Riverine Discovery - Bangkok to Ayuthaya

Saturday: Board the Thanatharee Boat and set off for Ko Kred, an island on the Chao Phraya River, to explore the Mon pottery-making village before continuing to the lively Pathum Thani market filled with a huge variety of local produce. While lunch is served on board, we head upstream to tranquil Maenam Noi before arriving at Baan Chang Noi for the night and enjoy dinner on board.

Sunday: Rise early to offer food to the monks on their morning alms round and after breakfast cycle to explore Baan Chang Noi before cruising to Wat Taku. Set off again by bicycle to explore local villages and their day-to-day life along the river. Rejoin the barge at Wat Kophai and continue to Bang Sadej. By bicycle, visit this famous temple and local orphanage where hill-tribe children receive an education and vocational training. Explore the village and its handicraft industries before continuing to Wat Sawang Arom near Pamok to moor for the evening and enjoy your second dinner on board. 

Monday: After breakfast, visit the lively morning market, village school and local drum-making families. Depart for Ayutthaya and disembark at Wat Prasat around noon.

Services included in the price:
Accommodation: Partitioned dormitory-style sleeping with air conditioning and shared facilities
Meals: Full board
Transport: Transfer by air-con vehicle
Misc: Local English-speaking guide and all activities as specified in the itinerary, including admission fees.

Services not included in the price:
Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary / Tips for guide and drivers / Personal expenses