Private Grand Palace Bangkok City Tour & Klong Longtail Boat Trip

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Bangkok

  Your private tour begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in downtown Bangkok. A friendly, English-speaking guide will meet you in the lobby, holding a sign with your name for a smooth and personalized start to your adventure.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

  Next, venture to the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit). Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha) in Bangkok probably won't rate a second look notwithstanding its bewildering Buddha picture. Wat Traimit is thought to date from the thirteenth century. The Golden Buddha image is around 900 years of age and is thrown in the Sukhothai style. It is accepted to have been conveyed first to Ayutthaya.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  The Grand Palace

  Head for the Grand Palace. The Grand Palace of Bangkok is one of Thailand's delegated gems. It was the home of the nation's rulers from 1782 until 1925. The Grand Palace currently utilized for different government workplaces, illustrious services, state capacities and, obviously, a tourist attraction. Development on the Grand Palace started in 1782 and proceeded now and again until the late 1800s. The first Grand Palace was quickly put together after General Chao Phraya Chakri arranged an overthrow and assumed control over the legislature from the past ruler, King Taksin.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

  Thereafter, visit Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew). Some portion of the Grand Palace complex, Wat Phra Kaew (alluded to all the more formally as Wat Phra Sri Ratanasasdaram) is the holiest Buddhist temple in Thailand and home to the loved Emerald Buddha image. The beginning of the minute Emerald Buddha is dubious. A few specialists trust the statue began from Sri Lanka while others guarantee it was made on Thai soil in the fourteenth century. As per nearby legends, supernatural occurrences were seen at the different spots the statue was interned including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Lampang. The Buddha picture was seized by Laos trespassers in 1552 and lived in Laos until the point that 1779 preceding being recovered by the Thai general who might proceed to be delegated as King Rama I.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Chao Phraya River

  You board a traditional longtail boat for a relaxing cruise along the Chao Phraya River. As the boat moves downstream, you enjoy panoramic views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and life along the riverbanks. The boat then enters the quieter Thonburi canals, offering a close look at traditional houses, local communities, small temples, and daily life along the waterways.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Khlong Bang Luang Artist House

  The canal route leads to the historic Bang Luang community. If conditions allow, the boat stops at the Artist’s House, a 200-year-old wooden building filled with art displays, antique architecture, and peaceful riverside ambiance. If the stop cannot be made, the experience continues with slow, scenic cruising through the canal villages.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

  Wat Arun, also known as Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan or the Temple of Dawn, is one of Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks. Located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, it is famous for its towering central prang (spire) decorated with colorful porcelain and seashells. The temple dates back to the Ayutthaya period and was later restored by King Rama II in the early 19th century. Wat Arun is renowned for its stunning riverside views, especially at sunrise and sunset. Visitors can climb the central prang for panoramic views of the river and the surrounding city. Its intricate architecture and serene atmosphere make it a must-visit cultural site in Bangkok.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Wat Phra Chetuphon

  Then, continue to Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho). Wat Pho is the most popular for the enormous Reclining Buddha statue it houses. Covering 20 sections of land, it is the biggest Wat in Bangkok. It is actually the most seasoned as well, as it was worked around 200 years previously Bangkok turned into Thailand's capital. It holds the double respects of having both Thailand's biggest leaning back Buddha image and the biggest number of Buddha images in Thailand.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Bangkok

  As your tour comes to an end, your guide will accompany you back to your hotel. During the drive, you’ll have a moment to reflect on the day’s highlights—from the royal grandeur of the Grand Palace to the peaceful presence of the Reclining Buddha and the stunning vistas at Wat Arun. This half-day Bangkok city tour offers unforgettable memories of the city’s cultural treasures, spiritual significance, and royal history.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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