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BKKFD20-PVT/ESG : THE DRAGON RIVER AND LAND OF SACRED DIETIES (Culinary)

Bang Pakong River is the main river of the eastern region covering Chachoengsao and Prachinburi province, known as The Dragon River. The 230 km long river is one of Thailand’s sacred rivers used for royal ceremonies and most abundant which has nourished people's lives along the banks for a long time for consumption, agriculture and fish farming. The river was used as a main transportation route for trading before the construction of roads and other public utilities during the years 1961-1971. Explore the attractions and local life along the river of Chachoengsao province including the old Chinese community at Ban Mai, the most revered Buddha image of the eastern region, Luang Pho Phutthasothorn and popular places of worship with a mixture of Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism and animism. Visit to amazing spiritual sites and the old Thai and Chinese communities of the Dragon River.

Highlights

• Klong Suan 100 years old market

• Wat Sothon Wararam Worawiharn

• Wat Leng Hok Yi

• Ban Mai market

• Wat Paknam Jolo

• Ganesha Garden

• Wat Saman Rattanaram

BKKFD16-LP-AV PVT/ESG : Ancient Lopburi City and Farm Adventure (Nature & Culture)

Explore ancient Lopburi city which once flourished during the era of King Narai the Great who reigned the most prosperous period of Ayutthaya, combining with exciting farm experience where you collect organic herbs and ingredients. Get a chance to try the local way of making salted egg with sweet aroma from pandan leaves. Have fun on the bamboo raft along the large canal where you can swim to your heart content.

Day trip to the see beautiful landmarks in Lopburi city.
Hands on mini-cooking class experience at local farm.
Enjoy Farm to Table lunch, all organic.
Rafting on large canal where you can have fun swimming.

A glimpse of these majestic ruins can stirs your imagination of the ancient civilization during its prime. As one of the oldest city in Thailand, which has a deep history dating back for a millennium ,and has played major roles during the reign of Ayutthaya. Lopburi today gives out a vibe of relaxation and an important agricultural city of Thailand.

KSLT-TK002 PVT/ESG : 4 Days Khao Sok Rainforest Retreat Tour (Nature & Adventure )

Explore Khao Sok National Park near Surat Thani Province, one of Thailand’s best preserved habitats for tropical vegetation and wildlife. It offers evergreen virgin jungle, waterfalls, sparkling clear rivers and streams, limestone cliffs, and many kinds of protected wildlife including monkeys and wild Gaur. Witness the impressive reservoir of the Ratchaprapha Dam or Chiaw Laan Lake known as “Guilin of Thailand” due to its spectacular scenery of limestone islands. Stay at a jungle lodge in a unique canopy treehouse and in the floating rafthouses in the reservoir. Experience the breathtaking beauty of this rainforest oasis !!!

PGKBV01-PPT : Fly Me To Thailand @ Krabi (Culture & Historical Heritage)

Krabi, a province on southern Thailand’s Andaman coast, is an almost otherworldly region of labyrinthine archipelagos, where islands seem to erupt vertically out of the sea and secluded beaches are only accessible by colorfully adorned long tail boats. Krabi’s myriad of bays and coves have sheltered pirates, merchants, and sea gypsies for thousands of years and archaeological evidence indicates that Krabi was originally inhabited as early as 25,000 - 35,000 years ago! With attractions including hot springs, a wildlife sanctuary, sea caves, flourishing coral reefs and exotic marine life, limestone cliffs that draw rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world, and national parks that include the island paradises of Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, one could easily spend weeks in Krabi and leave yearning for more.If that wasn’t enough, Krabi features some of the most photogenic sunsets in Thailand, often accompanied by spectacular displays of cloud to cloud lightning, that are best enjoyed from a beachside bar or restaurant. Meanwhile, with all the tourists spread out among various beaches and islands, life goes on in Krabi Town, the somewhat sleepy provincial capital. Surprisingly few tourists spend time in the charming riverside town, whose hilly streets feature a number of cozy cafes and inexpensive and authentic Thai cuisine is served at an outdoor, riverside evening market. “Town” to most visitors is Ao Nang, a seaside strip of guesthouses, hotels, bars, restaurants, and souvenir shops that continues to grow as tourist arrivals increase, now spreading north into Noppharat Thara, whose quiet, shady beach is part of the national park that includes the Phi Phi Islands. Ao Nang is the major launching point for boat trips to nearby islands and the isolated beaches of Phra Nang Cape, where the famous former hippie enclave of Railey Beach is located. Krabi Province, which lies along the coast of the Andaman sea in Southern Thailand, is a top tourist destination as a result of its plentiful natural attractions including, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, extensive coral reefs, numerous caves and waterfalls, and over 130 islands, including Koh Lanta and the jewels of the Andaman coast, the six islands of Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park. While not the top destination in and of itself, Krabi Town is a charming provincial capital located along the banks of a river that leads to the nearby Andaman Sea. Consequently, Krabi is an important port city for both local fisherman as well as boats ferrying visitors to the nearby attractions, including Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and Railey Beach, one of the premier rock climbing destinations in the world.