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Benjarong Overnight Cruise - 2 Days
Ayutthaya Overnight by Benjarong Cruise; Cruise in luxuary the three main rivers, Chao Phraya River-Pasak River-Lopburi River from Bangkok to visit Ayutthaya "Thailand World Heritage" Ayutthaya, the city of Gods. The Benjarong rice barge offers luxuarious comfort, spectacular scenery and culture. The short program for two days and one night will impress travellers.
Benjarong Boat is a river teak rice barge that has been restored and converted to grace the river as a unique floating hotel on the River of King there is no finer way to view the captivating way of life that exists on the Chaya Phraya river. Choose one of the two intriguing Benjarong Boat Cruises available from Bangkok to Ayutthaya. Or Ayutthaya to Bangkok.
Ayuthaya was the capital of Thailand far 417 years. The city was peaceful and its main activity was about the state affair and trading, which made Ayutthaya on of thd most prosperous cities in Asia. It was know all over the world as "Venice of the East". For over 700 years, the kingdom of Thailand has been a water borne culture and even now the Chao Phraya river is still the nation's main communication artery.
Benjarong Boat Pier is located on Bang Pa-In District of Phra Nakhon Si Syutthaya, where in north of Bangkok about 53 kilometers of 30 minute coming by car on Don Muang - Bang Pa In Toll Way.
Cruising from Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Benjarong 2 days 1 night. Be prepared to experience the simple life of people living by the waters' edge and visit fantastic elaborate temples. The Benjarong Cruise will take care of you in Thai classic style for the whole trip. Visit the Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts, wonderful temples, the Kings' Summer palace and the Elephant Kraal Pavilion. Sightseeing along the both sides of ancient rivers with Benjarong Cruise or cooking class with our chef.
In early morning (Arunsawaat) you can join the people donating food to the monks who pass by. This is a traditional Thai Buddhist beginning to the day; after which fresh breakfast is served. Visit elemental school with our guide and you can learn some Thai too!
The Chao Phraya River is the largest of all rivers in the central part of Thailand. The river is sometimes called the Venice of the East due to the myrid of widely used tribiteries leading to the Chao Phraya. Enjoy a fabulous and impressive journey through the past to the ancient capital city of Thailand, Ayutthaya, with Benjarong Cruise.
Detailed Cruise Itinerary
2 Days
09:00 AM : Check in time at river City Pier (Sri Phraya / Charoenkrung Soi 30) program: A
Cruising time : 2Days 1 Night
| Program: A Bangkok-Ayutthaya ( L/D ): | |
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Day 1
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| 09:00 AM | Arrive at the Benjarong pier. Start program. Get ready at the meeting point Benjarong pier. Once on board you will be met by your Benjarong boat chief Steward and the crew who will be looking after you on your trip. Cold herb juice, coffee & tea and a chilled fresh fruit cocktail will be waiting for you. Boat start cruising the Chao Phraya River. |
| 12:00 AM | Learn how to cook Thai food. Time for Thai cooking course! Enjoy our Thai Cuisine prepared by your personal on-board chef. Spend the afternoon relaxing on board. Thai massage. |
| 13:30 PM |
Cruising to Bang Pa-in Royal Summer Palace. Stop at Bang Pa-in pier. Visit Wat Niwet Thamaprawat. King Culalongkron built Niwet Thamaprawat temple on a small island in the Chao Phraya river near Bang Pa-in Palace in 1878. |
| 17:00 AM |
Stop at Elephant Kraal Pavilion visit the elephant village. Watch elephant taking a bath with their mahouts. If time permits we will visit the elephant nursery where elephent's are delivered and see the young elephants. |
| 19:00 PM | Dinner on board, enjoy the stunning views both sides of the river of architecture, lights and moonlight. Relax and freshen up in your private ensuite. Relax on deck with a glass of wine or digestif before retiring to your state room for your first night on the river. |
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Day 2
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| 06:15 AM | Good morning Chao Phraya River. Join the people in the village in donating food to the monks who pass by. It is believed that people who make gifts (merits) will have a happy and peaceful life forever. Take a guided tour around the local Thai village. Enjoy the village scenery and visit the elementary school. You can even learn some Thai! |
| 07:45 AM | Fresh Breakfast is served |
| 10:00 AM | Stop at WAT PHANAN CHOENG; the oldest monastery in town that founded 26 years before the establishment of Ayutthaya as the capital around 1300. The main building enshrines a huge, seated Buddha image called, "Phrachao Phanan Choeng" or "Loung Pho To" plus, you can learn a simple way of gaining merits by feeding the fish in the pond here. |
| 11:00 AM | Check out, back to Bangkok by minivan. Bon Voyage!! |
Itinerary Remarks: Due to the nature of the cruise, the weather, water condition, local circumstance, prevailing safety factors, the route & itinerary may vary to those published but the content of the cruise will remain similar. The final decision of the actual itinerary will be made by the tour operator's staff on the day of the cruise.
Cruise Prices & Details
All prices are listed in Thai Baht per person or as otherwise stated.Prices may fluctuate due to external factors. Contact us for exact prices.
| 1 Person | 2 Person | |
Adult
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13180 | 21740 |
Child (4-10 Years)
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9500 | 15200 |
Remarks:
Above price are not valid for:
- Valentine's Day (14 Feb' 09)
- Loy Krathong Night (24 Nov' 09)
- Christmas's Eve (24 Dec' 09)
- New Year's Eve (31 Dec' 09)
BANGKOK - AYUTTHAYA EVERY Mon and Thu
AYUTTHAYA - BANGKOK EVERY Tue and Fri
Services Included:
- Welcome drink.
- 2 days cruise (Join-in) with stops and visits as mentioned in the program.
- 1 night accommodation on board in double berth air-conditioned cabin.
- Meal plan as mentioned in the program.
- Coffee, Tea & Water on board and during breakfast.
- Coffee, Tea, Water & Soft drink during dinner.
- Services of a qualified crews.
- English speaking guide with (private) land services and transfers are included in the fare.
- All rates are nett in Thai Baht.
- Transfer to the cruise on departure day are included.
- Personal Accident Insurance covering all Passengers and Staffs.
- The above rates are applicable only if booked through TodayTravelCruise.com website (special rates) and are not available at the Benjarong Cruise.
Services Excluded:
- Personal Expenses.
- Thai traditional massage.
- Non alcoholic, Cocktails, Juice, Wines, Beers, liquors and etc (will be charge separately).
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- Welcome drink.
- 2 days cruise (Join-in) with stops and visits as mentioned in the program.
- 1 night accommodation on board in double berth air-conditioned cabin.
- Meal plan as mentioned in the program.
- Coffee, Tea & Water on board and during breakfast.
- Coffee, Tea, Water & Soft drink during dinner.
- Services of a qualified crews.
- English speaking guide with (private) land services and transfers are included in the fare.
- All rates are nett in Thai Baht.
- Transfer to the cruise on departure day are included.
- Personal Accident Insurance covering all Passengers and Staffs.
- The above rates are applicable only if booked through TodayTravelCruise.com website (special rates) and are not available at the Benjarong Cruise.
| Locations: | Bangkok, Ayutthaya |
| Start Location: | Bangkok |
| Duration: | 2 Days |
| Type: | Rice Barge Cruises, Rice Barge |
| Suitable for: | Individuals, Couples, Families, Elderly, Small Groups, Other |
| Cruise Code: | CTHOBJR |
| Check-In Pier: | River City Pier (Sri Phraya / Charoenkrung Soi 30) / Depart from your hotel in Ayutthaya |
| Check-Out Pier: | Back to Bangkok by minivan / River City Pier (Sri Phraya / Charoenkrung Soi 30) |
| Check-In Time: | 14:00 |
| Departure Day: | Every Day |
| Category: | Join-In |
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