Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, & Delicious Mango Dessert
ID: GYG482007-855333
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore Bangkok's highlights like the Grand Palace and Wat Pho on a guided tour. Discover cultural and historical landmarks in Bangkok and enjoy a delicious mango dessert on a jam-packed itinerary.
Visit Bangkok’s finest attractions and journey along the city’s fascinating canal network on this half-day tour. Start at one of the largest and oldest temples in Bangkok, Wat Pho which is home to more than 1,000 Buddha images. The temple is considered the first public university in the Kingdom and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage, housing one of the oldest massage schools in the country.
Afterwards, head across the road to the magnificent Grand Palace to take in the beauty of this sprawling temple complex boasting some of the finest Thai-Buddhist architecture in the country. The Palace is also home to Wat Phra Kaew, the prized Emerald Buddha statue dating back to the 14th Century.
Next, we will hop on a tuk-tuk to ride past Bangkok landmarks like the City Pillar Shrine, and the Ministry of Defence to head over to Kor Panich, a legendary Michelin Bib Gourmand mango sticky rice shop that uses an 80-year-old family recipe passed down through generations. Conclude the trip by trying out this sweet delicacy after which our guide can give you suggestions about exploring nearby street food options (at your own time) or advise you on available transport options to return to your hotel.
Highlights
- Explore Bangkok's finest and famous cultural attractions
- Visit the Grand Palace - one of symbolic attraction in Bangkok
- Explore the iconic Temple of the Emerald Buddha
- Admire the beauty of the Reclining Buddha and learn the history of Wat Pho
- Taste a king of Thai Desserts - Mango Sticky Rice
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please kindly provide the full name of each participant for insurance purposes.
Our tour guide, wearing a Discova-branded polo, will be waiting for customers at MRT Sanamchai Exit 1. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.