Itinerary
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Day 1
Bangkok Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Park Plaza Sukhumvit Hotel (4*) is located in the centre of Bangkok`s thriving Asoke/Sukhumvit district - the city`s most sought after business, retail and entertainment area. Its prime position makes access to Bangkok`s historic buildings, shopping centres and riverside attractions easy. The Queen Sirikit Convention Center is within easy walking distance. The hotel overlooks the picturesque Benjakitti Park and lake. Park Plaza Sukhumvit Bangkok features 95 contemporary guestrooms with an array of state-of-the-art amenities, including an executive work station, LCD television, hardwood floors, a rain shower and high-speed Internet access. CO2, the all-day restaurant and lounge at our Sukhumvit hotel, introduces a new style of innovative hotel dining, serving fresh, expertly prepared Thai, international and Mediterranean cuisine in a private, club-like setting. The hotel also has a rooftop pool and Fitness Center with a view of Benjakitti Park and the city. Bangkok is a frequently chaotic jumble of traffic, temples, savory food and entertainment. Over the last few years, the opening of a slick new elevated tramway that enables visitors to glide over the chaotic scenes below, coupled with the cheap and frequent river boats and the reasonably priced air-conditioned taxis, have made tourism in the city newly appealing. Within the city limits is a wealth of over 300 Buddhist temple and shrines. Most famous are Wat Benchamabophit (Marble Temple), Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) and Wat Trimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha). One of the largest temple complexes in the country is Wat Pho. Altogether, there are over 30 individual temples scattered here, of which the Temple of the Reclining Buddha is the largest. The Buddha's statue is enormous, an amazing 47.5m (156ft) long and 15m (49ft) high. Wat Phra Kaeo is a temple complex that houses the Emerald Buddha.
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Day 2
Bangkok Enjoy a half day tour to the beautiful Grand Palace and the Thonburi canals. Thonburi is the western part of Bangkok, situated on the right side of the Chao Phya River. Passing by boat along the canals gives you a first hand impression of the scenic life along Bangkok’s waterways. Visit the Royal Barges and the Temple of Dawn. The Grand Palace is one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court. It used to be the residence of the Kings of Thailand. The complex houses not only the Royal residence and throne halls, but also government offices and the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Overnight at Park Plaza Sukhumvit (4*).
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Day 3
Siem Reap Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Fly from Bangkok to Siem Reap. Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English speaking guide. Note: departure tax leaving Siem Reap is not included in the tour price (USD$25 per person). Board a private wooden boat, and enjoy a cocktail cruise in the beauty and the serenity of the sunset, on the Tonle Sap lake. A boutique hotel which is in an old Colonial Style Mansion respects the ancient traditional Cambodian architecture. There are two Mansions hidden in a lush tropical garden. The unique salt water pool will refresh your senses after a hot day discovering the Angkor Temples. Siem Reap is famous for the magnificent temples at Angkor. This ancient and astounding temple complex is what remains of the capital of the once mighty Khmer civilization. Angkor Wat itself, built AD 879-1191 to honor the Hindu god Vishnu, is often hailed as one of the most extraordinary architectural creations ever built, with its intricate bas reliefs, strange acoustics and magnificent soaring towers.
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 Pavillion D'Orient Hotel Pool |
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Day 4
Siem Reap Enjoy a 10 minute ride in a Hot Air Balloon to admire the stunning view of the hidden temples. This is not private and can happen only early in the morning (6AM) or between 3pm and 4pm. Meet at the hotel or airport and transfer for sightseeing. Visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the Bayon temple complex, as well as Takeo and Ta Prohm temples. Lunch at Lotus Blanc restaurant. Continue with a visit to Angkor Wat temple complex and enjoy watching Sun Set on Phnom Bakheng. Transfer back to the hotel or to the airport.
Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Overnight at Pavillion D'Orient (3*).
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 Angkor Wat Temple |
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Day 5
Siem Reap Lost in the jungle and almost forgotten by the local population, the little explored temple of Beng Mealea is waiting to be rediscovered by the adventurous travelers. Depart from Siem Reap by car to cover around 60 km in the Cambodian countryside, along the Kulen Mountains. Visit of the Beng Mealea and picnic lunch. On the way back, stop to visit Banteay Srei temple before continuing to Siem Reap. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Overnight at Pavillion D'Orient (3*).
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Day 6
Koh Samui Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English speaking guide. Note: departure tax leaving Siem Reap is not included in the tour price (USD$25 per person). Fly from Siem Reap to Koh Samui via Bangkok. Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Dara Samui is centrally located on the island's main beach called Chaweng. Relaxing, sport activities, shopping or whatever is your pleasure all are within easy reach at Dara Samui. You never run out of things to do, unless you wish to. Dara Samui Beach Resort & Spa Villa is Koh Samui's newest jewel, designed in Lanna style with painstaking attention to detail and catering to your every need. An unforgettable holiday experience is awaiting you. Over the last decade or so Ko Samui, once a backpacker's haven, has developed into a more sophisticated beach resort, complete with an airport that offers regular flights to and from Bangkok and Krabi. Ko Samui is Thailand's third-largest island, and although tourism is now the main industry, its lingering rustic charm is summed up by the fact that coconut farming is still a major industry.
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Day 7
Koh Samui Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Chaweng - Dara Samui (4*).
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Day 8
Koh Samui Enjoy a full day tour by speedboat, to explore northwest from Koh Samui to Ang Thong Marine National Park, covers 250 sq.km. Major park islands largely towering, verdant rock masses encircled by clear seas, include Mae Koh which has a beautiful beach and an emerald saltwater lake called Thale Nai. Enjoy a break at Koh Wua Ta Lup, site of park headquarters where you can enjoy swimming, canoeing or visiting the limestone cliffs with a viewpoint on top. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Overnight at Chaweng - Dara Samui (4*).
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Day 9
Koh Samui Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Chaweng - Dara Samui (4*).
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Day 10
Koh Samui - Bangkok Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Fly today between Koh Samui and Bangkok. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise, or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
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