🏨 Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha - Half Day Private Tour Activity

Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha - Half Day Private Tour

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Departs: Thailand, Thailand

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

This tour takes you to the founding place of Bangkok. As Chakri Dynasty came into being and Power in 1782, it ushered a new era in development of Bangkok. The first building of consequence was the Grand Palace that served as the official residence as well as the administrative block of the Royal family until 1925. Today the Grand Palace is still used for important ceremonial purposes.

Discover the elaborate architecture and regal elegance of the Grand Palace in Bangkok, explore the gardens and courtyards of the large complex with your guide. The Grand Palace houses one of the worlds longest murals on its wall, that depicts the saga of 'Ramakien' or the Thai Ramayana.

Vist the the sacred Buddhist temple of Wat Phra Kaew, home to the Emerald Buddha - one of the most revered Buddha Idol in Thailand.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

English Speaking Guide

Entry Tickets

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Personal expenses

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 2
ADULT: Age: 3 - 85

Additional Info

Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Travstore is SHA Certified by Ministry of Tourism, Thailand. The SHA scheme is part of Thailand’s ongoing efforts to raise safety standards in the travel and tourism industry and restore the confidence of domestic and international tourists following the

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress Code: Shorts and sleeveless T-shirts are not allowed in the temple. Knees and shoulders must be covered.
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Nationality of all travelers and the hotel details must be emailed at least 24 hours prior to departure
Public transportation options are available nearby
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

Emerald Buddha, called Phra Kaeo Morakot in Thai, is the most revered Buddha Idol in Thailand and the deity of the Royal Family. The statue is made of Jade and is seasonally decorated with different attires made of Gold and precious stones.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Grand Palace

The Grand Palace was once the residence and administrative complex of the Royal Family, now used more for ceremonial purposes. This Palace was built by King Rama 1 in 1782 , the Founder of the Chakri Dynasty that rules Thailand till date. It houses several courts and buildings including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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