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Thailand (Pattaya-Bangkok) 04 Nights /05 Days www.chariotworldtours.com | Toll Free: 1800 102 7707 Thailand (Pattaya-Bangkok) 04 Nights /05 Days CITIES VISITED AND TOUR HIGHLIGHTS City Name Duration Tour Highlights Pattaya 2 Nights 1.Sriracha Tiger Zoo 2.Underwater World 3.Alcazar Show 4.Coral Island Excursion by speed boat 5.Noongnooch Tropical Garden Bangkok 2 Nights 1. Golden Buddha and Reclining Buddha 2. Chayo Phraya River Cruise 3. Safari World and Marine Park 4. Madame Tussauds ATTRACTIONS FOR WHICH ENTRY FEE ARE INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST City Name Attraction Name Pattaya 1.Sriracha Tiger Zoo 2.Underwater World 3.Alcazar Show 4.Coral Island Excursion by speed boat 5.Noongnooch Tropical Garden Bangkok 1.Chayo Phraya River Cruise 2.Safari World 3.Madame Tussauds DEPARTURES AUG 2020 SEP 2020 OCT 2020 NOV 2020 DEC 2020 JAN 2021 TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA www.chariotworldtours.com | Toll Free: 1800 102 7707 Itinerary Thailand Day 01 – Pattaya Arrival at Bangkok Airport by TG 326 or similar Welcome by English Speaking Guide, transfer of all luggage to the vehicle Departure to Pattaya City Visit Sriracha Tiger Zoo with breakfast The greatest tiger zoo in a natural atmosphere where you can hold, feed and take photos with baby tigers. Watch a sow breast-feeding tiger cubs. Make some new friends as you pet and feed camels, deer, elephants, donkey and especially the tiger cubs. Try your accuracy at the shoot’n feed, shoot the target and feed the tigers. Witness the excitement of the Crocodile show Lunch at Indian restaurant Check in at A One Royal Cruise or similar Proceed to Underwater World Visit Alcazar Show The Alcazar Show is the greatest transvestite cabaret show in Asia and has become the legend of Pattaya. The Alcazar will offer a memorable experience of a life time with a marvelous combination of Music, Dance, and costume presentations. The magical performance of Alcazar involves high-technology of computerized Lighting system, studio colors, and circle surround of DTS system. Dinner at Indian restaurant Transfer to hotel for overnight stay Meal Plan: Breakfast at Sriracha Tiger Zoo| Lunch |Dinner Day 02 – Pattaya Breakfast at Hotel Coral Island Excursion by speed boat, swimming in crystal clear blue waters at coral island. Only boat ride west of Pattaya, the idyllic beaches of Koh Larn (Coral Island) offer a change of pace from the upbeat dynamism of Pattaya beaches and Make a perfect day-trip. This former sleepy fishing village boasts translucent blue waters, brimming with an abundance of coral and marine life. Relax on the fine white sand, get that perfect sun tan or plunge in for a swim. Enjoy water sports such as parasailing and underwater walking (Payment will be directly paid by the guests) Visit Noongnooch Tropical Garden with lunch and see the Thai Village show, Thai cultural show, Elephant show and pottery garden Dinner at Indian restaurant Transfer to hotel for overnight stay Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch |Dinner Bangkok Day 03 – Bangkok Breakfast at Hotel and Check-out Visit the biggest Gems Gallery in the world Proceed on City Tour and Temple Tour. City Tour includes the world’s largest Buddha – also called Wat Traimit, followed by at Pho-a Principle Buddha, Reclining Buddha inside the Vihara Hall, Phra Ubosot the large triangular building and Spires of Phra Maha Chedi Si Rajkarn. www.chariotworldtours.com | Toll Free: 1800 102 7707 Lunch at Indian restaurant Check in at Hotel Windsor Suite or similar Visit Madame Tussauds Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries Dinner at Indian restaurant Transfer to hotel for overnight stay Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch |Dinner Day 04 – Bangkok Breakfast at Hotel Proceed to Safari World; explore wildlife at the Safari Park (open zoo) like Giraffes, Zebras, Tigers, Lions and many more animal. Visit the Marine Park and Animal show Sea Lion Show, Dolphin Show, Hollywood Cowboy Stunt Show Indian lunch at Safari World Restaurant Proceed to Chayo Phraya River Cruise with Dinner A touch of world class dinner cruise in Bangkok. Dine on a stylish luxurious cruise. View the historical landmarks on a river cruise along the Chao Phraya River Transfer to the Hotel for overnight stay Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch |Dinner Day 05 – Bangkok - Return to India Breakfast at Hotel Check out Free and easy or free for shopping Lunch at Indian restaurant Continue shopping after lunch Evening Proceed to Bangkok Airport to board Thai Airways Flight TG 325 or Similar to Bangalore Departure@ 2135 Hrs arrive Bangalore @ 2355 Hrs Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch TOUR COST Special price for Adult on Child (2-12 years) Child (2-12 years) Additional cost early bookings twin/triple sharing sharing room with 2 sharing room with 2 for Single basis adults with extra bed adults, no extra bed Occupancy (12+ years) Book 06 months before Rs. 44,900 Rs. 44,900 Rs. 41,900/- Rs. 8,000 departure date Book 05 months before departure date Rs. 45,900 Rs. 44,900 Rs. 41,900/- Rs. 8,000 Book 04 months before departure date Rs. 46,900 Rs. 44,900 Rs. 41,900/- Rs. 8,000 Book 03 months before departure date Rs. 49,900 Rs. 44,900 Rs. 41,900/- Rs. 8,000 Includes Applicable GST *You have to produce PAN card for the payment of above Rs.49900/-in cash *Maximum cash that can be accepted towards this tour is Rs.199000/- only www.chariotworldtours.com | Toll Free: 1800 102 7707 Tour Cost Includes Economy class Air ticket and airport tax from Bangalore and Return by Thai Airways or similar 2 Nights Hotel accommodation at Pattaya, Thailand on Twin / Triple sharing basis 2 Nights Hotel accommodation at Bangkok, Thailand on Twin / Triple sharing basis American Breakfast and Indian Veg / Nonveg Lunch and Dinner as indicated All transportation by Luxury Executive vehicle at Destination All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary and all the entry fees The services of English speaking Tour Guide Daily 1000 ml of water bottle per person Applicable GST Tour Cost Excludes Any other services not mentioned under inclusions PROPOSED HOTELS: Check In 15:00 Hrs Check Out 11:00 Hrs City Name Category Pattaya 4 Star Bangkok 4 Star On arrival Visa Thailand Visa on arrival fee exemption has been extended from 01st November 2019 till 30th April 2020. Note: As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotel use roll away beds along with queen size bed and the room size may be the same as a double room Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available The day wise itinerary and routing will vary depending on the time of arrival day at Bangkok, but the overall inclusion and sightseeing attractions will remain the same for all departures. Weather Predictions for the year 2020 based on Accuweather is as below THAILAND (PATTAYA-BANGKOK) WEATHER PREDICTIONS 2020 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN H L R H L R H L R H L R H L R H L R 33 20 - 33 21 - 35 23 - 35 25 - 35 25 - 37 26 - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC H L R H L R H L R H L R H L R H L R 33 25 > 34 24 > 34 24 - 32 23 - 32 23 - 32 20 - Weather predictions are based on Accuweather Data & are indicative - No Rain < Light Showers > Occasional Rain >> Heavy Rain .
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