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Bangkok's two greatest temples sit side by side on the Chao Phraya riverbank — and most visitors rush through both without understanding what they're seeing.
Wat Pho was founded in the 16th century, predating Bangkok itself. King Rama I rebuilt it in 1788 as Thailand's first public university. Its 46-metre Reclining Buddha, covered in gold leaf with 108 mother-of-pearl symbols on its feet, represents the Buddha's passage into nirvana — not sleep.
From there, a short local ferry crosses the river to Wat Arun. King Rama III covered its 82-metre prang with millions of broken Chinese porcelain fragments, recycled from export ceramics. In direct sunlight, the whole tower shimmers.
Your expert guide explains the history most visitors never hear, in a small group of maximum 15 people. Multiple daily departures from 9 AM. Instant confirmation. Last-minute bookings welcome.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point: Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน
Itinerary
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1Wat Phra Chetuphon
With its remarkable 46-meter-long reclining Buddha statue and colorful mosaic shrines, Wat Pho is one of Bangkok's most stunningly aesthetic temples.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Located at the banks of the Chao Phraya River, this 300-year-old temple is known for its enormous white chedi inlaid with thousands of colorful mosaic pieces.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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