Take to the tumultuous streets of Bangkok, Learn the secrets of local cuisine at the Thai House, Taste test your own tom yam goong, Shop for spices in lively open-air markets, Visit the Hellfire Pass Memorial, Paddle out to see fireflies, Stay in centuries-old traditional teak houses on stilts
Taste the many exquisite flavours of Thailand in style, taking part in interactive cooking classes at the elegant Thai House. Sizzle, slice, dice and stir away until that spicy tom yam goong is perfect, then sit down and sample the fruits of your labour. After wielding woks and mastering the mortar and pestle, explore historical Kanchanaburi, enjoy Thai hospitality at a traditional homestay and tour the rural countryside.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 2 Accommodation: 2 nights hotel, 2 nights homestay Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle, non air-conditioned local train, boat
Roundtrip airport to hotel transfers are included - transfers must be arranged in advance so please forward us the flight numbers and times at least 14 days prior to departure.
Please no Trip Style: Intrepid Independent Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $50 for meals not included.
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The thriving metropolis of Bangkok offers a wealth of attractions to explore, including the impressive reclining Buddha at Wat Pho.
Day 2
Thai House cooking class
Spend a fascinating day at the Thai House, learning to work a wok and the mortar and pestle. The lessons are held in an outdoor classroom, surrounded by an orchard of mango, banana, papaya and coconut trees and a kitchen garden of herbs and spices. Pick up tips to impress friends at your next dinner party or simply to whip up a tasty Thai meal.
Days 3-4
Kanchanaburi
Visit the open-air market to learn how to identify the key ingredients of Thai cuisine. Pay respects to fallen POWs at the Hellfire Pass Memorial before taking a bike tour of a nearby village and farm. Take a paddle boat out to see magical fireflies, before travelling on to centuries-old traditional teak houses on stilts - home for the night.
Rise early to give alms to monks in their longtail boats. There's time afterwards to talk to friendly locals or take walks through tropical fruit orchards before returning to Bangkok.
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