Overview
Experience Bangkok’s famous markets, royal landmarks and riverside temples on a private full-day tour with hotel pickup. Cruise through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by long-tail boat, watch a train pass through Maeklong Railway Market, and visit the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun and Chinatown with your private guide. • Cruise through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by traditional long-tail boat • Watch vendors move their awnings and goods as the train passes through Maeklong Railway Market • Explore the Grand Palace and see the revered Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew • See Wat Pho’s Reclining Buddha and cross the river by ferry to Wat Arun • Experience the colourful shops, temples and food stalls of Chinatown • Enjoy a flexible pace and personal attention from your private guide
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private Long-tail Boat Ride
- All Entrance Tickets Included
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Begin with early pickup from your Bangkok accommodation and travel by private vehicle with your guide to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Board a traditional long-tail boat and cruise through canals lined with wooden houses, local shops and colourful boats selling fruit and local food.
Stop 2
Continue to Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls are positioned directly beside the tracks. Walk through the market and watch vendors pull back their awnings and goods as the train passes.
Stop 3
Make a short stop at the salt fields near Maeklong to learn how sea salt is produced.
Stop 4
Return towards Bangkok and visit the Grand Palace. Explore its courtyards, golden rooftops and traditional Thai architecture.
Stop 5
Inside the Grand Palace complex, visit Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha. Learn about its spiritual importance and admire the temple’s ornate buildings and detailed murals.
Stop 6
Continue to Wat Pho to see the impressive 46-metre-long Reclining Buddha and explore the temple’s peaceful courtyards and ornate architecture.
Stop 7
Cross the Chao Phraya River by local ferry to Wat Arun. Admire the Temple of Dawn’s riverside setting and distinctive towers decorated with intricate pieces of porcelain.
Stop 8
Finish at Yaowarat Road in Chinatown as evening approaches. Explore streets filled with traditional shophouses, markets, Chinese temples and food stalls before returning to your Bangkok accommodation.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairment