Grand Circle, you'll remember, is that intelligent company that specializes in older travelers. We recently discussed a few of the group's outstanding educational tours of Hungary and Turkey , two of Europe's economy hot spots. It gets you a lot for your money.
Events begin in Bangkok.
Finally, on Day 11, you venture down to Chiang Mai, the second-largest city in Thailand and home of many reputable cooking schools. With a leisurely six nights at your disposal, you'll be able to visit the renowned Night Bazaar, the oldest temple in Chiang Mai, some lovely riverfront restaurants, and get a probing Thai massage for pennies. As with many of Grand Circle's senior-centric offerings, the tour is sprinkled with fun, educational seminars. Grand Circle doesn't charge a dime more for departures from a hefty list of 18 American cities, even if you're leaving from as far east as Boston, New York, Chicago, or Orlando.