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 Cruise
on the river Chao Phraya, in 3 days / 2 nights Ref: RT001A
Departure from Bangkok on Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m.
and arrival at Ayuthaya on Monday at noon
 Day 1: Bangkok / Parkred / Samkok / Mae Nam Noi
08.30 Appointment
at the pier of Pinklao bridge in Bangkok with the English-speaking
local guide. Welcome by the crew of the barge, then departure
on the river Chao Phraya for a 3 days journey in an authentic
Thailand.
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10.00 Arrival at Koh Kred, an astonishing island in the middle of
the river Chao Phraya, that is famous for its traditional potteries
that can be bought from the inhabitants of the Mon ethnic origins.
Discovery of the island on foot, with vidits of religious sites
and local market (about 3-4 km).
12.00 Departure toward Samkok, with lunch on board, then set off by
bicycle for an exploration of the countryside and discovery
of the local community that lives along the river bank. Visit
of the temple Wat Sakae, stop in a local market, then continuation
toward the Wat Chedi Lanière, famous for its Buddha made
of white jade.
14.00 Navigation on the river to Wat Pailom, well known as a winter
nesting ground of the Asian Open bill Stork which migrates
from northern India and Siberia to this unique place
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15.30 Departure
from Wat Pailom and navigation upriver to the unspoilt Mae
Nam Noi, a small branch of the main Chao Phraya River with
beautiful landscapes.
17.30 Arrival at Wat Chang Noi for
the night. Dinner and night on board. |
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2: Mae Nam Noi / Pamok
08.00 Breakfast, then departure by bicycle in the early morning
for the discovery of a village with its local market. Visit
of a countryside school and meeting with the school children
who may ask for a lesson of French or English. Return to
the barge and navigation toward the Wat Taku.
11.30 Lunch on
board, then departure by bicycle to explore the countryside
and the villages along the river Mae Nam Noi, with stops in
handicraft workshops of friendly villagers, or in stalls where
there is always something to buy! |
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15.00 Connection with the barge to Wat Kophai and navigation toward
Bang Sadej for the visit of a temple and an orphanage where
mainly children of ethnic tribes receive education and professional
training. Continuation by bicycle to the main village to discover
the villagers' handicrafts, then free time to appreciate the
friendly contact of the population.
17.00 Depart
to Pamok on the river for the second overnight. Dinner on
board.
Info: At 15 minutes on foot from the barge, an outdoor
bar will be an opportunity to participate in a typical Thai
evening. For more info ask the crew... |
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3: Pamok / Ayuthaya
07.00 Early wake-up for the visit of a local temple and participation
in a food offering to Buddhist monks. Continuation to a
small village and then breakfast on board.
Info: A factory of tom-tom not far from the
pier can be visited, there you can buy a drum at a good
price. Ask your guide!
09.00 Departure
towards Ayuthaya that was the capital of the kingdom from
1350 to1767, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
12.00 Arrival at Ayuthaya train station pier and end of the cruise. |
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Incentives...
Why wouldn't
you rent the barge to celebrate an event in family, to renew
a friendship between friends or to motivate your team?
That is possible in small committee and up to 12 persons. We
can also adapt
the trip outside with VTT for the sports people, prepare a dinner
for a birthday,
provide massages on board or organise a theme cruise according
to your demand, so see you soon! |
 Cruise on the Chao Phraya River
 Destination: Bangkok / Ayuthaya or v.v. (Center Thailand)
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Tour Code: RT001A
Hotel in Ayuthaya:
 Krungsri River Hotel  More info
Ayothaya Hotel More info
Private rental: Private rental of the barge, contact us for special conditions.
Ayuthaya / Bangkok: Departure from Ayuthaya on Wednesday at 8:30 am and arrival in Bangkok on Friday at 6 pm.
Return to Bangkok or continuation towards the North:
By train: the station is located at 100 metres of the pier, and Bangkok is reached in 1:30 hour. There is a night train to Chiang Mai with departure at about 9.00 pm and arrive in the next morning.
By vehicle: according to the destination and the number of participants, transfers can be arranged with supplement to Bangkok or northern Thailand.
The airport of Donmuang (Bangkok) is at 1:00 hour of Ayuthaya, and it is also possible to arrange a flight to the north or the islands of the south.
Info: Bring soap, towel and other personal toilet items, trousers or shorts suitable for cycling, a sweatshirt or a coat for the cool nights, insect repellent, and a sense of adventure!
Remark: Itineraries are given for information only. They can be modified or reorganized, depending on technical or safety concerns that might arise. In this case, only the persons responsible of the group on location are authorized to take the necessary decisions. Concerning the climatic conditions of the moment or all other event out of our control, we cannot be held responsible for the modifications or cancellations that could result, but we will do everything that is in our power to assist you during your stay.
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