A Thailand Culinary & Foodies Tour – Bangkok

Besides being renowned for its unsurpassed charm, magnificent natural beauty and heart-warming hospitality, Thailand has forever known as a Foodies Paradise that draws millions of food lovers from the world over. Explorient is proud to present our food aficionados an opportunity to not only savour these tantalizing delights, but a chance to bring home Thailand’s best-kept culinary treasures that can be relished for years to come.

This tantalizing itinerary boasts a myriad of both enchantment and excitement this sensational Thai Capital has to offer. With its dazzling landmarks and boundless array of entertainment options, Bangkok appeals to everyone and to every whim. Marvel the alluring temples of gleaming spires and golden Buddhas. Haggle your way to incredible bargains at the countless market stalls. Travel back in time to a timeless floating market by long-tailed boat. Dance the night away along the “River of Kings” or bar hop in one of the city’s numerous night spots. Whatever your wish for the most memorable holiday, Bangkok never disappoints.

As for the culinary aspects of your tour, this action packed itinerary features two fantastic cooking sessions at Bangkok’s acclaimed cooking venues including the Blue Elephant Cooking School, a trip out to the famous Damnoen Floating Market, plus visits to city’s popular night food spots. From revered temples to glittering skyscrapers, warm friendly faces to out-of-this-world cuisine. They’re all here.

Get ready for the culinary adventure of a lifetime!

Special discounted airfares are available for this tour — contact us for details.

TOUR INCLUDES:

• 5 nights accommodations at your choice of deluxe hotels listed below
• Half Day Thai Cooking Lesson at Blue Elephant Cooking School
• Full Day Thai Cooking Lesson at Bai Pai Cooking School
• Dinner Cruise & Night Foodies Tour by Tuk Tuk
• Hotel breakfasts daily
• Extensive sightseeing per itinerary 
• Private Tour*: Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional Guides

*except during culinary lessons. Classes are conducted on join basis

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1. Arrive Bangkok
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 5 nights’ accommodations.

Day 2. Bangkok
Enjoy a morning boat ride along the ‘River of Kings’, and its quiet canals. Also visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), and the Royal Grand Palace to see Dusit Hall (Funeral Hall) and the holy Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha). Afternoon at your leisure. This evening, enjoy a night of fun on board Shangri-la Horizon Cruise for a dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya. (B,D)

Day 3. Bangkok (Floating Market – Blue Elephant Cooking Lesson)
Enjoy a private morning tour of the famed Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where villagers transport their agricultural products by canals to the center of trading. In the afternoon, enjoy a Thai Culinary course at the highly acclaimed Blue Elephant Cooking School. (B,L) ***Lesson conducted on join basis with other participants****

Day 4. Bangkok (Bai Pai Cooking Lesson & Bangkok Street Food)
Enjoy a morning Thai cooking lesson at the Bai Pai Cooking School. Afternoon at leisure to relax or shop. Later this evening, enjoy a Night Foodies Tour by Tuk Tuk. This exciting tour visits famous eateries around the city sample local street foods such as Khao Man Gai (Chicken & Rice), Pad Thai or Guay Tiew Kua Gai (Chicken Noodle Soup). Explore the Flower Market followed by a local temple before returning to your hotel by midnight. (B,L,D) ***Transfers & culinary lesson on join basis (non-private) provided by cooking venue***

Day 5. Bangkok 
Full day at leisure to eat, shop and explore Bangkok on your own. (B)

Day 6. Depart Bangkok
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight onward. (B)