Explore Bangkok in comfort with a luxury minivan. In case you like to experience a tuk tuk ride, we can still make this a part of the tour.
We start the day with the flower market. This wholesale flower market opens around the clock. Fresh flowers are big business here since they are indispensable in Buddhist ceremonies. Thais use them for both worships and decorations. Apart from colorful sights and beautiful aromas, this is also a good opportunity to taste various kinds of fresh tropical fruits.
Next, we visit Wat Pho that houses the country’s most beautiful reclining Buddha with an impressive length of 46 meters. Besides being the temple with a stupa containing the ashes of Chakri Dynasty’s first king, this temple was once a “medical school” for people who wanted to study Traditional Thai Medicine. Courses on Traditional Thai massage are still being offered.
Then, we cross the river to Bangkok landmark, Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn. The 67 meters high corn-shaped pagoda or (Pra Prang in Thai) represents Mount Meru, the center of the universe in Buddhist-Hindu cosmology. The Prang “supported” by demons, monkeys, and divinities is surrounded by the four continents. The structure’s exterior is decorated with small pieces of Chinese porcelain, a unique feature introduced by King Rama III.
We take a break at a riverside restaurant where a delicious Thai lunch is freshly prepared for you.
Later on, we take you on a relaxing long-tailed boat tour to see the local life in the Venice of the East. Explore the canals and enjoy the view of wooden houses on stilts.
Optional attractions are also available. If you want to make the most of your time in Bangkok, you can personalize your tour on the booking form:
- Replace Wat Arun with a stroll down the streets of Chinatown for a more local experience in one of the oldest and most interesting districts of Bangkok, you will still be able to see Wat Arun from the long tailed boat.
- Add Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (emerald Buddha Temple), if you don’t mind the crowds then this is a spectacular place to visit, we will start around 8:00.
- Enjoy a 30-minute relaxing traditional Thai or foot massage at Wat Pho temple
- Visit Jim Thompson House (includes a guided tour by museum guide)
This private tour is organised exclusively for you, no others will join.
Note: You can also choose to explore like a local by booking the Bangkok Highlights by local transport.
Brenda –
Overall, the tour was excellent! Arrangements were professionally handled and our tour was custom made to our liking. Management was very accommodating as we had a last minute change in numbers in our party as unfortunately some of my family were suddenly sick and unable to attend. I would highly recommend this tour company to my friends visiting Bangkok!
Earthquake –
For a one day tour this program was a great way to go. Ms Air is a very considerate person and knowledgeable. Only change we would have made is the canal tour. Interesting but given choices might think of an alternative.
Sar –
The Bangkok highlights tour is a perfect choice if you have limited time in Bangkok. Ms Air is wonderful! Very friendly and knowledgeable. She easily adjusted to our needs.
Happy Traveler –
BKK was excellent and offered awesome service. The tour guide really was passionate and proud of her country and heritage! All credit to them!
Manus –
Ms Petch was fantastic! It was like taking a tour with a friend. She made the tour interesting, enjoyable, relaxing and fun.
Daniel –
Everything was arranged in very good way, our guide Ms Raht was very professional.
Murphr –
We had a fantastic day touring around Bangkok with Petch. She was very knowledgable, spoke perfect English and made great efforts to ensure everyone had a fantastic time. We were able to see so much in a short period of time because of the efficiency of the tour and how well Petch organised everything. The airconditioned minivan was a great relief from the humidity of Bangkok. The lunch in the naval centre was also fantastic. I would recommend this as a must do to everyone who is visiting Bangkok for the first time.
Pascale –
Excellent tour. Our guide was Petch. She was very nice and we did see a lot. I would recommend this tour.
Kathy, Neil, and Tom –
This was a fabulous tour with Air who went above and beyond to show us everything in detail. The temples and river cruise were lovely and a delicious lunch also. The transport was so comfortable and we had water and cold towels whenever needed. We really got a great insight into Bangkok Highlights and Air was excellent.
Sam –
Tour was excellent, clean minivan, and friendly driver. The highlights of our tour: Grand palace, lunch, boat ride, and feeding the fish.
Andrew –
I booked with BKK for a 3 day private tour and it has been amazing experience. The tour has been well-planned and catered for the specific requests I have made. The tour guide, Nadia, is very knowledgeable of each of the sites visited and speaks fluent English. She also cares for our every needs and in some cases went above and beyond what she was expected to do, which was very impressive. We were travelling in a van that is well equipped and comfortable. The driver handed us a cold wet towel every time we got back on to the van from a site. I highly recommend BKK tour to others visiting Thailand.
NHopkins –
A very professional company and complete experience. Ms Petch is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide that made the day a great experience for this family of four.