Mekhala River Cruise

The Legendary River Cruise

Welcome aboard the legendary Mekhala for an enchanting journey along the magnificent Chao Phya river ‘River of the King’. The Mekhala, a 35 year old traditional rice barge, was converted several years ago into a unique floating hotel.

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Code:  BKK-14

Program 1:  Cruise Bangkok - Ayuthaya     View>> Boat Details

Daily departure at 14:30 hrs.

Day 1 : Bangkok - Mekhala (D)

Start cruising up the Chao Phraya River with spectacular views of the Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn. Just after the sunset, the MEKHALA docks at Wat Kai Tia, a Thai temple set in a tranquil rural village. An exquisite candlelit dinner of mouth-watering Thai cuisine is served on the deck. Overnight on board in your air-conditioned cabin.

Day 2 : Mekhala - Ayuthaya - Bangkok (B, L)

mekha4.gifA delicious breakfast is served on board. Then depart for Bang-Pa-In where your guide will take you to visit the Summer Palace. Continue by long-tail boat to the ancient capital of Ayuthaya. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the idyllic ruins of the once glorious capital destroyed by the Burmese. In the late afternoon our air-conditioned mini-bus will take you back to your hotel in Bangkok.
 

 

Program 2: Cruise Ayuthaya - Bangkok

Daily departure at 08:00 hrs.

Day 1 : Bangkok - Ayuthaya - Mekhala (L, D)mekha5.gif

Depart from your hotel around 8 a.m. and travel by minibus to Ayuthaya. Upon arrival, visit the archeological site of the once glorious capital destroyed by the Burmese. Lunch at a local restaurant and then travel to Bang-Pa-In by long-tail boat to explore the Summer Palace. After this visit, your guide will drop you off, to board the Mekhala. Cruise down the Chao Phraya River to Wat Kai Tia for a candlelit dinner. Overnight on board in your air-conditioned cabin.

Day 2 : Mekhala - Bangkok (B)

After a delicious breakfast on board, cruise down the river to Bangkok, passing spectacular views of the Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn. Arrive in the late morning in Bangkok.

 

mekha1.jpg (100574 bytes) Mekhala Rice Barge

mekha3.jpg (75127 bytes) Boat Deck in Ayuthaya

mekha2.jpg (105094 bytes) Life of local Thai people along the River bank

Price per person in Thai Baht  Join Tour (Min. 2 Persons)


Program 1: Cruise Bangkok - Ayuthaya

Validity Single Double
01 Nov 07 - 30 Apr 08 13,750 11,600
01 May 08 - 31 Oct 08 11,700   9,650

 

Program 2: Cruise Ayuthaya - Bangkok

Validity Single Double
01 Nov 07 - 30 Apr 08 11,650 9,910
01 May 08 - 31 Oct 08   9,960 8,350



Transfer Rates:

Services Baht

 Transfer from your hotel to Maenam Pier or V.V.

720

 Transfer from Bangkok Hotel or Maenam Pier to  Suwannabhum Airport or V.V.

870

 

Notes

  • From 01 - 30 June'08, there is no operation for annual boat maintenance.
  • The above tour prices include service and government tax.
  • Minimum 2 persons traveling together.
  • Child Rate : Child under 12 years shares a double room with 2 adults charge at 50% from adult rate (double sharing). Infant (less than 2 years old) = free of charge.

Include:

  • 2 days cruise (Join-in) with stops and visits as mentioned in the program.
  • 1 night accommodation on board in double berth air-conditioned cabin.
  • Meal plan as mentioned in the program (1 dinner - 1 breakfast).
  • Coffee, Tea & Water on board and during breakfast.
  • Coffee, Tea, Water & Soft drink during dinner.
  • Services of a qualified crew.
  • One way transfer from Bangkok to Ayuthaya or v.v.
  • Tour in Ayuthaya with English-speaking guide.
  • Lunch at local restaurant in Ayuthaya.
  • Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program.
  • Long-tail boat trip in Ayuthaya.
  • English speaking guide with (private) land services and transportation in Bangkok & Ayuthaya.
  • Group Insurance.

Exclude :

  • Transfer service from your hotel or Bangkok Airport to Maenam Pier or V.V.
  • Other drinks and meals not mentioned in package.
  • Other personal expenses.
  • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverage.
  • Other personal expenses.

 

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