Half-Day Private Tour: The Best of Bangkok Temples

Bangkok, Thailand

Uncover the heart of Thailand’s history and culture during this 4-hour private tour of Bangkok’s temples. A predominantly Buddhist country, Thailand is home to thousands of temples and some of the most famous are in the capital city of Bangkok. Admire the ‘Golden Buddha’ temple at Wat Trimit, the famous reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and the gorgeous marble temple at Wat Bechcmabohit. Along the way you’ll pass through the city’s vibrant Chinatown and the Chedis of the Kings. A friendly local guide will be on hand to guide you around and offer a more personalized experience.

Your immersion into Thai Buddhist culture takes you to three of Bangkok’s most famous temples, each of which offer something important to the religion and culture, on this 4-hour tour. Thailand is almost predominantly Buddhist and home to some 26,000 temples, making its capital city the ideal place to begin exploring the religion.

Start your adventure with Wat Trimit, considered the temple of the Golden Buddha because the statue is crafted from 5.5 tons of solid gold. An example of Sukhothai style art, the statue is 272 feet tall (3 meters). Next you’ll head through Bangkok’s Chinatown district to Wat Pho, the oldest temple and often referred to as the temple of the reclining Buddha. The largest Buddha in Bangkok, the statue is 46 meters long and 15 meters high and depicts Buddha passing into nirvana. The area is also home to the Chedis of the Kings.

Your last temple stop will be at the famous Wat Benchamabophit, constructed out of gorgeous white Italian marble from Carrara in the 19th-century. A friendly private guide will accompany you throughout the tour and offer a more intimate and personalized experience.