Megatrip from Geneva across Thailand and Philippines for only €630!
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket, Singapore, Cebu, Palawan, Mindanao and Manila!
We’ve put together another fantastic trip across Southeast Asia! Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket, Singapore, Cebu, Palawan, Mindanao and Manila in one trip from Geneva for only €630!
Spectacular scenery, stunning tropical sunsets and warm sea awaits you at Asia’s most popular beach destination. Friendly, exotic, tropical, and historic Thailand attracts millions of visitors every year who are keen on admiring the beautiful sea coast and fantastic nature of this country.
Phuket, the largest Thai island, is very developed but it's a good base for plenty of beaches and islands of the Andaman Coast. It offers a rich variety of experiences – culture and fabulous food in Phuket City and intense nightlife in Patong. It also includes nice limestone karst formations of the Phang Nga Bay. Explore many hidden temples scattered around the island. Big Buddha, a 45 meter tall white marble statue on the peak of mount Nagakerd, is visible from anywhere in the southern part of Phuket. Bordering the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary offers a new home for rescued elephants that have suffered from working long hours in the tourism industry. This ethical sanctuary gives them a chance to enjoy as natural and peaceful environment as possible.
Take a ferry to Krabi and spend some time on Ao Nang Beach. Then head to the Railay Beach (Rai Leh) to admire rows of colourful longtail boats and jagged limestone cliffs. The islands on this part of the Thai coast are spread farther apart and you’ll have to allocate time to move around. You can go to the Phi Phi Islands to experience sleeping in Maya Bay, that was made famous by the film "The Beach" featuring Leonardo Di Caprio. Take a snorkelling speedboat trip to the picture-perfect Similan Islands, set 70km off the Thai coast at Andaman Sea. This national park offers idyllic, paradise beaches with fine white sand sloping gently into the crystal clear water. You can spend the night in a tent or bungalow on the island, or on the boat anchored just off the beach.
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To know more check Destination Fly4free: Coastal Thailand and Destination Fly4free: Inland Thailand >> and check Lonely Planet online shop >>.
If you want to enjoy Thailand without visiting the beach, head to one of its inland national parks. You’ll have the chance to discover the pristine landscapes. Visit Erawan National Park and enjoy its natural beauty and unspoiled wilderness. Climb up the Erawan Falls, explore the caves and bathe in the natural pools. Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park is notable for its limestone hills, 300 species of birds and the Phaya Nakhon Cave, that has a Buddhist temple inside.
Located near the Burmese border, Kaeng Krachan National Park and Kui Buri National Park are recognized as being the best destinations in Thailand for wildlife viewing. Khao Yai National Park, in the Sankamphaeng Mountain Range (central Thailand), is appealing to hikers, mountain climbers and wildlife lovers. The park is known for its grasslands, tropical forests and waterfalls, the largest being Haew Narok. Some of the animals you’re likely to see here include elephants, gibbons, monkeys and leopards. It's even possible to spot a tiger!
In the Philippines you will meet some of the happiest and friendliest people in the world, feel the sea breeze and hear the sound of crashing waves as you lay on a swinging hammock. This amazing destination offers pretty much everything you need: from the world class beaches to sunbathe, stunning mountains to hike, awesome waves to surf, along with caves and rice terraces to explore.
Head to Legazpi, in the south of Luzon Island, to see the perfect cone of the majestic Mayon Volcano (2,463 m) and the ruins of Cagsawa Church. 460 km north from Manila, you’ll find Banaue village, surrounded by rice fields of Batad. Going up and down the rice terraces in this breath-taking scenery is a truly unique experience! The fields were introduced around 2000 years ago by the Chinese.
In Bohol island, near Cebu, you’ll see the weirdest landscapes ever! The plain is dotted with more than 1260 so-called Chocolate Hills. In the dry season, the grass-covered geological formations turn chocolate brown. On the island of Bohol there’s also a tarsier sanctuary where you can come face to face with the world's smallest primate!
To find out more about Philippines click Destination Fly4free: the Philippines >>
Travel dates:
November – December 2018
Routing and sample dates:
Geneva – Chiang Mai Nov 17
Chiang Mai – Bangkok Nov 20
Bangkok – Phuket Nov 22
Phuket – Singapore Nov 28
Singapore – Cebu Nov 29
Cebu – Puerto Princesa Dec 4
Puerto Princesa – Davao Dec 11
Davao – Manila Dec 18
Manila – Geneva Dec 19
How to book:
Follow the links below and adjust travel dates.
Baggage policy:
Air China: One checked baggage and one cabin bag per passenger.
Air Asia: One cabin bag per passenger.
VietJet Air: One cabin bag per passenger.
Jetstar: One cabin bag per passenger.
Cebu Pacific: One cabin bag per passenger.
Nok Air: One cabin bag per passenger.
Sample bookings:
Geneva – Chiang Mai/ Manila – Geneva >>>
Accommodation:
In Manila we recommend Ramada Manila Central with very good reviews. The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with wooden flooring, and feature contemporary Asian decor as well as with flat-screen TVs, a personal safety deposit box and a minibar. The private en suite bathrooms also offer a hairdryer.
In Palawan we suggest the 3* Blue Lagoon Inn & Suites with very good reviews. Strategically placed just a 5-minute drive from Puerto Princesa International Airport and at just 18 minutes walk from the beach Blue Lagoon Inn & Suites offers free Wi-Fi access and an outdoor swimming pool for guests to lounge in. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, seating area and minibar. En suite bathrooms include hot/cold shower facilities with free toiletries. Rooms also feature a balcony overlooking the pool and garden. Free wifi available.
In Phuket you can consider staying at 4* Tri Trang Beach Resort with very good reviews. Boasting a private beach and 3 outdoor pools overlooking the sea, Tri Trang Beach Resort provides free scheduled shuttles to Jungceylon Shopping Centre and Patong’s centre. Rooms feature private balconies. The spacious air-conditioned rooms offer panoramic sea views. Each room has satellite TV, a safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a shower and a hairdryer.
Car:
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