
Bangkok Temple Tour: Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho & Wat Arun
Bangkok's three must-see temples with a licensed guide: the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha, the giant Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and Wat Arun across the river – entrance fees included.
Choose tickets₹7,140 per personStart at the Grand Palace, the former royal residence, and Wat Phra Kaew, home of the revered Emerald Buddha, with its golden chedis, guardian demons and murals of the Ramakien. Your guide brings the history and symbolism to life as you explore the courtyards.
Next, walk to Wat Pho to see the 46-metre gold Reclining Buddha and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage, then cross the Chao Phraya by ferry to Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, decorated with Chinese porcelain and seashells.
Highlights
- Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha
- Wat Pho's 46-metre Reclining Buddha
- Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- All three entrance fees included
Packages & Prices
Guided Half-Day Temple Tour (entrance fees included)
- Per person (4 years and above): ₹7,140
What's Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Entrance to the Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho and Wat Arun
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Bangkok
- River ferry crossing
- Drinking water
Not Included
- Lunch
- Clothing rental if not dressed correctly
- Tips
Timings
- Morning tour: pickup about 8:00 AM, back about 1:00 PM
- The Grand Palace closes on some royal ceremony days – we'll rearrange if needed
Know Before You Go
- Strict dress code: shoulders and knees covered, no see-through or ripped clothes, closed shoes or sandals with a back strap.
- Lots of walking in the heat – bring water and a hat.
- Children under 4 join free.
- Beware of strangers outside the palace saying it's closed – stay with your guide.
Terms & ConditionsShow
- Prices are per ticket in Indian Rupees (INR) and include taxes. You pay the total shown at checkout – there are no hidden booking fees.
- Your booking is confirmed once payment succeeds. Your voucher is emailed to you, usually within 24 hours of booking.
- Carry your passport; operators may check the lead traveller's ID against the booking.
- Child and infant prices follow the operator's own age and height rules, which are checked on the day. If a ticket type doesn't match, the difference may be charged there.
- Bookings are valid only for the date on your voucher. To change the date, contact Plantenium before the day – changes depend on availability.
- Tours and boat trips can be changed or cancelled by the operator for weather, sea conditions or safety. If the operator cancels, you get a full refund or a new date.
- Thai national park fees, where mentioned as not included, are set by the government and paid in cash on the day.
Photos: Nawit science / CC BY-SA 4.0; Ninara / CC BY 4.0; Basile Morin / CC BY-SA 4.0; Philip Nalangan / CC BY 4.0. Photos are illustrative.