Mekhala Cruise – Program 2 – Upstream Cruise
Overview
Upstream Cruise with Private Tour in Ayutthaya
An overnight cruise from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with private tour in the world heritage site
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Detailed Itinerary
Dinner
Your excursion starts as the MEKHALA casts off around 1.30 pm from Sathon pier, Bangkok, and heads up the Chao Phraya River, passing the magnificent Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn and observing the way of rural life along the river.
Arriving at Pathum Thani in the afternoon, you will visit a fresh market where local people shop for food, fresh produce and a variety of Thai sweets.
At sunset, the MEKHALA will dock at Wat Kai Tia, a Buddhist temple located in a tranquil rural village. An exquisite candlelit dinner of mouth-watering Thai cuisine will be served on the deck.
You will spend the night on board the boat, in your air-conditioned cabin.
- Boat Trip in Thailand
Breakfast
We start the day by cruising to a small village of Baan Saladang, an aged-old Mon community who migrated from Burma to this area in the early 19th century. The villagers here have successfully maintained their traditional life style, customs and natural surroundings. You will also see a collection of well-preserved typical Thai houses in this charming village.
Afterwards, you can partake of a delicious breakfast.
You will disembark nearby at approx. 09h30 at Bang Pa In Palace pier.
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09h30 Meet with your guide, who will take you to the Bang-Pa-In Summer Palace. Built in the 17th century, this palace complex showcases a collection of different styles of buildings arranged amongst beautifully landscaped gardens with an inspiring water setting. The mansions reflect Chinese, Swiss, Khmer, Thai and European styles of architecture.
Continue by long tail boat to Ayuthaya city. Enjoy buffet lunch at Krungsri River Hotel. After lunch, visit the world heritage site in Ayuthaya, including Wat Maha Dhat, Wat Chai Wattanaram.
Return to Bangkok by car.
- Bang-Pa-In Summer Palace
What's included
- Accommodations (Hotels, resorts or homestays as mentioned in program)
- Meals as indicated in the program (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner)
- Airport and land transfers
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- Tour guides (English speaking or other languages upon request)
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
What's excluded:
- Visa/ passport
- International flight to and/ or from our countries
- Travel Insurances
- Meals/ drinks not mentioned in program
- Peak season surcharges (if any)
- Tips, laundry and gratuities
- Other personal expenses
Cancellation by Customer
Please note that some services such as flights, hotels and other bookings may have cancellation fees once they have been confirmed and paid. Any applicable supplier cancellation fees will be charged to the traveler.
The following are the maximum cancellation fees that may apply:
- After booking confirmation: Any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- 11–20 days before arrival: Up to 20% of the total tour price, plus any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- 3–10 days before arrival: Up to 30% of the total tour price, plus any services already used or any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
- Less than 3 days before arrival, during the tour, or in case of no-show: Up to 100% of the total tour price, limited to 10% management fee and the actual costs incurred, including services already used and any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers
Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or change your trip. We will always do our best to minimize any cancellation costs where possible.
Children Policy
- Children under 5 years old: Travel free of charge when sharing a room and meals with a full-paying adult. Any applicable airfare, entrance fees or additional expenses will be charged separately.
- Children aged 5 to under 11: Pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing a room and services with a full-paying adult.
- Children aged 11 and above: Pay the full adult rate.
Please note: The child rates apply when children share a room and services with a full-paying adult. Additional charges may apply for extra beds, private rooms, special meals or other services requested for children. Child rates may also vary depending on the specific tour, hotel policy and services included.
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