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Ihe book Ihe Soirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman deals with the masslve
displacement experienced by the tribal Hmong peopte of Laos, when - some who were tucky enough
fo escape - re-located to the USA. The archetypal myths of the Hmong people (one tribe among
dozens) have never assimilated with Western medicine or religion. Consequently, re-location was
correlated with many tragic side-effecfs. One such case was that of a girl named "Lia Lee'. ln this
case, Lia Lee was treated by a Hmong shaman pertorming an animist rite. Such animist rites are not
exclusive to the Hmong, but are shared by every tribe in both Thailand and Laos. City people &
(Tha| lowlanders have often 'forgotten' this archetypat knowtedge of cause & effect. This story is the
case in point which this trip examines. Learn more about the real situation today in Thailand
concerning d i spl aced persons.'
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Welcome to the Kíngdom of ThaÍlandl After Customs & lmmigration formalities, transfer directly
to your hotel in Bangkok. Most flights from the United States arrive close to midnight, but flights arrive
earlier, and if time permits, guests may check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
(1 hr massage is provided in cost)
Meals: None
Accommodations : U nico Grande Silom http ://www.unicoqra ndesilom.com/
Rov* BARGE MuseuI¡I: KUKRIT,S HoUsE
Bangkok Thalland: 386/28 Petchaburi, soi 12, Ratchathewi D¡strict, Bangkok't04oo Tel: +66-(0)2-0111988 Fax: +66-(0)2€11-1989
Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (O)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (O)42 513 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tel: +856 lortt 254 395 - Fâx: +856 (O)71 253 194
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DAY 2 - SUN MAY lTrH : BANGKoK By DAy. oN THE RtvER: PM KuKRtr's HousE -
GRANo PALAcE &
EMERALD BUDDHA - LUNCH AT NAVY CLUB - WANGDERM PALACE & FoRT WIGHAI- RoYAL BARGE
MUSEUM - OLD BANGKOK CANALS IBY LOCAL.STYLE RIVERBoATì - WELGoME DINNER WITH RoGER
An¡¡oLo lJoun¡,¡¡t-¡sr) & M¡c Txo¡rpsor.¡ (Ex-USIS) - Suoe Sxow wnx Rocen - Batcxor
After a leisurely breakfast (leave hotelat 0930hrs), visil Kukrit Pramoj's åouse. Kukrit would be
considered a Renaissance man today, because his reputation lies in his mastery in many forms of
arts, including politics and journalism. A few decades ago, during Kukrit's life, he was not always
seen in such a charitable light, but the wide variety of his accomplishments greatly influenced modern
Thai political history and even pop-culture. Kukrit was first a journalist, who founded the famous Thai
Rath newspaper but he was many things: a Thai classical dance expert; was named National Artist in
1985; was an author whose work encompassed many subjects from humor to drama. Honored with
myriad literary and arts prizes, Kukrit was also a close adviser to HM the King, and was also even
Prime Minister, among other things. His traditional Thai house provides a lovely collection of
antiques, artìfacts and ítems used ín fåe classlcal Thaí arts which he gathered up during his life.
His unique sense of humor offered a satirical view of the times and he was ofren arrested for
offending the powerful.
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Continue to the Grand Palace, arguably the most important cultural icon in the land. Note that you
will need to wear long pants and såoes which cover the heels to enter. Ifiís is done to pay
respecf to the Thai people. Probably the most important center of Thai culture, the palace was
once the royal residence, but today is used mainly for ceremonial functions. Tourists are allowed
inside to see the Emerald Buddha, the displays of royal artifacts & memorabilia, and wall decorations.
Continue on foot to the Royal Navy Club for a simple Thai lunch. Board our boat nearby and cross
the river to visit Wangderm Palace and Fort Wíchai. King Taksin built this palace when he moved
his capital from Ayutthaya to Thonburi. Centuries later King Rama V donated the palace to be used
as the School of Naval Education.
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Nakorn Phdnom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tel: +66 (O)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (O)42 513 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tel: +856 (O)71 254 395 - Fax: +856 (0)71 253 194
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Board our boat to briefly view the Royal Barge Museum. The grand procession of Royal barges is
seen only once a year during His Majesty the King's birthday celebrations (early December). See the
actual boats in their dry docks.
Mac Alan Thompson worked for the US/S ,n refugee settlement programs for years. Mac can only
tell stories ftom an anecdotal standpoint, as he is not a psychologist, but is very well-versed in the
tribal ways of the Hmong and other tribal cultures of the region. Mac will join us for the rest of the day
so you will have the opportunity to speak with him.
Relax wlth Mac on a local style boat wìth sodas or beers, and experience LÍfe on the RÍverfor a
trip along Bangkok's old klongs (canals) and watenrays on the Thonburi side of the river. Water is
an essential and prevalent theme in Thailand. Today, most of Bangkok hustles & bustles like any
other modern metropolis. However, not many decades ago, huge areas of the city were still
accessed primarily by these kinds of canals. Vendors sell spiced & grilled chicken from boats, bank
boats with ATMs aboard can sometimes be seen. You will feel an older city. Return to the hotel and
relax before going to a local restaurant for a Welcome Dínner wÍth Mac Alan Thompson and
PhotoJournalíst, Roger Arnold, who recently (last 2-3 years) walked into Laos to find some of the
last remaining Hmong who continued resisting the Pathet Lao and Vietnamese Communists (see this
link for the amazing, tragic, and terrifoing story:
http://www.digitaliournalist.oro/issue0610/dis arnold.html). More pictures:
(htto://www.rooerarnold.neUProduction/PhotoGrouoView.aspx?pbid=4&msa=1&pqid=5809890).
After dìnner Roger wlll present a slíde show.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodations: Unico Grande
DAY 3 - MON MAY 18IH : BANGKoK: FULL DAY ORIGIN ARTS -
UNDERSTANDING THAI CULTURE
THRoUGH PRACTIGE IN CtAssIcAL ARTS
After breakfast, drive to a group of old wooden traditional Lanna Thai-style house in the university,
and spend the day immersed in Thai culture; 'learning-by-doing'essential as well as the finer points
of Thai culture with ORfGIflARTS. The common threads of Thaí style & culture surround you
from the moment you enter the Kíngdom, but usually, visítors to Thaíland can only 5ee' fåe
culture through temples and museum visl'fs..... possibly a festival lf one ls lucky. There are of
course the ubiquitous "tourist shows" which degrade the spiritual values of the arts being
presented. While one can often find excellent "demonstrations" of certain arts or dance, too often one
lacks a context or explanation to make them truly understandable (so similarities or differences are
lost to the untrained eye and therefore remain unappreciated). ORIGIN ARTS is a hands-on
opportunity not just to see, but to do and experience traditional arts and culture.
ORIGIN ARTS: LEARNING To..WAI',; A MASTER'S GRAcE; THAI DESIGN
Starting about 0900hrs, and throughout the day and into the afternoon, masters in each of the
following arts will be instructing guests:
- Thai Etiquette
- Thai Dance
- Traditional Flower Arrangement
- LaiThai(Thai Design)
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Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunlhomv¡chit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (O)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (O)42 513 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tel: +8S6 19¡7t 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)71 253 194
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These four diverse arts are connected in many subtle ways. Participants will see how the same
spiritual principles run through everything they study. ORIGIN ARTS will richly inform the way you
experience this journey. Return to the hotel for dinner on your own as there are many excellent
restaurants nearby. Ask your guide for suggestions.
Meals: B, L
Accommodations: Unico Grande
AYUTHAYA & Pmnc SmI Yor
Check out after breakfast and depart Bangkok at 0800hrs for Ayuthaya. En route we stop at Ban Pa
lnn Summer Palace. The palace grounds contain a variety of beautiful buildings in European,
Chinese and traditional Thai styles, including some of the best known structures in the Kingdom.
For lunch we will cruise on a local riverboat and view the famous riverside attractions of the ancient
capital of Siam Ayutthaya - as a mixture of architectural style stupas and chedis blend with an old
French Roman Catholic Church; magnificent ruins contrast with the giant golden chedi
commemorating Queen Suriothai; sit and relax with a cold drink on board before stepping ashore to
explore the temples first-hand!
Then continue to Wat Suwan Dhararam, the primary temple of the ancient capital and surrounding
ruins and fields. The three surviving chedis are surrounded by the foundations of the sprawling and
extensive ancient palace. We will also visit the Historica/ Sfudies Cenferto give us perspective on
how the city would have looked in its heyday.
Dinner will be served in a local restaurant in Ayuthaya, afterwards transfer to the train station where
you will board the night train to Chiang Mai (departure at 2030hrs).
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodations: On board night train 1st class couchette
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Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tel: +6ô (0)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (O)42 51 3 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkatok Rd., Luang prabang - Tet: +856 (0)71 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)21 2S3 i94
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Upon your arrival at Chiang Mai rail station (0730hrs), transfer to your hotel for check in and
breakfast.
After breakfast travel with your guide to the city of Chiang Mai and start to visit the most important
sights in the city center:
The building which houses the Arfs & Cultural Center is itself signifìcant because it was built in
1924, and has since served as the city's seat of municipal government, recently winning an award
from the Royal Society of Siamese Architects. Before walking through the exhibits, watch a short
English sub-titled orientation video about the town to understand better the history, arts and culture of
the province.
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Wat Chedi Luang is also home to "The Pillar of the City'' a totem used in ancient Thai fertility rites,
because the temple itself marks the exact centre of Chiang Mai. A guardian spirit known as "Prueksa
Thevada', an all-knowing sage, inhabits a nearby tree. Today a festival celebrates the Inthakhin
Pillar for 7 days, as local legend holds the píllar was planted there by the Hindu God lndra,
commanding the birth of Chiang Mai. Have lunch in a Local restaurant
DoISUTHEP MoUNTAIN & TEMPLE
ln the afternoon, we will go to the summit of Doi Suthep Mountain, a 1600 meter peak. Near the top
is the 600 year old temple of Wat Phra Doi Suthep. Your guide will show you how modern Chiang
Mai people 'make merit' using incense and flowers. Join in merit making if you like. Climb to the
site is via a magnificent Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase of 306 steps (a lift is available). On
a clear day, the views are great!
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Bangkok Thailand: 386/28 Petchaburi, So¡ 1 2, Ratchathewi District, Bangkok 1 O40O Tet: +66-(0)2-61 1 -1 988 Fax: +66-(0)2-61 1 I 989
Nakorn Phanom Thalland: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (O)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (0)42 51 3 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang -Tel: +856 (0)71 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)71 253 194
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Return down the mountain and to the home of author and ceramics expert Mr. John Shaw for
refreshments (http://www,shawcollection.com/), and admire his outstanding private collection of
l3th.century ceramics. Enjoy tea and cakes with John and the opportunity to ask him about his
time as British Consulin Chiang Mai. Everywhere beneath the city's centralarea are buried relics of
ancient kingdoms. Decades ago - when Chiang Mai still fit within the old city walls - John took his
daughter on Sunday picnics, and they would look for pot shards. Today John is the acknowledged
expert on Lanna Ceramics.
Return to the hotel and relax. Dinner is on your own. Afier dinner you can browse the famous Night
Market at Chiang Mai.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodations : Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel htto://www.cnxolaza.com/
Check out of your hotel after breakfast, and travel Chlang Dao caves. Here you can explore many
different levels of caverns, and there is something for everyone. Those who wish may rent equipment
enabling you to go deep into the caves, and others may prefer to stay close to the well-lit areas.
Continue lo Thaton town on the Burma border for lunch in a local restaurant, and then board a
local boat for the 4 hour boat rlde into Chiang Rai town. There will be sfops atong the way at
local villages.
Thls area has a turbulent history, with different groups vying for controt (the tatest change
happening ín the early 20th century), A number of ethnic groups lncluding the Shan, Yao,
Lisu, Karen & Akha inhabít the areas surrounding Thaton, and there are even a few vlttages of
KMT Chínese natÍonalísts who decades ago made thls theír home-ln-exíte.
After lunch, board local boats for a relaxing ride along the Mae Kok Riverto Chiang Rai. Several
stops will be made to explore villages of local hill tribes (Karen and Lahu) who live along the river.
The Karen's ancesfors supposedly orÍgínated from Tibet, Today there are several hundred
thousand Karen estimated living in Thaíland (especíally on border areas) and they are by far
the largest tríbal group in the Golden Triangle. Sìnce WWll the Karen have faited in attempts
to bulld an autonomoøs súafe in Burma (where they number 7 million), hence they have
experienced little peace. As with many widely-used ethnonyms, (Eskimo; Miao) Karen was
originally applíed pejoratively by enemíes. However, the term åas sínce been claímed by the
Karen themselves as a badge of pride.
The Lahu (about IOO,OOO peopte) are about the 5h targest tríbat ethnic group in Thailand.
The Tai mínoríties (and Thai people) often refer to them by the ethnonym "Mussur", meaning
hunter. The Lahu divide fåemselves into Red, Black, Whíte, Yellow, referring to the tradítional
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Nakorn Phanom Thalþnd: 746/1 Sunthornvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (0)42 513 572 -Fax: +66 (O)42 513 523
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tel: +856 (0)71 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)71 253 194
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color of the¡r dress. Iåese groupíngs however do not function as friþes or clans, as there are
no kín groups above that of the famìly. Lahu comes originally from the Tibeto-Burman family,
and like most of its relatives, it is tonal (7 tones). Written Laåu uses the Latin alphabet and
has been enriched signìfícantly by loanwords from English. Lahu are tradítionally Animist,
but being a minorlty group in the midst of primaríly Buddhist cultures, naturatly Buddhísm ls
also wldespread among Lahu.
We won't spend more than an hour in either village; however you will have a chance to greet the
Village Headman and the village's school teacher. lf on a school day we may meet some of the
students at the school, and we will learn about the village and the modern challenges faced by those
who live there.
Continue by boat to Chiang Ral', and transfer the remaining distance to the Golden Trtangle and the
Hotel over land. Dinner is on your own.
Meals: B, L
Accommodations: lmperial Golden Triangle
(http://www.imoerialhotels.com/qoldentrianqle/index.html )
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After breakfast check out and travel approximately 30 minutes to visit Baan Nana in Mae Sai
(http://www.childlife-maesai.oro/). This organization aims to address the growing phenomenon of
displaced children, by giving them vocational training in restaurant work.
Currently, Chíldlífe provides emergency and long term shelter, including education, medical care,
food and clothing for 140 children. Some of the staff have -experienced life on the street" and are
able to work most efiectively to improve the situation. The center works hard to prevent criminal
activities, and the exploitation of children. Through education, food and shelter they encourage
children and their families to imagine a future beyond a life in the streets, and to gain experience
working together for a better future. Spend the morning at the center with Kru Ngaow (Teacher
Ngaow) and his staff at the center, to learn more about the challenges they face.
Vísit a local hílltribe víllage today, probably Baan Lorcha - an Akha Village Community-based
Tourism Development project. This project was initiated by the PDA (an NGO, see next day's
activities and this link: (htto://www.pda.or.th/chianqrai/ban lorcha.htm). This village is a good
example of truly sustainable tourÍsm; as PDA works hand in hand with the local Akha villagers,
and is one of the best 'hill tribe' visits available. lt is well & equitably managed, and guests will gain
an authentic insight into Akha life.
The Akha generally live in bamboo äouses raised on low wooden stílts in hílly areas.Iñese
huts are divided by gender - one síde Ís for the women, and the other side, occupíed by the
men, is used as a more public area. The Akha subsíst through an often destructíve lorm of
Bangkok Thailand: 386/28 Pelchaburi, So¡ 12, Ratchathewi District, Bangkok 10400 Tet: +66-(0)2-611-1988 Fax: +66-(0)2-611-1989
Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (0)42 513 S72 - Fax: +66 (O)42 513 573
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tet: +856 (O)71 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)71 253 194
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slash and burn agrículture whÍch can result Ín elÍmination of old growth forest, native animal
spectes and serious soil runoff problems. They are expeft farmers who focus on mountaln
rlce, corn, and soybeans that are planted in seasonal såifts. The Akha are also very efîîcíent
hunters, though their prey sometímes includes endangered species. They traditlonally grew
opium for íncome but due to the lnsldious effecfs of this drug, they are lncreaslngly buildíng
up the tourist Índustry, Their commltment to thls ls an excellent example of glvlng up a very
lucrative and stable economy for somethíng legal.
The Akha put a partícularly heavy empåasis on genealogy - they are taught thelr famíly hlstory
at a very early age, and their culture has a strong focus on honoring ancesfors and thelr
parents. Akha relígion ls more accurately descrÍbed as anímism, as they believe ln a world
fìlled with splrlts, both good and bad, that have a definlte physícat ímpact on the world, They
believe ln a natural cycle of balance that, if dísrupted, can result ln illness, hardshlp, or even
death,
Spend a few hours with the localAkha guides exploring the village and learning about the Akha
people. Then return to the hotelto relax before dinner.
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodations: lmperial Golden Triangle
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After breakfast check out and travel to visit the Population & Communíty Development
Assocìatíon (PDA) is probably the oldest and most famous NGO in Thailand. One of its initial goals
was to demonstrate that it was not difficult to implement a community-based family planning project
even in one of the farthest provinces of the kingdom. Concentrating initially on lowlanders, the project
soon expanded to include hill tribe communities which had high rates of mother and child mortality.
One of the reasons for the high rates of mother and infant mortality was poor health conditions and
access to medical services. These basic services were provided by the Chiang Rai office of PDA.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Chiang Rai airport for the flight to Bangkok.
CEI/BKK
Flight number : TG1133
Departs Chiang Rai : 11.10 hrs
Arrives Bangkok : 12.25 hrs
Transfer to your hotel with guide, and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring on your own.
Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with Roger, Mac and NXNE Bangkok Staff.
Meals: B, L, D
Accom modations : U nico G rande Silom http://www. un icoq ra ndesilom.com/
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Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthornv¡chit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tet: +66 (0)42 519 572 -Fax: +66 (O)42 513 523
Luang Prabang Laos: 8/40 Ban Nongkham, Sangkalok Rd., Luang Prabang - Tel: +856 19rt, 254 395 - Fax: +856 (O)71 253 194
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Transfer to the airport very early (most flights to USA leave at 0600hrs, and therefore require check-in
about 0400hrs, and wake up calls about 0330hrs.
Meals: B, L
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Suoolement
May 16-242009 42,900 7,000
ln USD I,300 212
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Exchange rate on Oct lStn 2OO8: (B 4,100) USD 124
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1,300 usD
124 USD
1,424 USD
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- All land transport & transfers as mentioned in itinerary
- Overnight Train ticket to CNX in 1't class couchette
- Domestic flight from CEI/BKK
- Meals as mentioned in itinerary
- Fresh water during meals
- Water and cold towels during transfers
- All entrance fees to the places of visits per itinerary
- Service by English speaking guide
- Allservices as mentioned in itinerary
Pnrce ¡¡or lncluoes:
- lnternational air tickets & airport taxes
- Meals other than those mentioned in the program
- Personal drinks at meal times
- All personal expenses
- Tips to driver, guide and other travel personal
To register for the trip please complete the form on the following slte.
www.north-bv-north-east.com/Chicaoo school tour/signuoform may.html
Bangkok Thailand:386/28 Petchaburi, Soi 12, Ratchathewi Distr¡ct, Bangkok 10400 Tel: +66-(0)2-611-1988 Fax: +66-(0)2-611-1989
Nakorn Phanom Thailand: 746/1 Sunthomvichit Road, Nakom Phanom 48000 - Tel: +66 (0)42 513 572 - Fax: +66 (O)42 513 573
Luang Prabang Laos:8/40 Ban Nongkham, SangkalokRd., Luang Prabang -Tel: +856(0)71 254395-Fax: +856(0)71 253 194
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