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Best of Southeast Asia

Best of Southeast Asia Tour

Discover the best of Bangkok before moving onto the ancient hill capital of Chiang Mai and then onto modern cities like Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Hong Kong with a brief rest on the beautiful beaches of Bali.

Trip Dates:

Departures available from April 2009 through to March 2010

Length:

18 days

Accommodations:

  • Bangkok: Grand Hyatt Erawan
  • Chiang Mai: Holiday Inn
  • Kuala Lumpur: JW Marriott Hotel
  • Singapore: Mandarin Oriental
  • Bali: Grand Mirage Resort & Spa
  • Hong Kong: Sheraton Hotel

Meals:

  • Breakfast daily
  • 1 lunch
  • 3 dinners including a Special Dinner

Locations:

Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Bali, Hong Kong

Package Inclusions

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Coach transportation
  • Comprehensive sightseeing and admissions with English speaking guide
  • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

 

  • Enjoy superb dining with cultural performances while in Bangkok and Chiang Mai
  • Special dinner with cruise in Singapore
  • Enjoy a Singapore Sling at the famous Raffles Hotel
  • Visit local markets and local art shops while in Bali
  • Orientation tour of Hong Kong Island

 

Tour East

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Tour East Holidays is one of Canada's most dynamic, respected and innovative travel companies. Founded in 1976, Tour East Holidays has grown from a niche Asia travel wholesaler to one of the nation's largest, most diverse and fully integrated full-service travel companies. Today, Tour East Holidays has offices across Canada as well as in New York, Beijing, and Shanghai and serves a growing and diverse annual customer base of approximately 200,000 around the world. Their Asian heritage, which puts an emphasis on hospitality and detail, has served them well over the past 30 years.

  • Day 1 and 2: Fly to Bangkok via Hong Kong
  • Day 3: Bangkok: Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will be met and transferred via coach to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 4: Bangkok: Today, explore Bangkok's superb art and architecture. Visit two famous temples - the Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha), and the Wat Trimitr (Golden Buddha). In the afternoon, visit the Grand Palace, which is an ancient Siamese court and the residence of the kings of Bangkok. The palace consists of the Reception and Funeral Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall and the Royal Guest House. Afterwards, visit the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple. Tonight, enjoy a delectable Thai dinner and dance performance.
  • Day 5: Bangkok: Full day at leisure or join an optional tour.
  • Day 6: Bangkok/Chiang Mai: This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai, the ancient hill capital and home of Thailand's most beautiful temples and exotic hill tribe villages. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a superb northern Thai Kantoke dinner along with special folk dance entertainment.
  • Day 7: Chiang Mai: Enjoy a half-day City and Temples tour of Chiang Mai. Visit Chiang Mai's largest fresh market (Waroros); Wat Phra Singh, the largest chedi build in 1345 by King Pha Yu to house the remains of his father King Kam Fu; Wat Chedi Luang, the temple originally constructed in 1401 by the orders of King Saeng Muang Ma and Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in Chiang Mai. King Mengrai allegedly lived here while the city of Chiang Mai was constructed.
  • Day 8: Chiang Mai/Kuala Lumpur: After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur via Bangkok. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 9: Kuala Lumpur: Explore the charm of Kuala Lumpur with a skyline that blends the Old World with the New. Highlights include Jamek Mosque, Chinatown, the majestic Royal Palace and the National Museum. In the afternoon, continue your exploration of Kuala Lumpur at your own leisure.
  • Day 10: Kuala Lumpur/Malacca/Kuala Lumpur: Today, enjoy a full day tour of Historical Malacca starting with a relaxing two-hour drive south of Kuala Lumpur. Malacca is the oldest trading port in Malaysia, which has undergone Portuguese, Dutch and Indian rule. Visit St. Paul's Hill for a fantastic view of Malacca Straits and the old town of Bandar Hilir, the famous Portuguese Fort de Santiago and the ruins of St. Paul's Church lined by 17th century Dutch tombstones. Enjoy a local Nonya lunch and then take a stroll in the "Antique Row" at Jonker Street. On the way back stop by Cheng Hoon Teng, the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia, and view Kampong Kling, a typical Malay village. Return to Kuala Lumpur this evening.
  • Day 11: Kuala Lumpur/Singapore: After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day is at leisure.
  • Day 12: Singapore: Have breakfast at the hotel, and then take a morning tour to explore exciting Singapore. Enjoy the quaint shops of Chinatown and the Sri Mariamman Temple, the city's oldest Hindu temple. Then visit the spectacular National Botanical Gardens, which boasts a display of 60,000 orchid plants. Have a delicious dinner of local food by the riverside. After dinner, proceed to Bugis Street and take a stroll at the night market. Your last stop will be at the elegant Raffles Hotel for their famous Singapore Sling.
  • Day 13: Singapore/Bali: Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bali. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 14: Bali: Today, explore this warm tropical paradise of terraced rice fields and endless beaches. Enjoy a morning tour of Denpasar, Bali's capital. Visit the city's museum, with its art collection that ranges from prehistoric finds to early 20th century art; the colourful 'pasar' (traditional market) where local people sell their products with much haggling over prices and the Art Foundation. Afterwards, enjoy Bali at your own leisure.
  • Day 15: Bali: Spend the entire day exploring Bali at your leisure.
  • Day 16: Bali/Hong Kong: After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 17: Hong Kong: Enjoy a half-day tour to explore Hong Kong Island and feel the pulse of Hong Kong, the City of Life. Visit the Aberdeen fishing village of days gone by, which today, is home to the world's largest floating restaurant. Marvel at scenic Repulse Bay with its long stretch of golden sandy beaches and also admire the picturesque southern tip of the island. Then travel to Victoria Peak and take a peak tram ride. Take in the truly breathtaking panoramic view of Victoria Harbor, the mountains of Kowloon and the islands of the South China Sea. Rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Day 18: Hong Kong/Home: Head to the airport for your return flight home.

 

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