Bangkok

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Introduction

Bangkok is a city of contrasts. Despite being the country's central role in administration and business, it offers a combination of the old and the new, featuring modern corporate towers with the exquisite golden pagodas, the calm of the temple compound with the frantic bustle of traffic thronged traffics and many others unique contrasts.

Nearly eight million Thais live in the capital. The people are warm and friendly like Singaporeans. Although their primary language is the Thai, there is no language barrier as English is widely used in Bangkok.

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When to Go

The best time to visit Bangkok will be between November and March. It is the time when Bangkok has the least rain and a cool weather.

If you want to experience Bangkok's festive mood, go for the traditional Thai New Year, the Songkran Festival (April 12-13). It is the time where you can see the Thais running around with buckets of water, trying to bless their friends with the water. Have fun mixing with the locals and watch out for the water!

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Cultural Attractions

The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo

A huge compound surrounded by high walls, the palace consists of several building with highly decorated architectural details.

The Royal Chapel, Wat Phra Kaeo, houses the Emerald Buddha, the most sacred Buddha image in Thailand.

Wat Arun - The Temple of Dawn

Wat Arun is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River and can be reached either by road or boat. The most attractive structure in this temple is the 79m high pagoda. A beautiful view of this temple can be seen from the Bangkok side of the river at sunset.

Chao Phraya River

Known as the "Eastern Venice", the river offers one of the best floating markets. Feast your eyes on the unique livelihood of the local Thai and the feeding of the fishes, which lives in abundance in the river.

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Food

Thai dishes are mainly cooked in spices and herbs and served with white rice. Some of the famous dishes include Thom Yam Gung (hot and sour soup) and Gaeng Khiew Wan Gai (A hot green curry with chicken or beef). Although most Thai dishes are hot, there is a reasonable amount of non-spicy food.

Many restaurants offer their own local specialties. Try asking for them to enjoy the best of Thai food. However, please be prepared to spend a little more money for the 'special request'. You might want to try the noodle shops, curry-rice shops and night-markets for more economical food.

Try to at least have a dinner at one of the many dinner theatres that allow one to enjoy the traditional Thai dance.

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Entertainment

Bangkok's nightlife is well known for its bar scene. Nevertheless, its entertainment spotlight doesn't stop there. It is as diverse as the city itself, with traditional ones like the Muay Thai to modern entertainment like the discotheques.

Here are some entertainment highlights:

-Drinking clubs

-Muay Thai (Thai Boxing)

-Shrine Dancing

-Thai Dance Drama

-Traditional Massage

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Shopping

For those who love shopping, Bangkok offers an endless variety of goods at hard to resist prices. Bargaining is expected for the best price. Try to maintain a smile and good manners and you will be able to bargain for as low as 40% more, which of course will enhance your interest in shopping in Bangkok!

There are many shopping areas throughout the city and here are some of the most popular ones:

Chatuchak Park Weekend Market

At this famous Bangkok landmark, you can buy just about everything from clothing to potted plants - a paradise fir browsers and bargain-hunters a like.

Bang Lamphu

Close to the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Bang Lam Phu has a lively market where clothing is a popular buy.

Silom-Surawong-Patpong

In the commercial heart of Bangkok. House dozens of specialist shops and boutiques and shopping plaza, representing the entire major buys. Street stalls also abound, most notably Patpong's famous night market.

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Accommodations

For clients who are interested in our package, we will be offering you the Pathumwan Princess Hotel. As for the free-and-easy package*, the followings are available:

-Amari, Atrium Hotel

-Mercure Hotel

-Prince Palace Hotel, Mahanak

-Royal Orchid Sheraton

* Prices vary according to the hotel being requested.

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Important Numbers in Bangkok

Tourist Assistance Center

Singapore airlines/Silkair

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Our Packages

Day1: Singapore/Bangkok Arrive in Bangkok and proceed to visit the Grand Palace and Wat Arun where you can make offerings to the Emerald Buddha. You will also visit the Wat Pho and see the Four Face Buddha, Phma Phom. After dinner, you may wish to go on an optional tour.

Day 2: Full Day Bangkok City Tour After breakfast, you will take a boat ride on the famous Menam Chao Phraya River and then stop at the famous Wat Arun. Later, you will visit the exciting Safari World and Marine Park where you can see many thrilling animal shows. Dinner and overnight stay in Bangkok.

Day 3: Bangkok/Singapore After breakfast, you will depart for Don Muang Airport for your return flight to Singapore. Tour ends.

Free and Easy

We will arrange for your accommodation and flight. Upon arrival, you will meet our local representative who will then send you to your hotel. We will also give you a complimentary half-day tour after checking into the hotel. The rest of the days are up to you!

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