5-day Highlights Of Bangkok & Surrounding

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

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Serene Residence (3-star) or similar

Day 2: Bangkok Full day city tour

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: Chao Phraya River, 780/488 Charoen Krung Road, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120 Thailand
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
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Khun Chan, 1144 Thoet Thai Road, Soi Thoet Thai 28, Bangkok Thailand
Inside the network of Khlongs guest will stop at Wat Khun Chan which is an interesting temple area rarely visited by tourists
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Pak Nam, Soi Pak Nam, Thoet Thai Road Pak Khlong Phasi Charoen, Phasi Charoen, Bangkok 10160 Thailand
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
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Serene Residence (3-star) or similar

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

Stop At: Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub), Si Champa Alley, Mae Klong 75000 Thailand
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
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Damnoun Saduak, Ratchaiburi, Damnoen Saduak 70130 Thailand
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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi Province
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.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Good Time Resort (3-star) or similar

Day 4: Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya

Stop At: Wat Phu Khao Thong (Golden Mount), Phu Khao Thong Subdistrict, Ayutthaya Thailand
visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or the “Monastery of the Golden Mount”, which is located just outside Ayutthaya.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Pratuchai Subdistrict, Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand
Wat Phra Si Sanphet was the holiest temple on the site of the old Royal Palace in Thailand's ancient capital of Ayutthaya until the city was completely destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. It was the grandest and most beautiful temple in the capital and it served as a model for Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit, Pratuchai Subdistrict, Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand
visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, one of the largest bronze Buddha’s in Thailand
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Krungsri River Hotel (3-star) or similar

Day 5: Ayutthaya – Bang Pa-In - Bangkok departure

Stop At: Bang Pa In Palace, Ban Len Ban Len, Bang Pa-in 13160 Thailand
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
No accommodation included on this day.