mingun bell - weighing 90 tons and being the largest uncracked bell in the world, said to be world’s biggest un-cracked and ringing bell and Myatheindan pagoda represents for Buddhist cosmology. Return to Mandalay.

Afternoon sightseeing at Mandalay includes a visit to Atumashi monastery - originally believed to be the best teak wood monastery in architecture and art works until it was burnt down and nowadays a new building of similar prototype exists there; Mandalay Royal Palace - a well planned palace located at the heart of today’s Mandalay city.

This morning, early wake up and check-out right after breakfast, transfer to Mandalay airport for a morning flight back Yangon by MDL/RGN 6T 406 at 08.40-10.40 /or W9 011 at 08.50-10.35.

Leaving Yangon airport right after, enjoy a scenic journey by road to Kyaiktiyo, 190km to the east. Late morning, arrive at Kyaiktiyo base camp and transfer to the transit junction with one of the small open trucks in a 1-hour ride. Start an easy one-hour walk up to the Golden Rock and enjoy sunset from this unforgettable site. One of Myanmar's great pilgrimage sites is the Golden Rock at Kyaiktiyo, a huge boulder covered by gold leaf and delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff. The pagoda at the Golden Rock is said to hold a hair of the Buddha.

Transfer to hotel for check in and take your time to free at leisure for your independent activities. Overnight in Kyaiktiyo. (B)

This morning, check out right after breakfast; continue by road for 110km to Bago, an ancient capital dating back to the 6th century. Sightseeing in Bago includes the beautiful 55 meter long reclining Buddha called Shwethalyaung and the Mon style Shwemawdaw Pagoda, one of the most venerated in Myanmar. Its spire stands 114m high and is taller even than the Shwedagon Pagoda. Visit also the huge 4 sitting Buddha’s "Kyaikpun”. Return by road to Yangon, visiting the Allied War Cemetery near Htaukkyan, the final resting place for over 27,000 allied soldiers, and also visit a local woven bamboo factory.

Transfer back to Yangon and transfer to hotel for check in and take your time to free at leisure for your independent activities. overnight in Yangon. (B)

After breakfast, we discover the colourful capital of Myanmar with a close looks at the local life of this historical city. Yangon sightseeing tour includes the old colonial style city center with the gilded Sule Pagoda, dating back over 2,000 years and Botataung Pagoda. Continue sightseeing to Chaukhtatgyi, a huge reclining Buddha image followed by photo stop made at Karaweik Hall, a royal floating barge, a visit of a gems shop, Kaba Aye (World peace) Pagoda and Mahapasana Guha Cave, where the sixth Buddhist synod took place. Then shopping at Bogyoke (Scotts) Market with hundreds of stores and of gems shops. After that, visit to Lawkachangthar Arbaya Larbamuni (Kyauktawgyi). An extended visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the world’s most spectacular religious monuments and the golden dome of Shwedagon Pagoda rises 98 meters above its base and is covered with 60 tons of pure gold, will conclude the tour of this picturesque garden city.

Back to hotel and free at leisure at night for your own activities. Overnight in Yangon. (B)

This morning, check out right after breakfast, transfer to Yangon airport for a flight back Bangkok by RGN/BKK PG702 at 10.55-12.50. A moment for transit in the Suvarnabhumi airport, and take a next flight to Siem Reap - Cambodia by BKK/REP PG907 at 17.00-18.10.

Arrival in Siem Reap airport (probably via Bangkok). Warm welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting then self-introduce with tour guide in the meeting point's Siem Reap Airport.

Welcome to Siem Riep - The Cradle of Angkor Civilization - Where Cambodian were Born, this is also a famous Archaeological City, as named as one of the seven greatest architectural wonders of the World. Covering approx 600 sq km, it contains more than 100 fabulous ancient monuments and over dozen major compound Temples, which were built during the most splendid Era of the Khmer Dynasty between the 9^th - 13^th century and were the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire

Transfer to hotel for check in and free leisure at night. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B)

Firstly, you will visit the wonderful Angkor Thom (the Great City) including the Southern Gate, famous Bayon temple (12^th century in the center of city remains one the most enigmatic temples of the Angkor group composed of 54 gothic towers decorated with 216 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara. Baphuon temple is lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru. Terrace of Elephants used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king’s grand audience hall; Terrace of the Leper King a plateform 7m high, on the top stands a nude though sexless statue; Phimean Akas temple means “Celestial Palace”, dedicated to Hinduism.

Afternoon, visit the wonderful Angkor Wat – one of the seven greatest architectural wonders of the world, as a temple and mausoleum for King Suryavarman II at the peak of the Khmer empire in the first half of 12^th. Angkor Wat is probably the best-preserved of the Angkorean temples, with a central tower surrounded by four smaller towers. The central monument represents the mythical Mount Meru, the holy mountain at the centre of the universe, which was home to the Hindu God Vishnu. The whole complex covers 81 hectares, a rectangular wall measuring 1025 meters by 800 meters borders the inner edge of the moat, and temple's greatest sculptural treasure is its 2 km-long bas-reliefs around the walls...

In the late afternoon coming to the Phnom Bakheng temple, is the first temple in Angkor region build by the Yacovarman I King in the first of 9^th century, located on a slope gently hill where thousands tourist are grouping on the hilltop to catch a memorable lifetime when viewing the marvellous sunset on Angkor Wat and on the other sites.

For those travelers thirsting for cultural highlights of Cambodia, No visit to Cambodia is complete without attending at least one traditional Khmer dance performance, often referred to as 'Apsara Dance' after one of the most popular Classical dance pieces. Traditional Khmer dance better described as 'dance-drama' in that the dances are not merely dance but also meant to convey a story or message.

We would strongly recommend a Cultural Show-Dinner on buffet, with the most traditional surrounds accompanied with the best of regional Cambodian cuisine in a local restaurant. Your clients will enjoy able the tradition Royal musical instruments of Cambodia. A traditional music band will sow in your mind the most memorable moments of lifetime thru the folk music, folk-singers, folk songs and folk-dances of Apsara dancers during dinner (see supplement).

Morning, visit Thommanon, small, attractive temple in very good condition, built at the same time as Angkor Wat. It’s Angkor Wat style is most easily seen in the style of the carved Apsaras and the shape of the tower, Chaosay Tevoda, it seems to stand in partnership with Thommanon but actually was built much later in Suryavarman II’s rule than Thommanon, Banteay Kdei, Srash Srong. Then visit Kravan & especially Ta Phrom Temple, was a monastery built by Jayavarman VII as a residence for his mother. Ta Prohm has been controversially left to the destructive power of the jungle by French archeologists to show how nature can destroy man's work. It has been largely overgrown by the jungle and as you climb through the dilapidated stone structures you see many giant trees growing out of the top of the temple itself. Ta Prohm looks as many of the monuments did when European explorers first laid eyes on them.

Transfer back to your hotel for check-out, and transfer to Siem Reap airport for a domestic flight to Phnom Penh by rep/pnh K6 106 at 15.30-16.45. Warmly welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting of the tour guide in the meeting point's Pochentong Airport.

Welcome to Phnom Penh - the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial charm. French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of Southeast Asia. Recent political changes have triggered an economic boom of sorts, with new hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs springing up around the city.

Transfer to your hotel for check-in and take time to free at leisure. Overnight in Phnom Penh. (B)

After breakfast, would be a good time catch the loveliest aspect as just a glimpse of Phnom Penh. Firstly, photo-stop at Independence Monument - the Independence Monument commemorates the end of Cambodia’s ruled by France in 1953, which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodian took their country back from French colony. Continue your visit at the Royal Palace compound, was built by King Norodom in 1866, inside its gleaming yellow walls is most conspicuous feature and impressive colourful Khmer-style Halls for the Royal family, and visit Silver Pagoda, located in the compound of the Royal Palace. Inside its floor is constructed of 5000 silver tiles. In the centre of the pagoda there is a magnificent 17th-century emerald Buddha statue made of baccarat crystal and its walls enclosing are covered with frescoes depicting episodes from the Khmer version of the Ramayana. Then visit National Museum, the distinctive red building with a beautiful Khmer architecture was build since 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, Copper, wood and others, they are really the cultural treasure of Cambodian.

Afternoon, continue your visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison). This prison was a high school, and used as a prison by Pol Pot's security forces and became the largest center for detention and torture during the rule of Khmer Rouge. Left time of the day is saved for shopping at Toul Tompong Market (called Russian Market), so-named because of the prevalence of items from the Eastern Bloc in past times, the Russian Market today is a treasure trove for tourists, that you will feel a bustling daily life of local people with Cambodian’s special character through local specialties, their houses, their face.

After breakfast, take your time to free at leisure for your independent activities until check out time (at noon) and transfer to the Pochentong airport for a flight back home via Bangkok. Have a safe trip come home!

It’s timely; you have to say Good-Bye Thailand-Myanmar-Cambodia. You surely have plentiful memories of Orient also my country. We (Toan Vinh Tours) thank you very much for your choice of our company as your ground handler in the Indochina countries on further, be sure all our people are your best friends always and beyond. May we will meet and honoured welcome you have other voyages to Indochina in the days coming, continuing to discover, to experience the endless imposing landscapes, and then get the restful moments in a diversified World and a colourful Sub region of Mekong River: VIETNAM - LAOS - CAMBODIA - THAILAND - MYANMAR! GOOD-BYE & SEE YOU AGAIN! (B)

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