Magnificent Thailand’s Pearls 7 Nights - Turkish Airlines on May 1 (May 1 Special)

Day 1 Istanbul – Phuket Meet 3 hours before departure at the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. (It is necessary to be at the airport the evening before the scheduled departure date.) After completing baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart from Phuket at 01:40 on Turkish Airlines flight TK172. Arrive in Phuket at 15:20 local time, then transfer to the hotel and enjoy free time. In the evening, guests who wish can participate in an extra organized open buffet dinner and splendid Fantasea Show tour (€75). We will dine first in this Thai cultural theme park, built on a 60-acre area. After dinner, explore the park and watch a fantastic program in the 1600-seat giant show area prepared at a 270-degree angle. After this wonderful night, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 Phuket After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time. Guests who wish can participate in an extra organized speedboat lunch and grand James Bond Island tour (€85). During the journey by speedboat, you will see the iconic limestone karsts and their reflections in turquoise waters. Named after the filming location of one of the James Bond movies, "The Man with the Golden Gun," you will have the opportunity to visit filming sites and sets, swim and dive in the island’s clear waters, and shop at local markets. After lunch at a local restaurant on the island, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Phuket After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time. Guests who wish can participate in an extra organized speedboat lunch and stunning Phi Phi Islands tour (€85). Comprising two islands, Ko Phi Phi Don and Ko Phi Phi Lee, these archipelagos gained fame from Leonardo DiCaprio’s film "The Beach." During the tour, guests can snorkel, relax in attractive coves, or enjoy tropical paradise. After lunch at a local restaurant on the island, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Phuket – Bangkok – Pattaya After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Phuket airport. After a short flight of about 1 hour, arrive in Bangkok, then depart for Pattaya by our private vehicle, approximately 2 hours away. Our first stop will be the Jewelry Museum, where valuable gems, diamonds, antique jewelry, and various precious objects are displayed. After the museum, guests can join an extra organized tour of the Magnificent Million-Year-Old Stone Park, Crocodile Farm, and Elephant Safari (€60). The park features volcanic stones and giant bonsai trees, and you will then visit the crocodile farm to watch daring performances and tour the zoo with many animals, including taking photos with tigers. After a brief information session about elephants, enjoy a safari riding elephants through a natural village and forest environment. Afterward, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 Pattaya After breakfast at the hotel, guests can join an optional extra organized tour of the Speedboat Lunch and Magnificent Coral Island Tour (€60). On this island known for its coral reefs, guests will have the chance to swim, snorkel with vibrant sea life, and relax on the white sandy beaches with turquoise waters. Lunch is served at a local restaurant on the island. Afterward, transfer back to the hotel. Guests who wish can participate in an extra organized Alcazar Show tour (€30). One of the most famous cabaret shows in Asia, offering stunning performances and costumes, enjoy a lively program and surprise treats after the show. Transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Pattaya – Bangkok After breakfast, depart for Bangkok. Upon arrival, start our city tour with a private vehicle to explore Thailand’s lively capital and a major cultural center of Southeast Asia. During the tour, visit the Golden Buddha Temple, Flower Market, Chinatown, Parliament Building, and Democracy Monument. Experience both Bangkok’s exotic charm and modernity, and gain a deeper appreciation of Buddhism’s influence on Thailand. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and enjoy free time. Guests may choose to join an optional extra organized night tour of the Majestic Asiatique Riverfront Market (€10). Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, this modern shopping and entertainment complex offers a blend of traditional Thai culture and contemporary shopping, dining, and entertainment. It is a favorite hangout spot and one of Bangkok’s tourist attractions. Afterward, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 7 Bangkok After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time. Guests can join optional tours of the colorful Floating Market (€50) and Bangkok Canals Tour (€30). The Floating Market experience includes visiting coconut farms, the famous Tik Tree workshop, and shopping at narrow canals with local vendors. During the return journey, enjoy fresh tropical fruits, coconuts, and pancakes. After the tours, return to the hotel. Finish the day at leisure and prepare for departure. Day 8 Bangkok – Istanbul After early check-out procedures, transfer to the airport at the designated time. After completing baggage and ticket procedures, depart from Bangkok at 22:45 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 69. Arrive in Istanbul at 05:15 local time, concluding our tour.