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Bangkok Temples and Wang Lang Market (LC1)

Description

  • 08:30 Pickup from your cruise ship at Laem Chabang Port and travel 2 hours to Bangkok to visit the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace is a must-see for any traveller. From 1782 until 1925 this collection of elegant buildings was home to the Kings of Siam (later Thailand). The Grand Palace is a public museum and historical site that is still utilised for special occasions.
  • Next to the Grand Palace is the Wat Pho which is also known as Wat Phra Chetuphon or the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. It is one of the city’s oldest and greatest temples, notable for its magnificent architecture, excellent artwork, and the distinctive giant reclining Buddha statue.
  • Lunch at local restaurant.
  • After lunch you will visit the local Wang Lang Market which is famous for its numerous food stalls and clothing sellers. At Wang Lang Market you can immerse yourself in a local Thai area away from the busy downtown district and get to try lots of different delicious Thai foods, snacks and desserts.
  • After Wang Lang Market you will travel just a short distance to the Wat Arun also known as the Temple of Dawn. It is regarded as one of the city’s most recognisable monuments and is noted for its unusual architectural design and expansive views of the river and the skyline.
  • 18:30 Return to your cruise ship at Laem Chabang Port.

** Guide times are approximate depending upon local traffic and weather conditions and can also be adjusted to suit your own personal requirements **

Tour includes

  • Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking local tour guide
  • All applicable entrance fees
  • Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)
  • Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)
  • Lunch
  • Wang Lang Market
  • Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun)
  • Travel insurance