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Discover Bangkok’s glittering heart on this grand journey along its web of canals. Glide down the Chao Phraya River on a longtail boat past a vibrant array of daily life. Admire the reclining Buddha on a tour through Wat Pho and marvel at the magnificence of the Grand Palace. From the fluid veins of the city, to the spiritual heart of the nation, embark on this voyage of discovery.

• A long tail boat ride along the river and into the klongs
• Visit to Wat Po, the Grand Palace and What Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
• English speaking guide

You begin your trip with a walk down to the Chao Praya River (meaning River of Kings) where you board a long tail boat for a journey along the river and into the klongs (canals) of Bangkok.  In centuries gone by Bangkok was often referred to as the "Venice of the East" with a vast network of klongs through the city which were utilised as a transport network.  With the passage of time many of these klongs have been filled in and converted to roads for more modern forms of transport.  In the Thonburi area of Bangkok many of the klongs survive, the boat trip will provide you with an insight into the lives of people who live along the klongs which seems a world away from the chaotic streets of Bangkok.  The next stop is Wat Po which derives its name from the original Wat Potaram, in 1801 the temple was renamed Wat Phra Chetuphon.  The temple is the centre of the Buddhist religion in Thailand, the countries first university and is still a centre of learning for traditional Thai massage and medicines.  Founded in the 17th century, Wat Po is the oldest Buddhist temple in Bangkok.  Your guide will take you on a trip through the temple complex before heading to the Grand Palace.

Built in 1782 in time for the coronation of King Rama I, the Grand Palace served as the official residence of the King of Siam, the Royal Court and administrative seat of government until the early 1900's.  Despite no longer being the official residence of the king the Grand Palace is still very much the spiritual centre of the nation and used for various ceremonies during the year.  Included in the trip will be a visit to Wat Phra Kaew which houses the revered Emerald Buddha.  Our local guide will take us through the grounds of the palace providing a fascinating insight into this majestic place.  At the end of the trip you are free to continue exploring the area or your guide will assist you in getting a taxi back to your hotel. 

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Casual. Dress according to the weather for that day. Please ensure your knees and shoulders are covered as this trip may visit religious sites.  You will also require shoes that have a closed heel to visit the Grand Palace.

To ensure a real life experience, the group size is limited to 12 passengers.

The route of the klong trip may change depending on the water levels in individual klongs.

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