FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). NORTHERN THAILAND

This was the trip that started it all for touring in Asia, and it remains one of our most popular.

Prices from NZD $1075
01 Jan 2007 - 31 Mar 2007: NZD$1150*
01 Apr 2007 - 31 Aug 2007: NZD$1075*
01 Sep 2007 - 31 Dec 2007: NZD$1150* (plus local payment Thai Baht ฿8500)

Meals included: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Transport: Train, cycle rickshaw, longtail boat, elephant, walking, minibus, songthaew, local bus
Accommodation: Guesthouses/hotels (8 nts), barge (1 nt), multishare hilltribe village (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts), multishare homestay (1 nt)
Budget: Allow USD $225 for meals not included.

Departs: Departs every Sun & Sat

> important notes: Please note that Saturday departures run this itinerary in reverse

Itinerary
Days 1-2 Bangkok
Trade busy streets for lively waterways and take a longtail cruise down the Chao Praya River to discover Bangkok's cultural treasures. See all 46 metres of the tremendous Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho before lunch at the floating markets.
Day 3-4 Kanchanaburi
Visit the Jeath War Museum before heading to the Erawan National Park for a swim in the seven-tiered waterfall. There is the possiblity to kayak back to town, paddling under the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai.
Days 5 Ayuthaya
Ancient Ayuthaya is a temple lover's dream. Highlights include the ultra-photogenic Wat Phra Mahatha and Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, where it is possible to have your fortune told.
Days 6-7 Chiang Mai
Ride domesticated elephants through a national park, drift downriver on bamboo rafts, enjoy a traditional massage and live the shopaholic's dream at the night market.
Day 8 HomestayExperience village life in an overnight stay with our long-time friends. Sample a khan tohk dinner and enjoy a dance performance given by the local school kids.
Days 9-11 Hilltribe Trek
Trek through remote villages and experience the diversity of local customs and traditions, staying overnight in simple hilltribe huts.
Days 12-13 Golden Triangle
The point where Thailand, Burma and Laos meet has had an interesting past. Visit the Opium Museum for an insight into everything poppy or take a fast boat down the Mekong.
Days 14-15 Bangkok
Returning to Bangkok there is time to explore the city's many sights and check out the extensive weekend Chatuchak Markets before we say goodbye.

Highlights:
Cruise down the Chao Praya River, See the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai, Explore the treasures of Chiang Mai, Take an elephant ride, Trek through remote hilltribe villages, See the Golden Triangle at Chiang Rai



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