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Thailand • Welcome to Bangkok

Wat Arun, The Temple of Dawn

CHAO PHRAYA RIVER

Bangkok

Central World Phloenchit

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The Grand Palace

BANGKOK Welcome to

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Siam Paragon Center

Wat Arun

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MBK Center

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Sukhumvit

Silom & Patpong

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Suvarnabhumi International Airport

The vibrant capital of Thailand is a non-stop whirlwind of entertainment, excitement, sights and sounds, and no visit to the country is complete without soaking up the atmosphere in Bangkok. Its pulsating nightlife and vibrant markets re ect the Thai's determination to enjoy life to the fullest. Steeped in tradition and history, Bangkok lies on a bend in the Chao Phraya River and possesses an amazing combination of temples and palaces, enticing sights, smells and sounds, glitz and glamour, wonderful hospitality and enchantment and excitement at every turn. Haggling at the street markets, eating at hawker stalls and taking tuk tuk rides are must dos.

Experiences • Bangkok houses a variety of unique and spectacular temples. Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, is on the edge of the Chao Phraya River and is best seen from the east side of the river, especially at sundown. • Bangkok is a great place for shopping. From bargains at MBK Plaza to trendy Central World and the high street shops at Siam Paragon, the city has it all. After- dark shopping at Patpong and Asiatique only adds to the dazzling sensory experience. • Thai cuisine is renowned around the world. For food lovers there is a vast choice – from street vendors to fine dining restaurants. • Get a foot massage or a Thai massage; they are usually inexpensive and easy to come by. • The BTS Skytrain is the quickest and easiest way to get around central Bangkok. It runs on two lines – the Sukhumvit Line and Silom Line – linking Bangkok’s central business districts and covering almost all of the central city.

Sightseeing Explore Bangkok and three of its most renowned temples on a half-day City and Temples tour with a visit to the Golden Buddha Temple, the Marble Temple and the Reclining Buddha Temple. The beautiful architecture and intricate details are a tribute to Thai craftsmanship. Enjoy the exciting rides in the extraordinary Dream World amusement park; see the Hollywood Action Show and marvel at the beautifully designed grounds, with its magnifcently sculpted gardens and the Thai Village. Navigate the Klongs, pass by orchards and enjoy the atmosphere of the oating markets on the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

excursion. A visit to the Rose Garden botanical park reveals a typical Thai village with demonstrations of Thai boxing and traditional crafts. Visit the Grand Palace , once a Royal Residence. It is an architectural wonder of golden stupas, walls and pillars encrusted in shining and colourful mosaics. Marvel at the mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in Thailand. Learn authentic Thai recipes in a Bangkok cooking class , where you will prepare popular dishes like pad thai, green curry, or mango sticky rice dishes using local ingredients. Work at a personal cook station and afterwards share a meal at a family-style table.

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