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South Sea Explorer – Free style
Departure day : Daily
Validity : 01 November 2011 – 31 October 2012
Applicable for : No minimum number
Itinerary : Lush tropical islands‚ palm–fringed beaches‚ coral reefs teeming with colourful marine life‚ picturesque fishing villages and a remote national park – all await your exploration. The program gives you options to explore not only the underwater world along the southern coastline but also the favourite diving spots of Ko Tao and the remote waters of the Angthong National Marine Park.
Province : Bangkok???Chumporn???Suratthani
 
 

Day 1 - Bangkok to Chumphon ( -/-/- )

Morning transfer to the railway station for the air-conditioned day train to Chumphon, departing at approximately 07:45 hrs.

Arrive Chumphon at approximately 14:15 hrs. and then transfer to Chumphon Cabana Resort & Diving Center for overnight. The resort is famous for its environmentally-friendly tourist concepts, and offers various optional activities including a tour around the resort’s organic farm, nightly boat trips for squid catching or to see amazing clusters of fire flies.

Day 2 - Chumphon ( B/L/- )

A free day to choose your own optional activities according to your own budget and preferences.

Suggestion: A boat trip to explore the underwater world of Ko Ngam Yai, Ko Ngam Noi and the swallow bird’s nest concessions in the islands.

Day 3 - Chumphon to Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Transfer to the pier for the boat to Ko Tao. Arrive at about 10.00 and check in to the bungalow accommodation. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Days 4-5, Ko Tao ( B/-/- )

Days free to choose your own optional activities according to your own budget and preferences.

Suggestion: you may join a trip to Ko Nang Yuan for snorkeling and explore the coral close off the beaches while divers can take some day-time dives and should try to get at least 1 night dive.

Day 6 - Ko Tao to Ko Samui ( B/-/- )

Transfer to the pier for the ferry to Ko Samui via Ko Pha-Ngan.

Upon arrival in Ko Samui, transfer to the resort for overnight.

Day 7 - Angthong National Marine Park ( B/L/- )

Morning transfer to the pier for the speed boat to Angthong National Marine Park. Enjoy the scenery of the more than 40 islands in the Gulf of Thailand. Stops will be made for snorkeling and also at Ko Mae-Ko for a stunning view of the inland lake before continuing to Ko Wua-Ta-Lap, for lunch and then return to Ko Samui. The island offers excellent opportunities to explore the expansive coral reefs, canoe along the coast, trek up into the hills for scenic view points and cave exploring, or just swim in its crystal-clear blue waters. The option to overnight on the island at the national park is available upon request.

Day 8 - Ko Samui ( -/-/- )

At leisure to relax on the fine white sandy beach or visit the beautiful waterfalls of the island.

Day 9 - Ko Samui ( B/-/- )
End of services after breakfast.

Price :

Trip Schedule Price US$, P/P  High season Compulsory Dinner reservation
Date Price Date Price
Standard class 01 Nov 11
to 31 Oct 12
Adult - US$ 617
Child rate: 75%


Remark :
 

§ We offer for the same price the option to travel by overnight train. Then you will travel a day earlier and be in Chumphon on Day 1 in the early morning. Check in time is still at 12.00 hrs.

§ Not recommend during November until mid of December as its monsoon period.


Services included in the price :
 

§ Accommodation: Hotel accommodation throughout the tour is based on 2 persons in twin-bedded room on B/B basis. Accommodation in Chumphon & Samui is air-conditioned, with fanned room in Ko Tao. All rooms are with attached bath and toilet.

§ Meals: Meals as specified in the program.

§ Transport:  Transfers in Bangkok and Ko Samui by air-conditioned transport. None air-conditioned transportation or pick-up truck for round-trip transfer in Ko Tao. 2nd class air-conditioned day train (or night train with sleeping berth) from Bangkok to Chumphon. Ferry crossing Chumphon – Ko Tao, Ko Tao – Ko Samui.

§ Misc:  Park entrance fee at Angthong National park. Services of an English-speaking guide only during the boat trips.


Services not included in the price:
 

§ Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.

§ Tips for guide and drivers / Personal expenses.

§ Escorting guide on the train and during overnight in the park.


Preferred accommodation list:
 

Standard class

Chumphon – Chumphon Cabana Resort & Diving Center (Standard Building)

Ko Tao - Ko Tao Resort (Standard air-con)

Samui – The Island Resort & Spa  (Deluxe bungalow)

 

 
 

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EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL CENTER CO.,LTD.
21/8 Krungthonburi Road, Klongtonsai, Klongsan, Bangkok 10600, Thailand.
Tel: 02-440-1979, Fax: 66-2-440-1989 to 90 E-mail : ETC Email
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Appreciation to Tourism Authority of Thailand. Some of the photographs in this website are provided with the compliments of those who have joined our trips, Mr. Laurence Nelson, Mr. Soren Hammer and the Tourism Authority of Thailand .