MAY 5 – 13, 2020

WELLNESS RETREAT

THAILAND

Images courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand

DAY 1 / MAY 5 / ARRIVE IN BANGKOK (D)

Upon arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will be met with our local representative and transferred to your hotel for check in. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Evening: Cooking Class at Silom Thai Cookery School

The taste of authentic Thai cuisine is so unique that the world has tried to capture it in many ways. Starts off with a trip to the local market with the instructor to get the ingredients you need for the day. You will learn how to cook five delicious Thai courses guided by the chefs. After the class, enjoy the dishes you made. You will also receive recipes of all dishes for your own practice at home!

Accommodation: U Sukhumvit Bangkok or similar (2 nights)

DAY 2 / MAY 6 / BANGKOK (B)

Morning: Thonburi Klong (Canals) with Grand Palace

One of the best ways to explore Bangkok is by boat. Cruise along the klongs to see family homes and temples. The city’s network of canals earned Bangkok the title of “Venice of the East”. We stop at the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) whose towering spire has become an iconic symbol of Bangkok. There will be ample time for photo opportunities.

Afterwards we will visit the Grand Palace, comprising the Funeral Palace, Reception Palace, Throne Hall, Coronation Hall, Royal Guest House, and the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Kaew), carved from a single piece of jade with only 17” tall, is the most revered object in Thailand. After the tour, free at leisure for the rest of the day.

DAY 3 / MAY 7 / BANGKOK – KO SAMUI (B, D)

After breakfast and hotel check-out, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to the Airport to board on your flight to Ko Samui. Upon arrival, check-in to Absolute Sanctuary and attend a yoga class in the afternoon with free time after.

DAY 4 - 8 / MAY 8 – 12 / YOGA RETREAT (B, L, D)

• Daily yoga instruction where classes will be uniquely tailored and suitable to all levels.

• Types of yoga may include Core Yoga, Hatha, Yin, Restorative or Thai Yoga Massage. Thai Yoga Massage is the art of gentle massage performed on you while relaxing in restorative yoga postures.

• Opportunities for sunset yoga on the beach or yoga at exotic locations.

• A full-day Elephant Tour offers visitors the opportunity to get to know each of the remarkable elephants and gain understanding of their daily lives and behaviors.

• Board a speed boat to a National Marine Park to see an alluring emerald lake known as Talay Nai. There will be a chance to snorkel around the beautiful corals and kayaking.

Accommodation: Absolute Sanctuary (6 nights)

DAY 9 / MAY 13 / KO SAMUI – BANGKOKFollowing breakfast, head to the airport for your flight back to Bangkok.

ITINERARY

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) DinnerThailand Yoga Wellness Retreat | May 5 – 13, 2020

Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) - Images courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand

Emerald Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Kaew) - Images courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand

Mu Koh Ang Thong National Marine Park, Ko Samui - Images courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand

JESSICA LEUNG (RYT 500)Having been a yogi for 10 years, Jess decided to deepen her practice and became a certified yoga instructor. She has allowed yoga to transform her life in the most beautiful way, and looks forward to sharing this joy with you on the mat. Having been an active gal for her entire life, her love of health and wellness has naturally brought her on this path. Her style ranges from yin to a rigorous core work out, but she is trained to teach Hatha, Restorative, Yin, and Vinyasa. She’ll apply hands on adjustments and incorporate aromatherapy into some of her classes. Be ready to stretch, meditate, and sweat in one class! She believes that yoga begins in the mind which naturally manifests in the body, so come with an open attitude and the rest will follow suit.

ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY – THE LOVE KITCHENThe love kitchen at Absolute Sanctuary is a gourmet experience like no other. Serving healthy yet tasty cuisine, it is a testimony that healthy food can be deliciously satisfying. Using a blend of locally produced and imported ingredients and a clever use of Superfoods, The Love Kitchen creates dishes bursting with flavor and nutritional goodness that will change your perception of healthy food forever.

ABOUT OUR YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Absolute Sanctuary

Thai Food Cooking Class

Absolute Sanctuary

Elephant Sanctuary

PRICING & TERMS

SANCTUARY SUPERIOR ROOM

SANCTUARY DELUXE ROOM

*Prices above are in Canadian dollars and based on a minimum of 15 passengers.

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

CAD $2,790.00* per person

CAD $2,890.00* per person

ADD A ROUNDTRIP FLIGHT FROM TORONTO TO BANGKOK

CAD $1,190.00 per person including applicable taxes and fees. For other departure city, please contact us for a quotation. Price is subject to change at time of booking.

CANCELLATION TERMS

We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation or comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking. Please contact GLP Worldwide for a quotation. All travel services described herein are subject to the detailed terms & conditions of GLP Worldwide which are available at any time upon request and which will be provided with your booking confirmation.

From time of booking to December 14, 2019 CAD $500.00 per person

From December 15, 2019 – February 27, 2020 CAD $1,500.00 per person

From February 28, 2020 to date of departure 100% of our tour cost

DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT

• 1st Deposit: CAD $500.00 per person at time of booking

• 2nd Deposit: CAD $1,000.00 per person due on December 15, 2019

• Final Payment: Remaining Balance due February 28, 2020

INCLUSIONS

• Daily yoga instruction by instructor Jessica Leung

• Round trip local flights from Bangkok to Ko Samui

• 2 nights accommodation at U Sukhumvit Bangkok in twin share/double room

• 6 nights accommodation at Absolute Sanctuary in the selected room category

• Meals as mentioned in itinerary

• Exclusive use of the Yoga Studio at Absolute Sanctuary

• Tours and transfers as specified including entry fees, on a private basis in air-conditioned vehicles

• Service of English Speaking Local Guide for all included sightseeing

• Return transfers between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Bangkok hotel

• Return transfers between Ko Samui Airport and Absolute Sanctuary

• VAT Government tax and service charge

EXCLUSIONS

• International flights

• Visa expenses, processing and issurance fees

• Porterage at hotels

• Meals not mentioned in itinerary

• Gratuities

• Optional travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature

SINGLE OCCUPANCY

CAD $3,250.00* per person

CAD $3,400.00* per person

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