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Full-Day Private Royal Grand Palace and Temples Tour

Bangkok, Thailand
Half Day Bangkok Shrines Walking Tour
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Set alongside Bangkok’s shopping malls and hotels you’ll encounter an abundance of Buddhist shrines where local devotees pay their respects. This 4-hour walking tour with an informative guide introduces you to several Hindu-based deities, such as Lord Indra and Ganesh. You’ll learn about Thailand’s cultural and religious practices and have the opportunity to light a candle at each shrine.
  • 4-hour walking tour of religious shrines in Bangkok
  • Learn about Thai worship practices from a local guide
  • Get acquainted with deities based in Hindu mythology
  • Small-group tour ensures personalized attention

What's Included

  • English Speaking guide with professional local guide
  • R/T Transfer hotel pickup/ drop off (selected hotel only)
  • Lunch
  • All entrance fees as appropriated
  • Insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Expenditures of personal nature

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

08:00 AM

Pickup details

Applicable pick up/drop off Hotels in Bangkok City only. You must contact us at least 48 hours before the activity start time so we can inform you about the exact pick up time and place.

What To Expect

Meet your guide at a central location in Bangkok and set out to discover several Buddhist shrines, each located within walking distance. You’ll receive a brief introduction at the start of your half-day walking tour, as your knowledgeable guide orients you to enchanting deities with roots linked to ancient Hindu traditions.

You’re introduced to Thai representations of Hindu gods such as Ganesh, the elephant god that promotes creativity and protection from harm; Lord Indra, who takes care of all of humankind; and Phra Phrom, a version of Lord Brahma believed to bring good fortune.

Learn about local worship practices as your guide explains the mythology behind each deity and its divine symbols. Feel free to purchase appropriate offerings from local vendors next to each shrine, then light your own candle and make a wish.

The Grand Palace

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Wat Phra Chetuphon

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Wan Fah

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • A dress code is required to enter the Royal Grand Palace. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • The given time is approximate as it depends on customer, traffic and local condition.
  • Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents.
  • Order of visit can be changed depends on hotel location as a pick up point. Tour guide will arrange the most suitable itinerary for customer.
  • As of now Wan Fah restaurant is tempolary closed until further notice, alternative local restaurant will be provided during this time.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

From $111.00

Price varies by group size

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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