Bangkok: Grand Palace and Wat Arun Guided Walking Tour

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Join a small-group guided walking tour of two of Bangkok’s famous landmarks. Admire the lavish Grand Palace with the Emerald Buddha, and the Instagrammable Wat Arun.

Highlights

  • Explore two of Bangkok's most famous and photogenic sites on a walking tour
  • Visit Wat Phra Kaew at the Grand Palace to admire the Emerald Buddha statue
  • Marvel at the magnificent and highly-Instagrammable structure that is Wat Arun
  • Enjoy a short but fun ride in a tuk tuk from the Grand Palace to the river
  • Explore responsibly with a GSTC-certified tour

Description

Embark on a short walking tour around Bangkok to visit two of the city’s most famous landmarks. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure to visit the Grand Palace, including the Emerald Buddha, and Wat Arun. Nestled in the heart of Bangkok, the Grand Palace is a mesmerizing architectural masterpiece. Explore the sprawling abode of the royal family, and take in the brilliant statues, captivating imagery, rich history, and breathtaking display of Thai grandeur. Visit one of the temples located within the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which houses one of the country’s most sacred and revered statues. Take in the vivid murals and striking details before taking a tuk-tuk to the pier and boarding a ferry to cross the river. On the other side of the river, visit Wat Arun. This 300-year-old temple boasts an awe-inspiring white chedi adorned with thousands of vibrant mosaic pieces, creating a captivating visual spectacle that has earned it the distinction of being a coveted Instagrammable destination. Enjoy a low-impact way of exploring. On this tour, you explore sustainable experiences that prioritize providing water in glass bottles and offsetting carbon emissions in every tour, reducing your environmental impact and carbon footprint.

Includes

Walking tour Guide Tuk-tuk ride from Grand Palace to Tha Tian Ferry ride from Tha Tian Pier to Wat Arun Carbon emissions offset credits

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