Heart of Asia

Asia's scenic and cultural highlights

Included Highlights

• All domestic airfares included within Asia

• Accommodations throughout

• 14 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L)

• Singapore - learn the art of Feng Shui, visit and learn about traditional spices and cooking skills.

• Phuket - visit "James Bond Island"

• Chiang Mai - learn about the hill tribes and see the elephants at work

• Bangkok - visit the temples and palaces of this spectacular city

• Hong Kong - experience the subtle mix of eastern and western cultures.

Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA
Depart on your odyssey to Singapore aboard your selected airline.

Day 2 Singapore
You are welcomed on arrival and transferred to your hotel.

Accommodations, 3 nights:
Deluxe Grand Hyatt Singapore
Superior Marina Mandarin Hotel

Day 3 Singapore
The Dutch were first, followed by the British to fight for the command of one of the most exotic trading routes for spices in the world. During this tour, you will walk through a spice garden, explore Little India's narrow streets before heading to the markets to see local women jostle for the freshest food. The final stop is Chinatown, where the Chinese secret of keeping healthy and young the traditional way is revealed. Lunch is at a local restaurant. After lunch, learn about the age old practice of Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese practice of harnessing the power of nature to promote business and one's general well-being. (B,L) Welcome to Toronto e s c o r t s guide featuring independent companions.

Day 4 Singapore
Today we visit the at-sunrice cooking school. Using fresh herbs and spices, we will learn tips and tricks from a seasoned master and pick up new skills, new recipes and new friends from this enjoyable session. Conclude it with a wonderful meal that you have helped prepare. frontier. Continue to the Ming Tombs and dine tonight on delicious Peking Duck. (B,L,SD)

Day 5 Singapore/Phuket
We transfer this morning for the 90 minute flight to Phuket. (B)

Accommodations, 2 nights:
Deluxe Le Meridien
Superior Arcadia Hotel

Day 6 Phuket
Today we enjoy full day out to visit the two most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea, a perfect combination tour for those who have limited time to explore this area. Enjoy an hour ride on a speed boat to the most famous island in Asia, Phi Phi. Discover the fantastic landscapes of 'Maya Bay' now famous due to the new film called 'The Beach'. Enjoy a great lunch at a beachside on Phi Phi Island, after which we have time at a secluded beach for swimming, snorkeling and sun bathing. (B,L) We have the finest innovative smoking glass pipe at stock.

Day 7 Phuket
Today is at leisure in Phuket, offering not only a magnificent coastline where beaches range from gentle crescents of white powdery sand to rocky headlands pounded by raging surf; but also forested mountains, lovely waterfalls and parks. (B)

Day 8 Phuket/Bangkok/Chiang Mai
We fly from Phuket to Chiang Mai (connecting in Bangkok. (B)

Accommodations, 2 nights:
Deluxe The Westin
Superior Orchid Hotel

Day 9 Chiang Mai
Today we journey to see the elephants at work. We will see the delicacy and preciseness of such gigantic creatures in action. For a small fee, the adventurous can also enjoy the short but unforgettable elephant ride! Afterwards we stop at the beautiful Mae Sa Waterfall, as well as one of the region's orchid farms before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. We then visit a Meo hilltribe to observe their simple way of life. This is followed by a visit to the most sacred temple in the north, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (A.D.1384), containing a holy relic of Lord Buddha, with a challenging flight of over 300 steps. Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure (B,L) inversiones en bolsa

Day 10 Chiang Mai/Bangkok
This morning we fly to Bangkok and transfer to our hotel for time at leisure. (B)

Accommodations, 3 nights:
Deluxe Grand Hyatt
Superior Holiday Inn Park View

Day 11 Bangkok
This morning we visit The Grand Palace complex, which includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, unquestionably one of the wonders of the world today. Within its enormous grounds is the most exotic Buddhist temple and at the heart of the temple itself is a fabulous Buddha image, carved from one piece of Jade, which is the holiest and most revered of religious objects in Thailand today. We then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before a cruise by motorboat along the Chao Phya River and canals on the West side of Bangkok. Life along the river and canals is very interesting especially in the Orchid area. The trip also stops at the Temple of Dawn "Wat Arun" which is one of the city's landmarks and we also visit the Royal Barge. Return to the hotel late afternoon. (B,L)

Day 12 Bangkok
Today is at leisure in Bangkok for optional tours or shopping. (B)

Day 13 Bangkok/Hong Kong
We fly to Hong Kong and transfer to our chosen accommodation. Hong Kong is one of the world's great cities. Its sophistication in food and lodging, combined with an exciting urban pace, quality shopping, and its proximity to mainland China all offer wide variety for the visitor. (B) 

Accommodations, 3 nights:
Deluxe Hotel Inter-Continental
Superior New World Renaissance

Day 14 Hong Kong
Today we cross the world-renowned Victoria Harbor via the cross-harbor tunnel. We drive by Wanchai to reach Victoria Peak for a breath-taking view of the bustling harbor, Hong Kong Island and Kowloon as far as the eye can see. From Victoria Peak, the tour continues to Aberdeen village to see the many fishing junks and floating restaurants moored there, en route passing by the scenic resort areas of repulse Bay and Deep Water Bay. The tour will continue with a visit to Hong Kong's largest gem factory where artists are at work to create some of the best prize winning designs using semi precious dances performed by the city's finest artists. (B)

Day 15 Hong Kong
The day is yours to shop or perhaps venture out on optional excursions to Kowloon, Macau, the outer islands, night markets, or other favorites of this exciting region. Bestours staff will be on-hand to offer recommendations and assist with your plans. (B)

Day 16 Hong Kong/USA
Bid farewell to Hong Kong as you transfer to the Airport for your departure on your selected airline to the United States. (B)

Pricing & Departures

Add $100 to the Land Price if tour package does not include Transpacific airfare.  Land prices are inclusive of domestic airfares within China

Prices listed above are based on departures from Los Angeles, for add-on pricing from other cities within the US please see our Special Add-On Cities.