Bangkok Private Custom Day Tour with Hotel Pickup
Highlights
- Private tour for your party only
- English-speaking licensed guide
- 5h - 8h tour at a steady pace
- Departs from Bangkok
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
This is a private day in Bangkok built around your own route. A licensed English-speaking guide takes you around in a private sedan or minivan, and you choose from a list of twelve stops that runs from the Grand Palace to the big shopping malls. It suits a party of up to five who would rather set their own pace than follow a fixed coach itinerary.
What the day looks like
The tour runs for five to eight hours and the stops are yours to pick. The itinerary groups them like this:
- Palace and temples: the Grand Palace, Wat Pho for the Reclining Buddha, and Wat Arun, each given 60 minutes.
- Thonburi: a long-tail boat along the canals of the old capital, also 60 minutes.
- Markets and green space: Wang Lang Market, the Pak Khlong Talat flower market and Lumpini Park, 30 minutes each.
- Museums: the Snake Farm (Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute) and Jim Thompson House, 30 minutes each.
- Shopping: MBK Center, ICONSIAM and Siam Paragon, 30 minutes each.
Do the sums before you choose. All twelve stops add up to eight hours at the sites alone, before any driving, so a realistic day covers a handful. Your guide can also mix in public transport, tuk-tuk, taxi or the boat to get between them.
Good to know
- Included: the licensed guide, a private sedan or minivan, and pickup from your hotel with a return if you want one. Travel within a 35 km radius is covered.
- Not included: entry to the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun, or lunch. The itinerary also marks the Snake Farm, Jim Thompson House and the Thonburi boat ride as paid extras.
- The van fits up to five people, and the tour is in English.
Itinerary
The Grand Palace
(Option 1 Entry fee is 500THB per person) The Grand Palace: Bangkok's Historic Heart In 1782, the new King strategically relocated the capital to the left bank of the Chao Phraya River, using the western canals for defense. Here, the Grand Palace was built, becoming the center of Bangkok. This sprawling complex covers 218,000 square meters and is encircled by 19,000 meters of crenellated walls. Much like the palaces in the former capitals of Sukhothai and Ayutthaya, it features residential and throne halls, administrative buildings, and a royal temple.
Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahaviharn
(Option 2 Entry fee is 300THB) Wat Pho: A Historic Hub of Thai Culture Wat Pho, famously known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, boasts a long history, with its origins tracing back to the 16th century. It underwent major renovations and expansions during the reigns of King Rama I and Rama III of the Chakri Dynasty. Today, Wat Pho is renowned for three key aspects: its impressive Reclining Buddha statue, its significance as a hub for Thai traditional medicine and massage, and its distinction as Thailand's first public university.
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
(Option 3 Entry fee is 200THB per person) Wat Arun: Bangkok's Iconic Temple of Dawn Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, more simply known as Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn, is a historic Bangkok temple dating back to the Ayutthaya period. It's famous for its magnificent Khmer-style prang (spire), which is intricately adorned with vibrant porcelain. This temple holds a significant place in Thai history and culture.
Thonburi
(Option 4 Travel Thonburi Canal by the Long Tail boat 1,000THB per person) In the late 18th century, Thonburi served as Thailand's capital, where canals functioned as streets and houses sat directly on the water. Today, while Bangkok has rapidly developed, Thonburi remarkably maintains its historic charm and slower way of life.
Wang Lang Market
(Option 5 Free of Entry) Wang Lang Market: From Royal Grounds to Bustling Hub Wang Lang Market, also known as Siriraj Market, has a history tied to its location near the "Rear Palace" (Wang Lang) in the early Rattanakosin period. What was once a royal residence has transformed into a vibrant and bustling marketplace, famous today for its delicious street food and diverse shopping options.
Pak Khlong Flower Talat Original
(Option 6 Free of entry) Pak Khlong Talat: From Floating Market to Flower Hub Pak Khlong Talat, or the Bangkok Flower Market, has a long history dating back to the late 1700s. It began as a floating market, then became a fish market, and eventually became the flower market it is today. Its location near the mouth of a canal (which is what "Pak Khlong" means) helped it grow into an important trading center early on.
Lumpini Park
(Option 7 Free of Entry) Donated by King Rama VI from royal land, Lumpini Park became Bangkok's first public green space in 1925. It bears the name of Lumbini, Buddha's birthplace, and though initially envisioned as a trade fairground, it was later transformed into the public park it is today. This historic landmark even served as a Japanese Army camp briefly during World War II, and is now a popular recreational area for everyone.
Snake Farm Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute
(Option 8 Entry is 100THB per person) The Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute: Bangkok's Snake Farm Established in 1923 in honor of Queen Saovabha Phongsri, Bangkok's Snake Farm (officially the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute) was initially created to extract snake venom for research and antivenom production. Beyond its vital medical work, the institute also serves as an important educational center, teaching the public about snakes, preventing snakebites, and the critical role of antivenom.
MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)
(Option 9 Free of entry) MBK Center: A Bangkok Shopping Landmark Opened in 1985 as Mah Boonkrong, MBK Center quickly became a landmark shopping destination in Bangkok. At its opening, it was the largest mall in Asia, drawing in both locals and tourists alike. Today, MBK remains popular for its vast array of reasonably priced goods, including everything from clothing and electronics to furniture and souvenirs.
ICONSIAM
(Option 10 Free of Entry) ICONSIAM: Bangkok's Riverside Landmark ICONSIAM, a vast mixed-use development, officially opened on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok on November 9, 2018. This ambitious project, a joint venture by Siam Piwat, MQDC, and Charoen Pokphand Group, cost an estimated ฿54 billion (US$2 billion). It was designed to be a global destination, combining retail, residential spaces, and cultural attractions.
Jim Thompson House
(Option 11 Entry fee is 200THB per person) The Jim Thompson House: A Legacy of Thai Art and Architecture The Jim Thompson House in Bangkok is a remarkable example of traditional Thai architecture, created by American businessman Jim Thompson, founder of the famous Thai Silk Company. Thompson meticulously acquired and reassembled several traditional Thai teak houses on a single site to form his personal residence, which he filled with his vast collection of Southeast Asian art and antiques. Completed in 1959, this unique home now serves as a popular museum, showcasing both exquisite Thai craftsmanship and Thompson's dedication to collecting.
Siam Paragon
(Option 12 Free of Entry) Siam Paragon first opened its doors on December 9, 2005, as a joint venture between Siam Piwat Co., Ltd. and The Mall Group Co., Ltd. It's located on the former site of the Siam Intercontinental Hotel. Siam Paragon has since become a leading shopping mall and tourist attraction in Bangkok, featuring a collection of world-renowned luxury brands, entertainment venues, and an aquarium.
Included
- Professional licensed English speaking tour guide
- Private Sedan or Mini Van from the hotel within 35kms radius travel in Bangkok is free
- Starting from your hotel and return (if desired)
Not Included
- Entry/Admission - Temple of the Emerald Buddha / The Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaew)
- Entry/Admission - Wat Phra Chetuphon
- Entry/Admission - Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
- Lunch
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
