This is an example of one of our tailor-made holidays in Thailand - we'll be pleased to design similar Thailand vacations with dates and itinerary customised to your personal preferences. For example, you may wish to spend more or less time at any destination, or deviate from this itinerary, just contact us at our Enquiry Form page or send an email to enquiry@haivenu-vietnam.com

Our Thailand holidays begin with ...
...three days in bustling Bangkok . We will meet you at the airport, and ensure a smooth transfer to the hotel of your choice... As a welcome to Bangkok , enjoy a fine evening dining experience aboard a floating restaurant, cruising on the on the Chao Phraya River .

In the morning, we will show you around the crazy city of Bangkok , and the premier sites of interest, such as the Royal Palace and Wat Phra Kaew and its famous Emerald Buddha and also see the golden reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, historically Thailand 's first seat of learning. A long-tail boat ride on the river will give us unusual views of the city and its many lively inner canals, to experience local lifestyles in motion around us, with a stop at Wat Arun, the 'Dawn Temple.' After lunch on a floating restaurant, we will view the five and a half ton, three metre high Buddha, fashioned out of solid gold, at Wat Traimit.

The following day, we will head out into the lush countryside beyond the city boundaries to the previous Siamese capital of Ayutthaya whose former glory is revealed in the ruins of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Wat Chai Wattanaram and Wat Chaimongkol. We will then visit Bang Pa In, and the pavilions of the Summer Palace , a blend of Thai, Chinese, Italian and Victorian architectural styles, formerly used by the monarchy as a retreat from the burden of being worshipped as a god incarnate. A gentle cruise aboard a luxury boat, passing by a floating village and absorbing daily life along the riverbanks, will take us the leisurely way back, slipping from quietude to the buzzing centre of Bangkok.

Meals: two breakfasts, two lunches, and one dinner.
Escort/guide: transfer from airport to hotel and evening, and the following day

Four days in Chiang Mai
Take your time in the morning to ready yourself for the short flight to Chiang Mai and your transfer to your next hotel. A cultural evening dinner of northern-style Khantoke cuisine will be accompanied with the music and dance of the local ethnic minorities .

Next day, we drive west to the mountain of Doi Suthep and a pleasant walk to Wat Prathat Temple close to its summit, which offers a panoramic views of the city below nestled in its upland forest landscape. An afternoon visit to the neighbouring villages of Sankamphaeng and Borsang will give you a chance to encounter the fine craftsmanship of local artisans in the cottage industries of lacquerware, silk-weaving, wood carving, silverware and umbrella making.

Today, we will travel north for an excursion to Mae Taeng Elephant camp for some fun with elephants, and during your visit, you will have a chance to try your hand at elephant riding, bamboo rafting, ox-cart riding and the elephant show, and a visit to the nearby orchid farm.

Meals: three breakfasts, two lunches and one dinner
Guide: transfer from airport, guided tours

Departure from Bangkok

On your last day you will be picked up from your hotel for your transfer to Bangkok , and your onward flight.

Meals: one breakfast

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The prices for this sample tour are per person in £ (GBP):
These prices are valid until December 31, 2008. Please note: bank transfer fees are not included.

At the time of quotation, Haivenu reserves the right to adjust prices to take account of unusual movements in currency markets, hotel and transport costs as a result of inflationary price pressures in oil and other commodity markets.

* 'Single room occupancy' refers to the accommodation element of the programme only, and applies to someone who is travelling with others but requires an additional room for him or herself. Single traveller prices are available on request.

Our prices include:

•  Breakfast and accommodation sharing a twin or double room.

•  Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above (Please note: pick-ups will be by a guide and driver or, where a guide is not necessary, a driver only. All unaccompanied drivers will be briefed in advance, and will carry a mobile phone to ensure smooth transfer arrangements)

•  Domestic flight tickets: Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok , including domestic airport taxes.

•  Boat cruises as specified in the programme. All boats will be fully licensed and comply with current safety regulations.

•  Travel in an appropriate private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced safe driver.

•  The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary (please note: guides will be on hand from pick-up until guests' return to their hotel or reaching their destination). Free days or part days will not include the services of a guide unless requested and included in the final itinerary.

•  Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.

•  Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

•  VAT and other taxes

Our prices do not include:

•  International flight tickets and airport tax.

•  Visas

•  Dinners, except as specified above.

•  Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.

•  Camera fees (if any)

•  Insurance.

•  Alternatives in blue

•  Gala dinners (if any)

•  Surcharges for peak season (22 December 2007 – 15 January 2008)

Hotel list for First Class standard:

•  Bangkok: Peninsular Hotel (*****along the Chao Phrayao River , close to major tourist attractions)

•  Chiang Mai: Sofitel Riverside Hotel (**** in the city centre, by the Ping River )

Hotel list for Deluxe standard:

•  Bangkok: Davis Bangkok Hotel (**** the first boutique hotel in Bangkok , city centre)

•  Chiang Mai: Holiday Inn Hotel (****only minutes from some of the cities most famous temples and the renowned night bazaar)

Hotel list for Superior standard:

•  Bangkok: Windsor Suite Hotel (**** the first all-suites Hotel in the Asia Pacific Region)

•  Chiang Mai: Mani Narakorn Hotel (**** located in the city centre)

Hotel list for Mid-range standard:

•  Bangkok: Hotel De Bangkok (***city centre)

•  Chiang Mai: Raming Lodge (*** in the heart of Chiang Mai city centre)

Please note that Thailand hotels do not recognise provisional reservations, so specific hotels cannot be guaranteed until you have booked your chosen tour. As many of the better hotels are often full during the October to April peak season, early booking is advisable.

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