Mrs. Candy – 19 days. Explore Thailand, Myanmar & Laos

THAILAND

Day 1: Bangkok (Arrival)

Welcome you arrive in Bangkok airport . Our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel.

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Day 2: Bangkok (Visit Ayutthaya)

06.00 – 07.15 Pick up from hotel and transfer to the river city shopping complex, Siphraya, next to Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel.
07.30 am. Departure from Bangkok by Grand Pearl luxury air–conditioned coach with English speaking guide.
09.00 am. Arrival at Bang Pa-In, visit the Summer Palace of King Rama V with its mixture of Thai, Chinese and Gothic
architecture such as Aisawan Thiphya-At, Warophat Phiman, Wehart Chamrun, etc.
10.30 Arrival at Ayutthaya, a World Heritage City and historic capital of Thailand. Visit Wat Mahatad, the royal monastery, served
as the residence of supreme monk. Wat Phrasrisanphet, the largest and most important temple. Its was used as a residential
palace. and Wihan Phramongkhon Bophit, the large bronze Buddha image was originally enshrined in the open area outside 13.30 Welcome aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner at Wat Chong-lom Pier (Nonthaburi). Sumptuous buffet lunch with a choice of a variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served, while you may relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi, past Koh Kred, The monn community before reaching Bangkok city.
15.00 Coffee will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sights along the River banks such as the colorful Royal Barges House,
Thammasart University, Siriraj hospital, The Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn, with its
magnificent 79 M. spire, Wat Kallayanamitr, one of the most renowed temples.
16.00 Arrival and disembark at the River City Shopping Complex Pier. Transfer back to hotel by air-conditioned van.

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Day 3: Bangkok – River Kwai

06.00 am. Pick up from major hotels in Bangkok downtown area. Depart to Kanchanaburi province (128 km. to the west of Bangkok)
Arrive Kanchanaburi province. Visit Thailand–Burma Railway Centre an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated
to presenting the history of the Thailand– Burma Railway. The fully air–conditioned center offers the visitor an educational and moving experience. Visit Allied War Cemetery which is memorial to some 6000 allied prisoners of war (POWs) who perished
along the death railway line and were moved post-war to this eternal resting place. Visit the world famous Bridge over the River Kwai, a part of Death Railway constructed by Allied POWs.
11.40 am. Lunch at local restaurant. Take a historic on Death Railway Train passing over original wooden viaduct constructed by Allied POWs
Journey back to Bangkok. Arrive at Bangkok and transfer to hotels.

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Day 4: Bangkok – City Tour ( Private ) – Chiang Mai

Breakfast at Hotel. Morning, visit famous temples in Bangkok including Wat Traimit (The Golden Buddha Temple), Wat Pho
The last one we visit is Wat Benjabophit. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit at The Grand Palace.
Afternoon, flight to Chiang Mai. Arrival at airport, we transfer you to your hotel. Check-in and spend your time at leisure.

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Day 5: Chiang Mai – Doi Inthanon

Breakfast at hote.
08.00 -08.30 am. Pick up from the hotel, Return 17.00 -17.30 pm. Visit highest peak in Thailand or the summit of Doi Unthanon. The most stunning areas of the park. Lush green jungle with abundant flora under Royal Agricultural station, it consists by Rhododendron garden.
Ferns Greenhouse, Flower Plants Greenhouse and Hydroponics Vegetables Greenhouse. King and Queen twin Pagodas The brown Pra Mahathart Napamaythaneedol Chedi was erected in 1987 in the kingiand the more femimine, lilac coloured, Pra Mahathart Napapoommusiri for the Queen in 1992. Inside the Thai People and visitors alike leave offerings of flowers and incense.

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Day 6: Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai – White Temple + Golden Triangle ( Join Tour )

Pick up 07.00 – 07.30 am. By Private Guide & Driver

Golden Triangle ( Where Thailand, Lao & Myanmar Meet )

White Temple Wat Rong Khun, better known as the White Temple, is a privately owned art exhibit in the style of a
Buddhist temple in Pa O Don Chai,

Black House Museum : Baan Dam Museum, also known to foreigners as the Black House Museum, is a mixture of
traditional northern Thai buildings with unconventional and contemporary architecture, created by Thawan Duchanee.

Long Neck Village : Tribal village whose women wear stacked brass rings on their necks & sell handmade crafts.

Blue Temple : Monumental, modern Buddhist temple distinguished by its vivid blue coloring & elaborate carvings.

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MYANMAR

Day 7: Chiang Mai → Yangon

Morning, breakfast at hotel in Chiang Mai, Ouur driver oick up from your hotel and transfer to Chiang Mai airport.
flight to Yangon.

Our tour guide will warmly welcome you upon your arrival at Yangon International Airport. Afterward, you will be transferred to the hotel for check-in, and overnight in Yangon

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Day 8: Yangon sightseeing

Today, the sightseeing tour begins with a visit to the old colonial-style city center, including City Hall, Mahabandoola Park with the Independence Monument, Pansodan Street, and Yangon Jetty by Car. Next, we proceed to Bogyoke Aung San (Scott) Market, (closed every Monday & Public holiday) famous for its shops offering souvenir, handicrafts, luxury item, foot wares, clothing, jewelary, food stuff and paintings.

In the afternoon, the tour continues with a visit Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home toa colossal reclining Buddha. We then explore Karaweik Hall (Royal barge) on the Royal lake and Kandawgyi Park for relaxation and photo opportunities. The final highlight of the day is the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda.Witness the golden dome illuminated by the sunshine before sunset.

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Day 9. Yangon → Bagan

Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Yangon airport for fly to Bagan. Arrive at Bagan and directly drive to visit begin the day by exploring the colorful Nyaung U market and some of Bagan’s most famous pagodas and temples, including Shwezigon Pagoda. Although King Anawyahta built the first pagoda in Bagan in the 11th century, the most beautiful pagoda among the 2200 in Bagan is the Shwezigon Pagoda. Continue the tour with visits to the Htilominlo Temple and Gubaukgyi (Wet Kyi Inn) Temple, a 13th-century cave temple with fascinating frescoes depicting scenes from the Jataka tales.
In the afternoon, visit a Lacquerware home cottage, to study how to create the traditional method of generation by generation. Afterward, explore more pagodas around Bagan, including the Ananda Temple, renowned for its exquisite standing Buddha images from the 12th century. Continue to see the highest Thetbyinnyu Temple, the massive Dhamayangyi Temple, famous of its interlocking mortar thickest brickwork. Late in the afternoon, relax and enjoy sunset in Bagan with its beautiful scenery.

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Day 10: Bagan – Mount Popa sightseeing – Mandalay (By Private Car, 5 hrs driving about 250km)

Optional Tour with Extra cost

Early morning, the tour start for surprise discover day to see the ancient city of Bagan form above. Client’s enjoy a magnificent bird’s eye view of thousand-year-old pagodas, temples and the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River with “BALLOONS over Bagan’. It is a very exiting experience and clients will never forget. The Balloon is guided by gentle wind and chance to see slowly the sun rising. And operates form 01 Oct 2016 till 31 Mar 2017 only. Extra cost for USD 342 per pax with Standard Service and USD 335 per pax with Premium Service.

After breakfast, our fourth-day tour starts with a scenic overland journey to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano with 1518 meters (4981 feet) above sea level, located on a lovely hill.

The Popa Taungkalat Shrine involves 37 Mahagiri Nats, or spirits, Statues depicting the Nats are at the base of the shrine. From the top of Taung Kalat, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the ancient city of Bagan Afternoon & EveningOn our way back to Bagan, the driver will stop by a refreshment stopover at a small local factory of palm sugar alcohol and observe the process of Jaggery making. And the connect drive to Mandalay. Arrive at Mandalay and transfer to hotel check in overnight in Mandalay.

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Day 11: Mandalay Sightseeing

After breakfast at hotel, fly to Mandalay. Arrive at Mandalay, directly drive to visit Amarapura. Highlights include Mahagandayon Monastery which is a school for young monks and observe the lunch process in morning, U Bein Bridge which is more than two centuries old and at 1.2 km longest teakwood span in the world. On the way, visit to the tradition hand-weaving silk workshop.

At afternoon, our exploration of Mandalay will include Mahamuni Pagoda, the most impressive Buddha image in Myanmar, surrounded by beautiful architecture. We will also visit a Gold leaf beating workshop, Royal Mandalay Palace, Shwenandaw Monastery known as the “Golden Palace Monastery” for its finest Myanmar wooden architecture, and Kuthodaw Pagoda, surrounded by 729 inscribed marble slabs, famously known as “the world’s largest book”. Finally, enjoy the sunset view from Mandalay Hill. Overnight in Mandalay.

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LAOS

Day 12: Mandalay → Luang Prabang

After breakfast, you’ll have free time for shopping and exploring on your own until it’s time to transfer to Yangon International Airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.

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Day 13: Luang Prabang (Mekong river)

After breakfast, visit the Royal Palace Museum, built in 1904 for King Sisavang Vong, before enjoying a leisurely cruise up the Mekong River to the Pak Ou Caves, filled with thousands of Buddha statues. Stop at Ban Xanghai village to see local rice wine production, then return to the city to visit Wat Sene and the stunning Wat Xiengthong temple. Explore Heuan Chan, a 19th-century aristocratic mansion showcasing Lao culture, and enjoy authentic Lao coffee or tea. End the day with a sunset view from Phousi Hill and a visit to the Night Market featuring handmade textiles.

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Day 14: Luang Prabang (Kuang Si waterfall)

Wake up as the sun rises, we will prepare to join the most sacred tradition of Laos, the daily morning alms giving, which dates to the 14th century. More than 200 Buddhist monks depart from various temple to gather their daily meal from the faithful residents sitting quietly on the streets. We then visit the temporary morning market near the former Royal Palace which offers a glimpse into daily life, with vendors selling fresh produce, handmade crafts, and textiles. These experiences provide a unique and authentic cultural immersion.

Begin your day with an immersive visit to a community-based rice farm near Luang Prabang, where you can engage in or observe rural farming activities amidst serene mountains and rice paddies. Explore local artisan workshops and learn about traditional Laotian medicine through an organic garden tour. In the afternoon, visit the stunning Kuang Si waterfalls, ideal for swimming, followed by a brief stop at the Bear Rescue Center. On the way back to town, visit the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center by the Mekong River, before returning to your hotel in Luang Prabang.

Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang

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Day 15: Luang Prabang → Vang Vieng (Train)

Morning, breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time to explore the city on your own. We then transfer out to the train station to take the speed train to Vang Vieng (ABOUT 1 hour).

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Day 16: Vang Vieng (surroundings)

After breakfast, drive 14 km north to Tham Xang (Elephant Cave) on the Nam Song River, a significant Buddhist temple named for its unique limestone formations. Explore the nearby Tham Hoi (Snail Cave) with its deep, winding corridors and impressive limestone formations, followed by a visit to Loop Cave and its stunning stalagmites. At Tham Nam (Water Cave), enjoy tubing through the clear, cool waters, then trek 2 km to the Hmong village of Phathao through rice paddies and gardens, before returning to Vang Vieng. In the afternoon, visit Tham Pou Kham (Golden Crab Cave) and the nearby Blue Lagoon for relaxation.

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Day 17: Vang Vieng → Vientiane

In the morning, explore the local market to experience everyday life in a typical Lao rural area. After breakfast, visit Tham Jang Cave, historically used as a refuge from Chinese invaders, and then drive to Tham Nangfa (Angel Cave) to marvel at its impressive limestone formations and unique stalactites. Relax at the Blue Lagoon before departing Vang Vieng for Vientiane, the capital city on the Mekong River, known for its blend of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, and French influences.

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Day 18: Vientiane (city tour)

We start by visiting the serene Wat Sisaket, followed by Wat Phra Keo, which houses a collection of Lao and Khmer art. Afterward, we visit COPE, an association supporting landmine victims, and have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we explore the Patuxay monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, and Pha That Luang, the holiest site in Laos, before driving out of the city to visit the Buddha Park with its numerous religious sculptures, then return to the city.

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Day 19: Vientiane (Departure)

Breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure time to explore the city on your own until we transfer you to airport for your departure flight.

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