Private Tour: Best of Bangkok in A Day
Rose Lyn Silvano
Bellaire, TX
THAILAND SPECIALIST
Seeking a destination rich in culture, history, and beauty? Thailand is the answer! Having explored this amazing country, I can guide you to all the must-see spots!
Here are my top five spots in Thailand.
Seeking a destination rich in culture, history, and beauty? Thailand is the answer! Having explored this amazing country, I can guide you to all the must-see spots!
Here are my top five spots in Thailand.
- Bangkok dazzles with its vibrant street life, historic temples, and bustling markets.
- Chiang Mai enchants with its serene temples, lush surroundings, and rich cultural heritage.
- Phuket offers beautiful beaches, lively nightlife, and a range of activities for all interests.
- Koh Samui combines stunning coastlines with luxurious resorts.
- Chiang Rai impresses with its unique temples and tranquil countryside.
When is the best time to visit Thailand?
- Bangkok: November to March (cool, dry season with pleasant temperatures)
- Chiang Mai: November to February (cool and dry weather, ideal for outdoor activities and festivals)
- Phuket:November to April (dry season with sunny weather, perfect for beach activities)
- Koh Samui:December to April (dry season with warm, sunny weather)
- Chiang Rai: November to February (cool and dry season, best for exploring temples and outdoor attractions)
Thailand Events and Festivals
January - Chinese New Year | National Children’s Day (Wan Dek) | Full Moon Party
February - Makha Bucha Day
March - Kolour in the Park | National Elephant Day | Bangkok International Fashion Week
April - Chakri Day | Songkran
May - National Labour Day | Royal Ploughing Ceremony | Visakha Bucha Day
June - Hua Hin Jazz Festival | Amazing Thailand Grand Sale
July - Asanha Bucha Day | Candle Festival
August - Mother’s Day | Ghost Festival (Phi Ta Khon)
September - Mid-Autumn Festival | International Thai Film Festival | Kin Jay Vegetarian Festival
October - Awk Phansa | Masters Tour of Chiang Mai | BangkokThai International Film Festival | Chonburi Buffalo Racing Festival | King Chulalongkorn Day | Halloween
November - Thailand Brew Fest | Laguna Phuket Triathlon | Bangkok Marathon | Yee Peng Lantern Festival | Loy Krathong Festival | Lopburi Monkey Festival |
December - Father’s Day | Wonderfruit Festival | Christmas | New Year’s Eve
Best Hotels
Bangkok - Banyan Tree Bangkok | COMO Metropolitan Bangkok | Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River | The peninsula Bangkok
Chiang Mai - Anantara Chiang Mai Resort | Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel | Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Phuket - AMANPURI Resort | COMO Point Yamu, Phuket | Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas | Anantara Layan Phuket Resort
Koh Samui - Banyan Tree Samui | Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui - FKS | Napasai, A Belmond Hotel, Koh Samui
Chiang Rai - Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort | Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle
Can Be Reached At
1-713-592-8000 ext:120
Overview
Discover the best that Bangkok has to offer on this full-day private tour of the city. Visit all of the must-see attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the vibrant flower market, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history, religion, and culture from your informative guide as you drive around Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Get a comprehensive overview of Bangkok on this private full-day tour
- See landmarks such as the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and Wat Pho
- Learn about the city’s rich and vibrant history from your informative guide
- Enjoy a personalized experience with your own personal guide and vehicle
What's Included
- Private Full-day guided tour
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Licensed local guide of your selected language
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Bangkok City Center)
What To Expect
1. Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
Visit the temple famous for its Sukhothai era Buddha image made of solid gold, three meters high and weighing five and a half tons (30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free)
2. Chinatown - Bangkok
Take a little walk and explore the Chinese community in Bangkok (30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free)
3. Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market)
Bangkok’s biggest wholesale Flower Market at Pak Klong Talad. Beautiful variety of local and imported cut flowers, leaves, orchids, tropical plants are on offer from early morning till late night. The most interesting are also fresh flower arrangements for all purposes such as flower garlands, wedding bouquets, wreaths etc. (30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free)
4. Wat Phra Chetuphon
The most important temples of Bangkok with its very impressive huge reclining Buddha image in bronze built in Ayuthaya period (1350-1767). (1 hour • Admission Ticket Included)
5. The Grand Palace
Bangkok’s major landmark, which was built in 1782 by King Rama I. Each building of the complex is a work of arts including the royal chapel of Temple of the Emerald Buddha - which houses Thailand’s most revered Buddha Image. Only visitors in proper attire are allowed for the entry. (1 hour • Admission Ticket Included)
6. Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
The Emerald Buddha is considered the palladium of Thailand. It is the most revered Buddha image in the Kingdom. (1 hour • Admission Ticket Included)
7. Bangkok Canal
Board on a motorized long-tailed boat to enjoy the scenery along the river banks and small canals of the Chao Phraya River, which once gave the name “ Venice of the East” to Bangkok. (1 hour • Admission Ticket Included)
8. Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn, the major riverside landmark of Bangkok with a magnificent pagoda that soars some 280 feet into the sky. Embark the boat and transfer by car back to the hotel. (1 hour • Admission Ticket Included)