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Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace
5 hrs· Pickup 07:30–08:00· Up to 24 guests this session· Pickup included
Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace takes about 5 hours in total, with pickup in Bangkok included (pickup window 07:30–08:00). It runs as a private tour — the vehicle and guide are yours, and the price is for the group, not per person.
Discover the cultural heart of Bangkok on this half-day city tour. Cruise the canals of Thonburi — the capital of Thailand from 1767 to 1782 — by long-tail boat, then walk through Wat Arun, Wat Pho and the Grand Palace. A perfect first day for anyone who wants Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks in one morning.
Private Only · price per group
The whole vehicle and guide are yours — the price is for the group, not per person.
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Timing estimates are based on weekday traffic and may be rearranged as appropriate.
Itinerary
- Hotel Pick-up (Sukhumvit 1-24, Sathorn, Silom, Pratunam, Phetburi, Chaina town area)
- Hotel Pick-up (Khaosan road area) -Walk to the pier and board a long-tail boat for a canal tour along the Chao Phraya River, exploring the historic Thonburi area, the former capital of Thailand (1767-1782)
- Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), famous for its stunning riverside pagoda inspired by Hindu and Buddhist architecture
- Cross the river by ferry to visit Wat Pho, home to the impressive Reclining Buddha. Explore the temple grounds, Known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage and one of the earliest centers of education in Thailand
- Visit the Grand Palace, one of Bangkok’s most important landmarks. Admire its magnificent architecture and visit the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most sacred Buddha image.
- Finished the tour and drop off at the hotel
Dress Code Notice: Visitors must dress appropriately when entering temple and the Grand palace. - No shorts, sleeveless shirts, tank tops or revealing clothing - Skirts and pants must be ankle-length.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Long-tail boat through the Thonburi canals and Chao Praya River
- Admission fee for the temple and grand palace
- River ferry crossing
- English-speaking guide for the whole day
- Basic travel insurance (by local regulation)
- Local transportation
Please note before you go
- *Timing estimates are based on weekday traffic and may be rearranged as appropriate.
- Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time — you get a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before pickup, or not turning up on the day, are not refunded. If we cancel for any reason, you always get a full refund.
Questions about this trip
Is Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace a join tour or a private tour?
It runs as a private tour — the vehicle and guide are yours, and the price is for the group, not per person.
What time is the pickup for Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace?
Pickup is included. The pickup window is 07:30–08:00, and you give us your hotel in Bangkok when you book.
How long does Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace take?
Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace takes about 5 hours in total.
What should I wear on Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace?
Dress Code Notice: Visitors must dress appropriately when entering temple and the Grand palace. - No shorts, sleeveless shirts, tank tops or revealing clothing - Skirts and pants must be ankle-length.
Where does Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace drop off?
The itinerary on this page ends with “12:30 Finished the tour and drop off at the hotel”.
What is included in Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace?
Hotel pickup and drop-off; Long-tail boat through the Thonburi canals and Chao Praya River; Admission fee for the temple and grand palace; River ferry crossing; English-speaking guide for the whole day; Basic travel insurance (by local regulation); Local transportation.
What is the cancellation policy for Bangkok Canals, Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Grand Palace?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time — you get a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before pickup, or not turning up on the day, are not refunded. If we cancel for any reason, you always get a full refund.
