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Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Chao Phraya Canal Cruise Small-Group Tour

4.5
(112 Reviews )

from €45.09

Duration

clock4 hours

Overview

    Escape the city crowd and board a longtail boat for a journey along the Chao Phraya River. This small-group tour let you explore the canals of Bangkok and see cultural highlights of the Thai capital such as the majestic Grand Palace where you can view the Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew. Visit Wat Pho, a temple that houses the Reclining Buddha.

    With a maximum of 12 travelers allowed per tour, it ensures a more personalized experience. Meet your guide at a predefined location before heading to the Grand Palace, which formerly served as the official residence of the King of Siam. Marvel at the revered Emerald Buddha, Thailand's holiest religious statue. Hop on board a longtail boat for a trip down the Chao Phraya River, translated as the River of Kings. Discover the khlongs (canals) of Bangkok and get a glimpse into the past as you learn about what was once a vast network providing transport throughout the city known as the Venice of the East. Proceed to Wat Pho for a guided tour of this impressive temple complex. Home to the Reclining Buddha, the largest reclining Buddha image in Bangkok. Continue exploring on your own or your guide can assist you in getting public transport back to your hotel.

    Travelers were satisfied with the tour. The guide was very informative and accomodating. Recommended to anyone looking for a great sightseeing alternative.

What It Is

  • This is a journey by a long-tail boat through the River of Kings called Chao Phraya River by locals as well as exploring the canals.
  • An educative tour that takes you deep into Bangkok's culture and historical facts as you visit the city's highlights by your tour guide.
  • An included visit to the Wat Pho (abode to the reclining Buddha) as well as the Grand Palace (former official home of the King of Siam).

Your Experience With Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Chao Phraya Canal Cruise Small-Group Tour

  • Stand in wonderment of the holiest religious statue in Thailand - the Revered Emerald Buddha - which was carved from jade and Wat Phra Kaew houses it.
  • Relax and cruise in a longtail boat down the Chao Phraya River (in English: River of Kings) where you'll learn about its past and how it was built to provide a solution to the then Thailand Roadlessness.
  • Get mesmerized at the Center for traditional Thai massage and medicines which is also the country's first public higher institution.

What Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Chao Phraya Canal Cruise Small-Group Tour Includes?

  • A tour time of 4 hours (approx.)
  • Small group tour of about 12 people (max.)
  • Cruise along the canals in a Long-tail Boat Ride
  • Travel alongside a proficient local English speaking guide

Is It Suitable for Me?

  • A beautiful tour for everyone who will like to see Bangkok in few hours
  • Yes!!!! Recommended for everyone especially families or friends who will love to see sights together

Travellers Talk

  • It was an overall awesome experience especially on the long-tail boat which gave us an awesome canal cruise
  • The adventure was interesting - thanks to the guide who did not hesitate to tell us everything about each spot we sight

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