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Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.
See the best of both, Taiwan and Thailand on this business cum leisure tour. Begin your tour in Taipei, the capital is a vibrant centre of culture and entertainment. For nature lovers, it is necessary to visit, Sun-Moon Lake, the largest natural lake in Taiwan half shaped like the sun and half shaped like the crescent of the moon. Post-Convention visit Southeast Asia’s most popular vacation spot, Thailand, a paradise with its tropical climate, tasty food, lush forests and beautiful beaches. Starting from the vibrant capital of Bangkok, explore its bustling streets, colorful night market, and stunning Buddhist temples. Over on the Andaman Sea Coast, Phuket offers you a rainbow spectrum of spectacular holiday sights from blue lagoons and pink sunsets to orange-robed monks.
Private Group Tour
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available starting at CAD799 per person.
Today make your own way to your gateway International Airport for your overnight flight to Asia. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
Welcome to Taiwan!!! Once you arrive at the international airport in Taipei, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Taipei. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Taipei is a modern metropolis with Japanese colonial lanes, busy shopping streets and contemporary buildings. The skyline is crowned by the 509m-tall, bamboo-shaped Taipei 101 skyscraper, with upscale shops at the base and a rapid elevator to an observatory near the top. Taipei is also known for its lively street-food scene and many night markets, including expansive Shilin market.
Overnight in Taipei.
The morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Rotary Convention Centre.
Spend the whole day at the Convention Centre. Evening you will be transferred back to the hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Taipei.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the convention center
Afternoon meet your tour guide and proceed to explore on an afternoon tour. Taipei’s urban and historic highlights on this half-day sightseeing tour. Visiting the facade of the Presidential Office Building for a few photo ops. Next up is Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, where you can walk up the 89 steps to the bronze statue commemorating the former President of the Republic of China.. Then Head to Longshan Temple. This Buddhist temple often crowded with worshippers, features fine architectural design. Listen as your guide explains ancient rituals still practised here today. learn the culture & religions of Taiwan and admire the ancient architecture built-in 1738.
Our last stop will be Taipei 101, the landmark of Taiwan and once the tallest building in the world (2004-2010)!. Your tour includes a ticket to go up the observations (89F). Your tour will conclude with drop-off at the hotel. Overnight in Taipei
The morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Rotary Convention Centre.
Spend the whole day at the Convention Centre. Evening you will be transferred back to the hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Taipei.
After breakfast meets with our your guide English speaking guide and get out of the city and head into the heart of Taiwan for a day trip to the picturesque Sun Moon Lake. Nestled in the foot of Taiwan’s Central Mountain Range, explore the lake at your own pace. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, Ride an hour-long boat cruise exploring the expanse of Sun Moon Lake situated at the foothills of a mountain range. Later visit holy monk shrine, resting on top of a hill is Xuanzang Temple dedicated to the Buddhist monk, Xuanzang, before getting your final dose of culture with a visit to Wenwu Temple, a sacred site with intricate decorations all over both the exterior and interior.
Overnight in Taipei
The morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Rotary Convention Centre.
Spend the whole day at the Convention Centre. Evening you will be transferred back to the hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Taipei.
The morning after breakfast, check-out and proceed to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Once you arrive at the international airport in Bangkok, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Bangkok. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Bangkok is a fascinating, exciting and incredible city to visit. The bustling city is a combination of weird and wonderful sights, sounds and smells.
Optional: Midnight Food Tour by a Tuk Tuk: USD 90, min 2 paxGo beyond tourist zones for the most enjoyable midnight eating adventure. After the moon comes up, cruise along Bangkok streets via this city’s iconic 3-wheel, Tuk Tuk, to visit Bangkokian’sfavorite places to eat. Taste a variety of savory menus, including the local favorite Northeastern Thai Food (Esan Food), the town’s Best Pad Thai, and the popular home-style Thai snack. Betweenthe bites, visit old-town landmarks and temples for a different perspective compared to the busyday time scene. Discover the side of Bangkok wholly unknown to visitors. We will finish the tour by the Cinderella’s time.
After breakfast, start the day with a half-day city tour visiting three of the most unusual Buddhist temples in Bangkok: Wat Traimit with its invaluable Golden Buddha (5 ½ tons of solid gold), Wat Po, the most extensive temple in Bangkok, with its colossal Reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings – Wat Benjamaborpitr, the White Marble Temple, one of the finest examples of Thai architecture. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure or you can pre-book one of the following optional tours.
Afternoon Half-Day Grand Palace Tour. The Grand Palace was the seat not only of the king and his court but contained within its crenulated walls the entire government administration. The architecture is vibrantly Thai though there are some European designs as well. Brilliantly colored and gilded, and decorated with intricate detail, the overall effect is dazzling. The palace served as the official residence of the kings of Thailand from the 18th to the mid-20th century. The most famous building on the palace grounds is Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple (wat) in Thailand. Construction of the temple began when King Rama I moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok in 1785. Unlike other Thai temples, it does not contain living quarters for monks; rather, it has only the richly decorated holy buildings, statues, and pagodas. The main temple building is the central ubosoth, which houses the Emerald Buddha. Though green in color, the Buddha is carved from a single piece of jade, and though only 17 inches tall, is the most revered object in Thailand. Also, within the grounds are several palaces, used for various occasions: The Funeral Palace, Reception Palace, Throne Hall, Coronation Hall, and the Royal Guest House. Most halls and palaces can be viewed from outside only, but the exteriors are captivating enough to please.
The evening is at leisure. Overnight in Bangkok
Day is free at leisure, or pre-book one of our suggested optional tours
After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival in Phuket, you will be transferred to the hotel. spend time at leisure exploring the resort town of Phuket
Overnight in Phuket
Morning proceeds to Phi Phi Islands, widely considered to be amongst the most beautiful island in the world. Start your voyage to the underwater world of Phi Phi, swimming and snorkelling among the colorful fish and exploring the abundant coral reef at Monkey Beach. Admiring the beauty of Camel Rock and Nui Bay while cruising to Tonsai Bay where you will enjoy a buffet lunch in a local restaurant with a good selection of Thai and International dishes. After lunch, take your time to relax and wander around the village. Continue cruising on through the breathtaking scenery of Piley Lagoon and Viking Cave to Phi Phi Leh where you will have plenty of time for swimming and snorkelling or just relaxing on the upper deck or at the beach before heading back to the mainland.
Spend your day at leisure, exploring the resort town of Phuket or try on some water sports at the beach.
Later afternoon, proceed to explore the hidden treasures of Phuket. Wandering through the Sino-Portuguese centre of traditional Phuket – there is no better means to smell feel and touch Phuket’s architecture along its side streets and historical buildings. Crafted and designed in accordance with old and still practised measures, Phuket Town represents to be admired and there is no better way to see the eye for detail in the design work by foot. Outside its rich cultural heritage, its quaint colonial mansions, Phuket Town is a true melting pot of street-side eateries and stalls that serve only the best. All this, including a visit to an old Chinese temple and finishing the evening off with a delicious dinner on top of Rang Hills, uncovers a different Phuket, hidden from its touristic trails.
Today you will be transferred back to Phuket airport to catch your flight back home.
The hotel offers an outdoor pool, 2 dining options, and 24-hour room service. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Modern and spacious, the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, a well-stocked minibar and personal safe. The Square Restaurant serves an all-day Thai and international buffet as well as a la carte menus. Drinks and live music are available at the stylish Stone Bar.
A contemporary resort brimming with Thai charm situated at the heart of Patong Beach, a lively city and beach destination in one. Surrounded by top attractions guests are within five minutes stroll of the beautiful white sand beach, vibrant nightlife district and huge shopping and entertainment mall to name just a few.
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Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
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There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
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What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
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For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
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An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
