Private Tour: Bangkok Temples and Grand Palace
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Overview

Follow a local guide through a half-day tour of Bangkok's most iconic architectural wonders. Start things off at the Royal Grand Palace, near the banks of the picturesque Chao Phraya River, and wander the temples, pagodas and well-kept gardens of this essential city stop. The famed kings of Siam called this stunning gilded palace home from 1782 until 1925. Visitors can see the famous Temple of the Emerald Buddha and check out the Gautama Buddha that was carved from a single of piece of jade.

After exploring the city's most famous royal home, head to Bangkok's oldest temple, Wat Pho. See the famed golden Reclining Buddha, stretching some 140 feet (43 m) long. Explore the temple interior decorated with some 1000 images of Buddha. 

This memorable tour concludes with a visit to Wat Traimit Temple, where the 5.5-ton, solid gold Buddha lives. Widely believed to be nearly 700 years old, it was discovered in 1954, hidden in a plaster casing that hid its true value. 

Travelers should remember to wear long pants or knee-length skirts and have shoulders covered when entering the temples and palace.

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InnViaggi Asia Co. Ltd.

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Loved the personal tour

Valerie C, Mar 2025

Our guide was so sweet and we loved all the detail she shared about the palace and temples. Appreciated that she shared information in the shade. It was hot. Loved the door to door service and the lunch was great!

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great tour

anuj_m, Apr 2024

the tour was excellent. our tour guide was very responsive and knowledgeable. we spent good time at the temples and palace. would definitely recommend the private tour.

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claudioq80, Mar 2024

Congratulations to all the InnViaggi staff, excellent organization, punctuality and courtesy of the guides and drivers to whom I extend heartfelt thanks, and also to Jacopo and his collaborator Sandrine, who planned my trip as I wanted, enriching it with useful advice. Excellent hotels and beautiful places visited. I absolutely recommend contacting them for a trip to Thailand!!!!

They never showed up

Carolyn_M, Mar 2024

We payed for a private tour to the temples of Bangkok, 8 am morning pickup. They never showed up and never contacted us after numerous attempts to reach them. Only form of communication was through Viator app. Calling phone number only let to unfunctioning line. After waiting an hour and a half we made alternative arrangements. As this was our last day in Bangkok, the only time to see the Temples was in the afternoon. We were intentionally trying to avoid this because of the extreme temps (~ 100 degrees F). We went anyway but cut tour short because the heat was unbearable (I know, Bangkok in March, but still). Never heard from company. Only bright spot was that we got a refund (After calling Viator - but it wasn’t a given). I rarely write negative reviews (if you don’t have anything good to say etc). However, there are a lot of options for tour guides Bangkok, don’t go with these guys.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Unfortunately, shortly before the excursion our guide fell ill and was rushed to hospital. We apologize for what happened but as you can understand it was a situation of force majeure and not of our will. We immediately issued a refund for the unused excursion and in all honesty we don't think we deserve this review, more than 300 positive reviews demonstrate our seriousness and professionalism.

Itinerary

  • The Grand Palace

    The Grand Palace is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. The king, his court, and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), resided at the Chitralada Royal Villa and his successor King Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) at the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, both in the Dusit Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand

    2 hours
    Admission Included
  • Wat Phra Chetuphon

    The temple is first on the list of six temples in Thailand classed as the highest grade of the first-class royal templ.

    It is associated with King Rama I who rebuilt the temple complex on an earlier temple site. It became his main temple and is where some of his ashes are enshrined.

    The temple was later expanded and extensively renovated by Rama III. The temple complex houses the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, including a 46 m long reclining Buddha. The temple is considered the earliest centre for public education in Thailand, and the marble illustrations and inscriptions placed in the temple for public instructions has been recognised by UNESCO in its Memory of the World Programme. It houses a school of Thai medicine, and is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage which is still taught and practiced at the temple.

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

    Wat Traimit in Bangkok is known for housing a 5.5-tonne statue of a seated Buddha. The gold sculpture dates back to the 13th century and measures at nearly 5 metres in height. Located in Chinatown Bangkok, this ornate temple is about 450 metres west of the Hualampong Railway Station

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

    Wat Arun, locally known as Wat Chaeng, is a landmark temple on the west (Thonburi) bank of the Chao Phraya river. It’s easily one of the most stunning temples in Bangkok, not only because of its riverside location but also because the design is very different from the other temples you can visit in the Thai capital. Wat Arun (nicknamed the 'Temple of Dawn') is partly made up of colourfully decorated spires and stands majestically over the water.

    Wat Arun is almost directly opposite Wat Pho, so it’s very easy to get to. From Saphan Taksin boat pier you can take a riverboat that stops at Pier 8. From here, a small shuttle boat takes you from one side of the river to the other.

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Location

Address

QF2V+M34, Na Phra Lan Rd, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

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Experience

Highlights

  • Half-day private tour of Bangkok temple and Grand Palace
  • Explore Bangkok's most famous palace and oldest wat
  • See the Golden Buddha, Emerald Buddha and Reclining Buddha
  • Guide, transfers, admission and lunch included
  • Inclusions

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Private guide and driver
    • Lunch
    • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

    Exclusions

    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Please dress appropriately for temple visits; shoulders must be covered (trousers, jeans or long knee-length skirt are permitted)
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • Hotel name for pick up please put in specail request title

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    • German

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    No refund is possible if you cancel.

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