1- Half Day Tour in Bangkok    

The Royal Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha

        07.30 AM. pick up from various hotel.

        08.30 AM. transfer to Wat Phra Kaew , the chapel of the Emerald Buddha, which houses the world’s most precious image of the lord Buddha, the 75cm statue of jade sits atop an 11meter golden pedestal surrounded by lavish murala and richly decorated pavilions. The group will be moved to visit The Grand Palace which encompass several major building. The most prominent building include the throne hall, the reception hall and the coronation hall. Then transfer to Gems Gallery after return to hotel. 

City and Temple

        07.30 AM. pick up form various hotel then Wat Traimit , the temple of the golden Buddha with 5.5 tonnes of solid gold, sculptured in Sukhothai style. Drive through China Town , Indian Town, The Flower Market and The central business district of Bangkok. After visit Wat Pho , the temple of the reclining Buddha, a stunning statue with 46meters long and 15 meter high covered in gold leaf. Visit The Marble Temple , a mixture of Thai and European Architecture with houses a unique collection of rare Buddha images. Then transfer to Gems Gallery after return to hotel.

Damnernsaduak Floating Market

        06.30 AM. pick up from various Hotel. Leave Bangkok for Ratchaburi province, on arrival at the boat pier enjoy the scenery of rural life by long tail speed boat to Floating Market. Arrive at Floating Market , almost untouched by the modern world you enjoy watching. The Farmers selling food, fruits, flower and many kind of local products in their boats. Visit The Handicraft Home industry. Then transfer to Gems Gallery after return to hotel.

The Canal Tour

        07.00 AM. pick up form your hotel then transfer you to the pier depart by motor boat for a fascination trip on the Chao Praya River and the canal which extend into Thonburi, Bangkok’s sister across the river. You will have the opportunity to observe the serene family homes and temples along the water ways which give this city the name "Venice of the East" on the way visit the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) , which you will probably recognize, from its famous silhouette. The local story goes that the shards of pottery decorating its 79meter tall spire came from a nearby shipwreck 100 years ago. Then transfer to Hotel.

The Crocodile Show and The Elephant Theme Show

        12.00 PM. pick up from various hotel.

        13.00 PM. depart from Bangkok to The Crocodile Farm, where you will see a spectacular show of crocodile wrestling between man and crocodile. It is one of the most impressive public crocodile display in the world in 1991.

        15.00 PM. you will enjoy an Elephant Show. You will be entertained by demonstration of elephant at work, playing football, dancing see by yourself how elephants are rounded up and used during battles in ancient Siam, where elephant were once used by Siamese and Burmese armies dressed in full battle gear.

        16.00 PM. return to Bangkok.

        17.30 PM. arrive at your hotel.

The Ancient City Tour & Bicycle Riding ( Organized on Mon/Wed/Fri)

        11.30 AM. pick up from various hotel.

        12.00 PM. leave from Bangkok to Samutprakarn province.

        13.00 PM. arrive at Maung Boran where you will experience a realistic journey into Thailand’s past in only a few hours, saving you many week of travel. Maung Boran Houses a number of art museum, priceless antiques, there is also an outdoor museum of original architectural structures and a collection of scaled-down replica of historical landmarks.

        15.30 PM. departure to Bangkok.

        16.30 PM. return to your hotel.

2- Full Day Tour in Bangkok                               

The Royal Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha (No Lunch ) – City and Temple

        07.30 AM. pick up from various hotel. 08.30am transfer to Wat Phra Kaew , the chapel of the Emerald Buddha, which houses the world’s most precious image of the lord Buddha, the 75cm statue of jade sits atop an 11meter golden pedestal surrounded by lavish murala and richly decorated pavilions. The group will be moved to visit The Grand Palace which encompass several major building. The most prominent building include the throne hall, the reception hall and the coronation hall. Then transfer to Gems Gallery for get exchange the minivan. After that transfer you to Wat Traimit , the temple of the golden Buddha with 5.5 tonnes of solid gold, sculptured in Sukhothai style. Drive through China Town, Indian Town, The Flower Market and The central business district of Bangkok. After visit Wat Pho , the temple of the reclining Buddha, a stunning statue with 46meters long and 15 meter high covered in gold leaf. Visit The Marble Temple , a mixture of Thai and European Architecture with houses a unique collection of rare Buddha images.

        16.30 PM. return to your hotel.

Damnernsaduak Floating Market – Lunch - Crocoldile Farm – The Rose Garden

        06.30 AM. pick up from various Hotel. Leave Bangkok for Ratchaburi province, on arrival at the boat pier enjoy the scenery of rural life by long tail speed boat to Floating Market . Arrive at Floating Market, almost untouched by the modern world you enjoy watching. The Farmers selling food, fruits, flower and many kind of local products in their boats. Visit The Handicraft Home industry . International buffet lunch at Restaurant. After enjoy watching The Crocodile Show and The Elephant Theme Show. Then transfer to The Rose Garden , The Thai Village where you can see the ceremonies of monks ordination, Thai Wedding ceremony the displays of sword fighting, Kick-Boxing and Folk Dance.

        16.00 PM. departure from The Rose Garden to Bangkok.

        17.30 PM. return to your hotel.

Damnernsaduak Floating Market – Lunch - River Kwai – Tiger Temple

        06.30 AM. pick up from various hotel.

        07.00 AM. leave Bangkok to Rachaburi Province, on arrival at the boat pier enjoy the scenery of rural life by long tail speed boat to Floating Market. Arrive at Floating Market, almost untouched by the modern world you enjoy watching. The Farmers selling food, fruits, flower and many kind of local products in their boats. Visit The Handicraft Home industry.

        12.30 PM. Lunch at the restaurant then transfer to The Bridge over the River Kwai. Then

        15.00 PM. visit The Tiger Temple, built in 1994, the temple gained a reputation as a wildlife sanctuary. All tigers have been handled from a very early age. They have been hand-raised and imprinted to human, this is why they are able to sleep while people seat next to them for photos.

        17.00 PM.departure from Kanchanaburi to Bangkok.

        19.00 PM. arrive at your hotel.

Safari World - Lunch

        08.00 AM. pick up from various Hotel. Leave Bangkok for The Safari Word , arrive there then through the scenic Safari Park presents a unique opportunity for the closest encounter with the rare and endangered species of wild animal kingdom.

        12.00 PM. International Buffet Lunch at Restaurant. After visit Marine Park , housing a spectrum of animal from land, sea and air. And setting the scenes for 7 Amazing world class shows from live action stunt spectacular to performances by animal.

        15.30 PM. departure form Safari World.

        17.00 PM. return to your hotel. 

Dream World - Lunch

        08.00 AM. pick up from various hotel. Leave Bangkok to Dream World where you will experience spectacular atmosphere have fun with numerous rides or enjoy exciting show at its four lands of dream. The adventure land, Fantasy land, Dream Garden, Dream plaza. Lunch will provided during the day.

        15.30 PM. departure from Dream World for Bangkok.

        17.00 PM. return to your hotel. 

Ayutthaya day tour go by us return by Cruise with Lunch

        06.30 AM. pick up from various hotel then leave to Ayutthaya.Visit to Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, a beautiful decorated in both traditional Chinese and European style. After that, continue to Ayutthaya city, the ancient city which was the former Thai Capital for over 400 years. We will visit to Wat Maha That, over 600 years old which was the heart and soul of the Ayutthaya people, then visit to Wat Na Phra Mane, remain in perfect condition, as it was used as the Burmese headquarters, and then visit to Wat Lokayasutharam, a mysterious past, whereby its origins are unknown. The temple enshrines a Largest Reclining Buddha Image which was built during the early period of the Ayutthaya region. After that, continue to the River Sun Cruise Pier for cruise along the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok, and also enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on boat, the journey you are able to watch the Chao Phraya River banks scenery from the River Sun Cruise, till arriving at the Bangkok City, pass the Royal Grand Palace, pass by Wat Arun (Temple of Down) and arrive to the River City Complex Pier, Si Phraya, then transfer to hotel and free at leisure.

3-  Full Day Tour in Phuket                 

Phuket City Tour for 5 hours with Lunch or Dinner

( Schedule : 09.00 AM.-14.00 PM. or 12.00 PM.-17.00 PM.)

        Pick up from your hotel visit to Phuket City take in the islands natural beauty as we drive along the beach roads through Patong, Karon, Kata and Rawai. Visit to View Point where you can witness the beautiful bays of Kata Noi, Kata, Karon and Kho Poo Island, one of the island's best scenic spot. This tour gives an insight into the highlights of the "Pearl of the Andaman". Leisurely drove around Phuket town to view the Sino-Portuguese style buildings. Other attractions visited are Wang Thalang Lapidary gem factory, Wat Chalong, Phuket's most beautiful and renowned monastery, the Gypsy Village at Rawai Beach, a Cashew Nut Factory where you may sample the culinary delights on offer and the famous sunset viewpoint at Phromthep Cape one of the most beautiful panoramas on the island then transfer you to Hotel.

        Private Tour : Adult : 1,600.-THB (Minimum 2 persons)

Full day Phi Phi                  

Full day Phi Phi Island + Khai Island by Speed Boat with Lunch

        Pick up from hotel and transfer to pier. Arrive to Royal Phuket Marina - Welcome by your local guide. Group color, Information of tour program and weather. Departure from Royal Phuket Marina to Phi Phi Island by speed boat. Arrive at Phi Phi don Sightseeing at Monkey Beach and snorkeling at Tonsai Bay. Enjoy a great lunch at restaurant on Phi Phi Island and free time for leisure on the Island. Visit the other famous of the Paradise emerald clear sea and bays for sightseeing, Viking Cave, Pileh Cove, Loh Samah Bay. Arrive at “Maya bay” enjoy Relaxing and swimming on white sand beach. Explore to “Khai Island” is a beautiful island with white sand beach and clear water. Relax on the Beach or swimming and snorkeling. Departure from “Khai Island” return to the pier. Arrive at Royal Phuket Marina and transfer back to the Hotel

James Bond Island by Long Tail Boat with Lunch

        Pick you up at 07.45 AM.- 08.00 AM. Today visit Phang Nga. We will visit Suwannakula Temple, exploring Buddha Cave, Stalactites, Stalagmites, a lot of monkeys will be waiting to welcome you in fron of the temple. Then take boat cruise around Phang Nga Bay en-route National Park, Mangrove swamps. Visit the renowned Lord Cave.When you emerge from the cave, observ the rocky statue of the Khao Ma Ju, Khao Nom Sao and Khao Chang. You can see glimpse of daily life in sea-Gypsy Village and pass two mountains of Khao Ta Poo before reaching the Island of Ping-Kan, better know as James Bond Island. Enjoy your lunch with fresh seafood, fruits, tea and coffee at Panyee Village. After that, transfer back to Phuket then transfer to Hotel

Raya Island by Speed Boat with Lunch

        08.00 - 08.45 AM. pick up from your hotel and transfer to Chalong Pier.

        09.00 AM. depart to Raya Yai Island , arrive

        09.30 AM. swimming or relaxing on white sandy Patok Beach.

        10.30 AM. depart from Patok Beach to Kon Kare Bay and Siam Bay. Enjoy snorkeling with plentiful of coral reefs and colorful fishes. Cruise sightseeing at Ter Bay and back to Patok Beach.

        12.30 PM. enjoy a great lunch at Phadthai Restaurant and relaxing or more activities at your leisure.

        15.00 PM. depart from Raya Yai Island to Chalong pier.

        16.00 PM. arrive at Chalong pier then transfer back to your hotel.

        Join Tour : Adult : 1,400.-THB / Child : 75 % *National Park Fee cost 400.-THB/pax

Similand Island by Speed Boat with Lunch

        06.00.-07.00 AM. pick up from your hotel.

        08.30 AM. arrive at Pakarang Beach for tour information

        09.00 AM. departure by Speedboat 1.10hrs trip to Similand Islands. Snorkeling for 45 minutes at Koh Payu ( Island #7) Swimming and relaxing at Koh Miang ( Isalnd # 4). Buffet Lunch and time on the beach. Snorkeling for 45 minutes at Koh Bangu ( Island # 9) ( or at Island # depending on tide). Swimming and relaxing at Similand ( Island # 8) and trek to famous “Sail Rock Viewpoint”.

        16.45 PM. arrive at Pakarang Beach.

        18.00-19.00 PM. arrive at your hotel.

James Bond Island by Big Boat – Sea Cave Canoe

        07.00-08.00 AM. pick up from your hotel.

        0900 AM. departure from our pier to Leam Sai.

        10.00 AM. Arrive to Phang Nga Bay and go to explore sea caves, sea tunnels and lagoons by canoe. First canoe session at Panak Island. Second canoe session at Hong Island.

        12.00 PM. Return to cruiser and ejoyThai Buffet lunch on board.

        14.00 PM. arrive at Lawa Island for swimming, self-paddling or relaxation at the beach.

        16.00 PM. Return to the pier in Laem Sai and transfer to your hotel.

        17.00 PM. arrive at your hotel.

        Join Tour : Adult : 1,800.-THB / Child : 75 % *National Park Fee cost 400.-THB/pax

White Water Rafting – ATV – Elephant Trekking

        07.30 AM. pick up from your hotel. Stop at Monkey Cave temple to watch and feed the monkeys. Arrive at Phang Nga rafting camp. Activity briefing and rafting training. White water rafting for 5km ( Leave II-III). Lunch is included. After ATV ride for 30 minutes or 60 minutes. Elephant trekking for 30 minutes in the rainforest. Flying Fox ( Zipling) 240meters ( for ATV 30 minute program only).

        17.00 PM. arrive in Phuket and transfer to your hotel.

  

This tour is built upon our firsthand knowledge & experience, offering you the best choices available. The price of this trip varies depending on the number of people in your party, dates of departure, and availability of ground services.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?
• Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels 
• Private Vehicles and Drivers
• Private English Speaking Guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
• All domestic flights
• Airport Taxes and Fuel charges
• Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
• Drinking water available on the vehicles.
• Service Charge & Government Taxes
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
• Your International Flights
• Personal Expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
• Any bank fees or charges at your end
• Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Tips for tour guide and driver in each region
• Peak season or public holidays surcharge if any
• Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
• Other services not mentioned above

HOTEL SELECTION:

The hotels listed below are our suggestions for the best value on this tour.  However, Asia Essence Tours offers many more options of hand-picked hotels, with different "star ratings", allowing you to customize the vacation to meet your taste and budget.

LOCATIONS	FIRST CLASS CATEGORY	SUPERIOR CATEGORY	DELUXE CATEGORY
Bangkok	The Siam Heritage	Park Plaza Bangkok soi	Shangri-la
Chiangmai	Raming Lodge	Rimping Village	Dusit D2 Chiang Mai
Phuket	Patong Premier Resort	Patong Paragon Resort & Spa	Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

ABOUT HOTELS:

We, at Asia Essence Tours, are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. As the hotel cost will be the major expense of your vacation in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, it is essential that all of the hotels chosen by us are the highest quality for the price paid. All of our prices are based on twin, double or queen shared rooms.

BELOW IS AN EXPLANATION OF THE HOTEL "STAR" RATINGS:

First Class/ 3 Star (from US$ 40 - US$ 60 per room/night)

The First Class/ 3 Star Hotels are good value and normally centrally located. They all have comfortable en-suite rooms, good amenities and public areas to relax in. They are usually family run hotels, so offer great personalized service for your enjoyment and comfort. Most first class properties offer an in-house restaurant, and some may even have a swimming pool!

Superior/ 4 star (from US$ 80 - US$ 110/ per room/night)

The 4* superior Hotels offer a wide range of services. Many superior hotels feature a choice of several in-house restaurants. In addition virtually all of them have a swimming pool. Some may even feature a spa or health club. This grade of hotel offers more for your enjoyment and comfort, while still remaining affordable.

Deluxe/ 5 Star (from US$120 - US$ 180++/ per room/night)

These 5* Deluxe hotels are usually owned by Worldwide, well known Hotel chains. The deluxe hotels feature excellent locations, offer the highest standards of service and facilities, and are known as the best hotels in each region. Facilities such as swimming pools and spas are the norm, and guest rooms are luxurious. These hotels offer first class service and amenities throughout.

ASIA ESSENCE TOURS™ BESPOKE STYLE SUITS EVERYONE

Flexibility: The sample itinerary can be modified to suit your interests, budget as well as your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor-Made Journey: This trip can be tailor made to create a unique holiday for your individual requirements by travel experts with intimate knowledge of the destination. It is a more individual trip that will suit those who enjoy immersing themselves in new cultures and environments, with the flexibility to plan a trip at your own pace. Quality and value are the hallmark of the trips, with most services being provided on a private basis.

Commitment to Excellence: We enjoys excellent relationships with all of the highly regarded hotels and finest properties in our destinations as well as with service suppliers so that we are able to negotiate the most attractive prices for our clients, which enables us to provide exclusive holidays and affordable special offers. We create one-of-a-kind vacations for groups and individuals. We love our destinations and do our best to make sure that our customers feel the same way. Our job is to make sure that everyone gets the right balance of comfort and excitement to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.