The Sights and Sounds of Bangkok from Hua Hin

The Sights and Sounds
of Bangkok from Hua Hin

Visiting Thailand is not complete when skipping its capital. Bangkok has topped the list on many
international surveys as the place to see, feel and try out. When you opt for a beach-only
stay along the Gulf of Thailand, experiencing Bangkok is a must.

WHY THIS TOUR?

When your single destination for your perfect Thailand holiday is reserved for the Hua Hin / Cha-am region only, one may forget that the Thai capital is brimming with life, and world-renowned religious sites are often left aside.

Bangkok’s metropolis is an eclectic mix of modern with traditional where kerbside street stalls are located next to modern shopping malls and high rise buildings. And in between all of this, jaw-dropping palaces and temples are places to be inspired and awed because of their splendour and royal heritage.

Thailand

Hua Hin - Cha’am

1 Day

Essential Trails

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TRAIL ITINERARY

The Sights and Sounds of Bangkok from Hua Hin

07:00 - 19:00

To showcase the highlights of Bangkok, we leave very early in the morning for a 3-hour drive from Hua Hin/ Cha-am to the Thai capital.

We start the day with the ‘must-see’ Grand Palace. It is an architectural wonder of golden stupas, walls and pillars encrusted in shining and colourful mosaics. Previously the residence of past Kings of Thailand, you will see palaces once used for different occasions; the various halls, the Royal Guest House, and Wat Phra Kaew. The latter is the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand and construction of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha commenced when King Rama I moved the capital from Thonburi to Bangkok in 1785.

Within walking distance from the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, one finds the temple of the Reclining Buddha, better known as the Wat Pho. The temple is regarded as the first centre of public education and is sometimes called ‘Thailand’s first university. Mural paintings, inscriptions, and statues are found here to educate the people on varied subjects such as literature, warfare, and are considered the home of Thai massage. Inside the temple, visitors can admire the gilded reclining Buddha image, measuring 47.5 meters in length.

The last temple of the day is the Wat Traimit, right at the outer borders of Bangkok’s Chinatown. The complex has undergone a modern facelift, but the attraction of this temple is the 5.5 ton heavy Golden Buddha statue, situated at the top of the temple.

Lunch is included at a local restaurant. After all the sightseeing but before we head back to Hua Hin / Cha-am, we include shopping at Bangkok’s shopping institution – MBK. Various floors of clothing, electronics, giveaways and traditional handicrafts await, where even the most avid shopaholic does not want to leave. At the end of the afternoon, we head back to Hua Hin / Cha-am and leaving the City of Angels behind. We expect to return to your booked hotel at around 7 pm.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

EXCLUSIONS

  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated on private basis only with English speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply.
  • Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in Hua Hin and Cha-am only. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as Pranburi, Phetchaburi, Kuiburi, Prachuab Khirikhan and Hua Hin Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
  • We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.
  • We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
  • Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
  • Royal temples and palaces uphold a very strict dress code: it is essential that you dress appropriately during this excursion by wearing clothes that cover shoulders and fall below the knees.
  • Customers wearing shirts with obscene and disrespectful prints and pictures and brightly-coloured clothing may be refused entrance.
  • Certain sights in this excursion may not be photographed for specific reasons. We kindly ask for your understanding by following local regulations.
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
  • The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
  • Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
  • The drive to/from Bangkok is approximately 3 - 3.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

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