Elephant Kingdoms (Family)14 days - from $2425Meet the hill tribes and elephants of northern Thailand and explore off-the-beaten-track Laos! Our journey begins in the vibrant city of Bangkok, visiting the majestic Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha). We board a train northwards and on to Chiang Mai, where we visit the colourful villages that dot the region. We even have the chance to ride an elephant! We cross the mighty Mekong River into Laos and the UNESCO World Heritage listed historic town of Luang Prabang, where royal palaces and temples tell the story of the rich Lao culture and heritage. We drive to Vang Vieng, renowned for its amazing caves. Our final days are spent in the capital, Vientiane - a sleepy yet charming town on the Mekong River with its old buildings still exuding the mood of the French colonial days. Highlights
Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees. Not Included: Visa costs, international airfares, departure taxes, insurance (obligatory on all trips), departure transfer, other meals, drinks, snacks, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, spending of a personal nature such as gratuities, laundry, drinks, souvenirs. Meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch EquipmentIncluded: 19 Oct 11 Valid From: 01 Dec 08 Valid Until: 30 Jun 13 Starts/Ends: Bangkok to Bangkok close Itinerary:Day 1: Bangkok2: Bangkok – overnight train3: Chiang Mai4: Chiang Dao - Chiang Mai5: Chiang Khong6: Mekong River - Pak Beng7: Luang Prabang8: Luang Prabang9: Luang Prabang10: Vang Vieng11: Vang Vieng12: Vientiane13-14: Bangkok Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees. Not Included: Visa costs, international airfares, departure taxes, insurance (obligatory on all trips), departure transfer, other meals, drinks, snacks, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, spending of a personal nature such as gratuities, laundry, drinks, souvenirs. Meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch EquipmentIncluded: 07 Feb 12 Valid From: 01 Dec 08 Valid Until: 30 Jun 13 Starts/Ends: Bangkok to Bangkok Trip Reference: PTEK |
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| Start | End | Tour Price | Child Local Flight | Local Flight | Total Prepaid Cost in US$ | Availability | |
| 08 Apr 12 | 21 Apr 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 |  | |
| 15 Apr 12 | 28 Apr 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 |  | |
| 27 May 12 | 09 Jun 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 24 Jun 12 | 07 Jul 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 08 Jul 12 | 21 Jul 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 16 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 07 Oct 12 | 20 Oct 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 11 Nov 12 | 24 Nov 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 16 Dec 12 | 29 Dec 12 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 06 Jan 13 | 19 Jan 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 20 Jan 13 | 02 Feb 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 10 Feb 13 | 23 Feb 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 10 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 07 Apr 13 | 20 Apr 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 26 May 13 | 08 Jun 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
| 23 Jun 13 | 06 Jul 13 | $2095 | $160 | $170 | $2425 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012/13 brochures, due to be published in October 2011.