Please note: The registration fee includes the excursion. The fee is nonrefundable if you choose not to participate in the excursion. On the excursion day, meals will be provided at the Hotel for participants who do not join the excursion.
Cultural Excursion to Bangkok
Date: 2 August 2025 | Duration: Full Day | Location: Bangkok, Thailand
As part of the 12th OCPA Accelerator School, participants will enjoy a cultural and scenic excursion to Bangkok. This full-day trip offers a rich blend of historical exploration and relaxing river dining.
The Grand Palace
Built in 1782, The Grand Palace served as the royal residence for generations and remains a spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom. Covering 218,000 square meters, the palace complex includes majestic halls, pavilions, courtyards, and the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
Located within the palace grounds, this sacred temple houses the highly revered Emerald Buddha, crafted from a single block of jade. Though no monks reside here, the temple serves as an important ceremonial site for the Thai monarchy.
Dress Code for the Grand Palace
Visitors are required to dress respectfully when entering the Grand Palace:
🚫 Not allowed:
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Sleeveless shirts or vests
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Short tops or crop tops
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Mini skirts, short pants, or torn pants
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Tight or see-through clothing
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Pajamas or bike pants
✅ Please wear:
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Sleeved shirts or blouses
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Long pants or skirts that cover the knees
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Comfortable walking shoes
Dinner Cruise
Relax and enjoy a scenic dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. The evening includes a buffet dinner with unlimited beer and views of Bangkok’s illuminated riverside landmarks.
Why Join This Excursion?
This visit provides a unique opportunity to experience Thailand beyond the conference setting. It is designed not only as a sightseeing tour, but as an enriching cultural experience that complements the academic focus of the event. Participants will gain a deeper appreciation of Thai heritage, history, and artistic traditions while enjoying a relaxed and scenic journey through one of the country’s most celebrated regions.
We warmly invite all attendees to take part in this special program and explore the legacy of Bangkok together.
(Draft)
OCPA-2025 Excursion to Bangkok
on 2 August 2025
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07.30 – 12.00 |
Depart from Hotel Labaris Khao Yai and travel to Bangkok |
| 12.00 – 13.00 | Lunch at XXXX Restaurant. |
| 13.00 – 15.00 |
Visit The Grand Palace and The Temple of the Emerald Buddha. |
| 15.00 – 16.00 |
Depart from The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and travel to ICON SIAM. |
| 17.00 – 18.30 |
Dinner Cruise, Chao Phraya River Bangkok |
| 18.30 – 23.00 | Return to Hotel Labaris Khao Yai. |
