Grand Palace & Temples of Bangkok with experienced guide | La Vacanza Travel

Grand Palace & Temples of Bangkok with experienced guide

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Thailand, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok
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  • 4 hours
  • Bangkok
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This tour let you experience the Thai capital and gives you a unique impression of the city. We visit some of the most famous places in Bangkok. You will be accompanied by a local guide who loves his/her country and really wants to explain you everything about Bangkok, Thai culture and history!

**Since you will visit the Grand Palace and important Buddhist temples, you are expected to dress respectfully. You need to wear long pants and have your shoulders covered otherwise you will be denied entry. Wear closed shoes, flip-flops and sandals are not allowed.**

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Tha Chang Pier, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok Thailand

Meeting point is at Tha Chang Pier, opposite the Grand Palace

Stop At: Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), Na Phra Lan Road Phra Borom Maha Rajawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200 Thailand

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.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School, 2 Sanamchai Road Wat Po, Tatian, Bangkok 10200 Thailand

Wat Pho 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 Pho 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 Pho, 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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600 Thailand

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • TAT licensed English speaking guide
  • Bottled water

Exclusions
  • Entrance fee for Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew: THB 500 per person
  • Entrance fee for Wat Pho: THB 200 per person (THB 300 per person from 1 January 2024)
  • Entrance fee for Wat Arun: THB 100 per person (THB 200 per person from 1 March 2024)
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Remember that the Grand Palace and temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and ankles need to be covered (for both men and women; sleeveless shirt with a scarf covering is also not allowed). No shorts, leggings, ripped jeans, tight pants, slippers (flip-flops), or revealing tops, otherwise you won't be allowed in.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Tha Chang, Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand


Return Details

240/1 Maha Rat Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

874yyw

23 Mar, 2024

She guided us well to go around the temple and Grand palace. Hassle free on the boat ride transportation. The guide also make sure we are all in the group until the end of the tour.

STLDTF

23 Mar, 2024

Friendly guide who made logistics easy between locations. Knowledgeable and able to answer questions about specific artifacts or history.

marinaaH9705IP

17 Mar, 2024

Very nice and informative walking tour with our guide Sunday (Domingo) very good sense of humour too! All the information was very interesting throughout. Although it was very hot, he made sure we got breaks when needed and plenty of water. Wat Arun showcased in pictures, he also asked if we wanted pictures in all places we went :)

michaelbL6292YK

15 Mar, 2024

A wonderful guided tour of the main temples and Grand Palace in Bangkok. The Emerald Buddha and Reclining Buddha, ferry ride were highlights. The temples are striking. Sunday is a skilled guide, well organized and engaging. Unforgettable!

CAMILLA_G

11 Mar, 2024

This tour is interesting. You can visit the Royal Palace, Emerald Buddha and two main temples in Bangkok in only four hours. The guide was good. The meeting point on La Vacanza Travel is not accurate. The guide will meet you at Tha Chang pier

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Fantastic tour with Sunday 🙌🏼

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An unforgettable experience with Sunday, a skillful guide

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Grand Palace & Wat Pho Wonders

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Busy but worth seeing! Best tour guide

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Best experience!

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An amazing tour

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Excellent Temple Tour

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Incredible Temple Tour

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Wonderful cultural introduction to Bangkok

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10/10 experience

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Great tour with very knowledgeable guide.

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Walking tour of Wats and Grand Palace complex

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an excellent tour of the most iconic sights

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Very enjoyable tour!

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Grand Palace and Temple

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Definitely Worth Having a Guide!

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Great day out, amazing landmarks

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Enjoyable Palace & Temples

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Great for Solo travellers or Groups!

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