Bangkok Trip Overview
Take 4 days to explore Bangkok and the provinces nearby including Kanchanaburi where is an important area for its historical role during World War II and Ayutthaya where is 2nd capital city of Thailand from 1350 to 1767. See the highlights of some of Thailand’s most popular places: the Grand Palace & the Emerald Buddha Temple, the Reclining Buddha Temple, and enjoyable shopping at local markets.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Bangkok, Thailand
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Bangkok, Thailand, Thailand
Take 4 days to explore Bangkok and the provinces nearby including Kanchanaburi where is an important area for its historical role during World War II and Ayutthaya where is 2nd capital city of Thailand from 1350 to 1767. See the highlights of some of Thailand’s most popular places: the Grand Palace & the Emerald Buddha Temple, the Reclining Buddha Temple, and enjoyable shopping at local markets.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok arrival
Stop At: Bangkok, Bangkok
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
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chao Phraya River, 780/488 Charoen Krung Road, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120 Thailand
Afternoon we take boarding on a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and many bustling interior canals that offer fantastic views of local life close by
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Wat Arun, Wat Arun, Bangkok
Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Picnic hotel (3-star) or similar
Day 2: Bangkok Royal Palace – Jim Thomson House
Stop At: The Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Rd, Maharaj Pier next to Wat Phra Kaeo Temple Complex, Bangkok Thailand
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
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jim Thompson House, 6, Soi Kasem San 2, Rama 1 Road Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
transfer to the Jim Thompson house, in the heart of Bangkok’s city center: start by learning the story of the American businessman and traveler, who made it his life’s work to bring Thai silks to the world’s fashion houses, and then explore his remarkable home. This is one of the best places in Bangkok to see traditional Thai teak homes, as Thompson assembled his using historic houses shipped to Bangkok from around the country. Find out what is known — and what remains a mystery — about Thompson’s 1967 disappearance in the Malaysian jungle, then explore the collection of art that he assembled during 25 years in Thailand
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Picnic hotel (3-star) or similar
Day 3: Bangkok – Ayuttahaya
Stop At: Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya Province
we will depart to Ayutthaya; it takes about more than hour to reach the former Thai capital. Witness the glory of the ancient capital through its temple and palace ruins. First you will visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or the “Monastery of the Golden Mount”, which is located just outside Ayutthaya. Then you will proceed to the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. You will also visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, one of the largest bronze Buddha’s in Thailand
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bang Pa In Palace, Ban Len, Bang Pa-in 13160 Thailand
you will visit Wat Lokaya Sutha. This temple enshrines a large reclining Buddha image. Our last visit will be the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. The palace showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It’s the favorite summer palace of the King
Duration: 45 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Picnic hotel (3-star) or similar
Day 4: Ayuttahaya – Bangkok departure
Stop At: Bangkok, Bangkok
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
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
