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1: Start your tour with an early morning visit to the
exquisite Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple, which date
back to Bangkok's founding. Then take the expressway to Green
Valley Country Club for lunch and an afternoon round at
this lovely course full of trees and lakes. Robert Trent Jones
Jr has been a little naughty in designing rolling fairways that
slope gently towards the water hazards, causing you to think
twice about your shots Your evening is at leisure, or try
shopping at one of the many malls that stay open until 10 pro.
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2:
Head north towards Bang Pain, for a round at testing Bangsai
Country Club, built like a Scottish links course. Lots of
water, sand dunes and thick rough will give golfers something to
think about. The simple clubhouse adds to the pioneer feel. In
the evening, learn something about Thai culture with a dinner of
traditional Thai dishes accompanied by a stunning classical
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3:
Discover the ingredients of Thai life with a cruise along the
Chao Phraya River to the former Siamese capital of Ayutthaya,
with lunch on board. Stop first at Bang Pa in to see the
fabulous summer palace, with its fairy tale architecture. Then
on to Ayutthaya to see some of the fascinating ruins of this
World Heritage Site. Return to Bangkok by air-conditioned coach
and treat yourself to a fun evening in one of the city's many
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4:
In the east, next to the Gulf of Thailand, Arnold Palmer
designed the attractive Bangpoo Country
Club, whose wide fairways and lack of water hazards
attract many players. Strong sea breezes and fast sloping greens
provide the challenge they seek. In the evening try shopping at
the popular night stalls along Shorn and Convent roads, where
lively bars and discos help end an eventful day. |
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5: Up early to visit the Floating Market at
Damnoen Saduak about 100 kilometres from Bangkok,
where Thais sell goods from small boats, and journey
along small canals winding through the villages.
Return via Nakhon Pathom, whose giant chedi pays
homage to the birthplace of Buddhism in Thailand. Then
onto the Rose Garden Country Resort for lunch
overlooking the peaceful Tachine River, followed by
one of the best cultural shows in Thailand, with
elephants, dancing, and many traditional ceremonies.
Stay overnight in this delightful hotel.
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6:
After breakfast, transfer to the Rose
Garden Golf Club, rated one of the world's top
30 resort courses. Full of flowers and birds - you may
have to shoo swans and peacocks out of your path - the
course is a delight to play on, with double greens on
every hole. Excellent par 5 finishing hole with an
elevated green surrounded by water. The clubhouse
serves excellent Thai and Japanese food. Return to
Bangkok for dinner at one of the well-known seafood
restaurants on the river. |
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7:
Finish your tour with a game at the Robert McFarland
designed Thanont Golf View &
Sports Club, an unusual course completely
surrounded by water. Not surprisingly water hazards
are everywhere, with many island greens providing a
good test of your accuracy. In the evening, relax over
Thai dinner and noisy jazz/blues performances at one
of Bangkok's popular music venues, Saxophone. |
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