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Koh Kret Island Cycling Outing: Exploring Mon Tribe Lifestyle & Savouring Pad Thai Lunch
Khwaeng Lumphini
Embark on an invigorating bicycle ride from Bangkok to Koh Kret Island, where you can explore the unique lifestyle of the Mon tribe and indulge in a delicious Pad Thai lunch. Discover local villages, expansive paddy fields, and the renowned pottery craftsmanship of Koh Kret.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ko Kret - Get your bike at our sun leisure world office located at \n\nBANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, Level 29 The Offices at Central World 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathumwan Pathum Wan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10330 Thailand\n\nFollow a path along the banks of the Chao Phraya River to experience the rhythms of daily life outside the capital city as you pass by villages, temples, and small farms.\n\nNext, head away from the river and into the rural surroundings to see rice paddies and fruit plantations. Koh Kret is home to craftsmen that are known for their distinctive pottery, which features a reddish-black glazed surface and intricate designs. The island’s residents are descendants of the Mon people, and they have maintained their traditional ceramics for generations.\n\nOn the northeastern tip of the island, Wat Poramai Yikawat is an important Buddhist temple featuring a reclining Buddha and a leaning stupa\n\nWe will serve the famous PAD THAI as lunch before finishing the tours.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide provides insightful commentary
- Authentic Pad Thai lunch to savor local flavors
- Bike and helmet included for a safe journey
- Complimentary bottled water to keep you hydrated
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Ko Kret, a petite isle situated in the Chao Phraya River to the north of Bangkok, Thailand, is recognised as a dwelling place of the Mon ethnic group, who are renowned for their exquisite terracotta, exhibited in the Kwan Aman Museum. This indigenous earthenware continues to be crafted in pottery shops strung along the river. The area’s notable Buddhist shrine – Wat Poramai Yikawat, with its resplendent reclining Buddha and a tilting stupa, sits at the northeastern edge of the isle.
- A stimulating bike trip from Bangkok to Koh Kret Island
- The ideal retreat away from the bustling city life
- Delectable local Pad Thai lunch at a riverside eatery
- Encountering local hamlets and sprawling rice fields en route
- Koh Kret is inhabited by artisans famous for their unique pottery
Location
Thailand Travel Agency by Sun Leisure World
Thanon Witthayu
You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, Level 29 The Offices at Central World 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathumwan Pathum Wan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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