Bangkok City Highlights Tour: Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho & Wat Arun Temples
by Sightseeingbangkok.com
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This half-day bus tour covers Bangkok’s main religious sites linked to the city’s royal and spiritual history. The itinerary starts at the Grand Palace, built in 1782 as the royal residence and featuring Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Visitors spend about 30 minutes exploring the palace grounds and another 30 minutes inside Wat Phra Kaew, which holds the sacred Emerald Buddha statue carved from jade. Next, the tour visits Wat Pho, located just behind the Grand Palace. Wat Pho is one of Bangkok’s largest temple complexes and is known for its 46-meter-long Reclining Buddha statue covered in gold leaf. The visit here is approximately 30 minutes. The final stop is Wat Arun, also called the Temple of Dawn, situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. This temple is recognized for its colorful porcelain spires and distinctive riverside setting. The visit lasts about 30 minutes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included except for departures from Saphan Taksin, and air-conditioned transportation is provided. A professional English-speaking guide leads the tour. If the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are closed, the tour includes a visit to Wat Traimit, home to the world’s largest solid gold Buddha. The total duration is between three and five hours. Gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bangkok
Guests should wait at their hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. For join tours departing from Saphan Taksin, meet at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 where the guide will hold a Sun Leisure World Pla sign.
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace is a key landmark in Bangkok, built in 1782 as the royal residence for over 150 years. The complex features golden spires, detailed carvings, and architecture that reflects Thailand’s royal heritage. Visitors have around 30 minutes to explore the grounds.
30 min
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Located within the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew houses the Emerald Buddha, a revered jade statue. The temple, also built in 1782, is known for its detailed murals and golden decorations. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here.
30 min
Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahaviharn
Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, lies behind Wat Phra Kaew. It is one of Bangkok’s largest temple complexes, famous for its 46-metre-long Reclining Buddha covered in gold leaf. The site is a world heritage location and the visit lasts approximately 30 minutes.
30 min
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River and is known for its colorful porcelain spires. Called the Temple of Dawn, it stands beside the river and the visit here is about 30 minutes.
30 min
Meeting point
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
End point
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bangkok City Highlights Tour: Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho & Wat Arun Temples
by Sightseeingbangkok.com
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿4,870.60Overview
This half-day bus tour covers Bangkok’s main religious sites linked to the city’s royal and spiritual history. The itinerary starts at the Grand Palace, built in 1782 as the royal residence and featuring Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Visitors spend about 30 minutes exploring the palace grounds and another 30 minutes inside Wat Phra Kaew, which holds the sacred Emerald Buddha statue carved from jade. Next, the tour visits Wat Pho, located just behind the Grand Palace. Wat Pho is one of Bangkok’s largest temple complexes and is known for its 46-meter-long Reclining Buddha statue covered in gold leaf. The visit here is approximately 30 minutes. The final stop is Wat Arun, also called the Temple of Dawn, situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. This temple is recognized for its colorful porcelain spires and distinctive riverside setting. The visit lasts about 30 minutes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included except for departures from Saphan Taksin, and air-conditioned transportation is provided. A professional English-speaking guide leads the tour. If the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are closed, the tour includes a visit to Wat Traimit, home to the world’s largest solid gold Buddha. The total duration is between three and five hours. Gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bangkok
Guests should wait at their hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. For join tours departing from Saphan Taksin, meet at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 where the guide will hold a Sun Leisure World Pla sign.
The Grand Palace
The Grand Palace is a key landmark in Bangkok, built in 1782 as the royal residence for over 150 years. The complex features golden spires, detailed carvings, and architecture that reflects Thailand’s royal heritage. Visitors have around 30 minutes to explore the grounds.
30 min
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Located within the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew houses the Emerald Buddha, a revered jade statue. The temple, also built in 1782, is known for its detailed murals and golden decorations. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here.
30 min
Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram Ratchaworamahaviharn
Wat Pho, or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, lies behind Wat Phra Kaew. It is one of Bangkok’s largest temple complexes, famous for its 46-metre-long Reclining Buddha covered in gold leaf. The site is a world heritage location and the visit lasts approximately 30 minutes.
30 min
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Wat Arun is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River and is known for its colorful porcelain spires. Called the Temple of Dawn, it stands beside the river and the visit here is about 30 minutes.
30 min
Meeting point
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
End point
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.