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FULL LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
PLEASE NOTE: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION DENOTES DEPARTURE FROM LAEM CHABANG, HOWEVER THE TOUR MAY ALSO OPERATE FROM BANGKOK’S KLONG TOEY PORT. TIMING BREAKDOWNS FOR BOTH OPTIONS ARE PROVIDED BELOW.

In Thailand, all roads lead to Bangkok. It is the spiritual, commercial, intellectual, artistic, and historical centre of the country. The modern façade of the city is imposing, but its dynamic past holds its own among the skyscrapers that line the river, reaching further and further toward the heavens. Bangkok is a city electric with excitement, always in motion and pressing the visitor to take it all in. We invite you to do just that - explore imperial Bangkok and discover why the Thais call it the "City of Angels."

From the pier in Laem Chabang, you will be transferred via air-conditioned coaches (approximately 2 hours) to Bangkok. Upon arrival into the city, begin with Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha). This temple is known for its famous Golden Buddha, constructed during the Sukhothai period. This image of solid gold is three metres high and weighs five and a half tons.

Proceed to Pak Klong Talad (flower market) - a lively, colourful place presenting an excellent opportunity for seeing the rich variety of Thailand’s fresh produce - followed by a visit to one of the city’s most important temples – Wat Pho. Built by King Rama I nearly 200 years ago, the temple houses the gigantic Reclining Buddha. This unique image is 46 metres in length, 15 metres in height and is entirely covered in gold leaf. Wat Pho is also regarded as the first center of public education and is sometimes called "Thailand's First University."

Enjoy a traditional a la carte Thai lunch at a local restaurant before you journey to the grounds of the Royal Palace, where you enter a magical world. Founded by King Rama I in 1782, the palace is the epicentre of Thai history, tradition and culture, providing a window into the city's past as well as a basis for understanding its present. The spectacular Grand Palace complex is an eccentric blend of English Victorian, French, colonial and traditional Thai architecture. Commissioned by King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), the first Thai monarch to visit Europe, the palace was designed by a British architect as a purely Victorian edifice but when the king's councilors strenuously objected to its western facade, a Thai roof was added. Also within this compound is the magnificent royal chapel, Wat Pra Keo, where the most sacred Buddha image in Thailand is enshrined - the Emerald Buddha, carved entirely from a single piece of jade.

From here, take a short stroll to Tachang Pier, where you board your exclusive rice barge for a cruise along the fabled Chao Phraya River. Following your exciting visit to this “City of Angels”, return to the port of Laem Chabang.
 
SHORT LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
In Thailand, all roads lead to Bangkok. Today you’ll explore imperial Bangkok and discover why the Thais call it the "City of Angels." Visits include Wat Traimit Temple, known for its famous Golden Buddha, the bustling flower market and the Wat Pho Temple, home of the gigantic Reclining Buddha. After a Thai lunch, visit the magical Grand Palace, followed by an exclusive cruise along the fabled Chao Phraya River before returning to your ship.
 
TIMING BREAKDOWN FROM LAEM CHABANG PORT
00:00 – 00:20 Disembark and board air-conditioned coach
00:20 – 02:20 Drive overland from Laem Chabang Port into Bangkok
02:20 – 02:50 Wat Trimitr
02:50 – 03:50 Visit flower market
03:50 – 04:50 Lunch at a local restaurant
04:50 - 06:20 After lunch, continue to Grand Palace/Emerald Buddha tour
06:20 – 07:20 Sunset boat cruise on Chao Phraya River
07:20 - 09:20 Transfer back to Laem Chabang Port
09:20 Arrive Laem Chabang Port

Approximate duration: 9¼ hours
 
TIMING BREAKDOWN FROM KLONG TOEY PORT
00:00 – 00:20 Disembark and board air-conditioned coach
00:20 – 00:50 Drive from Klong Toey Port into city
00:50 – 01:20 Wat Trimitr
01:20 – 02:20 Visit flower market
02:20 – 03:20 Lunch at a local restaurant
03:20 – 04:50 After lunch, continue to Grand Palace/Emerald Buddha tour
04:50 – 05:50 Sunset boat cruise on Chao Phraya River
05:50 - 06:20 Transfer back to Klong Toey Port
06:20 Arrive at Klong Toey Port

Approximate duration: 6¼ hours
 
OPERATIONAL NOTES
- PLEASE NOTE: WHEN VISITING THE GRAND PALACE, APPROPRIATE ATTIRE IS REQUIRED. NO SHORTS, SHORT SKIRTS OR SLEEVELESS ATTIRE ARE PERMITTED
- Sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle and boat with local English speaking guide
- Bottled water & wet towel during sightseeing
- Set lunch at a local restaurant with coffee/tea, local bottled water, soft drinks and beer

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