Private Best of Bangkok
Private Best of Bangkok
The city of Bangkok is home to more than 400 wats, or Buddhist temples. This exclusive private tour takes you on a journey to visit some of the most amazing temples in Bangkok and allows you to experience the history and culture of the city in a unique way.
After meeting your experienced and knowledgeable guide, take a drive to the temple of Wat Traimit, where you will find the Golden Buddha. This amazing statue sculptured in Sukhothai style dates back to early centuries and is the world's largest solid gold statue, weighing 5.5 tons.
Next on your tour is a drive through Chinatown, Indian Town, The Flower Market, and the central business district of Bangkok, where you will see unique architecture and various points of interest. A visit to Wat Pho, The Temple of the Reclining Buddha comes next. Wat Pho houses the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, including a the famous Reclining Buddha, which extends 46 meters long and and 15m high and is covered in gold leaf. Wat Pho is widely regarded as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage.
Following your visit to Wat Pho, venture to the Marble Temple, featuring an ornate design that combines Thai and European architectural themes. Inside, explore the many treasures in the temple's unique collection of rare Buddha images.
After your visit to these stunning temples, enjoy some Thai cuisine as you lunch at a local restaurant. Then conclude your journey with a visit to Wat Arun, known as the Temple of the Dawn and one of Thailand's best known landmarks.