Bangkok (Laem Chabang)

Bangkok is the capital and largest city in Thailand. It began as a small trading center on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River serving the Ayutthaya Kingdom, the precursor of modern Thailand which existed from 1350 to 1767. The city has vastly modernized and undergone numerous changes, including the introduction of transportation and utility infrastructure in the reigns of King Mongkut and King Chulalongkorn, and quickly developed into the economic centre of Thailand.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Bangkok Historic Homes
Tour Code: LCH-7271
Duration: 4 hours
Retail Value: $119.00
Price: Free

Explore three historic homes and gain an insight into the famous people who've resided in them during this half-day visit to Bangkok.

Depart the hotel for the drive to three of Bangkok's most historic homes. Your first stop will be Jim Thompson's House, built in the Old Thai style. It was the work of Mr. Jim Thompson, an American who came to Thailand at the end of World War II and revitalized the Thai silk industry. His disappearance into the Malaysian jungle remains a mystery to this day. The house, which has been converted into a museum, displays Mr. Thompson's extensive collection of Thai paintings, pottery, Benjarong porcelain and Khmer statues. This famous collection is contained in seven old teak houses set in a lush garden.

Next, you will continue on for a visit to the unique Lacquer Pavilion at Suan Pakkard Palace, home of Princess Chumbhot of Nagara Svarga. Built in the Old Thai style, this picturesque home is adorned with 17th-century murals in gold leaf and magnificent woodcarvings, and a collection of rare antiques representing every aspect of Thai art.

Your tour will conclude with a visit to the home of M.R. Kukrit, a man of many talents. His remarkable career included serving as a recruit in the army, banking, university lecturing, writing, and politics. He also established the first political party in Thailand in 1945, and served as Prime Minister in 1974-1975; the most turbulent period for Thailand and Southeast Asia.

Please note: This tour will depart from and end at the Shangri-La Hotel.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.