Explore Bangkok with Kat Talks Thai

Your welcome dinner tonight is included at a local restaurant. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

Start at the magnificent Grand Palace to take in the beauty of this sprawling temple complex boasting some of the finest Thai-Buddhist architecture in the entire country. Explore the vast grounds and numerous dazzling buildings, including the highly revered Wat Phra Kaew, home to the prized Emerald Buddha statue dating back to the 14th Century. Afterwards, head across the road to Wat Pho, one of the largest and oldest temples in Bangkok home to more than 1,000 Buddha images. The temple is considered as the first public university in the Kingdom and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage housing one of the oldest massage schools in the country. Continue walking to Museum Siam, housed within a resplendent neoclassical edifice, the museum unveils riveting exhibitions elucidating the essence of Thai national identity, history, and interwoven cultural ties. Immerse yourself in its captivating interactive displays, fostering both enjoyment and enlightenment.

Lunch at a local restaurant near the pier is included. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

You will then walk 5 minutes to the pier and board a traditional longtail boat to meander through the quaint canals, taking in Bangkok's quieter side, the Thonburi side, of the Chao Phraya River. The boat ride down to Klong Bangluang Artist Village is around 30-40 minutes. Each boat can take 8-10 people, so larger groups will be divided accordingly. Lifejackets will be provided upon request.

Following lunch, take a brief 5-minute stroll to the Artist House -- a distinctive venue functioning both as an art space and a community hub. Here, visitors have the chance to delve into local arts, crafts, and performances, with the house renowned for presenting traditional puppet shows that provide insights into Thailand's cultural heritage. Explore craft shops, visit the local temple, and enjoy the serene experience of feeding the fish along the enchanting canals of Thonburi. Conclude your time at Klong Bangluang with a 40-minute private transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

Take a skytrain for 1 station to Taksin BTS Station, then hop on Chao Phraya express boat to Si Phraya pier. Start walking from the pier to Charoenkrung road. Your first stop will be ATT 19, A 120-year-old school that turned into art hub. On the way, you can have a quick visit at Warehouse 30, a creative community complex. Next, walk back to Si Phraya pier and walk through Wanit 2 alley to your next stop, Talad Noi area. Wander around this old Bangkok area through small alley. Continue walking to River Vibe Restaurant and Bar, and stop here for lunch. After lunch, continue walking to Khao Lam circle and stop for some photos with an iconic Optimus Prime statue. Walk to Wat Traimit where an ancient big golden buddha image from Sukhothai Kingdom, older than 500 years, situated and conclude your walking tour here before go back to hotel by van.

Lunch at a local restaurant near the area is included. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

After lunch, you'll take a private transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok.

In the late afternoon, you'll be picked up for a 40-minute transfer to the meeting point where you will start your Bangkok Tuk Tuk Street Food Tour adventure. Then you'll get on a tuk tuk and make about 5 stops during your tour! You'll stop by The Giant Swing, Bangkok City Pillar Shrine, the flower market, a rooftop bar, and at the local market you will try a variety of street food like Thai-style grilled meat, khao kha mu (stewed pork leg), coconut pudding, abd Bua Loi Khai Waan (glutinous rice balls with egg). Afterwards, you'll take a 40-minute transfer back to the hotel after a fun evening out.

Dinner is included as part of the Street Food Tour. You will be trying out a variety of street foods. Please be sure to bring extra cash if you would like to purchase additional food and beverages at your own expense.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

Take a private transfer from the hotel to Mae Kong Railway Market as your first stop en route to Damnoern Saduak Floating Market.

Begin your half-day tour with a scenic drive in a private transfer towards southwest Bangkok to the charming Ratchaburi Province. On the way to Damnoern Saduak Floating Market, take a fascinating detour to the Mae Klong Railway Market, also affectionately known as Talad Rom Hoop, which translates to "closing an umbrella or awning." This unique name reflects the market's extraordinary setup, where vendors swiftly close their awnings to make way for the passing trains right on the tracks. Experience the thrilling spectacle of the train maneuvering through the tightly-packed stalls, a perfect blend of daily commerce and local life. You'll spend around 40 minutes at the market, giving you ample time to explore the stalls, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and watch the train glide through, making for an unforgettable experience.

From the bustling Mae Klong Railway Market, continue with a quick 15-minute drive to a local Sugar Palm farm situated conveniently along your route. This visit offers an insightful look into the production of sugar, demonstrating how the sap from sugar palms is turned into crystalline sugar, a vital ingredient in local cuisine. You'll then arrive at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market! This celebrated market is a vibrant display of local culture and history, reminiscent of a time when rivers and canals were the main transport routes. Explore a variety of boats filled with fresh fruits, flowers, colorful clothing, and assorted souvenirs floating along the waterways. Then, make your way to the historic Lao Tuk Luk Market, also known as the old Damnoen Saduak Market. Operating for over a century, this market maintains its traditional appeal with wooden houses and offers insights into the age-old methods of trading food, snacks, and other items. To fully appreciate this market's atmosphere, consider renting a paddle boat at your own expense. This allows you to weave through the vendor boats and experience the vibrant market scene from the water, providing a unique perspective on this lively trading hub. It is advised to bring cash with you to purchase food and beverages at your own expense.

On the way back to Bangkok, lunch will be included at local restaurant in the Samut Songkram / Amphawa area, which is roughly a 30-minute transfer from the Damnoern Saduak Floating Market. The meal will typically be an a la carte menu shared with water included. Some examples of local Thai dishes you may be having is stir-fried razor clams and boiled salted Thai mackerel. 

After lunch, you'll take a private transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok.

Afternoon - Evening: 1-hour Thai Massage at Mode Sathorn Hotel or free time using hotel facilities.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

(Optional) This is highly requested, so we are going to do this. :) We're hopping on the skytrain to visit the iconic GMMTV building! We'll head up to the merch shop and do some people watching (and hopefully star spotting)!

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

Take a private transfer from the hotel in Bangkok to Kok Na Sai Farm.

Welcome to a local Thai rice farm! Today you will visit and learn about the local community and their work on the rice farm. They'll demonstrate the traditional method of rice production, and then you will get the chance to make a Thai rice pancake. From there, you will begin a cooking class, where you will be taught how to prepare 3-4 Thai dishes using locally sourced ingredients. You'll also have the chance to learn Thai cooking methods on a charcoal stove. Enjoy your lunch before heading back to Bangkok!

Enjoy your creations for lunch! Lunch is included as part of the cooking class. The menu consists of the 3-4 dishes that were created during the cooking class. Water is included.

Take a private transfer from Kok Na Sai Farm back to the hotel in Bangkok.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.

Farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included. Your meal will be a set menu shared family style with water included. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

(Optional) A trip to Bangkok wouldn't be complete without shopping! We'll hop on the sky train and visit the newest mall - Central Park Dusit - to shop, enjoy the rooftop park, and take in the incredible views!

Overnight in Bangkok.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full American, or buffet style. The hotel may offer Thai, American, or intercontinental breakfast options. The exact breakfast provided will depend on your finalized hotel.