Funway Thailand 2008

The thriving city Chiang Mai is gateway to the hill tribe country of northern Thailand yet is only a ninety minutes flight from Bangkok. Ancient architecture, stunning temples, incredible scenery, distinctive cultures, customs and cuisine ensure this fascinating destination captivates the visitor. The famed Night Bazaar and myriad workshops, galleries and factory outlets around the city offer the opportunity to purchase unique and ornate works in silver, lace, wood and silk. The temples and antiquity all around give the visitor a glimpse into decades and centuries gone by. The temple of Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, perched high on the mountain above Chiang Mai, affords immense views across the city and feels somewhat mystical and closer to heaven. Intrepid visitors should venture out, trek, ride an elephant, white water raft and visit the Akha, Yao, Meo, Lahu, Karen and other hill tribe people for which the northern border areas are renowned. Must do’s are the fun and interesting northern style Khantoke Dinner and a visit to the Lampang Elephant School. including flights, 5 nights hotel, transfers all airport taxes & fuel surcharges holidays from £725 funway flexibility Have the holiday you want! Let us help you create the perfect trip to Thailand, tailor-made for you. Please see page’s 5 and 15 for twin, multicentre and locally escorted tours northern thailand Monthly Averages J FMAMJ 34 9 2 15 36 9 7 57 33 8 16 165 JASOND 30 5 23 9 226 31 6 19 224 30 7 13 9 125 9 29 8 6 41 Maximum Temperature (ºc) Sunshine Hours/Day Days with Rainfall Average Rainfall (mm) Average Humidity 28 9 2 9 32 10 1 6 31 6 19 9 137 31 5 21 165 28 8 9 3 12 9 chiang mai £15 per night from £46 per night from chiang mai daily excursions Home Industries & Handicraft San Kampaeng is famous for its range of cottage industries and handicrafts, including authentic Thai silk and cotton weaving. Nearby Bo-Sang village has many interesting items on display including decorative paper umbrellas; the Celadon kilns, with their traditional stoneware; lacquer ware; carved teakwood and jewelry and silverware factories are also included on this tour. Approx. duration 4hrs hotel to hotel, morning or afternoon. £8 per person. Kantary Hills ★★★★ Opened in 2008 and located in the lively University area of the city although close, by free shuttle, to the famed Night Market at the heart of Chiang Mai. Stunning mountain views, impressive décor, a great pool deck and unassuming Thai service are the hallmarks of this great value hotel. Accommodation Studios (sleep 3) with balcony, television, CD/DVD player, washing machine, hairdryer, safe and kitchenette. One bedroom Suites are larger and have separate living areas and kitchenettes. Facilities 153 rooms • Restaurant • Bar • Swimming Pool • Fitness Centre • Jacuzzi • Sauna • Steam Room • Gift Shop • FREE shuttle to Night Market DusitD2 ★★★★★ Just off the famous Chang Klan Road, in the heart of downtown, with the bustling night bazaar, restaurants and entertainment at its doorstep. The warm chic interior of contemporary Thai design is carried throughout the hotel to complement the antiquity of the city. Accommodation Deluxe room (sleep 3) with television, DVD player, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer and safe. Club Deluxe rooms include daily breakfast, limited free local calls and Internet use and use of the lounge. Facilities 131 rooms • Restaurant • Bar • Lounge • Swimming Pool • Spa • Fitness Centre • Business Centre Doi Suthep & Temples Drive through the historic city to the old city walls and the gate at Tapae, before continuing to Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep, home to a holy relic of Buddha. Built in AD384 and 3,500 feet above sea level there is a flight of over 300 steps to reach its summit. Visit Wat Suan Dok and Wat Jed Yod. Approx. duration 4hrs hotel to hotel, morning or afternoon. £11 per person. Khantoke Dinner Enjoy a traditional meal prepared in the Khantoke (northern Thailand) style, seated amongst floor cushions, whilst watching an evening of fascinating dance and performance. Finger, Sword and Candle dances, as well as the Ramwong, for which all quests will be invited to learn and participate in. There are Hill Tribe performances. Approx. duration 3hrs hotel to hotel, evening only. £8 per person. northern thailand Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle Journey overland, through the mountains and scenic valleys of hill tribe country, to Chiang Rai. En route visit the Wiang Pa Pao hot springs, the Yao and Akha villages at Mae Chan before reaching Mae Sai, on the border between Thailand and Burma. Visit the ‘Golden Triangle’, where the borders of Thailand, Burma and Laos meet, then Chiang Saen before returning to Chiang Mai. Approx. duration 12hrs hotel to hotel, including lunch. £33 per person. Elephant School & Lampoon Take the scenic mountain roads to Lampang, stopping at the Elephant Conservation Centre to see the elephants and take a ride into the jungle. After lunch travel to Lampoon, which dates back to AD 700. Wat Prathad Hariphunchai, the ruined Royal Palace, and Wat Jamathevi. Travel back then to Chiang Mai. Approx. duration 9hrs hotel to hotel, including lunch. £58 per person. Prices are per adult or child. Excursions operate on a seat in minivan basis with a minimum of two guests, and depart daily from your Funway hotel. • FREE Nights For every 2 nights paid receive 1 extra night FREE, valid 01 May31 Oct 08. Breakfast, £6 per person, payable on free nights • FREE Upgrade Stay 3 nights and receive a guaranteed upgrade to One Bedroom Suite, valid 01 Apr – 31 Oct 08. • FREE Nights Stay 2 nights in a deluxe room and receive up to 1 extra night FREE, valid 01 Apr-30 Sep 08 • Honeymooners Receive a guaranteed kingsize bed, a welcome fruit basket and a honeymoon cake in their room upon arrival, valid 01 Apr - 31 Oct 08 dates & prices Room & breakfast Studio One Bedroom Suite dates & prices Room & breakfast* Deluxe Club Deluxe thailand airport transfers Chiang Mai airport to hotel £3 Transfers are by shared minivan. minimum two passengers. Prices are per adult/child each way 01 Apr - 15 Apr 08 16 Apr - 30 Jun 08 01 Jul - 31 Aug 08 01 Sep - 31 Oct 08 01 Nov - 31 Dec 08 19 15 16 15 21 25 22 22 22 27 01 Apr - 30 Jun 08 01 Jul - 31 Aug 08 01 Sep - 30 Sep 08 01 Oct - 22 Dec 08 46 48 47 57 57 58 57 68 Prices are in £'s per person sharing a twin/double room. Single rooms are double the twin price. Third adult and child prices, if applicable, available on request. Prices are in £'s per person sharing a twin/double room. Single rooms are double the twin price. * Club rooms include other benefits. Third adult and child prices, if applicable, available on request. 14 travel agents - book online www.funway.co.uk http://www.funway.co.uk

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Funway Thailand 2008 Contents Getting to Thailand - EVA Airways & Etihad Airways Thailand Twin and Multi-Centre Tours by Air Bangkok Phuket Koh Samui Pattaya Hua Hin & Cha Am Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Locally Escorted Tours How to Contact Funway

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