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Destination
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Trip duration
4 days, 3 nights
A four-day adventure takes us to amazing sites in and around Hua Hin, Thailand’s first major holiday resort. This serene and tranquil fishing town gained popularity in the 1920s when royalty used it as a convenient getaway from Bangkok after the opening of a north-south rail link connecting the capital with places as far away as Singapore. Thailand’s sophisticated society soon followed royalty’s lead and Hua Hin became the destination of choice. Today’s visitors will find beautiful beaches, mountain viewpoints, superb seafood restaurants, luxury spas and challenging golf courses, including eight top quality sites within a 30-minute drive of the town. For those seeking action on or near the beach, horse riding, kite surfing and a water park are options.
Day 1
Bangkok – Hua Hin
Our inspirational excursion gets underway with exploration of a mysterious subterranean world. After collection from the hotel, we are taken to Tham Khao Luang, an impressive cave temple consisting of caverns filled with illuminated golden Buddha images, chedis and stalactites suspended from the ceiling. After lunch in a local restaurant, we set off on a scenic journey through a landscape of mango and papaya plantations and rice paddies to Kaeng Krachan National Park. Covering an area of 2,914 sq-km and bordering Myanmar, this is Thailand’s largest national park and a sanctuary for a wealth of wildlife including abundant bird species and mammals, such as leopards, macaques, sambar deer, elephants and golden jackals. Upon arrival in this pristine location, we take a boat trip on the 45 sq-km reservoir that is fed by the Petchaburi River. After immersion in this amazing environment, we drive directly to Laksasubha Hua Hin Resort to check-in, with time at leisure before visiting the lively Hua Hin Night Market. The opening day of this four-day discovery reveals attractions that are off the mainstream tourism radar. Overnight at Laksasubha Hua Hin Resort.
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Accommodation
Laksasubha Hua Hin Resort
Day 2
Hua Hin
More discovery of the great outdoors follows with an adventure tour that takes in attractions in the area surrounding Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, south of Hua Hin. Our excursion gets underway with a scenic drive alongside pineapple and coconut plantations to the picturesque fishing village of Bang Pu, a traditional location locked in time. On arrival, a long-tail boat will convey us to Laem Sala Beach, the start point for a short hike to Phraya Nakhon Cave. This contains one of the most iconic landmarks in Thailand, a four-gable roofed royal pavilion called Phra Thinang Khuha Kharuhat. This was built in 1890 for King Rama V. At certain times of the year when sunlight shines from a particular angle through a sinkhole above, a penetrating beam of light is cast onto the pavilion, creating an exceptionally photogenic image. Those not wishing to climb to the cave can spend time lounging on the beach. After lunch, we enjoy leisure time on the sand, followed by the transfer back to the resort. Overnight at Laksasubha Hua Hin Resort.
Food
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Accommodation
Laksasubha Hua Hin Resort
Day 3
Hua Hin
Our focus today is on some of the most iconic sites in and around Hua Hin. After breakfast and checking-out from the resort, we kick off the day with a visit to Baan Sillapin, a popular artists’ village. This creative enclave is home to arts and antiques galleries, artists’ studios, a coffee and gift shop and classrooms for painting and sculpture classes. We then head to the train station to view the ornate teak Royal Waiting Room. Constructed in a Thai architectural style, this structure was relocated from Sanam Chan Palace in Nakhon Pathom province during the reign of King Rama VI when Hua Hin became a popular resort for royalty. The previous mode of transport from the capital was primarily by boat. We then head to Khao Takiab, a landmark location known as ‘monkey mountain’ because of the abundant macaques that occupy an area near the elevated temple, with a sweeping ocean panorama. After concluding our tour, we head to I Love Phants Lodge to check-in, followed by leisure time. This is an eco-inspired ethical retreat with views of an adjoining elephant sanctuary positioned in a peaceful forest clearing. Overnight at I Love Phants Lodge.
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Accommodation
I Love Phants Lodge
Day 4
Hua Hin - Bangkok
All good things must come to an end and this is the last day of our four-day Hua Hin adventure. Before the journey back to Bangkok, we get a unique opportunity to learn about rescued animals at the Wildlife Rescue Centre and Elephant Refuge. We will see hundreds of creatures and get up close and personal to jumbos in a way that does not exploit them. The itinerary includes a guided tour to see staff go about their daily tasks caring for the animals. We will also gain an insight into the elephant’s individual stories, learn about their personalities and hear about conservation efforts to safeguard these gentle giants. Our visit will also help with the running costs of this facility. After a traditional Thai buffet lunch, we are transferred back to the capital.
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- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guiding services / assistance. Other languages are on request and are subject to availability;
- Accommodation in sharing twin / double room with air-conditioning;
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the program;
- All applicable taxes and service charges;
- All meals as indicated in the program (food only).
Not Included
- Voluntary Carbon Offset Compensation: USD 1.50 per person per day;
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated;
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement;
- Any domestic / international airline tickets, airport taxes, visa fees, specific camera / video fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general pick-up / drop-off regions (such as airports, out-of-town resorts, ports, harbours and accommodation in surrounding towns);
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program;
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers.
Payment and Cancellations
- Full payment is due 30 days prior to departure. We reserve the right to release all services in case of payment default.
- Intermediate bank charges and fees are the responsibility of the client.
- Cancellation policy: In case of cancellation, the following cancellation fees will apply:
• Between 30-15 days prior to departure - 25% of total price
• Between 14-7 days prior to departure - 50% of total price
• Less than 7 days prior to departure – 100% of total price
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4 Days Hua Hin
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Destination
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Trip duration
4 days, 3 nights
About your trip
RESERVATIONS
All tours and services can be booked directly with our office in China
A TRAILS CHINA / DAOCHENG
Beijing Office
Suite 810, SunFlower Tower
#37 Maizidian Street Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District
Beijing 100022, P.R. China
Tel: (86-10) 6515 9259
Fax: (86-10) 6515 9293
Email: info@atrails.cn
CONFIRMATIONS
All reservations are confirmed by return with the up-dated booking status within 2 working days. Due to occasional delays in communication with more remote destinations, it may take a few days longer to get confirmation.
RATES AND AVAILABILITY
All rates are quoted in RMB and are subject to change without prior notice. Inclusions and exclusions in the tour packages are indicated at the end of each itinerary. Commonly our package tour rates include accommodation, transfers, certain meals, and other tour related services. Domestic or international airfares are included where mentioned. Our tour itineraries do not include visa fees and expenses of a personal nature. The validity of our rates is November 01, 2018, until October 31, 2019, unless otherwise specified.
SERVICES
Local English speaking guides are accompanying tours and transfers in each destination. German, French, Italian, Spanish and Russian and Chinese speaking guides are available on request in major cities and subject to confirmation.
DELIVERY FEES
A delivery fee will be charged according to the distance traveled, if any train tickets are required to be delivered to clients’ hotel.
PAYMENT
Full pre-payment by bank transfer is required 30 days before the commencement of services.
Our bank account details are:
Bank Name: Bank of China Beijing JianGuoMen Wai Sub-Branch
开 户 行：中国银行北京建国门外支行
Account Name：ATC TRAVEL SERVICES (BEIJING) LTD.
账 户 名：北京道成国际旅行社有限公司
Account No.：3259 6908 9747
账 号：3259 6908 9747
Swiftcode : BKCH CN BJ 110
For itineraries operated outside China
Account Name：BEIJING GLORY INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE CO, LTD.
账 户 名：北京千乘假期国际旅行社有限公司
Account No.：3211 6010 0100 1577 67
账号：3211 6010 0100 1577 67
Bank Name: Industrial Bank Co., Ltd Sanyuanqiao Sub-Branch
开 户 行：兴业银行三元桥支行
CHILD POLICY
For children aged between 2 and 11 years following rates will apply:
- Child in shared adults’ room with extra bed will pay 80% of the total package price
A maximum of two children per party is granted such a discount. Besides this general policy, specific conditions may apply case by case.
CANCELLATIONS
For cancellation of confirmed reservations, following general cancellation charges apply :
- Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival : 20% of the total amount
- Between 15 and 7 days prior to arrival : 50% of the total amount
- Less than 7 days prior to arrival : 100% of the total amount.
Special conditions apply for cruises, beach resorts as well as for some of the boutique and landmark hotels. Expeditions and specific products may have different conditions.
Domestic and international air tickets are non-refundable once issued. You are obliged to pay full airfare (inclusive of any tax and fuel surcharge) of any cancelled tickets based on the contract rate.
PROGRAM CHANGES
We reserve the right to re-arrange the order of any tour program, to cancel or substitute elements of any tour itinerary without notice, when local conditions require such changes. All itineraries depending on domestic flight confirmations are subject to changes.
Any increase in taxes or fuel surcharges imposed by the authorities will be advised as soon as we are informed of them, and they will be added to the invoice.
Flight and train details mentioned in our itineraries are for indicative purposes only.
CONFIDENTIALITY
This agreement, its contents and all related documentation sent over to the customer/tour operator are strictly confidential and must not be disclosed to any third parties.
COMPLAINTS AND IRREGULARITIES
We consider complaints as valuable feedback to improve service delivery levels. We request that service delivery failures or customer concerns, be reported during the customer’s stay, to one of our representatives. It is the aim of the company to solve any irregularity on the spot. The company reserves the right to refuse to take action on perceived irregularities submitted to the company 14 days after the customer returns back home.
FORCE MAJEURE
During the term of this agreement, neither party shall be in default of its obligations to the extent that its performance is delayed or prevented by causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, bankruptcy of a vendor, strikes and other labor disturbances, acts of war, or civil disturbances, or other equivalent or comparable events.
INDEMNITY
The client agrees to indemnify and to save A Trails – Daocheng from harm and against all damage or injury (including death) to property or person(s) resulting from intentional or negligent acts or omissions from their respective officers, employees, agents, contractor or subcontractor in connection with the performance of this agreement.
LEGAL NOTE
This agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of China (and/or applicable in relation to the country it is legally represented) for the time being in force and the parties agree to submit any dispute arising between the parties under this agreement to arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the respectable Arbitration Institute, Office of the Judiciary applicable at the time of submission of the dispute to arbitration and the conduct of the arbitration thereof shall be under the auspices of the specific Arbitration Institute accordingly.
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LIABILITY
We act as an intermediary between the concerned airlines, hotels, all transport operators and local tourist offices providing the services. The Company is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside the touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural and disaster, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Programs and prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of printing and are therefore subject to change without advance notice before or during the tour. Acknowledgment and confirmation of the above-mentioned conditions is active, once clients participate in one of the provided services via us. The itinerary of the excursion, package and/or tour cannot be altered or changed without prior permission from us. We cannot be held liable if you amend the excursion and its content in your brochures or give wrong descriptions to clients that are travelling.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING AUTONOMOUS REGIONS IN CHINA
The Company is not responsible for any last-minute closure of specific regions or tourism sites caused by decisions taken by local or national authorities to restrict access hereto. We will provide alternative itineraries where necessary and reduce cancellation fees to a minimum, however, such imposed closures are beyond our control and constitute a case of force majeure.
The areas concerned include but are not restricted to : The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Tibet Autonomous Region, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, minority regions in Qinghai and Gansu provinces.
CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY
Travel breaks down borders and brings people together: The nearly 900 million people who travel every year make the sector one of the biggest in the world, a major employer and a key element in the global economy. But this has its downside, too: increasing pollutant emissions from the tourist traffic, loss of coastlines and other landscapes through excessive building development and sexual exploitation of children are just some of the negative consequences of the growth in global tourist travel. In order to minimize the negative impacts and enhance the positive ones, our Corporate Responsibility Strategy focuses on four prime issues:
- We increase efforts to ensure that children and adolescents in tourist areas are protected against sexual exploitation, one of the worst forms of abuse of young people today.
- We promote fair working conditions and sensibly service provider partners to social and environmental concerns.
- The supply and saving of clean water is a further key issue.
- We develop our own projects to meet the growing threat posed by climate change. Indeed, helping counter the adverse effects of global warming is one of the biggest challenges faced by the world tourist.