Central Thailand Highlights in a Loop 3 Days, Small Group Tour (English Only)
Central Thailand Highlights in a Loop 3 Days, Small Group Tour (English Only)
Central Thailand Highlights in a Loop 3 Days, Small Group Tour (English Only)
3 Days
Visiting: Thailand
Tour operator:
Tour code:
38147
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Spend three unforgettable days on a round-trip adventure that starts and finishes in Bangkok. Discover the region’s ancient monuments, dazzling temples, bustling markets, and even the inspiration for a Hollywood blockbuster, which all help make Thailand the most intriguing country in Southeast Asia. Visit ruins such as those of Ayutthaya, which offer an insight into the grandeur of past glories, and mix and mingle with the locals in some of Thailand’s authentic villages, where the past is very much alive. This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 passengers.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Bangkok - Kanchanaburi (190 Kms - 4Hrs)
Pick-up from your hotel in Bangkok to meet the group and depart from Century Park Hotel at 9:00. Visit the Golden Mount (Wat Saket), which was built outside of the former city walls in the late 18th century. Continue for a walk through the lively neighbourhood of Chinatown, one of Bangkok’s multicultural districts and home of the city’s sizable Chinese community, followed by a visit to Pak Khlong Talat, the largest fresh flower market in Bangkok. This market has all kinds of popular flowers on offer, such as roses, orchids, lilies and much more. After lunch, board a traditional long-tail boat and take a tour through the canals. In the past, Bangkok was comprised of hundreds of small canals, or klong as they are known in Thai, where locals mainly travelled by water. Arrive by boat to Baan Silapin, the Artist's House, which dates back more than 200 years, for a spectacular traditional performing art puppeteer show. Nowadays, this area of canal homes has become a popular attraction and the boardwalk leading to the house now hosts several shops and tiny restaurants. After the show, continue to Kanchanaburi via Nakhon Pathom to visit the Phra Pathom Chedi, the tallest stupa in the world at 127 metres high. Enjoy dinner at your leisure.
- Overnight in Kanchanaburi
Day 2 : Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya (180Km – 4 Hrs)
Hit the road after breakfast at the hotel to visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, and the famous iron bridge over the River Kwai. After lunch, continue onwards to Ayutthaya, which became the second capital of Siam around 1530 after Sukhothai. Enjoy a visit to the Ayutthaya Floating Market. This floating market, located in a large pond with an island in the middle, helps conserve the traditional Thai lifestyle of the Ayutthaya era. With 50 paddleboats and over 200 shops offering local goods and food products, the market offers a memorable shopping and sightseeing experience.
- Overnight in Ayutthaya
Day 3 : Ayutthaya – Nakhon Nayok - Depart Bangkok (195 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
After a tasty breakfast at the hotel, depart by tuk-tuk to visit some of the most important temples and ruins in the historical city of Ayutthaya, including Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Viharn Phra Mongkol Bophit, and the famous tree-entwined Buddha head at Wat Phra Mahathat. After snapping some great photos, continue to the province of Nakhon Nayok and take a tour on a water buffalo cart, which was a traditional way of transport in past times. Before sitting down for lunch, you will have the opportunity to assist the local chefs in preparing a delicious meal, or just to listen to an introduction to authentic Thai cooking class (in English). Enjoy your freshly prepared lunch in a local, simple garden house. After savouring this tasty meal, continue to Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam, the longest dam construction in the kingdom. Afterwards, visit a site of the Royal Project for sustainable farming under the patronage of King Bhumibol, and see rice planting in action. Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, and fresh fruit before returning to Bangkok with drop off at the city centre.
Breakfast and lunch included.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with an English-speaking guide
*Different languages can be combined in our vehicles. There will be a separate guide for each language.
ACCOMMODATION:
- 2 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Kanchanaburi:
Superior Hotel Category = Pung Waan Resort Kwai Yai or similar 4*
Day 2 Ayutthaya:
Superior Hotel Category = Classic Kameo or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 2 breakfasts
TRANSPORT:
- Air-conditioned transportation, transfers as stated in the programme.
- A surcharge will be applied for pick up/ drop off transfers on day 1 and 3 to and from outer hotels in Bangkok
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Golden Mount (Wat Saket),Pak Khlong Talat, the Artist's House,Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, Ayutthaya Floating Market. Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Viharn Phra Mongkol Bophit, Wat Phra Mahathat, Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam, a site of the Royal Project for sustainable farming
What's Not Included
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Gratuity for driver and guide
- Optional tours
- International or domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or visa fees
- Pick-up from outer Bangkok hotels.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents.
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Kanchanaburi:
- Superior Hotel Category = Pung Waan Resort Kwai Yai or similar 4*
Day 2 Ayutthaya:
- Superior Hotel Category = Classic Kameo or similar 4*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Kanchanaburi:
- Superior Hotel Category = Pung Waan Resort Kwai Yai or similar 4*
Day 2 Ayutthaya:
- Superior Hotel Category = Classic Kameo or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.