BANGKOK SIGHTSEEING TOURS

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BANGKOK SIGHTSEEING TOURS

Half day tours

B1 : Royal Grand Palace B2 : City & Temples

B6 : Variety Show at Sampran Riverside B7 : Boat & Barge Cruise

B8 : Ancient City

B19 : Chinatown & Flower Market B20 : Elephant Them Show

B24 : Arts of The Kingdom

B25 : Damnernsaduak & Sugar Palm Industry

Full day Tour

B9 : River Kwai & Damnernsaduak

B10 : Damnernsaduak & Thai Culture Village B10 B: Floating Market & Elephant Theme Show

B11 : River Cruise to Ayuttaya B12 : Pattaya Coral Island

B16 : River Kwai & Death Railway

B17 : Ayutthaya Tour with Elephant Ride B18 : Safari World

B22 : Elephant Ride and Bamboo Rafting B26 : Tiger Temple, River Kwai & War Museum

Night Tours :

- Dinner & Show at Siam Niramit

- Bangkok By Night

- Calypso Show

- Playhouse Theater Cabaret

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B1 : Royal Grand Palace

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily 08.30-12.00 hrs. & 13.30-17.00 hrs. except on national holidays. Price per person Baht 1,250.-

Minimum 4 pax

Visit the Royal Grand Palace, then go through the dazzling Wat Phra Kaew with its revered

Emerald Buddha, the Golden Chedi, Pantheon of the Chakri Kings, a miniature replica of Angkor Wat in Cambodia and the eight colored towers.

Remark : - For Thailand’s sacred temple, please do not ware sleeveless shirts, shorts, divided skirts, tights or mutilated Jeans, and trousers should have full length.

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B2: CITY & TEMPLES TOUR

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 08.30-12.00 hrs. and 13.30-17.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,100.-

Minimum 4 pax

Visit Wat Trimit with its solid golden Buddha. Then go through Chinatown to the flower market at Pak Klong Talad. Visit Wat Po, the temple of the Reclining Buddha. Drive past the Royal Grand Palace along Ratchadamnern Avenue, passing the Democracy Monument, various ministries and government offices, the Royal Plaza and the Marble Throne Hall before visiting the Marble Temple and its galleries where the most beautiful Buddha images in various

positions are kept.

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B6 : Variety Show at Sampran Riverside

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 13.15-17.30 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,160.- Minimum 4 pax

See Thai culture in a skillfully presented show of great beauty and variety. Witness a colourful Buddhist ordination procession, a fingernail dance, Thai boxing, a simple but attractive hilltribe dance, Thai sword-fighting, elephants at work, a folk dance and a traditional Thai wedding ceremony.

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B7 : Boat & Barge Cruise

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 13.30-17.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 900.-

Travel in an express river boat along cool, winding canals, and see Thai rural life. The return journey is slow and relaxed. You travel in a comfortable converted rice barge, where you can sip a long, cold drink.

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B8 : Ancient City

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 08.30-12.00 or 13.30-17.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,700.-

Minimum 4 pax

The Ancient City is the world's largest living outdoor museum, where Thailand's past is re-created in its full splendour. A tour of only a few hours through the 320-acre park will bring to you the most outstanding replicas of Thai architecture, history and way of life.

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B19 : Chinatown & Flower Market

Seat-in-coach tour : Every Tue/Thu/Sat only from 08.30-12.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,200.-

Minimum 4 pax

Drive to Chinatown for a guided walking tour of the area. During this walk you pass Chinese shrines, colourful markets, narrow lanes with tiny shops and houses. In these lanes you will get glimpses inside typical Chinese households. Chinatown has been the main Chinese trading centre since the Chinese community was moved from its old site more than 200 years ago to make way for the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew complex. Then visit the flower market at Pak Klong Talad. A stop will also be made at Wat Suthat with its superb carved wooden doors and the remains of beautiful murals dating from the reign of Rama III (1842-1851). In front of the temple is the tall, spectacular Giant Swing. Then return to the hotel.

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B20 : Elephant Theme Show

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily 13.30-17.30hrs.

Price per person Baht 1,160.- for adults / Baht 580.- for child Minimum 4 pax

Visit Samphran Elephant Ground and Zoo. Watch a crocodile wrestling show, and an elephant show in which the great beasts demonstrate their working skills, play games, dance and are rounded up after a prayer rite to the forest spirits. Also a historical re-enactment of their role in war in ancient Siam

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B24 : Arts of The Kingdom

Seat-in-coach tour : Every Wed/Fri/Sun 0830-1200 hrs.

Price per person Baht 1,050.- for adults Minimum 4 pax

Those who have an eye for beauty should not miss the opportunity to see one of the finest displays of Thai arts and crafts ever assembled. Clad in white Italian Carrara

marble and decorated with impressive fresco paintings dating from the reign of King Rama VI to welcome visiting royalty and dignitaries, the magnificent Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall is worth a visit in its own right. The museum within is the pride of the Thai nation and promised to be a new landmark of the country. In this opulent setting you will discover an exquisite display of hundreds objects meticulously created by artisans trained by Queen Sirikit's SUPPORT Training Center, a foundation where underprivileged

villagers are taught traditional arts and crafts skills. The exhibits here represent the highest standard of beauty and creativity, the result of many years of work

by hundreds of dedicated artisans. The ten stunning masterpieces alone are testimonies of the efforts, attention to detail and artistry paid by all the artisans.

Prior to visiting the museum, you will visit Wat Rajbopit where the curving walls of the buildings are covered with beautiful glazed tiles and the doors are inlaid with mother of pearl, the work of master craftsmen.

Note: Sleeveless clothing and shorts are not allowed.

Ladies are required to wear appropriate length dresses or skirts.

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B25 : Damnernsaduak & Sugar Palm Cottage Industry

Depart early morning for a visit of the bustling floating market at Damnernsaduak with a stop at a sugar palm cottage industry, and taste the rich sweetness of their natural products. Return to Bangkok around 1330 hrs.

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B9 : River Kwai & Damnernsaduak

Minimum 4 pax

Travel by air-conditioned motorcoach and then by boat to Thailand's famous floating market. Also visit the Bridge over the River Kwai of film fame, the War Cemetery of Allied soldiers who perished while building the notorious Death Railway during captivity in World War II, and the War Museum. On the way back stop at Nakhon Pathom, where Buddhism is believed to have first taken root in Thailand and now the site of the country's most massive pagoda, a towering structure covered in copper-coloured tiles. (Lunch included.)

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B10 : Damnernsaduak & Thai Culture Village

Visit the bustling floating market at Damnernsaduak with a stop at Nakhon Pathom where the largest Buddhist pagoda in Thailand is located. Proceed to lunch at the picturesque Rose Garden.

Afterwards enjoy the colourful Thai Village Show - Buddhist ordination procession, sword-fighting, elephants at work, a folk dance and a traditional wedding ceremony.

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B10 B : Floating Market & Elephant Theme Show

Seat-in-coach : Every day from 07.30-17.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,900.- Minimum 4 pax

Immerse yourself in the bustling, vibrant atmosphere of the floating market at Damnersadauk. Then travel to the Samphran Elephant ground and Zoo. Prepare to be amazed by the exciting crocodile wrestling and marvel at the elephant theme show where spectacular historical events, such as the traditional elephant round up and the battle of ancient Siam, are re-enacted. Lunch included.

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B11 : River Cruise to Ayutthaya

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 07.30-17.00 hrs.

Price: Baht 1,900.- net per person

Travel by air-conditioned motorcoach to the picturesque ruins of the ancient capital city of Ayutthaya, then visit the nearby beautiful Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Return to Bangkok in a leisurely cruise along the Chao Phya River in the luxurious air-conditioned Cruise and enjoy a (buffet lunch) sumptuous lunch aboard.

Alternatively, the outward journey may be on Cruise (with lunch), returning by motor coach.

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B12 : Pattaya Coral Island

Full-day tour to Pattaya, the starting point for a boat trip to a nearby island, Koh Larn, for swimming and relaxing. Lunch is provided on the island.

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B16 : River Kwai & Death Railway

Seat-in-coach tour : Every Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only from 07.30-18.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,900.-

Minimum 4 pax

Visit the War Cemetery in Kanchanaburi, 80 miles northwest of Bangkok. Then take a scenic train ride along "Death Railway", crossing the "Bridge on the River Kwai". Lunch at a local restaurant and return by coach to Kanchanaburi. Visit the War Museum, then return to Bangkok.

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B17 : Ayutthaya Tour with Elephant Ride

Seat-in-coach tour : Everyday from 08.30-17.00 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,900.- net Minimum 4 pax

Visit the ancient city of Ayutthaya (1350-1767) now the World Heritage Site.

Start with Wat Chai Wattanaram with was similar to beautiful Khmer’s architecture, Wat Nah

Pramane, the Elephant Kraal, Wat Maha That. Then get some experience of riding on the elephant, pass Wat Phra Si Sanphet and historical center. International buffet lunch will be provided at the Krung Sri Riverside Hotel. After lunch make a sight-seeing through the Ayothaya area (The old city of Ayutthaya) remains for the history. End up the day for luck at Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, which mean great luck and victory, visiting the large chedi. The top of this chedi is visible as soon as one enter the boundary for Ayutthaya. Lunch included.

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B18 : Safari World

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily from 07.30-17.00 hrs.

Price per person Baht 1,900.-

Minimum 4 pax

Safari World is a unique 170-acre wildlife park. You can be driven through the Park, coming

close to giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers and many other animals in their natural habitats. Playful,

intelligent orang-utans perform ingenious tricks, as do dolphins in the Marine Park through

which you can stroll. In the Bird Show you'll see well trained eagles, owls, macaws and

parrots. In the Elephant Show you can see the great beasts performing unexpected feats, and

there's also an exciting stunt show. These shows take place at different times, so you can see

all of them in one visit. Lunch is included.

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B22 : Elephant Ride & Bamboo Rafting

Minimum 4 pax

Kanchanaburi, a large province with rainforests and bamboo jungles only 130 kms west of Bangkok, offers an opportunity to ride on elephant-back and enjoy bamboo rafting without having to go all the way to Chiang Mai. Spend the morning on a 40-minute ride on the bamboo raft followed by

30 minutes on the elephant’s back -- two refreshing experiences. After lunch at a local restaurant, take a short ride on the original Death Railway train passing over a very long wooden viaduct among sheer cliffs, before travelling back to Bangkok.

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B26 : Tiger Temple, River Kwai & War Museum

Seat-in-coach tour : Every Tue/Thu/Sat 08.00-17.00 hrs.

Price per person Baht 2,900.- Minimum 4 pax

The highlight of this full-day excursion is a visit to the remote forest temple of

Wat Pha Luangtabua, some 160 kms from Bangkok. In these beautiful surroundings, dedicated Buddhist monks live with numerous wild animals including ten tigers, which they take for a walk on a leash every afternoon. This is one of the most extraordinary sights you will ever see in Thailand, and is probably unique in the world. In such proximity to the tigers, all visitors must exercise caution, and never act in any way that might disturb or frighten the beasts. In the morning, the tour visits the famous "Bridge on the River Kwai" and the newly-opened War Museum, which has a number of fascinating exhibits. Lunch is provided at a restaurant close to the bridge.

Remark to all tour participants.

Just as with a visit to a game reserve where wild animals are not caged, the tour to forest temple carries a small amount of risk. To ensure maximum safety, all participants must fully comply with all instructions given by the tour guide or the monks.World Travel Service accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury.

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Dinner & Show at Siam Niramit

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily 1800-2200 hrs.

Price per person Baht 1,400.-

This is a must for any person, young or old, who wishes to glimpse Siam’s glorious past. Presented with unforgettable artistry, dedication and professionalism, this spectacular 80-minute show is brought to life by a cast of over 150 talented artists with a wardrobe of over 500 different costumes. Enjoy dinner before the show.

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Bangkok by Night

Seat-in-coach tour : Daily Tue/Thu/Sat 1830-2230 hrs. Price per person Baht 1,500.- Minimum 2 pax

A most unusual tour of Bangkok after dark. First experience the mysteries of Chinatown at night, and explore the bustling Flower Market, with its huge variety of plants and blossoms on foot. Drive past the beautiful floodlit Wat Po and Wat Phra Keow, and along the fortifications of Phra Arthit Road. Arrive at the famous Khao San Road for a walking tour of this unique part of Bangkok, where young travelers from all over the world congregate in an amazing year-round "Mardi Gras" type ambience with street entertainment, markets, and interesting shops of all kinds. It is so unusual that many local people now come here to enjoy the extraordinary sights and sounds. After orientation, your guide will give you plenty of time on your own to browse, shop, explore, or drink and eat as you please. The tour is suitable for all ages, as there are no girlie or Go-Go bars, and love it or hate it, you should not miss seeing it. Wear comfortable walking shoes, and don't forget your camera.

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Calypso Cabaret

Daily Show Time : 20.15 hrs. & 21.45 hrs. Price per person Baht 900.-

Extravagant stage sets, glittering costumes set the scene for Thailand most famous show. Seeing is believing at Calypso show, where all the performers upon the stage are all guys

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Playhouse Theater Cabaret

Operation Days : Every day

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Price per person Baht 900.- (Show ticket only)

Witness a show of live entertainment, twice a night at The Asia Hotel in Bangkok. Live cabaret, theater and lady boy show at its very best featuring beautiful Thai dancers and stunning, stage designs that create scenes from around the world. It is a non-stop rollercoaster of entertainment that ranges through classical ballet, tap, hip-hop, contemporary styles and famous pieces from international musicals