A full-day excursion takes in the main highlights of Bangkok, including a visit to the Grand Palace and the renowned Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew.

A one hour drive from Hua Hin through the pineapple and coconut plantations of Sam Roi Yod takes us to a typical Thai fishing village, followed by a boat ride to the beach below Phrayanakorn Cave.

Journey towards Ratchaburi province, stopping en route at a sugar palm factory before boarding a boat for a fascinating cruise through canals to the floating market.

Head to Khao Wang, a summer residence on the hillside, and explore Khao Luang Cave, which houses 170 Buddha statues.

Visit a typical Thai fruit plantation that grows bananas, pineapples, mangoes, coconuts and papayas and board a small motor-boat for a leisurely ride down the river.

Visit the famous Maeklong Market, a typical Thai market of exotic fruits and local produce that is situated aside the train tracks.