Thu., May 3 - Depart the US:
Afternoon
departure on Singapore Airlines from San Francisco.
Sat., May 5
– Morning arrival Bangkok.
Sun., - Wed., May 6 – 9 – Bangkok:
Attend the Rotary International Convention. No Howard Tours’ events are
scheduled in deference to the Convention activities.
Thu., May 10 - Bangkok/Chiang Rai:
Morning flight to Chiang Rai. Upon arrival, we will have lunch before we
begin our afternoon city sightseeing that includes the monument of King
Mengrai, Ku Phra Chao Mengrai, Wat Phrasing, handicraft center, etc. Our
accommodations are at the
Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort,
with daily breakfasts included. Dinner will be provided as a tour
service.
Fri., May 11 - Chiang Rai/Golden Triangle:
Today
enjoy an all day sightseeing program to the Golden Triangle, including
visits to Akha and Yaol hill tribes the ruins at Chiang Saen, and the Mae
Sai Market. Lunch will be provided as a tour service. This evening is
free for individual enjoyment.

Sat., May 12 - Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai:
Depart by
motorcoach for all day sightseeing en route to Chiang Rai. During our
travels, we will visit
Wat Rong
Khun, known as the “White Temple.” Lunch will be provided en route. Upon
arrival, we check into our accommodations at the
Le Meridien Chiang Mai Hotel,
with daily breakfasts included. Dinner will be provided as a tour
service.
Sun., May 13 - Chiang Mai:
This
morning, we visit the mountain temple of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep and a
visit to a Meo hill tribe village and its people. Lunch will be provided
as a tour service before we return to the hotel for a free afternoon and
evening. Today would be an ideal time to explore Chiang Mai, perhaps
visit the night market or just relax at the hotel.
Mon., May 14 – Chiang
Mai:
Today we
visit to a working elephant camp in Mae Sa, followed by a visit to a
magnificent orchid farm. We then enjoy lunch, before we visit the
handicraft village of Stankhampaeng. Tonight is a special Khan Toke
dinner.
Tue., May 15 - Chiang Mai/Singapore:
Morning flight to Bangkok, where we connect with our flight to Singapore.
Our accommodations are at the deluxe
Marina Mandarin Hotel,
including daily breakfasts. The evening is free for your individual
enjoyment of this exciting city. We suggest you might eat at one of the
many restaurants on Clark Quay.
Wed. May 16 - Singapore:
This morning, our city sightseeing will include a drive through the Civic
District before stopping at Merlion Park. We continue to Mt. Farber for a
view of the city, before our visit to the National Orchid garden. Free
afternoon and evening so that you have time to shop, continue to explore
the city and enjoy the incredible range of cuisines that are available.
Thu., May 17 - Singapore:
This morning, we drive to the Sultan state of Johore, in Malaysia. Our
trip will include visits to the Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, the handicraft
market and Kampong. We return to Singapore for a free afternoon and
evening.
Fri., May 18 - Singapore/Hong Kong:
This
morning, we fly to the cosmopolitan city of Hong Kong, where out
accommodations will be at the new
Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui,
including daily breakfasts.
Sat., May 19 - Hong Kong:
This morning, we depart for a half day sightseeing tour of Hong Kong
Island, including the Wanchai and Central districts, a ride on the tram to
Victoria Peak, and visits to Repulse Bay and Stanley Market before
returning to the hotel. This afternoon and evening are free so that you
have time to shop, get fitted for tailored clothing, or enjoy fine dining.
Sun., May 20 – Hong Kong:
Today is
free for your individual enjoyment and pursuits.
Mon., May 21 – Hong Kong/Depart for Home:
Evening
flight to return to San Francisco. Arrive the same day you leave Hong
Kong.