Thailand Tour , March 5

We meet at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal approximately three hours before the flight time with our valued guests. After completing baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we take our seats on the scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Bangkok. Our journey towards Bangkok will continue throughout the night and the overnight will be on the plane.

After arriving in Bangkok, we complete passport and baggage procedures and meet our waiting private vehicle. We then begin a panoramic city tour to discover Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and one of Southeast Asia’s liveliest cities. During the tour, we see the Golden Buddha Temple, Parliament House, Democracy Monument and Royal Avenue. We later visit Wat Pho Temple, one of Bangkok’s important religious and cultural landmarks. With its architecture and 46-metre-long Reclining Buddha statue, Wat Pho is one of the country’s most visited sites. During our temple visit, we have the opportunity to see this work up close. After our tour, we have free time before returning to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

BANGKOK - PATTAYA After breakfast, we set off for the Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour, one of the city's most colourful and authentic experiences, where we will closely explore Bangkok's traditional way of life and unique cultural fabric. At these traditional markets, which have become one of the important symbols of Thai culture, we have the opportunity to closely observe the lively trade life set up over the canals. Local vendors selling from wooden boats reflect the unique atmosphere of the region with tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, local delicacies, handmade souvenirs and traditional products. Our guests can examine the products they wish and have the opportunity to shop here. During our tour, we discover the traditional Thai houses lined along the canals, the vivid scenes of daily life and the region's distinctive cultural fabric. Afterwards, we visit the world-famous Maeklong Railway Market, with its stalls set up right on the train tracks. At this fascinating spot, considered one of Thailand's most unusual markets, we witness an extraordinary example of daily life.

PATTAYA After breakfast, we set off to visit Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and the Crocodile Farm, among Pattaya's most important tourist attractions. Recognised as one of the world's most impressive botanical gardens, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden offers visitors a visual feast with its tropical vegetation, colourful flower gardens and carefully designed landscaped areas. While strolling through the themed sections of the garden, we have the chance to get to know Thailand's natural riches up close and capture wonderful photo moments among exotic plants, impressive cactus gardens and palm trees. Continuing our tour, we visit the Crocodile Farm, one of Pattaya's fascinating spots. Here, we have the opportunity to observe different species of crocodiles in environments close to their natural habitats and learn about the lives of these impressive creatures. After this enjoyable excursion, where we get to know Thailand's exotic nature and the region's distinctive way of life more closely, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast, we transfer to Bangkok Airport and take our flight to Phuket with a local airline. Following our arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour to explore Phuket Island, one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destinations. We first visit Wat Chalong Temple, one of the island’s important religious centres, and learn more about this site, an important symbol of Thai culture and Buddhist belief. We then see the Phuket Big Buddha and admire the surrounding scenery from its commanding location overlooking the island’s natural landscape. We continue by exploring Phuket Old Town, known for its colourful streets, historic buildings and examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture. Among its historic buildings, charming cafés and lively streets, we experience the area’s distinctive atmosphere and see a different side of Phuket. Throughout the city tour, we discover the island’s natural beauty, vibrant lifestyle and tropical atmosphere while observing its modern character alongside its traditional fabric. On the return journey, we stop briefly at Karon Viewpoint, one of Phuket’s important scenic viewpoints.

PHUKET After breakfast, we set off for the Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch, one of the most popular destinations in Thailand and the Andaman Sea. Famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, pristine white beaches, and striking limestone cliffs rising from the sea like a painting, this unique archipelago offers visitors postcard-perfect scenery. On this unforgettable journey, where we will meet the purest form of tropical nature, a unique atmosphere greets us with the perfect harmony of sea and sky. Throughout the tour, as we explore the natural beauties of the Phi Phi Islands up close, we also have the opportunity to go snorkeling and observe the fascinating underwater world of the Andaman Sea, accompanied by colorful coral reefs, tropical fish gliding through crystal-clear waters, hidden coves, and turquoise lagoons. After the lunch included in the tour, we continue to enjoy a pleasant time on the beaches lined with palm trees and amid the impressive beauties offered by nature. At the end of the day, we complete this enjoyable excursion, which will leave lasting memories with its deep blue sea, dazzling coral formations, and colorful marine life, and return to our hotel.

After breakfast, we depart to explore James Bond Island, one of Thailand’s best-known natural attractions, with lunch included. The island gained international recognition after appearing in one of the world-famous James Bond films and is now among the region’s most visited sites for its rock formations and scenery. As we travel with views of the Andaman Sea, we admire limestone cliffs rising from the water and landscapes shaped by tropical nature. During the tour, a Sea Canoeing experience allows us to discover the area’s natural beauty more closely and spend time among the rock formations. We have the opportunity to explore James Bond Island, known for its natural landscape and scenic photography opportunities. After our included lunch, we continue experiencing the island’s distinctive atmosphere. Following our time at this destination, one of Thailand’s symbols, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After our breakfast in Sabah, we transfer to Phuket Airport and fly by local airline to Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival, we set out on a panoramic city tour to get to know Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, up close. Blending modern architecture with a historic atmosphere and serving as a meeting point of different cultures and lifestyles, Kuala Lumpur — with its rich cultural heritage and striking structures — is one of Southeast Asia's most remarkable cities. During our city tour, the places to be seen panoramically include the historic Merdeka Square, where Malaysia declared its independence; the National Mosque, one of the country's most important places of worship; the Heroes' Monument, which sheds light on the nation's history; the Sultan Palace (viewed from the outside), the official residence of the Malaysian Royal Family; the colourful streets and lively ambience of Chinatown; and the Kuala Lumpur Tower, one of the city's landmarks. Throughout the tour, we have the chance to closely observe Kuala Lumpur's modern skyscrapers, historic structures, and the lifestyle where diverse ethnic cultures come together, and to capture unforgettable photos at the city's most important spots.

After breakfast, we depart for a tour of the Batu Caves, one of Kuala Lumpur’s important religious and cultural landmarks. Set within limestone formations approximately 130 million years old, the Batu Caves are among Malaysia’s most visited attractions for their natural setting and spiritual atmosphere. During the tour, we see the friendly monkeys greeting us at the cave entrance before visiting the Hindu Temple inside the cave. We have the opportunity to examine the architecture of this sacred site, home to one of the world’s largest statues of the god Murugan. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

KUALA LUMPUR - ISTANBUL We complete our very early morning check-out procedures and transfer to Bangkok Airport with our private vehicle waiting for us. (Our breakfast will be provided by the hotel as a packed breakfast Breakfast Box.) We take our seats on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight to Istanbul. Arrival at Istanbul Airport local time and end of our tour.