FOR CENTURIES, The River of Kings has been the lifeboard of Thailand, carrying with it the history and culture of this proud nation. Flowing down from the fertile central plains for almost 400 kilometers, this birthplace of Thai civilization connects the ancient Siamese capital Ayuthaya with the modern capital Bangkok, where it remains an essential artery in the region's economic life.

Beatifully crafted, Mekhala is a collection of three restored rice barges that provide the setting for daily journeys between Bangkok and Ayuthaya, retracing the paths of former royal processions. Their journey is a fascinating insight into how life on the river has changed over this time

The magic of this voyage is its unhurried pace that captures the subtle colours and moods of life on the river over a 24-hour period. A couple of hours into the journey, the bustle of the city is replaced by the tranquillity of the countryside. Along densely wooded riverbanks, tin and timber homes nestle in the hyacinth-clogged shallows housing families whose lives are still bound by the ancient waterway.

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 bathrooms.

In addition they feature :

• PRICE INCLUDE :
  - 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 qualified crew.
  - Group Insurance.
  
  
• PRICE EXCLUDE :
  - Guide, land services and transportation in Bangkok & Ayuthaya.
  - Other drinks and meals not mentioned in package.
  - Other personal expenses.
  Remark : Check in time at 14.00 hrs.
  
  
• CRUISE DOWN : Bus picks up passengers from major hotels in Bangkok
  CRUISE UP : Bus drops off passengers at major hotels in Bangkok
  
  
• CHILD POLICY :
  - One child under 12 years, sharing a double room with 2 adults (2 adults+1 child), rate is as above
  - Infants (less than 2 years old) are free of charge.
  - One child between 2-12 years sharing room with 1 adult, rate same as adult rate
  - Two children between 2-12 years sharing room together, 75% of one adult will be charged per child
  
  
• Guides are provided only for the visit of Ayutthaya
  
  
• PAYMENT :
  All Bookings are prepaid. Payment by credit card (Only Visa, Master Card, JCB, AMEX) and telegraphic transfer are accepted
  
  
• CANCELLATION/NO SHOW CHARGES : - per person
  - Less than 21 working days prior to departure : 25% of rate.
  - Less than 14 working days prior to departure : 50% of rate.
  - Less than 7 working days prior to departure : 75% of rate.
  - No Show : 100% of rate.