Mini highlight tour 5 days
Experience highlight of Thailand in short stay. Enjoy local activities, history and unforgettable moments.
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ITINERARY
DAY 1
Welcome to Bangkok
After arrival at Bangkok Airport, transfer to your hotel by private driver. Check in and relax. Overnight in Bangkok.
Bangkok 3 nights
DAY 2
Explore Bangkok
After breakfast, meet your guide at the lobby and go together by minivan to the great marble temple in Bangkok, called Wat Benchamabophit. It is regarded one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand, traditional Thai symmetrical architecture designed by Prince Naris, a son of King Rama IV and one of the greatest architects during his time, and fine marble imported from Italy. Inside the main ordination hall you will see the most beautiful Buddha Image. Later we move to Vimanmek Mansion, your Bangkok itinerary wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the world’s largest teak architecture. Vimanmek is the main structure in the complex of Dusit Palace. The design was inspired by Victorian architecture, with interiors finished with five different theme colors: blue, green, pink, ivory and peach. The 81-room mansion now exhibits royal amenities and furniture belonged to King Rama V. It's time for lunch. We go further for a short drive to have Thai lunch at local restaurant by the river. Followed by a boat trip to the small canals to see the local life. It is not a picture that you can see from your country, people spend their daily life along the river. Kids jump from the balcony of their house directly to the river or the sellers row the boat to sell all kind of items you want and much more pictures to be seen by your own eyes. Disembark at the temple of Reclining Buddha or widely known as Wat Pho, was built in the 16th century and regarded as the royal temple of the reign of King Rama I, is famous for two things: (1) the 46-meter-long Reclining Buddha built in 1832 featuring the feet beautifully inlaid with mother-of-pearls and (2) the Thai massage. Wat Pho is also regarded as the country’s first public university as when King Rama III ordered a restoration of the temple, he demanded a revision of lost sciences, segmented into eight categories and engraved them onto several stone inscriptions (later been registered the UNESCO Memory of the World since 2008) so people were free to read and learn—and Thai massage was one of eight the categories. After wandering around wall paintings, you can stop by at the massage pavilion to try traditional Thai massage using ancient techniques to release muscle tensions. A selection of Thai massage courses are also available for you for 1 hour try on your own expenses Later, go back to your hotel with your guide on private minivan. Evening is on your own leisure. Overnight in Bangkok. Read more
Bangkok 3 nights
DAY 3
Visit UNESCO site
Pick up from hotel in Bangkok and 07.00 08:00 Hrs. Assemble at the “La Grande Perle Restaurant”, River City Shopping Complex. 08:30 Hrs. A warm welcome aboard the GRAND PEARL CRUISE LINER, the most luxurious riverboat on the Chaophraya River, which still serves as vital artery of Bangkok city and beyond. We will glide along the picturesque scenes of Thai river life, the uninterrupted lines of buildings, markets, warehouses, shops and magnificent temples as well as the continuous flow of boats going about their daily routines. 08:45 Hrs. Coffee and tea are served while passing Wat Kallayanamitr, one of the most renowned temples. Here there is a huge Vihara or Buddha image hall, decorated with stained glass in accordance with the art of the reign of King Rama III. Next is Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn with its magnificent 79 m spire, the Royal Grand Palace, Thammasart University and the splendid colorful Royal Barges. 10:00 hrs. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi past Koh Kret,they, where, once immigrated from Burma, have guarded their culture and lifestyle for many centuries . The island is known for its pottery, fruits, orchards and famous temples. 11:15 hrs. A sumptuous buffet lunch will be presented with a variety of Thai delights And Western cuisines 12:00 hrs. Disembark at Wat Chong lom, Nontaburi and continue to Ayutthaya by private transport. First visit is Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Then go to your hotel for check in and refreshing. After that, moving closer to the historical town of Ayutthaya. Pick your bicycle for a historical bike ride along the historical road, passing the old temples, ruins, old shop houses , local houses and much more. Lose your time in ancient Thailand and study local culture appeared in the ancient architecture of the sanctuary and some of the holy temples during your visit. Don't forget your camera. The ancient sights of Ayutthaya are one of the most attractive scenery for making amazing photos. Back to your hotel. Time for own leisure at your comfortable hotel. Overnight in Bangkok. Read more
Bangkok
DAY 4
Bangkok – River Kwai
After breakfast, leave for River Kwai with a stop at the unseen train market . Heading to River Kwai, lunch on the way on your own expenses. Visit War Cemetery and JEATH museum. From JEATH museum take motorized-boat for a trip along the river and fantastic scenery to The Bridge over River Kwai. Drive to your hotel for check in and relax. Free evening. Overnight at River Kwai. Read more
River Kwai
DAY 5
River Kwai
After breakfast at hotel, go to Hellfire pass , opened in 1998, it is dedicated to the Allied prisoners of war and Asian laborers who suffered and died at Hellfire Pass and elsewhere in the Asia Pacific region during World War II. The place provides visitors with an audio guide tour to Hellfire Pass (Konyu cutting) and the walking trail. Lunch at local restaurant. From the restaurant, (if we have time) you can walk along the Death Railway to the small cave nearby where was used as a shelter for the prisoners of war when building the railway. After that, take historical train ride along the Death Railway from here. Back to Bangkok End of service Read more
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TRIP PACKAGE
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- Transfer from/to the airport
- Transport during the tour
- Accommodation
- Local guides
- Information services
- Entrance fee
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- Airfare
- Personal expenses
- Visa, consular 76fees or any other formalities.
- Tips
- Beverages
- Additional journeys and transfers
REVIEWS
Mr. Erik S. and Helle W., Switzerland
Chanya, everything was so well arranged from your side and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving us such a memorable and wonderful vacation.
Lise H. and family, Denmark
Dear Chanya, we have only positive feedback. Everything went smooth and easy for us, so thank you so much. We hope to be able to contact you in the future. kind regards
Birthe and John Solove’, Denmark
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