Bangkok: Grand Palace & Wat Pho Half-Day Japanese Tour

Overview

• ✓Must-see in Bangkok: the Grand Palace and three major temples.
• ✓The Grand Palace and surrounding temples are easy to visit on your own, but to truly understand the deep connection between Buddhism and the Thai monarchy in daily life, a guided tour in Japanese is recommended.
• ✓This tour includes visits to the stunning Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Temple), Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha and Thai massage headquarters), and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn).
• ✓You'll also experience local transport like boats and tuk-tuks, and feel the energy of Bangkok's streets, temples, and markets.
• ✓The tour starts with a hotel pickup*1 and is great for photography in the cooler morning hours.

Must-see in Bangkok: the Grand Palace and three major temples. The Grand Palace and surrounding temples are easy to visit on your own, but to truly understand the deep connection between Buddhism and the Thai monarchy in daily life, a guided tour in Japanese is recommended. This tour includes visits to the stunning Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Temple), Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha and Thai massage headquarters), and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). You'll also experience local transport like boats and tuk-tuks, and feel the energy of Bangkok's streets, temples, and markets. The tour starts with a hotel pickup*1 and is great for photography in the cooler morning hours. Perfect for those with limited time on the last day*2, adding extra memories to your Bangkok visit! *1: Pickup is limited to certain areas. *2: Please leave your luggage at the hotel before joining.

What to Bring

• •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• •Public transportation options are available nearby
• •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• •Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. The tour/experience will start on time, even if you are late.
• •The departure time is listed as 09:00, but the final pickup time will be provided the evening before the tour.
• •Hotel Pickup Areas: Central Bangkok, Sathorn, Silom, Siam, Pratunam, Khao San Road, Charun Krung Road, and the Sukhumvit area (between Soi 1-57 and Soi 2-36).
• •You may be asked to show an ID when entering the Grand Palace. Please bring your passport (a copy is acceptable).
• •Since you will frequently need to remove your shoes during sightseeing, we recommend wearing shoes that are easy to take off. Please join the tour in comfortable, easy-to-move-in clothing and footwear.
• •Please leave large luggage, such as suitcases, at your hotel and refrain from bringing them on the tour.
• •Photography and video recording of the Emerald Buddha and inside the Grand Palace are prohibited.
• •The tour may be canceled on the day due to bad weather or unexpected local circumstances.
• •Out of respect for Thailand's Buddhist culture and manners, please ensure your clothing covers your skin appropriately, such as by wearing a cover-up. Shorts shorter than knee-length are not recommended for the tour.

Meeting and Pickup

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