That there is quite a lot of walking, you need to be fit, take a hat, sunglasses, strong comfortable shoes
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- English speaking guide
- Temple entrance fees (Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew 500 THB) THB 500.00 per person (If option is selected)
- One bottle of drinking water per person
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The meeting point is in front of the Tha Chang ferry pier on the Chao Phraya River, located opposite the Grand Palace (see tour page). After booking, you will receive a manual confirmation email with photos of the meeting location. Please check your inbox and junk folder carefully.
Return
- The meeting point is in front of the Tha Chang ferry pier on the Chao Phraya River, located opposite the Grand Palace (see tour page). After booking, you will receive a manual confirmation email with photos of the meeting location. Please check your inbox and junk folder carefully.
Itinerary
A visit to Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew is a true highlight of any trip to Bangkok. The glittering Grand Palace is an architectural masterpiece that served as the official residence of the kings of the Chakri Dynasty for more than 150 years. Built in 1782 by King Rama I, the complex features an extraordinary collection of golden spires, ornate halls and richly decorated pavilions that reflect the finest craftsmanship of Thai architecture. Within the palace grounds lies Wat Phra Kaew, Thailand’s most sacred temple, home to the revered Emerald Buddha, a small but highly venerated statue carved from a single block of jade. The temple’s walls are adorned with colourful murals depicting scenes from the Ramakien, Thailand’s national epic. Please note: The entrance fee of THB 500 per person is NOT included and must be paid cash on the day of the tour.
Wat Phra Kaew is regarded as the most sacred temple in Thailand. Located within the grounds of the Grand Palace, this magnificent temple houses the highly revered Emerald Buddha, a small yet extremely important statue carved from a single block of jade. Built in 1782 by King Rama I, the temple has played a central role in Thai royal and religious ceremonies for centuries. The beautifully decorated temple buildings are adorned with glittering gold, intricate mosaics and colourful murals that depict scenes from the Ramakien, Thailand’s national epic. With its rich symbolism, exquisite craftsmanship and deep spiritual significance, Wat Phra Kaew remains one of the most impressive and culturally important landmarks in Bangkok.
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Ken was our tour guide and he was phenomenal
Ken was a great guide. Very knowledgeable.
Amazing Experience with Wonder Siam! We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Wonder Siam! Our tour guide, Ken, was amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable, informative, and passionate about sharing his knowledge with us. He took the time to explain everything in detail, making the experience both enjoyable and educational. Ken’s friendly personality and professionalism made the tour even more special. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does and wants his guests to have the best experience possible. I highly recommend Wonder Siam to anyone looking for a memorable tour, and if you have the opportunity, definitely ask for Ken! He truly made our experience exceptional. Thank you, Ken, for such a fantastic tour! 🙌🏽✨
We did the Grand palace and temple of Emerald Buddha. This was a guided tour. She was okay however did speak about the power of meditation in depth for too long without knowing our own situations which I felt a little condescending. She assumed we didn’t practice and I think made the others on the tour a little uncomfortable I would say you can do this alone as the leaflet you can pick up in the grounds is very extensive. As we were not doing anything after we managed to go to the included cultural show via the free shuttle tram excellent
It was on enjoyable experience. The poor guy was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We had enough time to take pictures and hear the history of the and stories.
Ampha Thanyawan or her nickname 'Mild' , was the best tour guide and gave us an amazing experience of Bangkoks amazing temples. Ampha Thanyawan Made sure we got the best photos. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the temples and took time to explain everything. We had a great time and would recommend this tour to any visitors to Bangkok!!
What a great tour. So much to learn from Paula. She is a fanatical royalist that is so knowledgeable. The area is as in a little chaos with the commemorative activities for the death of the kings sister. The Buddha was hard to see due to some renovations but you could see it. Easy calling and listening. A great tour and well worth the time.
Terrific guide! An amazing tour. Wan was wonderful and highly recommend!
Paula was absolutely amazing. We did the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the Grand Palace. She stopped and took lots of photos for us. Explained everything. Her English is brilliant too.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent tour and a wonderful experience! Our guide, Nikki, was extremely polite, friendly, and helpful throughout the tour. She explained everything clearly, was very patient, and made the visit to the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple even more enjoyable. A special credit to Nikki for making the tour comfortable and memorable. Her helpful nature and excellent guidance really stood out. Highly recommended! If you’re planning the Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha Tour in Bangkok, I would definitely recommend Nikki as your guide. 🇹🇭✨
Lovely guide! good pace, really interesting. Was boiling out but our guide kept us in the shade as much as she could.
Great educational tour of the temples and Grand Palace. Ken, our guide was the best!!!
Ken was an amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable. Willing to answer any questions. Tells you where to go and what to look for. Definitely recommended if you're wanting to check out some of the most popular temples in Bangkok!
Ken was great. Recommend him.
Ken is such a perfect and great guide! He’s really friendly, he knows everything about the city and you feel like you’re knowing the city and the temples with a friend, I’m so grateful for this experience :)
This was an excellent experience. I highly recommend to anyone visiting Bangkok with an interest in the temples in the city. Nicki was an amazing guide and a 10/10 photographer as well!
Paula was amazing at guiding and telling the intricate stories behind the monuments. Interesting, informative and truly Thai hospitality.
Fantastic tour! Ken was an excellent guide - a font of knowledge, friendly and fun. We had the best morning!
Paula was funny, knowledgeable, and prioritized our comfort. She made sure we had plenty of opportunities to sit in the shade or near fans while she explained the history behind the architecture. She let us know when and where there would be bathroom breaks and kept us on schedule without rushing. She even took time after the tour ended to make sure we got to our train stops, Grab pickup points, etc. My friend went on a self guided tour of the Grand Palace 8 years ago and said it was a totally different experience having a guide--he enjoyed it so much more and we both learned a lot. Thanks, Paula!
Paula is very good and helpful. The tour is very good and I’ve learned many things about Thailand and it’s history.
Our tourguide Paula made a good job, answered all our questions, made good photos (it was a private tour, so this was possible), showed the best photo spots, and explained the facts and culture of the palace and the temple very well.
Ken was really informative and really professional. Loved the tour and the fact that he was so helpful. Highly recommend the tour.
Paula was amazing, knowledgeable, fun and full of personality and wisdom. I thoroughly enjoyed her insights and this is definitely worth the booking.
Our guide, Paula was fantastic! We learned so much. She was very funny, polite, and kept us on a great. Highly recommended
Paula was great. Google's needs to correct the pick up location though
Guide was amazing. Highly recommend Paula! She was an amazing guide!
Paula very good guide great experience!
Our guide, Paula, was amazing, energetic , and funny. Lots of knowledge.
Paula was not only extremely informative, but extremely funny and entertaining as well!
Our guide was awesome, she accommodated our needs and made sure we were able to make it back to our hotel to get ready for our flight. Very knowledgeable, friendly, and care-centered. My elderly parents were well looked after.
Very beautiful being exposed to Thai Culture. Paula, my tour guide and we not just a guide, but she was Thai, and spoke very passionately about her background.
Amazing tour! Very informative. Paula was wonderful. English was great! Very nice!
Paula was the best guide. She shared Many stories and history with our group. I would recommend this tour and her to everyone. She made it fun!
Paula was great - made the tour a lot better than just another regular tour. Very great story telling, and very knowledgeable of history, beliefs, current affairs. Enjoyed the tour, highly recommended!
Paula was amazing - very friendly and knowledgeable! Made the experience fun even when it was 34 degrees!
Paula was superlative!!! So much energy and happiness - exuberance that was captivating and non stop during the whole tour. Her knowledge about the different temples and local history - inexhaustible. We highly recommend her for a thoroughly tour, beginning to end. Thank you Paula. : )
Thanks Paula - great guide lots of history, plenty of laughs and very knowledgeable. Thanks
Excelllent guide Lovely experience Worthy to do it . Thanks for this georgeous tour
Fantastic experience. Paula is awesome. Highly recommended.
Paula was very informative and fun. She takes great care of her customers. We loved the tour.
Paula was absolutely awesome on our tour! Incredible personality, knowledge, and genuine kindness towards all parties. 10/10 would recommend
Paula was an amazing guide! Super insightful and good pace for the visit
Mr Ken our guide is so courteous, heipfull and very informative; we learned so much about the tour. More power to Amazing Thailand
Ken is very accommodating and knowledgeable about the tourist spots.
Really great experience Great for Solo travelers
Our guide was incredible and I loved seeing all of the beautiful temples!
Paula was our tour guide and she was great! Very knowledgeable! She kept us very entertained!
Great Tour Guide fills the day with history and good vibes!
Amazing tour. Nikki was fantastic!! Made it really interesting and super fun. Thank you so much for looking after us and telling us so much about the history of the Grand Palace and Temples.
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