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The Spirit of Thais: A Touch of Thai Life Style
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TNBR0333
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Nontaburi, Thailand |
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Arts & Culture |
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start from $636 per person
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| Duration: |
3 Days / 2 Nights |
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Daily |
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| When? |
TODAY - 31 Oct 2008 |
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Step into various aspects of Thai culture. A cultural trip that lets you learn Thai culinary, explore an island in the Chao Phraya River, stay in a traditional Thai house and enjoy an authentic Thai massage. Nontaburi Guide, More Tours in Nontaburi.
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| Tour Rates: |
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Triple |
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24 May 2008 - 31 Oct 2008
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| Rates
include 7%
VAT tax and 10% hotel service
charge. Major credit cards
accepted. No
extra charge, no minimum |
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Note:
Booking should be made at least
7
days in advance.
The Triple rates are based on a twin sharing room with an extra bed for the third person.
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| Itinerary |
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| Day 1 Bangkok - The Grand Palace - Massage at Wat Pho - Vimanmek Mansion (Lunch, Dinner) |
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Pick up at the hotel in Bangkok and proceed to the City Pillar or Lak Muang Shrine, then proceeding to Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Admire buildings and halls which are currently used for royal and religious ceremonies such as the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest house and the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple.
Afterwards, visit Wat Pho, Bangkok's oldest and largest temple. The temple compound features a large reclining Buddha, demon figures and numerous ancient stupas. This is where you will experience a Thai massage, Wat Pho is also known as Thailand's most recognized traditional Thai massage school.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Vimanmek Mansion. A magnificent structure, Vimanmek Palace is said to be the world's largest golden teakwood mansion. Build in 1900 on the command of King Rama V, this was his summer palace. Renovated in 1982 on the occasion of the bi-centennial anniversary of Bangkok, Vimanmek Palace now houses a collection of photographs, arts and handicrafts commemorating King Rama V. It's treasured as a showcase of Thai heritage for now and future generations. Afterwards, transfer to the hote for check-in and free time at leisure and relaxation.
Meet at hotel's lobby and transfer to Supatra River House for Thai set dinner with a view overlooking the Grand Palace. After dinner, returen to the hotel. Overnight at Royal Princess Larn Luang
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| Day 2 Jim Thomson House – Orchid Market – Ko Kret (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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Breakfast at the hotel
Depart by road to Jim Thomson Museum, a magnificent Thai-style house that contains and extensive collection of Thai silk ware, art objects and antiques. After visit, travel on road to Flower Market, well known as "Pak Klong Talard" center of wholesale for flowers, fruits and vegetables. Then transfer to Nonthaburi for Lunch at Suan Thip Restaurant.
Proceed to the pier for public ferry across the river to Koh Kret, a tiny island in the Chao Phraya River, located in Nonthaburi Province. On this island lives a community of craftsmen famous for their distinctive style of pottery, which dates back many centuries. The potteries are known for their fine, red-black glazed surface and intricate design. They are all hand-made piece-by-piece and you can see the process. People live on Koh Kret and nearby are the descendants of the Mon people, and they have managed to retain the skills of their forefathers.
Dinner and Overnight Thai House
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| Day 3 Thai cooking class at Thai House – Bangkok (Breakfast, Lunch) |
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Breakfast at Thai House.
Take a short tour around the farm and afterwards head towards the ‘Open Air Kitchen’. The cooking lesson begins with your hands on participation in preparing various Thai recipes. Discussions on Thai cooking as well as food tasting will be part of the lesson. The course includes; Introduction of Herbs and Spices, Spicy Thai Pork Salad (appetizer), Hot and Sour Prawn Soup (soup), Thai Fried Noodles (luncheon dish), Yellow Chicken Curry (main dish), Coconut Beef Curry (main dish).
Lunch at Thai House
Then transfer back to hotel in Bangkok or Bangkok International Airport.
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| About the
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The Grand Palace and the Temple of Emerald Buddha
The Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha are attractions that are indispensible in your itinerary to Thailand. If you have come to experience the exoticism of the Orient, you'll find it here at its most dramatic. The huge palace compound, which encloses more than 100 halls and buildings, was constructed in 1782 when Rama I, the first king of the ongoing Chakri dynasty established Bangkok as the Capital of Siam.
It is one of the most photogenic places on earth. Golden spires, fierce statues, shining roof tiles and glittering mosaics - - representing some the country's finest and most experimental architecture -- loom from all directions and the effect can be overwhelming.
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha adjoins the Grand palace and is the most important spiritual center for the Thai people. The temple houses a green Buddha that was carved from a single piece of fine jade in the 13th or 14th century. THe venerated image sits on a high golden throne surrounded by countless gold ornaments.
One of the more subtle yet most significant features surrounding the temple area is a 178-sectioned hand-painted wall mural depicting the story of the Ramayana, the king's battle against evil. Alongside the fantastic, the paintings include many scenes of everyday life in old Siam.
Homestay at Thai House
Make yourself at home and experience the harmonious blending of traditional Thai style and modern living at Thai House. Nestled among tropical fruit trees in a 5-acre charming orchard in Nontaburi and built in traditional style with golden teak, The Thai House consists of three linked houses. In each house, rooms are decorated by intricate carvings on walls and wing-shaped roof and equipped with western-style facilities. Cruising along the Chao Phraya River to a small canal, you will reach The Thai House, where you will be welcomed and treated warmly as a special guest of the family, not just a tourist. The joy of cooking and eating is also the heart of the service. Served on an outer patio, you can enjoy delicious Thai meals while watching picturesque view of the orchard. Thai cooking classes are also available.
Cooking Thai Dishes
Interested visitors can gain a tasteful insight and first-hand experience of authentic Thai food, and cooking, at the elegant Thai House in Nonthaburi Province. This genuine Thai-style teakwood mansion is set in a large garden of fruit trees, orchids and fragrant herbs, aside a small canal. The house is raised off the ground and all rooms, including the kitchen, are designed for open-air use.
Lessons begin after a morning stroll around the Thai House with visitors escorted to an open-air kitchen to learn the secrets of Thai culinary art from a professional chef. The class starts with an introduction to Thai herbs and spices, followed by a hands-on demonstration in the preparation of Thai cuisine.
At the end of the course, visitors enjoy a full, five-course Thai meal in peaceful, homely surroundings. During the meal, chef welcomes more discussion on food preparation and cooking. Those who wish to, can explore the surrounds of the Thai House on bicycle or by boat, or simply spend the afternoon lounging around.
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