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Best of SouthEast Asia

Days 1:
Depart Home City

Days 2: Enroute to Bangkok

Day 3: Arrive Bangkok
Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will be met and transferred via coach to the
Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel for three nights. 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. *B*D

Day 5: Bangkok
Full day at leisure or join an optional tour. *B

Day 6: Bangkok – Chiang Mai
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai, the ancient hill capital and home to Thailand's most beautiful temples and exotic hill tribe villages. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the
Holiday Inn Chiang Mai (formerly Sheraton Hotel) for two nights. Rest of the day is at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a superb northern Thai Kantoke dinner along with special folk dance entertainment. *B*D

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 built 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. *B

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 the JW Marriott Hotel for three nights. Rest of the day is at leisure. *B

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. *B

Day 10: Kuala Lumpur – Malacca
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 17 th century Dutch tombstones. Enjoy 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 Kaula Lumpur in the evening. *B*L

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 the
Mandarin Oriental Hotel for two nights. Rest of the day is at leisure. *B

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. Visit Mt. Faber for a breathtaking view of the city before visiting the spectacular Botanical Gardens. Have a delicious dinner of local food at Boat Quay, and then take a stroll along the night market. Watch the bustling nightlife and feel the pulse of the action in and around Chinatown. Then, head for the elegant Raffles Hotel for their famous Singapore Sling. *B*D

Day 13: Singapore – Bali
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bali. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Grand Mirage Resort & Spa for three nights. Rest of the day is at leisure.
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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 colorful '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. *B

Day 15: Bali
Spend the entire day exploring Bali at your leisure or unwind on one of the island’s legendary beaches. *B

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 the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel and Towers for two nights. Rest of the day is at leisure. *B

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.
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Your half-day City Tour pick-up time is at the Kowloon Hotel lobby at 08:15 a.m. Please be at location 15 mins prior to your pick-up time. Transportation to and from the Kowloon Hotel is at your own expense.**
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Day 18: Hong Kong – Home City
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. *B