Grand Palace & Chao Phraya River Cruise full day

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Bangkok
1 days

Overview

Embark on a captivating tour of Bangkok, starting at 08:00 am with a rendezvous in the hotel lobby with your knowledgeable tour guide. As you drive through the city's inner streets, immerse yourself in the vibrant morning scene, observing the lively local activities that define Bangkok's unique charm.

The tour commences with a visit to the remarkable Wat Pho, one of Thailand's most renowned temples. Admire the awe-inspiring 45-meter reclining Buddha, an iconic symbol of Buddhist artistry. Delve deeper into the temple's rich heritage as it unfolds before you, showcasing an array of Buddha inscriptions and captivating mural paintings. Notably, Wat Pho also serves as a prestigious School of Thai Traditional Medical Science and Body Massage.

Continuing your expedition, venture towards the illustrious Royal Grand Palace, an iconic Bangkok landmark. Explore the sacred grounds of Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha, Thailand's most venerated religious artifact. Traverse the palace grounds, marveling at the grandeur of the Coronation Throne Hall, Royal Reception Hall, Royal Funeral Hall, Golden Chedi, and Royal Pantheon, each boasting its own unique architectural brilliance.

Savor a delectable lunch at a local Thai restaurant, indulging in the tantalizing flavors of authentic cuisine. Then, brace yourself for an exhilarating boat trip along the enchanting Chao Phraya River and the meandering canals, known as klongs. Glide through these waterways on a long-tailed speedboat, witnessing the traditional lifestyles of locals residing on both banks. Behold the mesmerizing Wat Arun, aptly named The Temple of Dawn, which stands majestically on the river bank, boasting a striking 79-meter pagoda.

As the day draws to a close, relish the memories and experiences gained throughout the tour as you are transported back to your hotel between 16:00 and 17:00 hr.

Please note the dress code for the Grand Palace: Ensure your attire adheres to the guidelines provided. Avoid clothing such as short trousers, mini skirts, sleeveless shirts, and sandals without heel straps or closed heels. However, worry not, as the Grand Palace offers complimentary clothes and shoes at their changing room for visitors who arrive in unsuitable attire, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the palace's splendor.

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Itinerary in Details

Full day : Wat Pho, Grand Palace, Boat Trip And Wat Arun

At 08:00 am meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby in the morning. Drive along the road into the inner city of Bangkok and view the bustling life of the local during the morning.

Take an interesting visit to one of the most outstanding temple of Thailand, Wat Pho - famous for its 45-meter reclining Buddha, The temple is also renowned as a temple museum where there are hundreds of Buddha inscription and mural paintings and serve as a School of Thai Traditional Medical Science and Body Massage.

Nearby continue to the Royal Grand Palace, deemed as the most important landmark of Bangkok and explore Wat Phra Kaew, Thailand’s most sacred temple with the revered Emerald Buddha, and other key attractions such as the Coronation Throne Hall, Royal Reception Hall, Royal Funeral Hall, the Golden Chedi and the Royal Pantheon.

Lunch at a local Thai restaurant.. Experience an exciting boat trip along the Chao Phraya River and the canals (or klongs) in a long-tailed speedboat to see a more traditional lifestyles of the locals along both sides of the canals. Visit Wat Arun, known as The Temple of Dawn and magnificently built with its 79 meter pagoda located on the river bank.

Drop back to the hotel: 16:00-17:00 hr

Dress Code Note for Grand Palace - Unsuitable clothes are

  • Short trousers (long trousers must reach the ankles), mini skirts, culottes, tights and fisherman trousers.
  • Sleeveless shirts and undershirts as outer garments
  • Rolled up shirt sleeves, whether long or short
  • Sleeping suits, see-through clothes, bare shoulders
  • Sportwears
  • Sandles (including every type of shoes without heel straps or closed heels), except Buddhist Monks, novices and Thai People from countryside)
  • Visitors who dressed as mentioned above can borrow free clothes and shoes at the Grand Palace's changing room. 
Full day : Wat Pho, Grand Palace, Boat Trip And Wat Arun

Accommodation

Trip notes

Included:

 

  • Pick up and drop off at the hotel in Bangkok city center
  • Transportation in A/C vehicle
  • Sightseeing as described
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Boat trip along the Chao Phraya river

Excluded:

 

  • Tips and gratitude to the driver and the guide
  • Personal Expense

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