Day 01 : USA - Hong Kong

Our Asia vacation starts as we check in for the international flight bound for Bangkok.
 DAILY MEAL  
 

Day 02 : Enroute

Due to time difference and travel time, the day is spent onboard the jetliner. The plane traverses the Pacific Ocean, crossing the international date line.
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Day 03 : Hong Kong - Bangkok

Upon arriving in Hong Kong, we board a connecting flight to Bangkok, also known as the "City of Angels." After baggage retrieval and clearing customs, the group is met by the Ritz representative and transferred to the hotel. Tonight, we attend a Thai Classical Dance Welcome Dinner Show.
 DAILY MEAL   (DS)
 

Day 04 : Bangkok

After breakfast, we visit and admire the royal splendor of the Grand Palace and Coronation Hall. Buddhism is one of the cornerstones of Thai culture and it influences can be felt and admired as we visit the Emerald Buddha Temple. After visiting the Gems Factory, the rest of the afternoon is free at leisure.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L)
 

Day 05 : Bangkok

Today, we explore the world famous Damnern Saduak Floating Market on Bangkok's timeless klongs (canals). The afternoon is free at leisure. Some of us may choose to take an optional excursion to the Rose Garden.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L)
 

Day 06 : Bangkok - Golden Triangle - Chiang Rai

After breakfast at the hotel, we fly to Chiang Rai. Proceed to Chang Saen, the old capital of the Lanna Kingdom. Continue our journey to the Golden Triangle, the famous meeting point of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. In the afternoon, we visit Mae Sai, the northernmost town in Thailand. Return later in the day to Chiang Rai and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, DH)
 

Day 07 : Chiang Rai - Chiang Ma

We leave Chiang Rai for Chiang Mai, the largest city in northern Thailand. After lunch, our tour visits the historic Doi Suthep Temple located some 3500 ft above sea level as well as the Holy Pagoda containing the relics of Lord Buddha. An evening Khantoke Lanna Dinner Show is provided for our enjoyment.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, DS)
 

Day 08 : Chiang Mai

This morning's agenda has us observing the elephants at work in the jungle. Afterwards, we visit the famous Chiang Dao Cape. After lunch, the group continues on to the exciting Thai Handicraft Village, Sankhempeng Factories of silk and cotton handweaving, and Borsang, a village famous for its umbrellas and primitive paper making.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, D)
 

Day 09 : Chiang Mai - Bangkok - Singapore

With our delightful exploration of Thailand complete, we travel by motorcoach back to Bangkok to catch a flight to Singapore, the "Lion City." Today, it is famous for its old world charms and new world appeals. After check in to the hotel, the rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB,L)
 

Day 10 : Singapore

Our sightseeing tour today includes visits to the Merlion Statue with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. We also visit the beautiful Botanical Garden, whose feature attraction is the national orchid garden, the largest collection of its kind in the world . After lunch, we visit Chinatown.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L)
 

Day 11 : Singapore - Malacca

Today we leave Singapore for Malaysia. Our destination is Malacca located in the southern peninsula of Malaysia and its second largest state. With a population of roughly 600,000, Malacca is a city rich in culture. Upon arrival, we begin our city tour which indlues a Trishaw Ride. Dinner is served at the hotel this evening.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, DH)
 

Day 12 : Malacca - Kuala Lumpur

It is traditionally believed that the history of Malaysia began with the founding of Malacca in 1400 by Parameswara, a Sumatran Prince. It was once a small fishing village that grew under the Malacca Sultanate to become an important trading center in the far east. Our city tour continues with visits to the Dutch Square, Porta de Santiago, St. Paul's Church, Cheng Hoong Teng Temple, Baba & Nyonya Heritage, and Sam Poh Well. Later in the afternoon, continue on to Kuala Lumpur by motorcoach. Upon arrival, we enjoy a traditional Malay dinner along with a Cultural Dance Performance.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, DS)
 

Day 13 : Kuala Lumpur

Founded in 1857, Kuala Lumpur is the legislative capital of Malaysia and also its largest city.the famous landmark which holds distinction as being the world's largest twin towers. We'll also spend some time at the nearby KLCC Shopping Mall. Dinner is an international buffet at the Kuala Lumpur Revolving Restaurant.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB, L, D)
 

Day 14 : Kuala Lumpur - Hong Kong

Transfer to the airport to board a flight to Hong Kong. Known as the "Jewel of the Orient," Hong Kong is also regarded as the shopping capital of Asia. We're met by the Ritz Tours Hong Kong representative and transferred to the hotel. No activities have been planned for today.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB)
 

Day 15 : Hong Kong

A half day city tour takes us to visit such famous points of interest as Stanley Market, Repulse Bay, and Aberdeen's Floating Community. A cable car ride up to Victoria Peak to take in the gorgeous birds-eye view of Hong Kong and its harbor is also provided. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
 DAILY MEAL   (AB)
 

Day 16 : Hong Kong - USA

Our Asia vacation is at an end all too soon as we board our homebound international jetliner.
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Pricing

Departure - Return

Los Angeles
(LAX)

San Francisco
(SFO)

New York
(JFK)

Single
Supplement

International
Air Taxes

3/22/2007 - 4/6/2007

$ 1999.00

$ 1999.00

$ 2099.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

4/12/2007 - 4/27/2007

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

5/10/2007 - 5/25/2007

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

6/7/2007 - 6/22/2007

$ 2299.00

$ 2299.00

$ 2399.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

7/5/2007 - 7/20/2007

$ 2299.00

$ 2299.00

$ 2399.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

8/2/2007 - 8/17/2007

$ 2299.00

$ 2299.00

$ 2399.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

9/6/2007 - 9/21/2007

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

10/4/2007 -10/19/2007

$ 2199.00

$ 2199.00

$ 2299.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

11/1/2007 -11/16/2007

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

11/22/2007 -12/7/2007

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

12/6/2007 -12/21/2007

$ 2299.00

$ 2299.00

$ 2399.00

$ 700.00

$ 260.00

12/27/2007 -1/11/2008

$ 2299.00

$ 2299.00

$ 2399.00

$ 700.00

$ 260.00

1/24/2008 - 2/8/2008

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

2/21/2008 - 3/8/2008

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00

3/20/2008 - 4/4/2008

$ 2099.00

$ 2099.00

$ 2199.00

$ 600.00

$ 260.00