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Highlights of Bangkok (Private Day Trip)​

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Highlights

  • Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha
  • Wat Arun, Wat Pho and Wat Traimit
  • Private or public transport option
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Enjoy your private full day tour, visiting the highlight of Bangkok including Grand Palace and Temple of Emerald Buddha, Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha), and Gold Buddha Temple (Wat Trai Mitr).

Learn about Thai culture, history, experience local public transport such as Boat, City Train, Taxi meter or public bus.

This tour has 2 options, using local public transport or private transport. And also include pick up and drop off at hotel in Bangkok (except hotels around airports).

Important note :

  • Please dress properly when visit Grand Palace and temples. Sleeveless shirts, scarfs, shorts, legging and ripped pants are not allowed.

Itinerary

1

Stop

Pick up from hotel in Bangkok (except hotel around airports) at 08:00 a.m. Transfer to visit Grand Palace and Temple of Emerald Buddha. Explore the magnificent Grand Palace and Temple of Emerald Buddha which is the residence and the royal chapel of Thai Kings since 1782 A.D. Important note : * Please dress properly when visit Grand Palace and temples. Sleeveless shirts, scarfs, shorts, legging or ripped pants are not allowed.

2

Stop

Continue to visit Wat Arun or Temple of Dawn by boat. Visit the famous landmark and one of the 1st class royal temples in Bangkok. Walk around the temple, where you can learn some history and may have a chance to meet with the Buddhist monk to receive blessing personally in some occasion.

3

Stop

Have an optional lunch at local restaurant. And then visit Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha), the 1st class royal temple and a school of Thai massage. The highlight of this temple is the most beautiful reclining buddha which has 46 meter long as well as the stone inscription showed the knowledge of traditional Thai medical science. This temple is regarded the first public university of Thailand. Optional to try Thai massage at the temple (not recommend for people who have bone problem or hypertension)

4

Stop

Transfer to visit Gold Buddha Temple (Wat Trai Mitr). The famous temple where you can view the real solid Gold Buddha image, weight 5.5 tonnes and worth 250 million US Dollars. Return to hotel in Bangkok by public transport or private transport (depended on option selected)

Included

  • English speaking Guide Service as itinerary
  • Bottled water
  • Pick up & drop off at hotel in Bangkok (except hotel near airport or outside Bangkok)
  • All admission, activity and private transportation fees as itinerary
  • Accident Insurance (Please advise the full names of all travelers as passport at time of booking

Not Included

  • Optional meal and activities
  • Pick up and drop off at hotels around airports or outside Bangkok
  • Tipping and Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)

Meeting point & area

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Good to know

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sites does this private day trip cover?
Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Arun, Wat Pho, and Wat Trai Mitr (Golden Buddha). The 7–8 hour day includes local public transport experiences like boats, city train or meter taxis if you choose that option.
Are there transport options?
Yes — you can choose local public transport (boat, train, taxi, bus) or private transport. Both options include hotel pickup and drop-off in Bangkok, except hotels near airports or outside Bangkok.
What's included in the $131 price?
English-speaking guide, bottled water, hotel pickup and drop-off, all admission fees, activities and accident insurance. Provide full passport names of travelers when booking for insurance.
What should I wear for the temple visits?
Cover shoulders and knees — no sleeveless shirts, scarves, shorts, leggings or ripped pants allowed at the Grand Palace.

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