Tour Ref WPB01
Bangkok City Highlights: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun & Canal Tour
Tour Reference: WPB01
Private or Public Transport Options | Tour begins and ends at your Bangkok hotel or city centreExperience the very best of Bangkok in a single day on this Bangkok City Highlights Tour, a privately guided journey showcasing the city’s most iconic landmarks alongside the hidden charms of riverside life
Tour Highlights
Discover the Grand Palace on the Bangkok City Highlights Tour
Step into the spiritual and cultural heart of Thailand with a visit to the breathtaking Grand Palace. Admire its glittering architecture, golden spires, and immaculate detail. Inside the temple complex, we’ll visit the revered Emerald Buddha, a masterpiece carved from a single block of jade.
Visit Wat Pho during the Bangkok City Highlights Tour
Next we visit Wat Pho, home to the famous 46 metre long Reclining Buddha. This temple is also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai Massage. The peaceful atmosphere, intricate murals, and over 1000 Buddha images make this a truly inspiring stop.
Experience the Private Long-Tail Boat Canal Tour on the Bangkok City Highlights Tour
Then, step aboard a traditional long-tail boat for a leisurely 90-minute ride through Bangkok’s historic canals (klongs).
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See daily life unfold along the riverbanks
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Spot traditional stilt houses, riverside temples, and maybe even a monitor lizard or two
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Feed the fish and enjoy views of the stunning Royal Barges Museum from the water
Finish Your Day at Wat Arun with the Bangkok City Highlights Tou
We end with a visit to the majestic Wat Arun, one of Bangkok’s most photographed landmarks. Clad in colorful porcelain tiles and built in Khmer-style, this 86-metre-tall temple gleams in the afternoon sun — a perfect finale to your cultural day out.
️ Lunch Options
Lunch can be arranged at a local riverside restaurant, or you’re free to choose your own — we’re happy to recommend something that suits your taste. Flexibility is always part of the Wandee experience.
Optional Add-Ons
Interested in seeing even more of Bangkok? You can extend your day with one or more of these fascinating locations:
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Wat Traimit: See the 5.5-ton solid gold Buddha in Chinatown
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Chinatown Tour: Explore lively markets, food stalls, and Chinese-Thai culture
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Royal Barges Museum: Option to stop during canal tour
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Wat Saket (Golden Mount): Climb to the top for stunning panoramic views
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Baan Bat: Visit traditional artisans who craft monks’ alms bowls by hand
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Ban Bu Community: Witness rare bronze ware production (2 days’ notice required)
Please let me know your interest and I will be pleased to prepare a quotation for you.
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Please note there is a strict dress code at the Grand Palace. Women must be modestly dressed with no see through clothing or showing bare shoulders, no shorts or tights. Men must wear long trousers and shirts that have sleeves long or short. No tank tops or singlets are allowed. Footwear is to be proper ie no flip flops.
