Sightseeing Packages for Participants of WACE 20th World Conference June 5th-8th, 2017 Chiangmai, Thailand Tour: HALF DAY CITY & TEMPLES TOUR Code: TOUR 01 Daily: Morning 08.30 – 12.00 / Afternoon 13.30 – 17.00 Visit and explore four revered temples in Chiang Mai. All was constructed during the Lanna period; each reflects the glory, splendors and nobility of a rich historical era. In the center of the city lies Wat Phra Singh first built during the reign of Phra Chao Kham Fu (1328-1335). The temple’s compound includes the Lai Kam Chapel and the abbot of this important temple is the head of the local religious administration. Lying smack in the heart of the city (almost right in the middle of the square-walled city) is Wat Chedi Luang, the large Chedi (the biggest in the city) behind the viharn was constructed by King Saen Muang Ma around 1401. Originally 90 meters high, it is now a mere 40 meters as the result of an earthquake in 1545. A small building near the main entrance encloses the “Sao Intakin” (spirit of the city). Last but not least is Wat Chiang Man, lying in the Northern part of the old walled city; it is the oldest temple within the city walls. Constructed by King Mengrai (1296-1311) the founder of Chiangmai, it is said that the king spent his last years in this temple Drive around the old city to see the moat surrounding it and the ruins of the city gates. Then visit the largest central market, Worarot Market, alive with its daily hustle and bustle. Exotic fresh fruits, preserved food, local delicacies, clothes galore, flowers and other knick knacks, all at reasonable prices. End of service Tour 01: Half day City & Temple Tour Private tour Join tour 1 pax 2-3 pax 4-5 pax 6-8 pax (SIC) 2,000 1,300 1,000 900 1,200 *Tour price per person in Thai Baht REMARK: Timing is approximately and program can be change or switch without prior notice depend on local conditions. บจก.ไทยทราเวล อินโฟเซอร์วิส เลขที 3455 อาคาร ทีทีซี พาร์ค ทาวเวอร์ ชั;น 3, 4 ถ.พระราม 9 สวนหลวง กรุงเทพฯ 10250 Tel: +66-02-171-9999 Fax: +66-02-1719000 rd th Thai Travel Info Service Ltd. 3455, TTC Park Tower 3 -4 Floor, Rama 9 Rd., Suanluang, Bangkok 10240 www.ThaitravelCenter.com TOUR INCLUDES: 1. Transportation: Van 2. English speaking Guide 3. Admission fee as mentioned Tour: HALF DAY DOI SUTHEP & WHITE HMONG HILLTRIBE TOUR Code: TOUR 02 Daily: Morning 08.30 – 12.00 / Afternoon 13.30 – 17.00 The trip entails a pleasant 15 km. wildly driving up 3,500 feet above sea level to visit Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most sacred temple in the city. You then exercise your heart, lungs and limbs (perfect for couch potatoes and those with beer belly) by ascending the 306 steps to the temple, guarded by two magnificent Nagas (serpents) and constructed in 1383; this symbol of Chiang Mai contains the holy relic of the Lord Buddha which is enshrined in the magnificent, glowing golden pagoda. A bird’s eye view of the entire city and the surrounding areas can be seen from the temple grounds. Continue by local truck along a bumpy mountain road to visit the White Hmong hill tribe village. It’s a scenic route. Migrants from China who prefer to live in simple, isolated and self-sustaining villages while preserving their primitive culture, ancient customs and gorgeous embroidered costumes. Return back to town. Tour 02: Half day Doi Suthep Temple & White Hmong Hill Tribe Village Private tour Join tour 1 pax 2-3 pax 4-5 pax 6-8 pax (SIC) 3,000 1,900 1,300 1,200 N/A *Tour price per person in Thai Baht TOUR INCLUDES: 1. Transportation: Van & Local truck to White Hmong village 2. English speaking Guide 3. Admission fees as mentioned บจก.ไทยทราเวล อินโฟเซอร์วิส เลขที 3455 อาคาร ทีทีซี พาร์ค ทาวเวอร์ ชั;น 3, 4 ถ.พระราม 9 สวนหลวง กรุงเทพฯ 10250 Tel: +66-02-171-9999 Fax: +66-02-1719000 rd th Thai Travel Info Service Ltd. 3455, TTC Park Tower 3 -4 Floor, Rama 9 Rd., Suanluang, Bangkok 10240 www.ThaitravelCenter.com Tour : HALF DAY MAE SA ELEPHANTS AT WORK TOUR Code: TOUR 03 Daily : Morning 08.30 – 12.00 / Afternoon 12.30 – 16.00 Spend a pleasant excursion of about 30 kms to the countryside in the north of the city. Visit Mae Sa Elephant Camp, the biggest and the most popular camp in Chiang Mai. Enjoy a variety of fabulous shows of Elephants who love to show off their skills, abilities and intelligence. Don't miss a chance to observe the Elephants bathing in a stream before moving the performance site. During the beginning of the show, about 20 Elephants will parade to welcome you to their performance; the demonstration of how these majestic and powerful creatures work in Logging Industry, Football Matches consisting of many talented Elephant players, Playing Games and Painting of beautiful abstract and realistic. After spending time to enjoy with Elephants, visit an Orchid Nursery Farm filled with more than 50 different varieties of gorgeous orchid blooms in a dazzling array of colors. There is a superb collection of exotic butterflies to dazzle and bewitch you. Tour 03: Half Day Mae Sa Elephant At Work Tour Private tour Join tour 1 pax 2-3 pax 4-5 pax 6-8 pax (SIC) 2,700 1,900 1,400 1,300 1,300 *Tour price per person in Thai Baht TOUR INCLUDES: 1. Transportation: Van 2. English speaking Guide 3. Admission fees as mentioned 4. VAT บจก.ไทยทราเวล อินโฟเซอร์วิส เลขที 3455 อาคาร ทีทีซี พาร์ค ทาวเวอร์ ชั;น 3, 4 ถ.พระราม 9 สวนหลวง กรุงเทพฯ 10250 Tel: +66-02-171-9999 Fax: +66-02-1719000 rd th Thai Travel Info Service Ltd. 3455, TTC Park Tower 3 -4 Floor, Rama 9 Rd., Suanluang, Bangkok 10240 www.ThaitravelCenter.com Tour: FULL DAY EXPERIENCE ELEPHANT RIDING & BAMBOO RAFTING TOUR Code: TOUR 04 Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 08h30 Pick up from the hotel and spend about an hour drive along a pleasant and scenic road to the northern part of Chiang Mai. Arrive Mae Taman Elephant Camp situated on the bank of the Mae Tang River. Start a full day trip by watching the Elephant’s bathing enjoying themselves with the mahouts in the river which’s lovely and fun! Then, a show of how these magnificent animals working in the timber industry by pushing, dragging and rolling logs in unison at the command of their mahouts. Also many activities are being performed to show their talent and intelligence for instances playing soccer, game, massage and even draw such a beautiful painting of abstract, trees, flowers or even picture of themselves. It’s now a time for an exciting 30-40 minutes Elephant ride crossing the river and climbing hills into the lush jungle. You’ve got to “swing with the sway” as you rumble and thrash along…and hang on tight folks. (Elephants are very sure-footed animals). Then experience 15 minutes Ox-Cart riding back to the camp. A Buffet lunch is provided at the restaurant inside the camp. After lunch, enjoy about an hour Bamboo rafting trip on the placid Mae Tang River. Usually glide along during a Summer time when the river is quite shallow. Relax & enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tang River. Finish a rafting trip and Further to the Orchid Farm on route back to the city. Stop at an Orchid Nursery and Butterfly Farm filled with more than 50 different varieties of gorgeous orchid blooms in a dazzling array of colures. There is a superb collection of exotic butterflies to dazzle and bewitch you. 15h15 Transfer back to town and return to the hotel. Tour 04: Full Day Experience Elephant Riding & Bamboo Rafting Tour Private tour Join tour 1 pax 2-3 pax 4-5 pax 6-8 pax (SIC) 4,200 3,000 2,300 2,000 1,700 *Tour price per person in Thai Baht REMARK: Timing is approximately and program can be change or switch without prior notice depend on local conditions. TOUR INCLUDES: 1. Transportation: Van, Elephant Ride, Ox-Cart Ride & Bamboo Raft 2. English speaking Guide 3. Admission fees as mentioned 4. Meal: 01 lunch at the camp บจก.ไทยทราเวล อินโฟเซอร์วิส เลขที 3455 อาคาร ทีทีซี พาร์ค ทาวเวอร์ ชั;น 3, 4 ถ.พระราม 9 สวนหลวง กรุงเทพฯ 10250 Tel: +66-02-171-9999 Fax: +66-02-1719000 rd th Thai Travel Info Service Ltd. 3455, TTC Park Tower 3 -4 Floor, Rama 9 Rd., Suanluang, Bangkok 10240 www.ThaitravelCenter.com Tour: FULL DAY DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK TOUR Code: TOUR 05 Daily: 08.30 – 17.00 08h30 Lying south of Chiang Mai, the granite mass of Doi Inthanon, 8,500 feet above sea level, is the highest summit in the country. Doi Inthanon is the tail of Himalaya mountain range, designated as a national park, the moist natural environment is a paradise for birds as it has almost 400 species, animals, flowers and faunas. After a final steep climb, the summit is surprisingly flat though misty, cool and breezy. Walk shortly to see a small Stupa contains the remains of Chao Inthawichayanon the last independent ruler of Chiang Mai who died in 1897 after Lanna Kingdom was combined to be a part of Siam. Enjoy exploring around Ang-Kha Nature Trail at the highest peak viewing beautiful Fern & Moss as well as White & Red Rhododendrons (bloom only during Jan – Feb).