Highlights of Bangkok
From Bangkok's largest flower market to the Grand Palace's golden spires, this full day weaves through the city's most significant sites – with a long-tailed boat ride through Thonburi's canals and a monk's blessing at Wat Arun as the sun sets.
Area
Bangkok
Type
Community & Culture
History
Grade
Luxurious
Who
Adults
Older Kids
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Full Day
Start at Pak Klong Talad, where Thailand's largest flower market fills the morning air with jasmine and roses. Aisles of blooms from across the country, the kind of sensory chaos that stays with you. Stop for a cool drink and try your hand at crafting a lotus petal offering – a small tradition that carries real meaning.
Wat Pho comes next, home to the 46-meter reclining Buddha with mother-of-pearl inlaid feet. The temple's ancient courtyards offer quiet amid the city's noise. Lunch at Phraya Palazzo, a Michelin Plate restaurant overlooking the Chao Phraya River, where Thai cuisine is done properly.
The afternoon belongs to the Grand Palace – golden spires, ornate throne halls, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Thailand's most sacred sculpture. Then onto a long-tailed boat, leaving the modern city behind for Thonburi's narrow canals. Traditional wooden houses on stilts, a different pace entirely, the kind of perspective you can't get from the streets.
Finish at Wat Arun as evening settles in. The Temple of Dawn's colorful towers catch the last light, and here you'll give alms to monks and receive a blessing. A fitting end to a day spent understanding what Bangkok actually is.
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Unique to You

- We listen to your travel goals and craft unique trips that are personalized to you.
- We’re with you every step of your life’s travel journey, from honeymoons to family trips and beyond.

Seamless Service

- Global offices in the UK, US, Singapore, and Hong Kong for 24/7 seamless service.
- We offer flexibility if your plans change so you can book with confidence and peace of mind.

Carefully Curated Collection

- We’ve curated an elevated collection of accommodation, experiences, and guides.
- Committed to fostering close global relationships to continue bringing you unique experiences.

Luxury in Every Sense

- We deliver a sense of luxury that matters most to you.
- Awarded Condé Nast Traveler’s Top Travel Specialists in the World 13 years in a row.