BangkokGrand Palace & templesBangkok's three great temples.
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2 000 THB/ per person
≈ €53
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Key facts
- Price
- From 2 000 THB per person; children 1 200 THB
- Duration
- 4 h, Morning 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. · Afternoon 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- Departure times
- 09:00 · 13:00
- Meeting point or pickup
- 9h00, Meet River City Bangkok: River City meeting point (Charoen Krung Road, BTS Saphan Taksin + shuttle boat). Reception, briefing, distribution of water bottles.
- Detailed programme
- 9h00 Meet River City Bangkok · 9h30 Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha) · 10h45 Grand Palace · 11h45 Wat Phra Kaew · Temple of the Emerald Buddha · 13h00 End of round
- Included
- English-speaking guide, Temple Entrance Fees, Bottle of cold water, Max group 12 (van) or 18 (bus)
- How far ahead to book
- Online until 18:00 (Thailand time) the day before departure.
- Cancellation
- Free up to 48 h before departure; 50% retained between 48 h and 24 h before; no refund under 24 h or for a no-show. Groups of 5 people or more: free up to 5 days before departure; 50% retained between 5 days and 24 h before; no refund under 24 h or for a no-show. If we cancel for weather, sea safety or force majeure: a new date or a full refund.
Bangkok temples half-day: Grand Palace, Wat Pho (46m reclining Buddha), Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha). English guide, morning or afternoon departing from River City.
What you'll experience
Wat Pho, Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha, in half a day
01
The Reclining Buddha
Meet at River City at 9:00 am or 1:00 pm with your English-speaking guide. First stop: Wat Pho and its 46-metre reclining Buddha.
02
The Grand Palace
Then the Grand Palace, in a group of 12 people max by van, 18 by bus. Temple entry fees are included.
03
The Emerald Buddha
Last stop, Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The tour ends around 1:00 pm or 5:00 pm, a bottle of cold water in hand.
Included / Not included
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Temple Entrance Fees
- Bottle of cold water
- Max group 12 (van) or 18 (bus)
Not included
- Hotel transfer (direct meeting at River City Bangkok)
- Meal
- Donations in temples (optional, 20-50 THB/site)
- Tip guide
Prices
| Group size | Price / person |
|---|---|
| 1 person or more | 2 000 THB |
Your day
Detailed programme
9h00
Meet River City Bangkok
9h00
Meet River City Bangkok
River City meeting point (Charoen Krung Road, BTS Saphan Taksin + shuttle boat). Reception, briefing, distribution of water bottles.
9h30
Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
Oldest temple in Bangkok. 46 m reclining Buddha covered in gold. Birthplace of traditional Thai massage. 45 mins.
10h45
Grand Palace
Former royal residence from the 18th-20th century. Architecture mixing Thai and European. Visit to the state rooms.
11h45
Wat Phra Kaew · Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Within the grounds of the Grand Palais. Home to the Emerald Buddha, Thailand's most sacred statue (only the king can change its clothes 3 times a year).
13h00
End of round
Free return from River City (BTS Saphan Taksin or taxi).
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Grand Palace & temples
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All the details
Bangkok temples half-day: Grand Palace, Wat Pho (46m reclining Buddha), Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha). English guide, morning or afternoon departing from River City.
The 3 sites not to be missed
If you only have half a day in Bangkok for culture, it's these three, and nothing else. They are glued, you do them in one pass.
- Wat Pho: Reclining Buddha 46 m, precious details at the feet (mother-of-pearl medallions), oldest temple.
- Grand Palais: royal Siamese architecture from the 18th to the 20th. Essential for understanding the Thai monarchy.
- Wat Phra Kaew: the Emerald Buddha. Sacred for the Thais, less spectacular than the other sites but unique.
Our advice
- Arrive 15 minutes early at the River City meeting point, the metro and the river are crowded during rush hours.
- No photos in royal buildings (prohibited).
- Bring shoes that are easy to remove (bare feet required everywhere).
Tip: after the tour, cross the river to visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn, 100 THB entry), not on the tour but 10 minutes away and photogenic at sunset.
Before you go
Good to know
Beat the crowds
Iconic spots like Maya Bay are far calmer early in the day. Our morning departures get you there before the midday ferry rush.
National park fees
Some sites sit inside a national park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the “Not included” list above so there are no surprises.
Sun & reef care
The tropical sun is strong, bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water. Reef-safe sunscreen is required in Thai marine parks.
What to pack
Comfortable shoes, light breathable clothing, water and a small backpack for the day.
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2 000 THB/ per person