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Bangkok, River & Ancient Kingdoms

04 NIGHTS | 05 DAYS

Bangkok & Surroundings is a compact 5-day private journey combining Bangkok’s temples and waterways with colourful local markets, the historic Death Railway at Kanchanaburi and the ancient capital of Ayutthaya.

From long-tail boat rides and floating markets to royal palaces and riverside heritage, the tour delivers a well-balanced introduction to central Thailand with increasing levels of comfort and exclusive experiences.

FROM

AUD $1,399

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Core

  • Quality 3 star accommodation

  • Comfortable private or shared transfers

  • Essential sightseeing & key attractions

  • Experienced local guides

  • Daily breakfast & selected meals

  • All standard entrance fees included

  • A well-planned itinerary with time to explore

  • Best for: Travellers seeking great value without missing the highlights

Signature

  • Upgraded 4-star accommodation

  • Everything included in Core

  • Additional curated local experiences

  • More included meals & dining experiences

  • Enhanced sightseeing and cultural activities

  • Added convenience and comfort throughout

  • Special Holidayscapes Signature Experiences

  • Best for: Travellers wanting a richer experience with extra comfort and inclusions

Prestige

  • Premium 5 star accommodation

  • Everything included in Signature

  • Exclusive or private experiences where available

  • Premium dining & special destination experiences

  • Additional activities and enhanced inclusions

  • Priority upgrades and added comforts where available

  • Special touches designed to make the journey memorable

  • The highest level of inclusions in the Holidayscapes range

  • Best for: Travellers wanting to experience more with fewer compromises

Day 01

WELCOME TO THAILAND | Arrival in Bangkok

Travel Time: Approx. 30 minutes


Begin your Thai journey with Bangkok’s famous river and canal life.


Arrive in Bangkok, where you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel.
 

In the afternoon, board a traditional long-tail boat for a journey along the Chao Phraya River and Bangkok’s network of canals.
 

Experience local riverside life and stop at Wat Arun, one of Bangkok’s most recognisable temples.
 

Return to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Chao Phraya River • Long-tail boat • Bangkok canals • Wat Arun
 

Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: As per selected tier

Important: Arrival should be before 12:00 noon to operate the planned afternoon program.

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A temple of dawn

Day 02

BANGKOK | Royal Palace & Temples
Travel Time: Approx. 3 Hours 20 Mins.


Discover Bangkok’s most celebrated royal and religious landmarks.


After breakfast, visit the magnificent Grand Palace, once the ceremonial heart of Thailand’s royal family.
 

Explore Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha, before continuing to Wat Pho, famous for its enormous Reclining Buddha.
 

The remainder of the day varies according to your selected Holidayscapes tier, with additional dining and premium experiences available in Signature and Prestige.
 

Highlights:
Grand Palace • Emerald Buddha • Wat Pho • Bangkok heritage
 

Overnight: Bangkok
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 03

BANGKOK - KANCHANABURI | Markets & Death Railway

Travel Time: Local touring


Experience two of Thailand’s most colourful markets before journeying into the historic province of Kanchanaburi.


Depart Bangkok early and visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market, where market stalls sit alongside an active railway line.
 

Continue to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and travel by motorboat through the waterways to the market.
 

After lunch, continue to Kanchanaburi to discover the region’s World War II history.
 

Visit the war cemetery and your selected railway museum before taking a short journey along a surviving section of the historic Death Railway.

Complete the day with a visit to the famous Bridge over the River Kwai.
 

Highlights:
Maeklong Railway Market • Damnoen Saduak Floating Market • Death Railway • River Kwai Bridge
 

Overnight: Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

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Day 04

KANCHANABURI - AYUTTHAYA | Ancient Thailand

Travel Time: Approx. 2 Hrs. 30 mins.


Step back in time as you explore the temples and royal ruins of Thailand’s former capital.


Travel to Ayutthaya, the historic former capital of Siam.

Explore important heritage sites including Wat Phu Khao Thong, the ancient palace area, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit.
 

Later, visit Wat Lokaya Sutha, known for its impressive reclining Buddha.
 

Signature and Prestige guests enjoy additional dining and river experiences during the afternoon and evening.
 

Highlights:
Ancient Ayutthaya • Historic temples • Royal ruins • Reclining Buddha
 

Overnight: Ayutthaya
Meals: As per selected tier

Note : Core does not include the sunset cruise, while Signature adds a shared long-tail boat experience and Prestige includes a more premium river-and-dinner experience.

Day 05

AYUTTHAYA - BANGKOK | Royal Summer Palace & Departure

Travel Time: Local Touring


Complete your journey with one final glimpse into Thailand’s royal heritage.


After breakfast, visit the beautiful Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, renowned for its blend of Thai, European, Chinese and Khmer architectural styles.
 

Return to Bangkok around midday.
 

Enjoy some free time before your transfer to Bangkok International Airport for your onward flight.
 

Highlights:
Bang Pa-In Summer Palace • Return to Bangkok • Airport transfer
 

Meals: Breakfast
 

Important: The earliest recommended international departure is approximately 5:00 pm onwards.

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ADDITIONAL

TIER UPGRADES  | Signature | Prestige

 SIGNATURE

  • Airport meet-and-greet assistance

  • Welcome drink on arrival

  • Upgraded 4★ / first-class accommodation

  • Dinner at The Deck by Arun Residence on Day 2

  • Upgraded riverside lunch at Keeree Mantra on Day 3

  • Lunch at Sala Ayutthaya Eatery & Bar on Day 4

  • Shared approximately 1-hour Ayutthaya sunset long-tail boat cruise

  • Departure assistance

  • Late check-out available subject to hotel availability and additional quotation
     

PRESTIGE

  • Premium 5★ accommodation in Bangkok and Kanchanaburi

  • Premium private touring vehicle

  • Experienced/specialist English-speaking guide

  • Airport meet-and-greet

  • Guaranteed early check-in on arrival

  • Baiyoke Sky Hotel buffet lunch with panoramic Bangkok views

  • Afternoon Tea at 137 Pillars Bangkok

  • Grand Pearl Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya

  • Premium riverside lunch at Keeree Tara Restaurant

  • Lunch at The Artisans Ayutthaya

  • Premium traditional teak rice-barge sunset cruise with Thai dinner around Ayutthaya

  • Guaranteed late check-out until departure

  • Departure assistance

  • Optional premium airport lounge access at additional cost

Core

3★ Selected Hotels
Shared or Standard Sightseeing
Comfortable Transfers
Essential Attractions
Airport Transfers

FROM

AUD $1,399

per person on twin-share basis

Great Experiences | Exceptional Value

Signature

4★ Superior Hotels
Private Sightseeing
Premium Private Transfers
Additional Experiences
Enhanced Dining Inclusions

FROM

AUD $1,799

per person on twin-share basis

More Comfort | More Exepriences

RECOMMENDED

Prestige

5★ Luxury Hotels
Private Touring with Chauffer
Premium Airport Transfers
Exclusive premium Experiences
Premium Dining Experiences

FROM

AUD $2,999

per person on twin-share basis

Luxury Accommodation & Experiences

Tour Inclusions & Important Information. Everything you need to know about what’s included, what’s not, and key travel conditions.

Travel Month
Core (AUD pp)
Signature (AUD pp)
Prestige (AUD pp)
Notes
Nov - Mar-27
1399
1799
3049
Pricing p.p. in AUD on twin-sharing basis
Apr - Oct-27
1399
1799
2999
Land package pricing. Hotel festive/peak-period supplements may apply.
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PRIVATE

GROUP TOURS

Travelling with friends or family? We can curate this fantastic tour as your own private group experience, tailored to your group’s travel dates and requirements.

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