Your Thai Sun Escape starts with a short stay in the always exciting capital city, Bangkok which will give you a flavour of the country as a whole before you head off to Phuket, our resort of choice.

Bangkok, the Thai capital since 1782, is a national treasure house. Major attractions include Buddhist temples, palaces, floating markets, "Venice of the East" canal scenes, classical dancing performances, legendary nightlife, and numerous shops selling Thai silk, gemstones, bronze and pewter ware. No wonder Thais call this exotic city "The City of Angels."

Phuket is Thailand's largest island lying off the country's south-west coast connected to the mainland by a bridge. Imagine a combination of long white sandy beaches, an azure sea and a backdrop of forested hillsides to delight the senses. The area is surrounded by small exotic islands, some of which can be easily visited on excursions. Watersports abound and for the scuba diver or snorkeller, this is a haven waiting to be explored and, what's more, Phuket boasts the best seafood in Thailand.

Days 1 - 2. Depart North America on Cathay Pacific en route for Hong Kong. Cross the international dateline and "lose" a calendar day which is regained on the return trip.

Day 3. Arrive Bangkok. Connect in Hong Kong in the morning for your flight to Bangkok. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the next 3 nights. Welcome to Thailand.

Days 4 and 5. Bangkok. Visit the famous Grand Palace and its colourful temples including the reclining Buddha. The remainder of the day and Thursday are free to explore Bangkok further.

Days 6 - 12. Bangkok to Samui. A short flight to this beautiful island. Transfer to the hotel of your choice for the next 7 nights. Enjoy your Thai Sun Escape. Relax, swim, explore the island or take excursions, which can be arranged by our local representatives. Snorkelling and Scuba Diving can also easily be arranged locally.

Day 13. Samui to North America. Transfer to Phuket airport for your flight to Bangkok where you connect to your flight to North America via Hong Kong.

Moderate - Twin Towers – Bangkok / Fair House Beach Resort - Samui

First Class - Century Park Hotel - Bangkok / Nora Beach Resort - Samui

Deluxe - Dusit Thani Hotel - Bangkok / Santiburi Dusit - Samui