Emirates New Year's Grand Thailand Tour - HKT-BKK

Tour details
EMIRATES AIRLINES
GRAND THAILAND (Phuket, Bangkok, Pattaya) TOUR
Luxury in the Sky, Paradise on Earth: To Thailand with Emirates
No Extra Tours - All Trips Included!!!
HKT-BKK
Accommodation in 4* Hotels
Tour Departure Dates
February 21 / March 21 / April 25 / May 9 / May 23 / June 6 / September 5 / September 19 / October 3 / October 17 / November 7 / November 21 /
 
Special Days:
Eid al-Adha: May 23
November Semester: November 7
 
Day 1: Istanbul – Dubai – Phuket
Meeting at the Emirates counter in the International Departures Terminal at Istanbul Airport. After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Dubai at 20:10 on Emirates Airlines flight EK122. Arrival at 01:20. After arrival, we will depart for Phuket at 03:00 on Emirates Airlines flight EK378.

Day 2: Phuket
We will arrive in Phuket at 12:05 local time. After completing passport, luggage, and customs procedures, we will proceed from the airport. We will take a panoramic introduction tour to get to know part of Phuket Island. After the tour, we will transfer to the hotel and after check-in, free time. Accommodation at the hotel.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Andakira Patong 4*, BW Patong 4*, Patong Resort 4*, etc.
Route: Phuket
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.
 
Day 3: Phuket (Phi Phi Island)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for a full-day tour to Phi Phi Island with lunch. We will quickly reach the first heavenly coral island near Phuket, Phi Phi Don, via our speedboats. We will visit Maya Bay, which is decorated with palm trees and pristine turquoise sea, and was used for shooting parts of Leonardo DiCaprio’s movie "The Beach." Then, we will stop by Phi Phi Ley, where we will visit the Viking Cave. Our lunch will be on Phi Phi Island. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel and have free time. Accommodation at the hotel.
Those who wish can join the magnificent Siam Niramit Show with an open buffet dinner organized by the guide (75 USD). In this cultural theme park of Thailand, established over an area of 60 acres, we will first have our dinner. After dinner, we will explore the park and witness a wonderful program prepared in a show area with a seating capacity of 1600, with a 270-degree angle view. After this beautiful night, we will transfer back to our hotel.
Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Andakira Patong 4*, BW Patong 4*, Patong Resort 4*, etc.
Route: Phuket
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.
 
Day 4: Phuket (James Bond Island)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for a full-day tour to James Bond Island with lunch. Our first stop with the excursion boat will be Panak and Hong Islands, which have been the subject of many documentaries. During this adventure, you will witness the magnificent views of nature among the bays and caves with our special canoes. After lunch, which will be served open buffet style on our boat, our next stop will be James Bond Island, where the famous rock and beach featured in the film “The Man with the Golden Gun” will be seen, and we will have free time to shop from the Muslim villagers and take plenty of photos. Our last stop will be Lawa Island or Naka Island where we can swim and sunbathe (the decision will be made according to weather conditions). After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel and have free time. Accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Andakira Patong 4*, BW Patong 4*, Patong Resort 4*, etc.
Route: Phuket
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.
Day 5: Phuket – Bangkok
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer to Phuket Airport. After passport and luggage procedures, we will fly to Bangkok with local airlines. After our arrival in Bangkok, our Bangkok city tour will begin. During our panoramic city tour, we will see Chinatown, the Flower Market, Democracy Monument and Street, Ministerial Streets, the Parliament Building, and the Royal Palace which has hosted the Siam Kingdom since 1782 and houses the current royal family’s administrative and living areas. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Bangkok and have free time. Accommodation at the hotel.
Those who wish can join the evening Tuk Tuk activity in Bangkok organized by the guide (35 USD). For those who want to join, we will have the opportunity to explore the vibrancy and the worth-seeing spots of the city in classic Tuk Tuk vehicles waiting for us at the hotel. Our vehicles will stop at certain points for photo shooting and trying out the famous Thai street food. At the end of the tour, we will return to our hotel.
Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Grand Howard Hotel 4*, etc.
Route: Phuket-Bangkok

Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.

Day 6: Bangkok (Floating Market, Asiatique Night Market)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for our "Floating Market" tour with our guests. We will first stop by a coconut farm in Samut Songkhram, the town where the world-famous Siam Twins were born. Here, you can learn how the Thai people benefit from coconut trees and see souvenir items made from this tree. Additionally, you can explore the orchid garden inside. After this, we will arrive at the dock where Thai-style boats depart after a short 10-minute bus ride. We will board the boats and enjoy a pleasant half-hour journey surrounded by delicious exotic views of the Far East before we reach the famous Floating Market, which has been featured in magazines. During our tour, you will see the open market set up in single-oar boats and you will be able to shop. We will explore the Floating Market until noon. On our way back to Bangkok, we will taste some of the most famous tropical fruits of Thailand, which our guide will provide. After the tour, we will return to the hotel and after resting, we will go to Asiatique Night Market, one of the most famous night markets in Bangkok. You can shop as you wish and find options that suit your taste. After free time, we will return to our hotel at the time determined by the guide. Accommodation at the hotel.
Those who wish can participate in the evening dinner cruise on the Chao Praya River (55 USD). In this tour, a live music dinner awaits you on our boat, 41 meters wide, on Bangkok's King River, known as the Venice of the Far East. After our dinner, we will transfer back to our hotel.

Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Grand Howard Hotel 4*, etc.
Route: Phuket-Bangkok

Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.
Day 7: Bangkok – Pattaya (Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, Elephant Safari)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Nong Nooch Tropical Garden tour in Pattaya. This magnificent garden is awarded for years as the "best-organized garden" in the world, and we guarantee many photo opportunities. After the garden tour, we will watch a cultural show where we will get to know Thai culture up close. After watching Thai dances, Thai boxing, and reenactments of historical wars, we will move to the second part where the amazing displays of elephants will be shown. After the garden tour, we will participate in the "Elephant Safari" tour, where we will ride on the backs of elephants through the forests and pass through small ponds. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel and have free time. Accommodation at the hotel.
Those who wish can participate in the evening Alcazar Cabaret Show activity organized by the guide (VIP seats 35 USD).
One of the most famous cabaret shows in Asia awaits you, where different scenes and costumes are constantly changing. After the show, there will be surprises waiting for you. We will transfer back to our hotel after the tour.
Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Heaton Concept Hotel 4*, The Stay Hotel 4*, Terra Nara Hotel 5*, etc.
Route: Bangkok-Pattaya 149 KM

Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 19:00 depending on traffic conditions.
Day 8: Pattaya – Bangkok (Crocodile Farm)
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Royal Jewelry Store, which holds the title of the world's largest jewelry shop, where we can see the jewelry and precious stone production, a significant sector for the Thai economy. Afterward, we will depart for the "Crocodile Farm" tour. Here, we will watch the shows with the crocodiles and explore the garden arranged with tropical plants and trees. You can take souvenir photos with tigers, feed the elephants by hand, and see various live animals unique to the Far East in the garden. At the end of the tour, we will leave for Bangkok Airport. Before getting to the airport, you can shop at one of the largest outlet centers in Bangkok while waiting for our flight time. We will transfer to Bangkok Airport at the time determined by the guide.
Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Free time will be available for an extra meal at a location determined by the guide.
Route: Pattaya-Bangkok 149 KM


Day 9: Bangkok – Dubai – Istanbul
After ticket, luggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Dubai at 02:15 on Emirates Airlines flight EK377. Arrival at 06:00 in Dubai. Subsequently, we will depart for Istanbul at 10:40 on Emirates Airlines flight EK123. Arrival at 14:25 in Istanbul. We hope to see you on your next journey…
What's included
* Flight tickets with Emirates Airlines from Istanbul – Dubai – Phuket, Bangkok - Dubai – Istanbul (30 KG Baggage Allowance)
* Domestic flight tickets from Phuket – Bangkok (20 KG Baggage Allowance)

* Local transportation services
* Professional Turkish guiding services
* 3 Nights accommodation in 4* Hotels in Phuket, 2 Nights in Bangkok, and 1 Night in Pattaya including breakfast
* Customs taxes
* City taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
* Phuket island tour
* Lunch included Phi Phi Island tour
* Lunch included James Bond Island tour
* Bangkok tour
* Floating Market tour
* Asiatique Night Market tour
* Nong Nooch Tropical Garden tour
* Elephant Safari tour
* Royal Jewelry Store tour
* Crocodile Farm tour
* Outlet tour
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
Not included
* Tours organized by the guide
* A local service fee of 25 USD per person is paid to the guide upon arrival in Thailand.
 (This fee is used for local guides, waiters, and porters during the tour.)
* All personal expenses 
* Lunch and Dinner
* All excursions and tours not mentioned in the itinerary.
* International departure tax
* International travel health insurance
Need to Know
-As of 1 May 2025, Thailand will switch to the Digital Arrival Card application. For groups arriving in Thailand as of 1 May, this form must be completed online before arrival. Guests may complete this form no earlier than 3 days before the travel date. Immediately after the form is completed, the Digital Arrival Card can be downloaded by email or via the link provided in the system. Guests are required to have a printed copy of this document with them.Some groups depart 1 day before the arrival date in Thailand, but the Thailand arrival date must обязательно be selected as the Arrival Date.All passengers arriving in Thailand are required to complete the electronic entry card. During the application, basic information such as name-surname, purpose of travel, occupation, city of residence, place of accommodation in Thailand (hotel, guesthouse, friend's house, etc.), and phone number will be entered.TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) Linki : https://tdac.immigration.go.th
- In order to shop and spend in all countries included in the program during the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros. In regions using the local currency, the guide will assist with exchanging money.
- During the trip, comfortable walking shoes or sneakers should be preferred. It is advisable to bring a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- On our tours, seat rotation (seat changes) is applied daily in the seating arrangement, and no fixed seat or front-seat guarantee is given. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, to bring goods (alcohol, cigarettes, etc.) there must be at least 3 days of accommodation.
- Duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons , Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic drink (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic drink (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine and champagne) , Perfume: 600 ml , Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 pieces , Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg ,Coffee: 1 kg ,Tea: 1 kg 
- In the tour program, guides may make changes to the flow of the program depending on weather and road conditions, provided that all places specified in the program are shown.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge until 30 days before the tour date. If there are fewer than 30 days until the tour date, a 30% penalty applies, and if there are 20 days or less, a 100% penalty applies. Documents submitted together with the participant's cancellation request, such as hospital reports, workplace leave documents, etc. obtained from authorities in Turkey, are unfortunately not accepted for cancellation of the hotel and services they will receive outside Turkey.
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Our Tour Program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be announced by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası.
-In cases where only category information is provided without specifying a name in the tour program and/or there are options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası 2 days before the trip departure.
-During fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at a distance greater than the specified km. In such a case, information will be provided by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası 15 days before the departure date of the tour.
- Triple rooms are provided according to hotel availability, and the bed assigned to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are the type known as folding beds and coachbeds, tour participants are deemed to have accepted the possible crowding in the rooms and the bed type for 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts apply only to one child who remains with 2 adults and matches the relevant age group.
-Breakfasts included among the services in the tour program are offered at the hotel in line with the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally as a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.
-Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized for the general introduction of cities, lasting at most 2-3 hours, and do not include museum or archaeological site entrance fees, and are conducted panoramically with guide narration from inside the vehicle. If the panoramic tours, including the other tours specified in the program, cannot take place because the places are not permitted to be visited or entered by local authorities on the day and time corresponding to the tour, or due to closed roads because of any event, or in cases where the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions, Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is not responsible for the failure of the aforementioned tours to take place. Some tours may be carried out by public transport or on foot where possible in closed roads or locations where vehicle entry is not permitted.
- During travel, waiting times at customs gates crossed by road may exceed the standard, and Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası cannot be held responsible for any negative situations arising from these waiting times.
-Extra tours are organized by the local Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası from which we receive service, with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If the required number is not reached, the excursions cannot be carried out, or the extra excursion prices, content, and vehicle to be used may vary according to the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide according to the opening/closing status of museums and archaeological sites in the places to be visited and weather conditions.
- Extra tours are optional and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to join the extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers are dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from the point where they were left after the tour is completed.
- For people participating in tours with flights, the required check-in and boarding procedures are personal procedures and must be completed by the guest before the flight at the relevant airline counters at the airport or online on the airline companies' websites.
- Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is not responsible for people who do not appear at the airport at the times announced by Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası for participation in the tour, who do not complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who complete check-in and boarding procedures on time but do not board the plane, and therefore cannot take the flight. The new round-trip airline tickets required for people who miss the plane to join the tour and all expenses related to their transfers in the region to be visited are their own responsibility.
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Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delay on scheduled and special flights, or the times of the current trip and before the flight may change. Arma Tur Turizm Seyahat Acentası is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. The passenger has purchased the trip accepting the risk of time changes. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees.
-The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified as follows according to the number of people. The vehicle types listed below are assigned according to the number of people in each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 people)  Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 people)  Minibuses: (Used for up to 16 people)
-All guests are deemed to have sold the tour by accepting the above-mentioned items.