Share this tour
Offered languages
- English
Learn about King Rama IV attempt to reform the Thai writing system
See rare mother of pearl inlaid window panels crafted in Nagasaki style
Hear the haunting legend of the Preta of Wat Suthat and its moral teachings
You will witness Wat Arun from a breathtaking angle
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: Gate N1, The Old Siam Shopping Plaza
Itinerary
-
1Wat Suthat
At Wat Suthat you will discover “Ariyaka Script” King Rama IV’s ambitious attempt to reform the Thai writing system and make it easier to use. You will see rare mother-of-pearl inlaid window panels crafted in the Nagasaki artisan style—an art form that has largely disappeared even in Japan, after much of Nagasaki was destroyed by the atomic bomb. You will learn the haunting legend of the Preta of Wat Suthat, and uncover the hidden moral teachings concealed within the tale.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Sao Chingcha
You will hear the story behind Sao Chingcha and the Triyampawai Ceremony, explained from a perspective rarely found in mainstream history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Wat Ratchabophit
At Wat Ratchabophit you will explore the family history of King Rama V, his different royal lineages, and the heartbreaking tragedy of the Sunken Queen, one of the most sorrowful events in Thai royal history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
You will witness Wat Arun from a breathtaking angle—giving you the chance to capture the Temple of Dawn at its most beautiful.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tags
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Popular Countries
Get our app
