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Reefs and Rainforests An exploration of the south of Thailand from Bangkok down to the Malaysian border: high mountains, steamy jungles, tropical islands, mysterious caves, coral reefs, lotus-covered lakes, swamps, exotic temples and spicy curries! Discover the fantastic sites, spectacular scenery and friendly people on this 2 week journey through the Thai peninsular.

Day 1
Departure from London.

Day 2
Arrival in Bangkok and transfer to a downtown hotel. Afternoon tour of some of the City sites including Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and fabulous Wat Phra Keow - the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

Day 3
Departure for the historic town of Petchaburi at the northern limit of the Peninsula. Visit the fascinating Khao Wang Palace and park with its colony of monkeys before continuing on to the Kaeng Krachan National Park for our night's accommodation in a scenic, lakeside park lodge.

Days 4 & 5
Two day trek through the pristine rainforest and stunning scenery of Thailand's largest national park. Check out the amazing flora and fauna, by day and by night, and camp overnight in the jungle! In the evening of day 5 we'll return to Petchaburi Town to catch the night sleeper train for Nakhorn Si Thammarat the south.

Day 6
Morning arrival with the afternoon to relax or explore the bustling markets and check out some of the local handicrafts of this distinctively southern town.

Day 7
Travel to Thale Noi Bird Sanctuary - where we'll travel by boat through the atmospheric landscapes of vast marshes and lotus-covered lakes. Evening arrival in Trang - a small, but lively provincial capital, the Andaman Sea coast, close to the border with Malaysia.

Day 8
Expedition to Ban-Traat Mountain. Trek through the rainforest, bathe in mountain streams, explore limestone caves and visit a Sakai settlement - a hunter gatherer, jungle dwelling people. Overnight camping in the jungle!

Day 9
Continue to Praisawan waterfall for an exciting white- water rafting descent of the river. Afternoon return to Trang Town with a Thai massage option to recover from the two days exertions!

Day 10
Head to Chao Mai 'sea-gypsy' village from where we'll canoe through mangrove swamps and along underground streams to visit the atmospheric and mysterious, sacred sea-caves. Afternoon transfer to Koh Muk Island.

Day 11
Leisurely day on this unspoilt island; make the most of it's turquoise waters and sandy beaches, sling a hammock between a couple of palm trees or visit a local fishing.

Day 12
Boat tour through the dramatic scenery of Chao Mai National Marine Park, snorkel on the archipelago's vibrant coral reefs and swim through the unique 'Emerald cave'.

Day 13
Free morning to top up your tan before returning by boat to Trang.

Day 14
Cook your own lunch with a half-day, hands-on Thai cookery lesson in a local restaurant. Evening flight from Trang to London, via Bangkok.

Day 15
Morning arrival in London.

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INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

· Economy class return flights with Thai International airlines (will be booked separately, see main box).
· UK Air Passenger Duty Tax
· Accommodation as specified (tax and service charges are also included as is breakfast)
· Services of a Western tour leader throughout
· Local guide throughout
· Private air-conditioned vehicles in each location
· Private (group) transfers to and from airports and train stations
· Entrance fees to museums, etc., permits, etc.
· Breakfasts & Dinners
· The services of our local staff in Vietnam

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
· Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, tips, etc.
· Visas
· Airport transfers on arrival and departure if you are not arriving on our standard flights (supplement payable).
· Airport taxes payable locally on each departure

ACCOMMODATION. The accommodation on this trip is a mixture of good quality private hotels (mostly 2 to 3- star). We also spend one night on the sleeper train, which is quite comfortable, though despite being first class is still slightly primitive. The hotels have air conditioning and we will normally have twin rooms with private facilities. In general, the hotels we use are of a good standard, and will be clean and comfortable with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, minibar and TV.

FOOD. All breakfasts (e.g. bread, eggs or fruit and tea or coffee) are included as are all Dinners and lunchs which are taken as a group and arranged in good local restaurants were a variety of dishes can be tried. Drinking water, fruits and snacks are always available in our escort vehicle. Other drinks are not included in price, but widely available at local restaurants and shops along the way.

EXTRA EXPENSES. Departure tax: currently BHT 500. There are also a number of entry fees not included in the price: as it is hard to say what people would like to visit. There will also be a kitty to cover soft drinks, mineral water and snacks for consumption whilst travelling , though this is unlikely to cost more than about £20 for the trip.

GROUP, STAFF & SUPPORT. The group size will be between 6 and 14. All groups will be accompanied by an experienced English guide, plus a local guide and where applicable a local driver. All your luggage and personal belongings will be carried in the vehicle.

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