Be fascinated by Kudeejeen, one of Thailand’s most multi-cultural communities where Buddhists, Catholics & Muslims live together harmoniously.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the riverside in Thonburi District, whilst discovering the Portuguese influence which is alive and well in this tiny strip along the river.
Top off your explorations with a yummy cooking & snack-tasting experience with a food master from a Thai-Portuguese family who was featured on CNN channel!
Thai-Portuguese Community Exploration & Royal Cusine Making
About
Local Master

- Cruise along the Chao Phraya River to experience the local ways of life by public boat, Thai-Thai style
- Visit Kalayanamitr temple to pay respect and make wishes for a safe trip & good relationships in life
- Stroll along the community’s small alleys and immerse yourself in the diversity of culture & tradition
- Enjoy a cooking class with the community’s food master; learn how to make crispy golden cups with minced chicken filling (Kratong Thong Sai Sappayak), a rare-to-find dish that was inspired by the fusion of royal Thai and Portugese cuisine
- Learn the story about the community and its people at the Baan Kudeejeen museum, where a wide collection of photo & tools is stored to bring you back through time to the Thonburi and Rattanakosin eras
- Foodie Time! Taste the community’s signature dessert, an old-fashioned family recipe of Portuguese cupcake (Kanom Farang Kudeejeen) that will make your belly very happy indeed!
- Feel positive about your travels! Your trip helps to bolster income for the local Kudeecheen community & create social impact!
Meeting point
BTS Saphan Taksin, Exit 2
Drop off point
MRT Sanamchai
Where you will be
Kudeejeen community
More Info
PRICE
- 2 people = THB 3,150 / person
- 3 people = THB 2,700 / person
- 4 people = THB 2,500 / person
- 5 people = THB 2,200 / person
- 6 people = THB 2,100 / person
- 7 people = THB 2,000 / person
- 8 people = THB 1,950 / person
PRICE INCLUDE
- Activities as stated in the program
- Delicious desserts & soft drink on-the-go tastings
- All entrance fees
- A friendly & experienced licensed English-speaking tour guide
- A bottle of water
- Have what you made for snack
- Transportation: public boat & ferry
- Travel insurance
- VAT 7%
PRICE EXCLUDE
- Pick up and drop off to your doorstep
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Tips / gratuities for tour guide (optional)
WHAT TO BRING
Hat or umbrella, raincoat (during rainy season), camera and open mind and big smile
WHAT TO WEAR
Recommended dress code smart as we will visit worship place. Casual Dress Code: Visitors are required to dress appropriately. Shorts, cutoffs, short skirts, or any garments that do not cover the legs are not allowed. No revealing clothing can be worn ie no sleeveless tops, crop tops. Comfortable clothes as we will be walking
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
No cooking skills required
SMALL NOTE
- Please note all food allergies and restriction upon booking
- For large group or booking with children age 3-12, please contact us at bookme@hivesters.com
- Minimum booking 2 people/trip
- Please note all allergies when booking
- Adult price: Age 13++
- Children price: Age 3-12 - 20% Off adult retail price
- Infant price: Age 0-2 - Free of Charge
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellation made 14 days before activity date > Receive full refund
- Cancellation between 2 -14 days before activity date > Will be charged 50% of the total payment
- Cancellation less than 2 days before activity date > Will be charged 100% of the total payment
- No show> Will be charged 100% of the total payment.