4-day Highlights of Bangkok & surrounding

Day 1: Bangkok arrival

1. Bangkok
   1h
   Upon arrival at Bangkok airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. The glorious history of the capital of Thailand, Bangkok is closely linked to the Chakri dynasty that still reigns but does rule in Thailand. Check in at the hotel and free time for your relaxation

Day 2: Bangkok Full day city tour

1. The Grand Palace
   1h · Admission ticket included
   The Grand Palace, Thailand’s most important landmark, where you will be awed by the grandeur and majesty of the building and its throne halls. Then, of course, marvel at the mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand
2. The Chao Phraya River
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Board a long-tail boat sailing up the majestic Chao Phraya River before entering the Khlong that takes us away from the normal tourist trail
3. Wat Khun Chan
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Inside the network of Khlongs guest will stop at Wat Khun Chan which is an interesting temple area rarely visited by tourists
4. Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Crossing a small footbridge leads into the old alleys where a cold coffee can be enjoyed before entering Wat Paknam or the white stupa with a hidden museum. Back in the boat and continue on a beautiful part of the Khlong with a mix of old wooden houses and new modern mansions until reaching an orchid and fruit farm where guest will have time to walk around and see the many types of orchids on display. On the way back to Saphan Taksin pier, a stop will be made to feed the holy catfish in the Khlong

Day 3: Bangkok – Meaklong Market - Damnoen Saduak floating market – Kanchanaburi

1. Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The day starts with a trip to Mae Klong Railway market; a country market has sprouted up along the tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up again moments later when the train has passed
2. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
   1h · Admission ticket included
   continues to very famous touristic Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example to showcase how a floating market originally was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the labyrinth of canals offers the chance to see the old part of the floating market and local lifestyle along the canal side. Off the boat, it is time to enjoy strolling around the colorful floating marketplace bustling with boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.
   For visits falling on a Saturday or Sunday, the tour offers the option of an exploration choosing between visiting Damnoen Saduak or the smaller and less touristy floating market Tha Kha where a short paddle boat tour in the backwaters offering a visit to an old Thai ho Duse making coconut palm sugar.
3. Kanchanaburi
   2h
   transfer to Kanchanaburi for a visit to the World War II memorial including the Cemetery. Lunch served in a floating restaurant next to the Kwai River Bridge. We continue to Wang Pho to feed wild monkeys. Afterwards get on a train ride along the railway from Wang Pho along the river around 30 minutes.

Day 4: Bangkok departure

1. Bangkok
   1h
   The morning would be free to do whatever takes your fancy until you would be transferred to the airport for your flight to next destinations. End of service

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Public transportation options are available nearby