ABOUT THAILAND

Thailand is often referred to as a golden land, not because there is precious metal buried underground but because the country gives off a certain lustre, be it the fertile rice fields of the central plains, white sandy beaches or the warm hospitality of its citizens. First introductions are made in Bangkok, a modern behemoth of screaming traffic, gleaming shopping centres and international sensibilities interwoven with devout Buddhism. Chiang Mai, the country's bohemian centre, is where the unique and precise elements of Thai culture become a classroom, for cooking courses and language lessons; while climbing into the mountain ranges around Mae Hong Son you'll find stupa-studded peaks and villages of post-Stone Age cultures.

CLIMATE

Thailand has a warm, tropical climate affected by a seasonal monsoon. Thailand experiences a rainy season from June to October and a dry season for the rest of the year. Temperatures average 75 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit, with the highest temperatures occurring from March to May and the lowest appearing in December and January

Time Difference 1½ hours ahead of IST

SUGGESTED TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: ARRIVE BANGKOK – PATTAYA
On arrival in Bangkok you will be met by our local representative in the arrival area situated outside the customs hall. Proceed to Pattaya, Asia’s premier beach resort. Later check into your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the beach on your own or opt for an excursion. Overnight in Pattaya.

DAY 02: PATTAYA – CORAL ISLAND
After an American breakfast at your hotel, get set to explore the charm and beauty of Coral Island (subject to weather conditions). Start with an exciting ride in a speedboat to Ko Larn Island where you can enjoy water sports activities like parasailing, snorkelling, windsurfing etc. on your own. (Do not forget to carry your swimwear). View the colourful and abundant underwater life without getting wet as you gaze at them from aboard a glass bottom boat. After an Indian lunch, the afternoon is at leisure for you to relax. This evening you can opt to enjoy the Tiffany / Alcazar show– a spectacular dance, music and costume extravaganza. Overnight in Pattaya

DAY 03: PATTAYA – BANGKOK – CITY TOUR
After breakfast at your hotel, check out and proceed to Bangkok. Enroute visit a Gem’s gallery where you can not only buy precious stones but also understand their creation and making. On arrival into Bangkok, enjoy a guided tour of the city. Visit the ‘Wat Benchamabophit’ – the marble temple, the ‘Wat – Pho’ – the temple of the reclining Buddha, which is the largest and oldest in Bangkok or the Wat Traimit - the Golden Buddha Temple. This house’s the stunning 5.5 ton statue of Buddha made of pure gold. Later proceed to your hotel for a check in. Tonight, opt for spectacular sights on board the Chao Phraya River cruise and enjoy a delicious Indian dinner. Overnight in Bangkok.

DAY 04: BANGKOK
Today the day is free for you to explore the city on your own or take an optional tour to Safari World. Visit Safari Park - an open zoo where visitors can marvel at the animals living in their natural habitat. At Marine Park there are a variety of exotic marine animals and shows of trained dolphins, birds and seals. Today you have the opportunity to have the closest encounter with rare and endangered species of the animal kingdom. Overnight in Bangkok

DAY 05: DEPART BANGKOK
After breakfast at the hotel, you have some time for last minute shopping. Later check out of the hotel and proceed to the Airport for your flight back home. Return home with wonderful memories of your holiday.