Bangkok Grand Palace Canals and Tuk Tuk Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

  The glittering Grand Palace in Bangkok is an architectural wonder that was once home to the kings of the Chakri Dynasty. "A visit to the ornate and historic Grand Palace, and the adjacent Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is a highlight of any visit to the Kingdom. The palace was built in 1782 by the Rama I, the first king of the Chakri Dynasty, when he moved the capital of what was then known as the Kingdom of Siam from Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River to Bangkok on the east bank. For 150 years the palace was the home of the Thai King. Today, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom. Entrance fees are NOT included in the tour price and should be paid in cash on the day of the tour (Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew is THB 500 per person).

  2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Wat Phra Chetuphon

  Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan is one of the oldest temples in the Thai capital. It is also one of the largest temple complexes in Bangkok and has the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand. Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan maintains the title as the country’s earliest center for public education, specializing in religion, science and literature. Most of the Buddha images on display were brought to Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, by order of King Rama I, from abandoned temples in Ayutthaya and Sukhothai. And of course you'll visit the reclining Buddha, one of the largest Buddha statues in Thailand. Entrance fees are NOT included in the tour price and should be paid in cash on the day of the tour (Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan is THB 300 per person).

  2 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

  A stay in the Thai capital is not complete without visiting Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, one of Bangkok's most famous landmarks. After the fall of Ayutthaya, King Taksin established a royal palace and temple here to house the Emerald Buddha. The temple was named after the Indian god of dawn, Aruna. It wasn't until the capital and the Emerald Buddha were moved to Wat Phra Kaew at the Bangkok side that Wat Arun received its most prominent characteristic: the 82 meters high prang (Khmer-style tower). Wat Arun is decorated with ornate floral mosaics made from broken Chinese porcelain, a common temple ornamentation in the early Rattanakosin period, when Chinese ships calling at the port of Bangkok used tonnes of old porcelain as ballast. Entrance fees are NOT included in the tour price and should be paid in cash on the day of the tour (Wat Arun is THB 200 per person).1 hour 30 Minute • Admission Ticket Not Included

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• Tha Tien Pier - Bangkok (Pass by)

  Meet our guide at Tha Tien Pier.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Baan Silapin

  Baan Silapin Tucked away along the peaceful banks of Khlong Bang Luang (Bang Luang Canal) on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River lies one of Bangkok’s hidden gems: a charming riverside community where time seems to slow down. This historic neighborhood is made up of traditional wooden houses, small local shops, and family-run galleries connected by a wooden walkway that follows the edge of the canal. It offers a rare glimpse into what everyday life in Bangkok used to be like, long before the city’s skyline was dominated by concrete and glass. At the heart of the community is Baan Silapin, or The Artist’s House, a beautifully restored wooden home over 200 years old. Dedicated to preserving and celebrating Thai culture, this house functions as a small art center where visitors can enjoy rotating art exhibitions and handmade crafts. Wandering through the area, you’ll find small shops, cozy riverside cafés, and friendly locals who’ve lived here for generations.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Khlong Bang Luang Artist House

  Enjoy a boat ride along Khlong Bang Luang and experience the local riverside lifestyle. Observe residents living in charming traditional wooden houses along the canal.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen (Pass by)

  Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen (Pass By)As we cruise through the canals of Thonburi, we pass by Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, a historic temple founded during the mid-Ayutthaya period. Located in the Phasi Charoen district, this temple has long been a center of Buddhist learning and meditation. Today, however, it is best known for its enormous seated Buddha statue, which rises dramatically above the surrounding rooftops and is visible from far across the city. The boat will pause here briefly, allowing you to admire and photograph this awe-inspiring statue from the water. At nearly 70 meters tall, equivalent to a 20-story building, and 40 meters wide at its base, it is the tallest Buddha statue in Bangkok. Cast in shimmering gold tones, the statue sits in a calm meditative posture and makes a striking contrast against the skyline. While we don’t disembark at the temple, viewing this colossal image from the quiet of the canal offers a truly unique and memorable perspective.

  Admission ticket free
• Museum Siam (Pass by)

  Meeting point: Museum Siam Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand The meeting point is at metro station (MRT) Sanam Chai, outside at the Exit 'Museum Siam'.

  Admission ticket free
• 6
  Sao Chingcha

  The Giant Swing is a religious structure. It was formerly used in an old Brahmin ceremony. If you want to show a photo of Bangkok’s landmark to your friends or family, the Giant Swing or Sao Chingcha is one of the best choices! It is located in the heart of Bangkok and in front of the first rank royal temple, Wat Suthat. NOTE: Time mentioned includes traveling time from one place to another.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Wat Ratchanatdaram Woravihara (Loha Prasat)

  Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan Located on the grounds of Wat Ratchanatdaram, Loha Prasat is also known as the “metal castle”. It was built in 1846 under the patronage of King Rama III and inspired by two other similar temples in India and Sri Lanka. Loha Prasat is one of the most outstanding pieces of architecture in Bangkok. NOTE 1: We do not go inside the Loha Prasat, but only see it from the outside.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• The Grand Palace (Pass by)

  The Grand Palace The glittering Grand Palace in Bangkok is an architectural wonder that was once home to the kings of the Chakri Dynasty. The palace was built in 1782 by the Rama I, the first king of the Chakri Dynasty, when he moved the capital of what was then known as the Kingdom of Siam from Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River to Bangkok on the east bank. For 150 years the palace was the home of the Thai King. Today, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom. NOTE 1: We do not go inside the Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew, but only see it from the outside.

  Admission ticket free
• 8
  Chinatown - Bangkok

  Chinatown - Bangkok Bangkok's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinatowns in the world and one of the most authentic and unchanged neighborhoods in the city. NOTE: Time mentioned includes traveling time from one place to another.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Pak Khlong Flower Talat Original

  Pak Khlong Flower Talat Original Pak Khlong Talat is Thailand’s largest wholesale flower market and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pak Khlong Talat means 'market at the mouth of the canal' in Thai. The area originally started as a floating market in the early 18th century. Later, in the 19th century, the area became a large fish market. In the 1950s the area eventually developed into the current Flower Market. NOTE: Time mentioned includes traveling time from one place to another.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

  Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun) Wat Arun, locally known as Wat Chaeng, is situated on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. It's one of Bangkok's most beautiful temples and one of the major landmarks in the Thai capital. NOTE 1: We do not visit Wat Arun, but just see it from the other side of the river.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Wat Phra Chetuphon (Pass by)

  Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan is one of the oldest temples in the Thai capital. It is also one of the largest temple complexes in Bangkok and has the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand.Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan maintains the title as the country’s earliest center for public education, specializing in religion, science and literature. Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan is most famous for its large reclining Buddha (46 meters long). NOTE 1: We do not go inside the Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, but only see it from the outside.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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