Tours around Phuket for ASIAN'99 delegates 
Booking
Asian Premier Holidays, the organizer of local arrangement for
ASIAN'99, is offering various tours and cruises around Phuket, at
discount price for ASIAN'99 delegates.
Optional tours detailed below may be taken by delegates
and accompanying persons before, during and after the Conference and
School. The rates quoted apply only to tours which are pre-booked
prior to arrival. Please indicate requirements on the Booking
Form. Payment is not required with the booking.
Accommodation booking form to be filled in and faxed to Asian Premier Holidays, fax : +66 (0)76 246 270 or 246 271.
CSOP/01 - Phuket Island Tour
The tour starts with a visit to see Phuket Town and its old
Sino-Portuguese buildings. From the hilltop park at Khao Rang,
panoramic views of the city, sea and mountains can be obtained. After
a visit to Wat Chalong, the most revered temple in Phuket, the tour
continues through the lush green countryside to the southern beaches
and Cape Prom Thep, which offers a spectacular view of the Andaman sea
and the offshore islands. Some shopping opportunities will be provided
for guests. Lunch is included on this half day tour.
Time : 08.00 - 16.00
Our special rates : Adult THB 400 / Child THB 250
CSOP/02 - Phang Nga "James Bond Island" Tour
This full day tour will introduce guests to the majestic mountains of
the world famous Phang Nga Bay. As the cruise boat heads towards James
Bond Island, visitors will be fascinated by the mangrove forests,
caves, aquatic grottoes and the huge monoliths rising spectacularly
out of the calm blue waters of the bay. On the return trip, a fresh
seafood lunch will be served at Koh Panyee, the Muslim fishing village
built on stilts over the sea. The tour will visit Wat Tham
Suwannakuha, a cave temple with its much revered large reclining
Buddha image.
Time : 08.00 - 17.00
Our special rates : Adult THB 500 / Child THB 400
CSOP/03 - Phi Phi Islands Tour
Located 48 kms east of Phuket, Phi Phi is one of the world's most
beautiful and irresistible tourist destinations. During the express
boat trip to and around the islands, guests will gaze in awe as the
breathtaking panorama unfolds before their eyes - glistening white
beaches, swaying coconut palms, tropical jungle and towering white
cliffs. And, beneath in the crystal clear waters lives an abundance of
exotic coral and colourful tropical fish. The full day tour includes
transfers, lunch and soft drinks.
Time : 07.00 - 18.00
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Similan Princess
- Our special rates : Adult THB 600 / Child THB 500
- Jet Cruise
- Our special rates : Adult THB 850 / Child THB 650
CSOP/04 - Diving At Ko Racha Yai
Koh Racha Yai is located just south of Phuket and provides excellent
diving and snorkelling opportunities for day trippers. The visibility
here often exceeds 20 metres with depths to 30 metres. Drift diving
over sloping hard corals and granite boulders is the norm. The island
supports an enormous amount of marine life including surgeonfish,
fusiliers, goatfish, nudibranchs, blue-spotted ribbontail rays,
featherstars and lionfish. Included on day trips for divers are
transfers, two dives, 2 tanks, weights, Diveguide, breakfast, lunch
and fresh fruit, and for snorkellers (Non-divers), transfers, dive
guide, breakfast, lunch, fruit, tea, coffee, & snorkelling
equipment.
Time : 07.30 - 17.00
Our special rates : : Adult THB 1,900 / Non-Diver THB 950 / Child THB 400
CSOP/05 - Sea Canoeing in Phang Nga Bay
after an early departure from your hotel, you will be transferred to
Ao Po in the North-East of Phuket. There you will board the escort
boat which will bring you into Phang Nga Bay. Explore the spectacular
islands, rock formations and enter the caves leading into the islands,
where you will find a beautiful blue lagoon and a unique and fragile
ecosystem. After the canoeing, the escort boat will take you to Koh
Payu, where lunch will be served at a sea-side restaurant. This will
be followed by a visit to a pearl farm to learn about pearl
cultivation and free time for swimming, sun bathing or self-paddle
canoeing.
Time : 07.00 - 18.00
Our special rates : Adult THB 2,100 / Child THB 1,100
CSOP/06 - Coral Island Tour
After a short drive through Phuket's lush country-side, arrive at the
boat pier at Ao Chalong. The sea transfer to Coral Island is only some
20-30 minutes as Coral Island is located just off Phuket's
coast. Enjoy a day at leisure at Coral Island: relaxing on the beach,
swimming or snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters, or engage in
some optional activities such as fishing, diving, jet skiing,
parasailing, etc. (These activities are on own expense). Lunch is
included on this day trip.
Time : 08.30 - 16.30
Our special rates : Adult THB 650 / Child THB 450
CSOP/07 - Half Day Adventure Tour
The Island of Phuket is blessed with an enormous variety of tropical
flora and fauna and unique ecosystems including estuarine mangrove
swamps, and lush tropical rain forests and verdant jungles, many of
which are located on the island's mountainous terrain. This
fabulous half-day ecotour safari includes lunch and three exciting
components :
- The Elephant Trek:
- Explore the cool shady trail of Phuket's
interior aboard one of the most majestic of all animals, the
elephant. Part of this unforgettable experience is observing how the
mahouts (elephant handlers) and their superbly trained elephants work
together in perfect harmony.
- The Nature Canoe:
- Using safe and stable inflatable canoes which are easy to paddle and a lot of fun, guests will travel through mangrove swaps with their amazing birds, plants, animals and marine life, past fish farms and out into Chalong Bay where the view of the islands is spectacular.
- The Jeep Safari:
- Explore the Chalong Highlands by open 4WD Land Rover. Highlights of this part of the safari will be the stunning mountain views, a visit to a local house to meet the people and watch a demonstration of how the Thai jungle curry is prepared. You will also see tame water buffaloes and monkeys picking coconuts.
Time : 08.00 - 13.00 / 13.00 - 18.00
Our special rates : Adult THB 1,500 / Child THB 800
CSOP/08 - Deep Sea Fishing
Phuket is fast emerging as a top game-fishing destination. The seas
around Phuket abound with sports fish including marlin, sailfish,
giant trevally, tuna, rainbow runner etc. Modern, well equipped boats
with professional flying decks are operated by experienced crews and
provide exciting opportunities for the sports fisherman. Trips are
available daily and include lunch and all equipment.
Our special rates : Adult THB 1,800
CSOP/09 - Simon Cabaret Show
For sheer entertainment, nothing can beat this famous transvestite
cabaret. In the exclusive and luxurious theatre with its hi-tech sound
and light equipment, visitors will be spellbound by the fabulous stage
designs, the extravagant costumes and the unforgettably glamorous and
alluring performers. Tickets include transfers and a complimentary
drink.
Show time : 19:30 & 21:30
- Regular Seats
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Our special rates : Adult THB 450 / Child THB 250 (incl. transfers)
- VIP Seats
- Our special rates : Adult THB 500 / Child THB 350 (incl. transfers)
