10-Day Tour of Asia’s Sprawling Modern Cities in Thailand, China, and United Arab Emirates

Experience the myriad sights, sounds, and flavors of Asia and the Middle East on this guided tour. In a mere 10 days, you’ll see the temples of Bangkok, the bays around Hong Kong, and the tallest building in the world in Dubai. This tour includes:

• Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK) via Emirates Airlines
• Airfare on Emirates Bangkok-Hong Kong and Hong Kong-Dubai
• 3 nights in Bangkok at Aloft Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
• 3 nights in Hong Kong at Pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon
• 2 nights in Dubai at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha
• Daily breakfast
• Transfers in Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Dubai
• Bangkok city and temples half-day tour
• Hong Kong Island half-day tour
• Dubai half-day sightseeing tour
• All transportation and sightseeing via luxury air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of local English-speaking guides
• Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
• Airline taxes and fuel surcharges

Days 1–4: Bangkok, Thailand

You’ll depart on your tour on day 1 before arriving in Bangkok on day 2. Thailand’s capital city is home to a dazzling assortment of temples and statues, including the Emerald Buddha. Carved from a single block of jade, this figure is one of Thailand’s most sacred treasures—and just one of the many marvels you could see during your trip.

• The Marble Temple: Wat Benchamabophit is a stunning example of early 20th-century architecture, sporting white marble, gold accents, and a stunning red roof.
• Wat Pho: This Buddhist temple is home to the largest reclining Buddha as well as a famous massage school.
• Try authentic pad thai in street-stall woks and includes a helping of dried shrimp and slices of firm tofu.

Days 5–7: Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any metropolis on earth. Take a tram ride up to Victoria Peak—a nearby mountaintop outside the city—and you can get spectacular views of the skyline. While growth has been rapid as of late, Hong Kong hasn’t lost touch with its roots, either. At the popular Stanley Market, a traditional open-air street marketplace, you can buy Chinese silks, jewelry, and other souvenirs. Nearly 60,000 Chinese citizens live on sampans, or houseboats, in the harbor around Aberdeen Floating Village.

• Nan Lian Garden: Designed in the style of the Tang Dynasty, this garden’s ponds and pagodas are a tranquil oasis in the bustling city.
• On your free day: take a trip to Lantau Island, the largest island in Hong Kong, where you can see the Po Lin Monastery and numerous national parks.
• Chungking Mansions: Some of the cheapest housing and accommodations in Hong Kong, this massive structure is home to shops and eateries as well as some 4,000 residents.

Days 8–10: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Over the past decade or so, the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has undergone an unprecedented transformation that has turned it into one of the world’s most extravagant places. Its skyline is studded with fantastical structures that include a hotel shaped like a billowing sail, an interior “city” styled after ancient Egypt, and Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. But you can still catch glimpses of the old Dubai sprinkled amid the sprawl, in sacred mosques and bustling open-air marketplaces called souks. On the morning of day 10, you’ll depart for home.

• Jumeirah Mosque: The only mosque in the city open to non-Muslims; it’s also one of the most beautiful, with huge white-stone columns and vaulted ceilings.
• All that glitters at the world-famous Gold Souk really is gold. Gold is the primary product sold at this large jewelry market. If you want any, don’t be afraid to haggle.
• Al Fahidi Historic District: Stroll through one of Dubai’s oldest heritage sites, making sure to stop at Dubai Museum inside the old Al-Fahidi Fort.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? The supplemental fee is subject to departure date and availability at the time of booking.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? View the departure dates listed in the deal options above.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? We suggest calling to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible to reserve your spot and avoid this issue. If Indus Travels is unable to book your trip for the available date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Yes, each person traveling (including children) needs to purchase a voucher. Your child may stay in your room, however there are limits as to how many people per room. Children must be at least 8 years of age to travel on this tour.

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