Each shipmate can learn the ropes by actually skippering the comfortable 8-person catamaran. For the less energetic, simply snorkel, swim and soak in the beauty of the Phi Phi islands, backdrop for Alex Garland’s ‘The Beach’ and James Bond’s ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’.
“Our travellers are constantly seeking new & innovative ways of exploring the world. This programme showcases some of the delights of Thailand’s most famous islands whilst also providing a unique nautical adventure” said John Warner, Managing Director EMEA.
The new Thai sailing programme is in addition to Gap Adventures existing 50+ South_East Asian Tours. With both 4 & 7 day sailing itineraries as well as expanded 12 and 15 day itineraries encompassing Northern Thailand, John Warner added “We are hopeful this original programme will provide a unique twist to the traditional Thai beach holiday and will see the start of further sea-based Gap Adventures in South East Asia”.
For booking and further information please visit www.gapadventures.com or call 08444 10 10 90.
Northern Thailand and 4-day sailing programme
Length of trip: 15 days
First departure: 27 November 2009
Price: £1029 pp
Summary: Experience thirteenth century temples and pagodas, elephant rides through tropical climes, historical tours of the Golden Triangle, local handicrafts of hill tribe markets and extraordinarily tasty Thai foods. Cap it off with 6 days sailing through the marine paradise of the Southern Thailand Islands and feast on amazing Thai cuisine.
Price includes: activities detailed in itinerary, accommodation, ground transportation and some meals
Northern Thailand and 4 day sailing adventure
Length of trip: 12 Days
First departure: 27 November
Price: £649 pp
Summary: Thirteenth century temples and pagodas, elephant rides through tropical climes, historical tours of the Golden Triangle, local handicrafts of hill tribe markets, extraordinarily tasty Thai foods and 4 days sailing through Southern Thailand’s marine paradise
Price includes: activities detailed in itinerary, accommodation, ground transportation and some meals
Thailand Sailing – Phuket to Koh Phi Phi
Length of trip: 4 days
First departure: 5 December 2009
Price: £359 pp
Summary: On a private catamaran, sail your way between some of Southern Thailand's most beautiful islands. Picnic on secluded beaches, feast on scintillating Thai cuisine prepared by a local cook, snorkel in hidden bays, and spend four days blissfully relaxed on the water, sailing under the Southeast Asian skies.
Price includes: Sailing trip, accommodation and some meals
Thailand Sailing – Koh Phi Phi to Phuket
Length of trip: 4 days
First departure: 1 December 2009
Price: £359 pp
Summary: Enjoy three days sailing the crystal waters of the Southern Thailand Islands, stopping for snorkeling, swimming, sunning, and feasting on scintillating Thai cuisine prepared by a local cook.
Price includes: Sailing trip, accommodation and some meals
Thailand Sailing Adventure
Length of trip: 7 days
First departure: 5 December 2009
Price: £649 pp
Summary: Island hop in Southern Thailand to some of the best snorkeling and diving locations in the world. Enjoy a week aboard a sailing catamaran, swim in deserted waters among turtles, manta rays, and beautiful fish and feast on scintillating Thai cuisine prepared by a local cook.
Price includes: Sailing trip, accommodation and some meals
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About Gap Adventures
Gap Adventures (www.gapadventures.com)
The company’s worldwide adventures focus on wildlife encounters, active travel and cultural interaction, appealing to those who want to get off the beaten track and experience local culture. Its non-profit organisation, Planeterra (www.planeterra.org)
