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After check out from hotel, journey on to
Ayutthaya visit the three most famous attractions in Ayuthaya. During the
trip you will visit the principal sights: Wat Sri Sanphet - this important and
outstanding monastery was used as a residential palace in the reign of King
Ramathibodi I. Wat Phananchoeng: This monastery existed before Ayutthaya was
founded as the capital. The principal 19 metres high Buddha image is made of
stucco and is the most revered by the inhabitants of Ayutthaya. Wat Yai
Chaimongkhol: The chedi at this monastery is among the largest in Ayutthaya and
was built by King Naresuan (1590-1605). There are many Buddha images and a
beautiful garden behind this chedi. Continue to
Khao Yai Winery,
one of the largest winery in Thailand for Wine Tasting Tours which include a
tour of the vineyards and the winery as well a wine tasting of the wines
available at the estate. Lunch with a glass of wine will be served during Wine
tasting Tours. Then continue to hotel for checking in.
Accommodation at Phu
Wanalee Resort.
Day 02: Khao Yai (B, L)
Breakfast will be served
at the hotel.
Today, we drive to visit Prasat Hin Phimai, is the largest sandstone
sanctuary in Thailand almost situated in the center of Phimai Ancient city,
which carries a rectangular shape of 665 meters wide and 1,030 meters long. The
Sanctuary has been magnificently restored and renovated ruins and has been
preserved as a National Historical Park. Lunch will be served at local
restaurant.
Then,
proceed to visit one of villages famous for silk weaving in Pak Thong
Chai. Stepping off the minibus in Pak Thong Chai, there is no difficulty in
finding the stores where finished silk products were on sale. We browse in the
stores before meeting a knowledgeable local who is willing to show you the
village's silk weaving process. Local people will guide you through the quiet
and winding back streets of the village; our guide will explain to you the
process of producing silk. First, silkworms are fed upon the leaves of mulberry
trees. Upon maturity, the silkworm creates a cocoon made of silk filaments,
which unwound produces approximately 550 - 730 meters of silk thread. After
visit the village, we will drive back to hotel.
Around 08:00 p.m., head
out on a night safari with your guide to look out for nocturnal wildlife
in the grasslands. Possible wildlife sightings include sambar, porcupine, palm
civet, small Indian civet and barking deer.
Accommodation at Phu
Wanalee Resort
Day 03: Khao Yai –
Kanchanaburi (B, L)
Breakfast will be served
at hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and depart
to Samchuk market in Suphanburi. At
present, Samchuk Market is commonly known as ‘100 Years Old Market’. The
spirits of the old market and the locals’ way of life by the river have never
been changed. The magical spell of Samchuk market has still been enchanting the
younger generations to visit and reminisce the atmosphere of the ancient market
of our grand parents’ era. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. Then
depart to Kanchanburi for visiting the famous bridge and the beginning of the
'Death Railway' is a poignant reminder of the thousands of POW’s and forced
laborers who lost their lives in the Second World War during the construction
works of the railway. Continue to visit the Thailand-Burma Railway Museum,
an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated to presenting
the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway. The fully air-conditioned center
offers the visitor an educational and moving experience. Continue to visit the
War Cemetery before check in at hotel.
Accommodation at Felix
River Kwai Resort (Superior Garden View)
Day 04: Kanchanaburi (B, D)
Breakfast will be served
at the hotel.
In the
morning, pick up from the hotel to Nong Khao Village by local truck. Upon
arrival, start a village tour by local truck; visit the village shrine and a fan
palm orchard in the rice paddy field to observe how the locals collect the palm
products. Try some local products and a variety of tropical fruits regarded the
best in the world. Then the demonstration of ritual to strengthen and comfort
the spirit of the Rice Goddess will enhance your understanding of the role rice
plantation has played in Thai farming society. Return to the village along the
dirt track cutting to through the fields. En route, observe some seasonal
activities and pleasant sight of cattle, patched of lotus, sugar cane and corn
farms. Enjoy learning how to make sticky-rice crisps with local villagers.
Glimpse a cluster of Thai styled houses then earthen pots reflecting the local
belief in their ancestral spirit. Enjoy coffee served with fan palm cake, then
visit the village weaving center. Hand-woven clothes, bamboo handicrafts
and sticky rice or palm clear whisky and wine are available for direct shopping
from the local producers. Return to the temple and transfer back to the hotel.
Late afternoon, transfer
for Thai massage and Ayurvedic Therapy in the splendidly peaceful
location of contemporary Thai House. Then ultimately enjoy the private Thai
cooking class including tips and secrets behind the worldwide reputation of
Thai cuisine that you may never know without directly learning from the local
Thais. Then enjoy having what you have cooked amidst the distinctive warmth and
friendly atmosphere of Thai house. After dinner return to hotel.
Accommodation at Felix
River Kwai Resort (Superior Garden View)
Day 05: Kanchnaburi – (Bangkok
or Cha Am) (B)
Breakfast will be served
at hotel.
Time will be at leisure
until check out and transfer to Bangkok or Cha-am for your overnight hotel.
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