Tropical Escape: Thailand & Bali
12 Days
- Day 1: Arrival at Bangkok
- Day 2: Bangkok
- Day 3: Bangkok
- Day 4: Bangkok - Phuket
- Day 5: Phuket
- Day 6: Phuket
- Day 7: Phuket - flight to Bali
- Day 8: Ubud
- Day 9: Ubud
- Day 10: Ubud – South of Bali
- Day 11: South of Bali
- Day 12: South of Bali - Departure
The Plan
Day 1: Arrival at Bangkok
Arrival at Bangkok airport where your English-speaking guide will be waiting for you and transfer to the hotel. Free time until check-in at the hotel, subject to availability (rooms are usually available from 3:00 p.m.). Accommodation at hotel.
Day 2: Bangkok
After breakfast, visit three of the most popular Buddhist temples in the city. We will start with Wat Traimit, located at the edge of Chinatown on Yaowarat Road, near Hualampong train station. Wat Traimit is home to the largest solid gold Buddha in the world, measuring almost five metres in height and weighing five and a half tons. The tour will continue to Wat Pho, the largest temple in Bangkok. The Temple of the enormous reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings. This is located behind the Temple of the Buddha. It is one of the largest temples in the city and famous for its gigantic reclining Buddha that measures 46 metres in length and is covered in gold. Next, you will visit the Royal Palace, which is undoubtedly the most famous landmark in the city. Built in 1782, for 150 years it was the home of the King of Thailand, the royal court and the administrative headquarters of the government. The Grand Palace in Bangkok is an ancient building that continues to impress its visitors with its beautiful architecture and details. Within the complex is Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (officially known as Wat Phra Sri Rattana Satsadaram), considered the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand, enshrining the most revered Buddha carved from a single block of jade. Transfers included. Hotel accommodation
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 3: Bangkok
After breakfast, meet your guide at the reception of your hotel and drive 80km southwest of the city to visit the famous train market. Watch as the train approaches the market as the traders fold up their stalls to allow the train to pass through the middle of the market! After the tour, head to Damnoen Saduak floating market. From there, take a boat to cruise along the canals to the market and watch the fruit, vegetables, etc. being traded. At the end of the tour, return to the hotel.
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 4: Bangkok - Phuket
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Bangkok airport to connect with your flight to Phuket
- Arrive at Phuket airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Accommodation at hotel
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 5: Phuket
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day
Optional Tour:
Phi Phi Island by speedboat (07:30 - 16:30) in joint (SIC) with English speaking guide @USD 155 per person
A day trip from Phuket to Phi Phi Island is very popular among tourists who do not want to stay on Phi Phi Island. Phi Phi Island is 48km southeast of Phuket which takes about 1 hour by speedboat. Phi Phi Island is the most popular tourist destination for travelers. It is one of the most famous and beautiful tourist destinations and the magical scenery of Maya Bay where the movie “The Beach” was filmed. We will visit Nui Bay and Camel Rock where we will see the exceptional crystal clear water and white sand. Afterwards we head to Monkey Beach which is the playground of human backgrounds where we will snorkel and swim. We will explore the empire of swallows at Viking cave. Then we head to our main destination, Pileh Cove where we will explore the emerald lagoon, swim and snorkel surrounded by the stunning cliffs. We will also have snorkeling in Loh Samah to see the magical emerald and marine animals of this island. We will regain our energy with a buffet lunch in Phi Phi Don. After lunch, we will discover Hin Klang, one of the largest coral reefs in Southeast Asia. Then we will have a relaxing time on Bamboo Island to relax and sunbathe on the beach with fine sand. Afterwards, return to the pier.
- Accommodation at hotel
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 6: Phuket
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day
Optional Tour:
Phang Nga Bay by speedboat (07:00 - 17:30) in joint (SIC) with English speaking guide @USD 155 por persona
Pick up from the hotel and transfer to Royal Phuket Marina Pier. First, we take a speedboat to Hong Island and Panak Island where we will have an extraordinary canoeing experience with the limestone scenery of Phang Nga Bay. In addition, we will go on foot to explore the limestone caves. Afterwards, we will relax with a local lunch at the floating restaurant on Panyee Island. Then, we will explore James Bond Island or Khao Tapoo where the movie “The Man with the Golden Gun” was filmed and Khao Ping Kan. We will sunbathe and have free time to swim and relax at Naka Island or Rang Yai Island. Then, we will return to the pier and transfer to the hotel.
- Accommodation at hotel
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 7: Phuket – Vuelo a Bali
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Phuket Airport to connect with your flight to Bali
- Arrive at Denpasar International Airport in Bali and transfer to your hotel in Ubud for check-in. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation at the selected hotel.
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 8: Ubud
Today's excursion will begin with the famous Barong and Kris dance performance. It depicts the eternal struggle between good (Barong) and evil (Rangda) and ends with a scene where Kris dancers fall into a trance and try to kill the demon Rangda. We will visit the sacred spring of Tirta Empul, surrounded by a large shrine honoring the God Indra. Some of these pools are believed to have strong healing powers. On the hill behind the temple we will find a presidential residence built by the late President Soekarno. Our next stop will be Kintamani where you can enjoy your lunch with stunning views of the lake and the Batur volcano. Going down the hill, we will pass the green rice fields of Tegallalang and its hundreds of coconut trees. Overnight in Ubud.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Phuket Airport to connect with your flight to Bali
- Arrive at Denpasar International Airport in Bali and transfer to your hotel in Ubud for check-in. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation at the selected hotel.
- Meal: Breakfast & lunch
What's Included :
Day 9: Ubud – South of Bali
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning free time at your disposal. We will start our afternoon trip with a visit to one of the most beautiful temples in the south of Bali, the Pura Taman Ayun. The temple was built in the 17th century by Prince I Gusti Anom. Literally translated, the meaning is `Garden of the floating flowers`, because the temple is located in the middle of an artificial lake. Take a walk through the complex and admire the stunning surroundings. Your last stop and highlight of this tour awaits on the coast. The famous Tanah Lot temple is one of the most important temples in Bali. Built on a small island in the sea it is a perfect place to enjoy an incredible sunset in a stunning setting. Transfer to your hotel in Nusa Dua.
- Meal: Breakfast & dinner
What's Included :
Day 10: South of Bali
Breakfast at the hotel. To start the excursion we head east to see the Kerta Gosa, or Hall of Justice, built in the 18th century in Klungkung. It is beautifully laid out within a moat and offers an exquisite example of the Klungkung style of painting and architecture depicted in the murals on its ceiling. Continue to Kusamba, a fishing village that is also dedicated to salt making. The coastal road with full view of Nusa Penida will take us to Goa Lawah (Bat Cave). This cave, whose walls vibrate with thousands of bats, is considered sacred and a temple and surrounding shrines guard the entrance. After lunch we go to “The Mother Temple of Besakih”. Our last stop will be Tenganan, an original Balinese village, a stronghold of ancient traditions. You will be able to watch local women weaving the famous “flaming” cloth, kamben geringsing. Overnight at selected hotel in Nusa Dua.
- Meal: Breakfast & lunch
What's Included :
Day 11: South of Bali
On this tour you will be able to watch the sunset at the southwestern tip of the island of Bali. Here you will visit the Uluwatu Temple, perched on a cliff which drops directly into the sea at more than 250 feet. This is one of the temples of Bali built in the 11th century. Watch the spectacular sunset overlooking the Indian Ocean and enjoy the mystical atmosphere. You will witness the Kecak Dance performance, known as 'monkey dance' before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
- Meal: Breakfast
What's Included :
Day 12: South of Bali - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time until transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
- Meal: Breakfast
