Around Bangkok Area 7 Days

Today, we will take the whole day to explore Bangkok – the city of golden temples.

The first destination is the Grand Palace. This huge architecture complex is over 2 sq. kilometers, including 3 main sites: Royal Palace, Royal Office and pagodas (Wat) built in 1770s. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is no longer home of Thailand Royal, most of national significant events takes place there.

Wat Phra Kaew is the most out-standing architecture in complex, built in 1785 when King Rama I moved the capital to Bangkok. Wat Pra Kaew is famous not only for its beauty of unique Thailand Buddhism architecture but also for the sacred jade Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue will bring back fortune and prosperity for the nation.

 Nearby Grand Palace is Wat Pho – the oldest and biggest pagoda in Bangkok with more than 1000 Buddha statues and the huge one sit-back Buddha in gold. This pagoda is also famous for being a birthplace of traditional Thai massage, since there is a traditional medicine school established in 1982, educating the arts of Thai massage.

Then, we will visit Wat Traimit. This pagoda is famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue represents for prosperity and purity, as well as strength and power. The Golden Statue was defined to be built in Sukhothai period, the 13-15th century – one of the most famous periods of Thai Buddhism architecture.

After having lunch, we will board on a boat to pay a visit along the Chao Phraya River, watching the life of local people close by

On route, we stop at Wat Arun, known as the most beautiful pagoda in Bangkok not only for its location on the Chao Phraya’s riverbank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. “Arun” means sunrise, but it is most beautiful in the sunset.

Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night on own.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal:  Breakfast

Early in the morning, after having breakfast, we pay a visit to Meaklong Railway Market - a local market has grown up along the rail tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the sellers quickly clear their stalls, and set them up again when the train has passed.

We continue our way to Damnoen Saduak Floating market, which is specialized in trading fruits, vegetables, etc… by small boat. In the old days, floating markets were formed because roads and means of road traffic have not developed. Due to the demand for buying and selling goods, people gather in the river by means such as boats. Nowadays, despite the fact that the road network has developed everywhere, floating market still exists and develops more and more.

Afterwards we continue the road to the city of Kanchanaburi.

Upon arrival, visit the World War II memorial including the Jeath War Museum, Cemetery. We will take 30 minutes train to experience and enjoy the beautiful view from train along the river. This is one of Southeast Asia's historic railways, the remaining part of the "Death Railway", departing from the provincial capital to the Railway Station from Tonburi (or Namtok) and transfer then city to visit Kwai bridge.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Kanchanaburi
Meal:  Breakfast

After your breakfast, our staff will meet you at your hotel lobby and transfer you to ElephantsWorld:
Morning activities

• Introduction & Safety Rules: Begin your visit with a warm welcome and a brief introduction to safety rules to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
• Meet the Elephants: Step into the park and meet the elephants. Feed them some delicious fruits to form instant connections with these majestic creatures.
• Observe and learn about our elephants: enjoy a stroll through the park to learn more about asian elephants and get to know our own elephants
• Prepare Food for Older Elephants: Help prepare and cook sticky rice and pumpkins for our elderly elephants who need a dedicated diet.

Buffet Lunch

• Savor a delicious Thai style buffet lunch

Afternoon adventures 

• Gather food for the elephants: fetch our elephants’ afternoon snack, cutting banana trees, sugarcane or grass. Alternatively, prepare fruit baskets for the afternoon.
• Feed the sticky rice balls: it’s time to collect to fruit of your efforts and feed the sticky rice your prepared in the morning to our older elephants
• Mud Bath Fun (Elephant Spa!): Watch or participate as the elephants enjoy a relaxing mud bath. It’s a fun moment for everyone!
• River Bath with the Elephants: Accompany the elephants to the river for a refreshing bath and interactive experience.

Get on the transfer and we return back to your hotel for relaxing.

Important Notes

• Activities may vary depending on the needs of the elephants
• Visiting ElephantsWorld is only possible as part of the organized program. Self-guided tours are not permitted for safety reasons.
   

Accommodation: At the hotel in Kanchanaburi
Meal:  Breakfast, Lunch

Today we visit Erawan Waterfall, considered as the most beautiful waterfall of Thailand. This is such an impressive series of seven tiers, each with a shape and character on its own. Originating from the Monglai Stream, water flows down from the hill at height of 2000m and flows into the Khwae Yai River. The waterfall is named after the legendary three-headed white elephant living in the Himavarna forest.

We have your free time there to swim and relax at the waterfall then transfer to Ayutthaya overnight.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Ayutthaya
Meal:  Breakfast
 

Having a breakfast then we will transfer to pay a visit in some sites of Ayutthaya Historical Park, situated in the old city of Ayutthaya. The city was constructed by Ramathibodi I in 1350 and was the capital of Thailand until it was destroyed by Burmese – Myanmar army in 1767. Being a ruin with many temples which characterize this handicraft type of architecture built with red bricks, the park was recognized as World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.

- Wat Phu Khao Thong is a massive pagoda towering in the middle of paddy fields and can be seen from afar. Built by King Ramesuan in 1395, the pagoda is unique with the combination of 2 architectural styles: Thai – style and Mon – style. There is a high golden plated chedi on the top, which makes the pagoda outstanding.

- Wat Phra Sri Sanphet was the most important temple of Ayutthaya and situated within the Ayutthaya Grand Palace grounds. It served as a model for the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok. The highlight of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is 3 towers standing high together in Ceylonese style, has the same architecture with Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.

- Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit is the pagoda in which the bronze Buddha statue in the attitude of subduing Mara is situated. This is one of the biggest Buddha statue in Thailand. It was considered to be built during the Ayuttaya period of King Srongta, who transferred the location from the east side to the west and has been the location since then. After that he ordered to build a dome on top.

- Wat Lokaya Sutha is considered as the sacred place for pilgrims since it’s famous for the reclining Buddha statue, which is the statue of the Blessed Buddha intact compared to other monuments in the entire Ayutthaya ruins. It is also the most important relics in most of those in Wat Lokaya Sutha. Thai people believe that if they paste the golden leaf onto Buddha statues, they will be protected by Buddha.

After finishing your morning temples tour, our staff will bring you straight to Wat Chong-lom Pier and only you get on the cruise to come back to Bangkok.

13:15 Hrs.
Welcome aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner at Wat Chong-lom Pier (Nonthaburi). Sumptuous buffet lunch with a choice of a variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served, while you may relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi, past Koh Kred, The monn community before reaching Bangkok city.

15:00 Hrs.
Coffee will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sights along the River banks such as the colorful Royal Barges House, Thammasart University, Siriraj hospital, The Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn, with its magnificent 79 M. spire, next is Wat Kallayanamitr, one of the most renowed temples.

16:00 Hrs.
Arrival and disembark at the River City Shopping Complex Pier. Transfer back to hotel by air-conditioned van. Arrival in Bangkok, you check in your hotel and relax.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal:  Breakfast, Lunch

The time is on your own until we transfer to the airport for an international flight back to your hometown.

Accommodation: At the hotel in Bangkok
Meal:  Breakfast