Koh Sichang (from Bangkok) Tour

Trip Description : The real Thailand is still here, and closer than you think... Here you can talk to friendly natives, swim in clean water, breathe fresh air, sunbathe in a truly quiet cove and eat superlative seafood, far from the tourist herds: Ko Sichang

Destination	:	Thailand (Pattaya)
Start City	:	Bangkok
End City	:	Bangkok
Tour Type	:	Private
Duration	:	Full Day
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Tour Rating	:
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Tour Grade	:	Easy Moderate Strenuous
Operated by	:	Oriental Escape Ltd.

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The island of Koh Sichang is situated 45 minutes ferry ride off Sriracha in the Gulf of Thailand. It is the nearest island to Bangkok, and as such is used as a retreat by many of the city’s residents.

Koh Sichang was once the summer residence of H.M. King Chulalongkorn, Rama V during the nineteenth century. His house, Gardens and Shrine are well maintained to this day, and are certainly worth a visit.

Koh Sichang is refreshingly low on tourists and offers a tranquil atmosphere to relax you after the rigors of Bangkok. However , the Island does attract many Chinese, for Chinese New Year especially, who come to the Island for visit the temple Saan Chao Pho Khao Yai (shrine of the father Spirit of the Great Hill). Caves to the rear of the Temple are full of religious statues and artifacts.

ITINERARY

06:00 hrs	Meet your English-speaking guide in the hotel’s lobby. Depart for Koh Sichang, located off the coast of the fishing town of Sri Racha, Chonburi province.
07:15 hrs	Depart from Pier to Koh Sichang. (45 minutes)
08:00 hrs	Hide local Tuk Tuk to visit : - Saan Chao Pho Khao Yai (shrine of the Father Spirit of The Great Hill). This Chinese Buddhist temple has to be one of the most interesting in Thailand. This temple has to be seen to be believed as it is built into a natural limestone cave and contains a very unusual statue of the Buddha. And then , you will see the Buddha’s Footprint that is located on the northern hill close to Saan Chao Pho Khao Yai. King Rama V had the footprint made from a sacred stone imported specially from Buddhagaya in India. The area also contains relics of the Buddha. - Chong Khao Khad experience the wonderful views from Khao Khad Bay Obervation point. - Phra Judhadhut Palace, King Rama V built this palace as a holiday resort for the Royal family. It is situated in beautiful landscaped, terraced gardens containing ponds, streams , fountains, caves and cliffs. It is located on the south side of the island. Take beautiful view at Assadan Bridge as the pier in King Rama V.
12:00 hrs	Lunch at local restaurant beside the beach at Haad Tham Phang. Relax, Swimming and free time at your leisure in quite beach in the afternoon.
15:00 hrs	Ferry back to mainland then transfer back to Bangkok City
17:00 hrs	Arrive your hotel in Bangkok.

RATES [Valid 01-NOV-2011 - 31-OCT-2012]

Service Type	Prices per person in Thai Baht
Service Type	1 pax	2 pax	3-4 pax	5-8 pax
Private Tour	5,400	3,000	2,250	1,900

Inclusions:

Private transfer from/to your hotel in Pattaya

Ferry tickets

Local transport around the island

All admission fees as mentioned in the program

Lunch

Exclusions:

Items of a personal nature

Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver

Child Policy:

For children under 3 years old will be Free of charge

For children 4-12 years old we charge 70% of adult price

For children over 13 years old we charge normal price

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