Scientific Programme

POST CONGRESS EXCURSIONSDAY 2: THE CHARMS OF OLD BANGKOKMeals: Breakfast/Lunch/DinnerAfter breakfast, depart from your hotel in Bangkok andproceed to the City Pillar or Lak Muang Shrine, thenproceeding to Grand Palace and the Temple of theEmerald Buddha. Admire buildings and halls which arecurrently used for royal and religious ceremonies suchas the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the ThroneHall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest house andthe beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple.Afterwards, visitWat Pho,Bangkok'soldest andlargest temple.The templecompoundfeatures a largerecliningBuddha, demonfigures andnumerous ancient stupas. Wat Pho is also known asThailand's most recognized traditional Thai massageschool where you will enjoy a tradition Thai massage.Afternoon Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue toVimanmek Mansion. A magnificent structure, said tobe the world's largest golden teakwood mansion. Buildin 1900 on the command of King Rama V, this was hissummer palace. Renovated in 1982 on the occasion ofthe bi-centennial anniversary of Bangkok, Vimanmeknow houses a collection of photographs, arts andhandicrafts commemorating King Rama V. It's treasuredas a showcase of Thai heritage for now and futuregenerations. Afterwards, transfer to the hote for checkinand free time.Evening: Meet at hotel lobby and transfer to SupatraRiver House for Thai set dinner with a viewoverlooking the Grand Palace. After dinner, return tothe hotel. Overnight in Bangkok at chosen hotel.Includes:- A visit City Pillar, Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple (day 2)- 1 hour Thai massage at Wat Pho (Day 2)- A Visit to Vimanmek Teakwood Mansion (Day 2)DAY 3: BANGKOK – NONTHABURIMeals: Breakfast / Lunch / DinnerMorning Check out and depart by road to JimThomson House Museum, a magnificent Thai-stylehouse that contains and extensive collection of Thai silkware, art objects and antiques. After visit, travel onroad to Flower Market, well known as "Pak KlongTalard" center of wholesale for flowers, fruits andvegetables. Then transfer to Nonthaburi for Lunch atSuan Thip Restaurant.Proceed to the pier for public ferry across the river toKoh Kret, a tiny island in the Chao Phraya River,located in Nonthaburi Province. On this island lives acommunity of craftsmen famous for their distinctivestyle of pottery, which dates back many centuries. Thepotteries are known for their fine, red-black glazedsurface and intricate design. They are all hand-madepiece-by-piece and you can see the process.Check in at the Thai House in Nonthaburi. Dinner andOvernight at the Thai House.Includes- Visit to Jim Thompson House Museum (Day 3)- Visit to Flower Market at Pak Klong Talaad (Day 3)DAY 4: NONTHABURI THAI HOUSE – BANGKOKMeals: Breakfast / LunchTake a short tour around the farm and afterwards headtowards the ‘Open Air Kitchen’. The cooking lessonbegins with your hands on participation in preparingvarious Thai recipes. Discussions on Thai cooking as wellas food tasting will be part of the lesson. The courseincludes; Introduction of Herbs and Spices, Spicy ThaiPork Salad (appetizer), Hot and Sour Prawn Soup(soup), Thai Fried Noodles (luncheon dish), YellowChicken Curry (main dish), and Coconut Beef Curry(main dish).Lunch at Thai House Then transfer back to hotel inBangkok or Bangkok International Airport.Includes- Excursion to Nonthaburi (day 4)- Cooking Class at the Thai House in Nonthaburi (day 4)Price includes:– Tours and transfers as mentioned in the program withprivate transportation and admission fees whereapplicable– Service of local English speaking guide for tours andtransfers– Drinking water and cold towel available during thetours– 2 nights accommodation in Bangkok at chosen hotelwith daily breakfast- 1 night accommodation at Thai House in Nonthaburi- Cooking class at The Thai House- One hour Thai massage at Wat PoPrice does not include:– Any international flight to/from Bangkok– Tours and transfers that not mentioned in theprogram– Meals other than mentioned in the program– Drinks & beverages during your stay– Any personal expenses during the journey, i.e. minibar, laundry, internet connection, etc– Health & Travel Insurance– Visa fees28