Depart via the services of United Airlines from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland (Oregon), or from many other U.S. and Canadian departure cities (at additional costs - see click-thru below for details) to:

 BANGKOK, THAILAND

on one of the following dates:

September 3 or 16, 2008
October 8 or 28, 2008
November 6 or 18, 2008
December 4, 2008

Note: Seasonal Surcharges apply for travel during certain time periods. See below for details.

*WEEKEND SURCHARGE:
Friday, Saturday, or Sunday departures are an additional $95.00 per person.

Day 1 - USA to BANGKOK
Board a United Airlines 747 & fly to Bangkok, capital of Thailand.

Day 2 - BANGKOK
Upon arrival, you will be met & escorted to your selected hotel:

Menam Riverside Hotel.........Superior First Class

Shangri-La Hotel..........Five Star Luxury
 for +$250 per person

Day 3 - BANGKOK
Visit Bangkok's landmarks including the opulent gilded pavilions of the Royal Grand Palace complex and dazzling Wat Phra Kaeo, with its revered Emerald Buddha.
MEALS INCLUDED: American Breakfast

Days 4, 5, and Day 6 - BANGKOK
Free days to explore on your own.  Perhaps take one of our optional tours listed below!
MEALS INCLUDED: American Breakfasts

On Days 4, 5, & 6, you have the option of arranging the following tours at an additional cost:
Full Day Ayutthaya (including lunch) for +$77.00 per person
This full day tour takes you on an enjoyable trip to Thailand's ancient capital, Ayutthaya. Depart your hotel by coach to Bang-Pa-In, the magnificent summer palace of King Rama V. The colossal ruins of Ayutthaya loom in regal dignity as you explore its well-planned byways, the inspiration for modern Bangkok. Return to Bangkok on an enchanting Chao Phraya River cruise with a sumptuous luncheon served on board.

Full Day Damnoen Saduak & Rose Garden Tour (including lunch) for +$69.00 per person
Depart Bangkok by coach to see the famous Floating Market at Damnoen Saduak, stopping at various attractions including Thailand's largest Pagoda at Nakorn Pathom. Enjoy lunch at the Rose Garden Country Resort and spend the afternoon enjoy­ing Thai cultural shows at the Thai Village. Shows include the colorful Buddhist ordination procession, an elegant fingernail dance, Thai boxing, Thai sword fights, elephants at work, charming folk dances and a traditional Thai wedding ceremony. 

Full Day River Kwai Tour (including lunch) for +$73.00 per person
Visit the world famous bridge on the River Kwai, and the memorial dedicated to the 9,000 Allied soldiers who died building the bridge and railway.

Thai Dinner & Classical Dance for +$33.00 per person
This most popular evening is spent at Piman Restaurant which specializes in a varied menu of typical Thai cuisine served in old Thai style. During the evening a one-hour show of graceful Thai classical dance is performed. 

Day 7 - BANGKOK to USA
Fly homeward via a Major U.S. Carrier. Cross the International Date Line.

TOUR FEATURES:
*Roundtrip air transportation via a Major U.S. Carrier
*Local hosts
*5 nights in your choice of hotels
*4 Breakfasts
*Roundtrip transfers between airport & hotel

*NOTE: If you would like to extend your vacation, consider our 5-Day Pre-Tour to Angkor Wat or 8-Day Post-Tour to Vietnam (see below).

OPTIONAL TOURS (Per Person):

4-Day Pre-Tour Extension to Angkor Wat
TOUR FEATURES:
*All Thailand & Cambodia air/land transportation
*Locally Hosted: Local guides provide transfers, sightseeing, information, and assistance in each city
*3 nights in superior first class hotels
*3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
*Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel, baggage handling, hotel taxes and service charges
*Sightseeing tours, cultural entertainment, and other performances as specified
Tour Cost (Per Person)
*Tour only $1098.00
Tour only Single Supplement $300.00
Tours are subject to availability.
This tour may also be arranged as a Post-Tour, with the tour itinerary in reverse order.

7-Day Post-Tour Extension to Vietnam
TOUR FEATURES:
*Daily Departures
*Local Hosts
* All Thailand/Vietnam air & land transportation
*6 nights in superior first class hotels
*6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
*Round-trip transfers between airport & hotel, baggage handling, hotel taxes & service charges
*Sightseeing tours, cultural entertainment, & other performances as specified
Tour Cost (Per Person)
*Tour Only $1678.00
Tour Only Single Supplement $400.00
Tours are subject to availability.
This tour may also be arranged as a Pre-Tour, with the tour itinerary in reverse order.

Air Tax, Fuel Surcharges and security charges of $425.00 additional per person. Airport embarkation taxes are not included in the tour fare and will be collected upon departure.

All Accommodations are based on double occupancy and a minimum of 2 people must travel.  Single Supplement of $600 per person is available for parties of 3 or more.

All reservations are subject to availability.

Disclaimer: The names submitted must be spelled exactly as appears on the Passport. Any fee associated with name corrections are the passengers responsibility.