Manohra Song: Luxury Cruise on the Chao Phraya River - 3 Days / 2 Nights

Bangkok - Wat Bang Na - Ayuthaya - Bang Pa In

Explore Thailand's past and present capitals on a river cruise that takes you from lively Bangkok to ancient Ayuthaya and beyond. You'll experience this majestic journey on the Manohra Song, a 100-year-old former rice barge that's been coverted into a deluxe river cruiser featuring four air-conditioned staterooms with queen-size beds, in-suite bathrooms, a large living and dining area with bar, plus a sun-deck lounging area. Once aboard this fantastic vessel, you'll understand why people often refer to it as "The Orient Express of the River."

The Manohra Song will travel along the Chao Phraya River, known as the "River of Kings" and home to friendly local citizens and a seemingly never-ending series of sites including modern skyscrapers, important bridges, temples, various boats, houses, and palaces. This major Thai river connects Bangkok to Ayuthaya and the trip promises to be a fascinating one.

Highlights of your journey will include stops at many important Thai temples. In Bangkok, you'll see Wat Arun, the famous "Temple of the Dawn" that dates back to the Ayuthaya period and then check out Wat Pathum Khong Ka, Wat Bang Na, and Wat Phananchoeng as you travel towards the ancient capital. Once you arrive in Ayuthaya, you'll visit Wat Nivet and Bang Pa In, home of the Summer Palace, a complex built by King Prasat Thong in 1632 and formerly used as a summer residence by the kings of Thailand. You'll also have a chance to shop for Thai handicrafts in the district of Bang Sai before boarding the Manohra Song for your final journey towards Bangkok.

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Day 1 - Bangkok - Wat Bang Na (L,D)  

Your fascinating day in Bangkok begins at the Manohra Cruise Pier with a short cruise to Wat Arun (also known as the "Temple of Dawn") before continuing to the Royal Barge Museum to see the incredible collection of the King's personal fleet. Lunch will be served on board the boat as you cruise upstream and a bit later, you'll enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, scones and dainties before a stopping at Wat Pathum Khong Ka to feed the fish (a simple way of earning Buddhist merit). Toward the evening, you'll arrive at Wat Bang Na to watch the sunset and dinner will served in front of the quiet and serene temple before retiring to your cabin for your first night's sleep on the river.  

Day 2 - Wat Bang Na - Ayuthaya - Bang Pa In (B,L,D)  

Once again, get an early start and make merit with the monks at Wat Bang Na and then enjoy a freshly prepared continental breakfast while cruising up the Chao Phraya River to the ancient Thai capital of Ayuthaya (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Upon your arrival, a light Italian luncheon of pasta and salad will be served and then you'll arrive at Wat Phananchoeng to travel by van to Ayuthaya, where you'll spend the afternoon in the company of an expert guide (and possibly ride an elephant). In the evening, take a limousine to Bang Pa In (one of the 16 districts of Ayuthaya and home to the Summer Palace) where you'll rejoin the Manohra Song and enjoy an Ayuthaya-inspired Thai dinner in front of Wat Nivet.  

Day 3 - Bang Pa In - Bangkok (B,L)  

Today you'll take a guided tour of Wat Nivat and a short walk to Bang Pa In before cruising to the Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre to see a variety of Thai houses in regional styles and learn how Thailand's rural people make handicrafts such as fern basketry, silk flowers, hand-woven silk and cotton, silk dyeing, wood carving, miniature hand-modeled dolls and traditional furniture. After a short guided tour, lunch will be served and you'll cruise back down Chao Phraya River for a late afternoon arrival in Bangkok.  

Tour Duration:     3 Days / 2 Nights Tour Operates:    Year Round / On Demand Tour Price:          THB 25,300 per person Please Note:         The price is a guideline and will vary according to travel dates and room availability. The price is based on two people travelling together during high season and sharing a twin or double room.
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Our services include as follows: While you are aboard the "Manohra Song" all meals are included. All tours, guides, admissions and intermediate transfers mentioned in the itinerary are included. Safety boxes are provided in each stateroom.	Our services do not include as follows: Personal expenses. Beverages on board - A full cash bar is available on board, as well as a selection of wines and liquors. Gratuities.
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