4 days / 3 nights
Bangkok • Vientiane • Bangkok
Travelling past farmland and forested valleys to where the Mekong separates Thailand from Laos, passengers of the Eastern & Oriental Express are among the few to travel this route.
HIGHLIGHTS : Phimai, Khao Yai vineyards, Friendship Bridge over the Mekong river.
Day 1 : Bangkok
Your journey begins with an afternoon departure from Bangkok and a warm welcome on board the Eastern & Oriental Express by your steward. As you settle into the privacy of your well-appointed cabin, indulge in afternoon tea and pastries served by the attentive steward. View the changing vista and the sunset from the unique observation car as the train journeys into northern-eastern Thailand.
Later that evening, enjoy an aperitif accompanied by live piano music in the sumptuous bar car before you savour your first dinner on board amid the elegant setting of the beautiful restaurant cars. Retire to your cabin which has been transformed into a cosy bedroom.
Day 2 : Phimai, Khao Yai
Breakfast is served in your cabin before the train arrives in Hin Dat where you disembark for an excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Phimai, one of the most important Khmer ruins complex in Thailand. Return to the train for lunch as the journey continues to picturesque Khao Yai, where you will spend a delightful afternoon touring the vineyards and an opportunity to sample the wines.
Rejoin the train in early evening to prepare for dinner and exchange stories of the day's experiences with fellow guests. Afterwards, spend an enjoyable evening in the bar car and be entertained by the pianist. Overnight on board.
Day 3 : Vientiane
After breakfast, the Eastern & Oriental Express will cross the Mekong River via the Friendship Bridge linking Thailand to Laos. Passengers will disembark for a full day's excursion of the capital city of Vientiane, including lunch at the historic Settha Palace Hotel. View the contrasts of gilded Buddhist temples alongside French colonial architecture in the timeless and relaxed atmosphere of the city.
Reboard the train late afternoon and depart for the return journey to Thailand, relaxing in the observation car or saloon lounge. As night descends, enjoy cocktails and another delightful dinner. Overnight on board.
Day 4 : Bangkok
Indulge in a leisurely breakfast as the train proceeds to Bangkok, arriving mid-morning.
Timetable
|
Arrive |
Depart |
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Tuesday |
Bangkok (Hualampong Station) | - | 14:00 |
Wednesday |
Hin Dat | 08:30 | 11:20 |
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Tour of Khmer ruins at Phimai. | ||
| Khao Yai | 15:00 | 18:20 | |
| Visit a vineyard & wine tasting of "New Latitude Wines". | |||
Thursday |
Vientiane | 09:30 | 16:00 |
|
E&OE crosses the Friendship Bridge into Laos. Full day tour including lunch. |
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| Friday | Bangkok (Hualampong Station) | 10:00 | |
Please note: All timings shown are for your guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents.
Departures 2012 :
| January 22. |
Holiday Prices (per person) 2012 :
Compartment |
2012 |
| Pullman Superior / Single | |
| State Cabin | £2,500 |
| Presidential Suite | £3,200 |
Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy and include :
Prices are per person based on sharing accommodation (except for single cabin) and include all table d'hôte meals and drinks on board with complimentary tea and coffee in your cabin, and all sightseeing and excursions as described in the itinerary.
Prices do not include :
- Travel Insurance.
- Gratuities.
- International flights to South East Asia.
- Flight Information.
