General information
The essentials
Discover Rattanakosin Island, a historic centre of Bangkok, where most of Bangkok's "must see" sights can be found, including the Grand Palace, meanwhile just across the Chao Phraya River,
stands Wat Arun in the Thonburi area which as where the centre of the Kingdom was before being moved to the Rattanakosin island by King Rama I in 1782.
Explore in depth
The Rattanakosin Essential Trip
Tour Operation Dates:
Daily
| Guide: |
Guide |
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| Languages: |
English |
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| Meeting time: |
15 minutes before tour starts |
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| Meeting Place: |
Hotel Lobby |
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| Tour Duration : |
9 hours |
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| Terminate Place: |
Bangkok |
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Wat Pho (The temple of Reclining Buddha)
Wat Pho also known as The Reclining Buddha temple because the temple complex houses the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, including a 46 meters long reclining Buddha.
Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Shrine
Bangkok Grand Palace which is one of Thai Royal Family’s residences. In the palace complex you will also find the sacred Emerald Buddha Shrine which is considered as the sacred palladium of Thailand.
Chao Phraya & Wat Arun
Wat Arun is one of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks which is located across the Chao Phraya River in Thonburi area neighboring with the Rattanakosin Island where the current centre of the capital is. It was built in Khmer architectural style complete with its 80 meters prang which is the highest in Thailand.
| Schedule: |
08:30 Pick up at hotel
09:00 - 11:00 Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Shrine
11:10 - 12:00 Wat Pho (The Temple of Reclining Buddha)
12:30 - 14:00 Lunch at a local restaurant
14:15 - 16:00 Crossing Chao Phraya & visit Wat Arun
17:30 Return to the hotel
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Inclusions:
English speaking tour guide
- Transportation during the trip
- Entrance fee
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Exclusions:
Guest's personal expenses
- tipping
- extra items outside of the program
Additional Info:
Appropriate dress is required for a visit to palaces and temples. Shorts, mini-skirts, tight fitting trousers, sleeveless shirts or vests, and sandals are NOT allowed.
Notes:
* The tour is a private basis.
* Please be ready at the appointed meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts.
* Please specify if you have any special or certain meal restrictions.