Mekhala
Asia Marine Phuket

River Cruise with Asia Marine, Thailand

2 Days / 1 Night · Legendary River Cruise on The Chao Praya River by Asia Marine
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Legendary River Cruise : 2 days / 1 night

There is no finer way to view the captivating way of life that exists on Thailand's "River of Kings". In a simple one-day river trip on the Mekhala, you can absorb centuries of Thailand's history and culture.
Net rates per person in Thai Baht
Validity Upstream Downstream
Dates Single Double Single Double
01 Jun - 31 Oct 10 10,600  8,050  8,500 6,450
01 Nov 10 - 31 Mar 11 13,100 10,450 10,500 8,400
01 Apr 11 - 31 Oct 11 10,600  8,050  8,500 6,450

* The above tour prices include service and government tax.
* Minimum 2 persons traveling together for join-in tour
* Child Rate: Child under 12 years shares a double room with 2 adults charge at 50% from adult rate (double sharing). Infants (under 2 years old) are free of charge.

PRICE INCLUDES
- 2 days cruise with stops and visits as mentioned in the program
- 1 night accommodation on board in double berth air-conditioned cabin.
- Meal plan as mentioned (1 dinner - 1 breakfast).
- Coffee, Tea & Water on board and during breakfast.
- Coffee, Tea, Water & Soft drink during dinner.
- Services of a qualified crews.
- Group Insurance.

PRICE EXCLUDES
- Guide, land services and transportation in Bangkok & Ayuthaya.
- Other drinks and meals not mentioned in package.
- Other personal expenses.

REMARKS
Check-in time is requested around 14h00.

 
 

Program UPSTREAM (Bangkok – Ayuthaya)
Daily departure at 14:30 hrs. (Except on every Friday, no cruise up)

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 (B) An option for alms offering to monk can be made prior to a delicious breakfast served on board. Then depart for Bang-Pa-In Summer Palace where you will disembark nearby at approx. 10h00. End of Service.

Program DOWNSTREAM (Ayuthaya – Bangkok)
Daily departure at 14h30 (except on every Saturday, no cruise down)

Day 1: Ayuthaya - Mekhala (D) Start cruising downstream from the pier near Bang – Pa – In Palace, captivating the spectacular views of rural life along the “River of Kings”. 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 - Bangkok (B) An option for alms offering to monk can be made prior to a delicious breakfast on board, cruise down the river to Bangkok, passing spectacular views of the Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn. Arrive Bangkok in the late morning.

End of Service.

Option Ground Services in Ayuthaya

PROGRAM UPSTREAM
- Greetings by our guide upon disembarkation at the pier near the Bang-Pa-In Summer Palace of King Rama V. Visit to the Palace.
- Continue by a long-tail boat to view life style of people along the riverside. Followed by a visit to the archeological site of the once glorious capital, Ayuthaya.
- After lunch, our air-conditioned car or mini-bus will take you back to your hotel in Bangkok.

PROGRAM DOWNSTREAM
- The same services will be provided on the reverse itinerary.

 
SERVICES Price / Person (Private) Net rates per person in THB
1 2 3-6 7-14
Tour in Ayuthaya with one way transfer to Bangkok Hotel or V.V with English Speaking guide 5,310 2,970 1,800 1,650

PRICE INCLUDES
- 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.

PRICE EXCLUDES
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverage.

VALIDITY
01 November 2010 – 31 October 2011

 
SERVICES Price / Person (Private) Net rates per person in THB
1 2 3-6 7-14
Transfer from Bangkok Hotel to Wat Yannawa Pier
or V.V with English speaking guide
1,340 680 360 310
Transfer from Bangkok Hotel or Wat Yannawa Pier to Suwannabhum Airport or V.V. without guide (driver only) 920 480 260 270
Transfer from Bangkok Hotel or Wat Yannawa pier to Suvarnabhumi Airport or VV with English speaking guide 1,580 820 440 390
Transfer from Bangkok Hotel or Wat Yannawa pier to Suvarnabhumi Airport or VV without guide (driver only) 1,170 610 330 340

* The above tour prices include service and government tax.

PRICE INCLUDES
- Welcome service at airport
- One way transfer, pick-up or drop off at hotel located in Bangkok city area only, supplement surcharge in case by case is to be reconfirmed for outside city area.
- Private air conditioned vehicle
- Assistance for hotel check-in
- Luggage handling

 

SERVICES Price / Person (Private) Net rates per person in THB
1 2 3-6 7-14
Transfer from Ayuthaya (Bang Pa In) to hotel in Bangkok or V.V. with English speaking guide 3,180 1,600 820 740
Transfer from Ayuthaya (Bang Pa In) to hotel in Bangkok or V.V. without guide (Driver only) 2,560 1,300 660 670
*The above tour prices include service and government tax.

PRICE INCLUDES
- One way transfer, pick-up at the pier near Bang Pa In and drop off at Hotel located in Bangkok city Area only or v.v. supplement surcharge in case by case is to be reconfirmed for outside city area.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Luggage handling
 
SERVICES Price / Person (Private) Net rates per person in THB
1 2 3-6 7-14
Transfer from Ayuthaya (Bang Pa In) to Suvarnabhumi Airport or V.V. with English speaking guide 4,220 2,130 1,080 1,010
Transfer from Ayuthaya (Bang Pa In) to Suvarnabhumi Airport or V.V. without guide (driver only) 3,610 1,820 930 940

*The above tour prices include service and government tax.

PRICE INCLUDES
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One way transfer, pick-up at the pier near Bang Pa In and drop off at Suvarnabhumi Airport or v.v.
- Private air - conditioned vehicle
- Luggage handling

 
Mekhala Boats
Twenty meters long and constructed from huge teak planks, the hundred year-old work horses have been transformed into elegant floating hotels. With capacities of 6, 6 and 9 immaculately appointed, air-conditioned double bed cabins with private western style bathrooms.
In addition they feature:
- Modern safety equipment and lifejackets
- Thai style designs with western comforts
- A deck for sunbathing or lounging
- Audio entertainment, a library, a host of indoor games and a telephone
- A fully-stocked bar
 

Access
The Mekhala is stationed at The Menam Riverside Hotel, nearby Sathorn Road in Bangkok, return transfer from Ayuthaya is included. For trips starting in Ayuthaya, pick ups are either from the airport or hotels in Bangkok by private vehicle.