Immerse Bangkok and Ayutthaya
Immerse
- Flexible Dates
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Duration
Itinerary
Morning arrival in Bangkok, you are picked up and transferred to the hotel. In the afternoon, we take 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. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube. Time is free and overnight in Bangkok.
Meal Plan: No Meal
After breakfast, we visit the Grand Royal Palace, dedicated to the ceremony of the royal family of Thailand. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, which is known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha. After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the lying Buddha.
Afternoon transfer to the Jim Thompson house, in the heart of Bangkok’s city centre: start by learning the story of the American businessman and traveller, 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.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
In the morning, we will depart for Ayutthaya; it takes more than an 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 Buddhas in Thailand. Have lunch on your own account. Afterwards, you will visit Wat Lokaya Sutha. This temple enshrines a large reclining Buddha image. Our last visit will be to 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 favourite summer palace of the King.
At the end of the afternoon, return to the hotel and have free time for relaxation.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer back to Bangkok for transfer to the airport and flight back home.
End of service.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
• Accommodation in the room category indicated in the program or similar (subject to availability)
• Local English-speaking guides as mentioned in the program
• Meals as mentioned in the program: B= Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
• Tours and transfers in private AC vehicles
• Entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
• Excursions by boat as mentioned in the program
• Drinking water bottle on tour days
• Service charges and government tax
Exclusions
• International and domestic airfares
• Early check-in/Late check-out
• Meals and drinks that are not mentioned in the program
• Other services are not mentioned in the program
• International flight tickets and airport taxes in economy class/business class
• Visa fees upon arrival in Thailand (according to the Nationality of the travellers)
• Tips and personal expenses.
• Travellers’ Personal Insurance.
• Any services not clearly mentioned in the program.
• Porters at the hotel
• Surcharge for Peak season; Festivals (if any)
• Airport transfer surcharge for a guide between 10:00 pm and 6:30 am is AUD 37/way
Notes
Hotels used or Similar
Bangkok
3* (superior) - W22 by Burasari (Standard Room)
4* (First class) - Nouvo City Hotel Bangkok (Deluxe Canal Room)
5* (Deluxe) - Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 (Superior Room)
