Explore! The Old Siam
Explore! The Old Siam
By Asian Trails Thailand
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Ages 0-80
Duration: 7h
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Live guide: English
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- A professional English-speaking guide.
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
- Lunch at a local restaurant (food only)
- Entry/Admission - The Golden Mount (Wat Saket)
- Entry/Admission - Bangkok
- Entry/Admission - Suan Pakkad Palace Museum
What's not included- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
- Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
- Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
- Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Bangkok hotels. Transfer outside these areas, supplements apply.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8084P337- This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Most travelers can participate
- Transfers are only operated within the downtown Bangkok areas and restricted to main hotels only. Regions outside the central business district such as Khao San Road, Rattanakosin, Nonthaburi, Thonburi, Minburi, both International Airports, Ratchadapisek and upper Sukhumvit (Soi 55 and further) are excluded and supplementary charges apply
- We regret that we are unable to provide pick-up and drop-off transfer services from and to apartment complexes, local guest houses or private apartments. We advise you kindly to head on your own arrangement to the nearest hotel inside the downtown Bangkok area.
- We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant
- We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this
- Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power
- It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
- In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8084P337
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- Terence K0 contributionsA Beautiful place.The palace sums up the Kings of Thailand's taste through out their rule, it has many Court yards with statues of Budda's on display and ornamental gateways at each entrance, there are waterfalls that stand alone in several locations locations. The main attraction is the Gold lying Budda which is very popular and shoes must be covered. There are a variety of colourful stucca's as well well as a temple on the site. If you are a single traveller a tour is your best option as the whole complex will be explained. There are refreshments available and souvenirs, best time to visit early morning for solo visitor or late in afternoon when heat of the day has passed.Written January 18, 2025
- lyndamG2382PH0 contributionsA must do if visiting Chang Rai !Booked through Viatour while we were staying in Chang Rai. We had an amazing guide ‘Angie’ and lovely driver. It was a private tour which allowed us to spend more time at each stop . Angie’s English was very good, she was knowledgeable and very interesting to talk to, particularly about Laos and the Chinese investment there. We had several stops and the highlight was a short boat trip down the Mekong with Laos on one side, Thailand on the other and Myanmar behind us. The temple stops were stunning, thoroughly recommend this trip .Written January 9, 2025
- Charltonath0 contributionsA relaxing experienceVery pleasant cruise up the river. The guide was very informative. It was a relaxing experience. Highly recommend. Leave every hour on the hourWritten November 25, 2024
- karyn4300 contributionsUnique AdventureAmazing experience from start to finish! I went with my husband and we had an incredible time. Very unique experience for those who prefer something a bit different.Written November 25, 2024
- jasonwV8317GX0 contributionsDisappointing Bang RakThe tour we experienced did not match the description given. There were no hidden alleyways, secrets or cultural hotspots, just visits to a few local restaurants. We did not venture off a small part of Charoen Krung Road, a tiny part of Bang Rak, and went nowhere near Silom Road or Patpong as was advertised. There were supposed to be opportunities to shop for local goods in those areas but that didn’t happen. The whole tour lasted barely 2 hours instead of the 3.5 hours scheduled. The whole thing was very disappointing.Written November 19, 2024
- Travel6986750 contributionsThe Grand Palace is a must see if your visiting BangkokThe Grand Palace Bangkok is a must see if your visiting Bangkok. We had a very knowledge guide who shared her vast amount of knowledge with us. Highlight of our stay in Bangkok . Awe inspiring the detail, history connected to the grand palace design both in its exterior and interior appearance is breathtaking. The array of stones and the colours arranged adorning and laid carefully into the architecture and the statues which are abundant throughout the grounds are beautiful in appearance. The grounds also are well cared for and maintained throughout the site. Best time of day to visit is early am as it gets very hot and extremely busy if you go later. We booked on an individual tour and visited early in the morning just prior to the rush of the larger group tours arrived.Written October 26, 2024
- davidgQ8197VW0 contributionsThis journey along the Kwai fulfilled all our expectations, and more. Thoroughly relaxing and informative in all respectWhen I first viewed this trip I was concerned at the lack of feedback from travellers so felt we were travelling into the unknown. This was back in early 2024 so apologies for the late review having enjoyed the trip so determined to write a review. My partner has already submitted her report so I will just add on my additional views; firstly Saint Krista, a wonderful German lady who was the cruise manager..no words can fully compliment this outstanding lady for the care she provided during my partners (tummy) illness. I remained on board during the day to provide comfort etc whilst the other folks went off on a day tour. Sitting upstairs on a shady deck during the day, enjoying the Kwai flowing past, whilst both myself and Krista had pleasant chats over coffee or Ricard (good for a poorly tummy) the chef enquiring what sort of a lunch I would like prepared, was five star. I can add that the food prepared for us was outstanding; the chef was quick to adapt her menu to our individual idiosyncrasies - not too many fortunately. Krista was always to hand and passed all our compliments and requests to Chef. Meal timings were fluid, as some of the trip timings changed due to traffic and tides. Breakfast was superb with individual choices freshly prepared. Readers may be interested in the bar, I certainly was! All bottled but containing a Catholic reasonably priced selection of liquor. I certainly needed a few stiff Ricards for medicinal reasons. Beer was local and wine imported, slightly pricy until the friendly barman pointed out a wine bargain. A bottle, purchased, can have your name on it for the next evening etc. A tab is run, payment on the final evening. To sum up, a marvellous mini cruise on a fascinating historic and interesting river, in excellent hands on board a quirky ship and and cabin. I would like to experience it again, if just for the care and comfort we experienced at the hands of Krista and her crew! Happy to answer any questions you have. DavidWritten September 3, 2024
- hazeyhay0 contributionsBeautiful Historical Sites and ScenaryThe sites were beautiful and our guide was full of knowledge, answering all of our questions. We got a lot of pictures of the stunning scenery. Travelling the river between Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand was extraordinary. A must-do when in Chiang Rai!!Written July 27, 2024
- Demons110 contributionsRelax at Hua Hin.Hau Hin was a very relaxing. Plenty of eateries. cheap of course. beach about 50 meters away. Stayed for a month and that wasn't long enough. Anyone thinking of going... "go"...Written July 10, 2024
- 104micky0 contributionsGreat morning on the riverGreat communication, picked up on time in an air-conditioned van. Boat driver had good English with good knowledge of the area and great traditional Khao Soi. Would highly recommend.Written June 22, 2024
- Batti660 contributionsA unique experience not to be missed!Beautiful boat and although small, with single beds, the cabins are cleverly designed and have aircon. The shower and bathroom all work perfectly and there was never any hint of running out of water, power, etc. There were only 9 of us on board when we travelled; I believe the maximum guest number is 20. Krista, the cruise manager, is excellent and looked after me when I unfortunately wasn’t well (nothing to do with the boat or their food), providing me with medicine and reassurance, and also making sure the bed was made more comfortable for me as I personally found it too hard. I sadly missed out on the trips but was content to stay in my air conditioned cabin and watch the world float by. The boat anchors in the middle of the river at night and tows a small tender at all times to transport people to the bank for trips, etc. The staff are all excellent and attentive, led by Krista, with entertainment put on by the staff on the last night. My partner stated that the food was lovely and lots of it (I wasn’t eating at this point!). I was sorry not to have experienced it more but would happily recommend.Written March 23, 2024
- T5271SWandreww0 contributionsFloating market for TOURISTSWe ventured out to see the floating market, upon arriving and boarding a paddle boat it became very apparent that this only run for tourists. Souvenirs shops abound every inch of the water ways . The worst feature I. Our view is the use of long tail motorized boats' they are noisy if uou like to be in an srea with diesel and gas fumes its eonderful. VERY POLLUTING IN MY OPINION GET RID OF THE MOTORIZED BOATS. OVERALL I would give this a very very poor rating however if you like things created only for tourists go for it.Written February 21, 2024
- guy_paenen0 contributionsGood deal - one time experience.Civilized dinnercruise. Well organized. Food served at the table on a nice boat. Relaxing background music. "Nouvelle cuisine" food OK. Not "Waaauuw", but certainly not "Pfff" either. We opted for "free flow wine, beer". Good quality wine available (Prosecco / Rioja). Does not come exactly cheap (100€ pp), but all in all a good deal if you don't like the disco-boats with buffet-food.Written February 18, 2024
- Kikka19310 contributionsAVOID!AVOID! I just want also to let you know that - I have 30 years of tours/traveling so this is not my first experience - This is a private tour (but, honestly, 80% of what I am going to write would be bad for a group trip too….) and the price isn’t cheap - After this excursion we had very good tours, so, yes, we were unlucky You can just read title of each point or read the whole thing if you want to know more. 1) English tour guide and no English 😳 ? The guide (Mark) speaks little to no English. To the extent that when we were asking questions slowly, the broken English answers he gave were unrelated to the topic. 2) A real tour guide? - During our car trip to the different attractions Mark didn’t give us any context: we didn’t know we were going, what we would see, and the location’s basic history. Zil, none, zero, nada… we tried multiple times in different ways to let him know we wanted to know more. It always fell on deaf ears. The trip was him either talking to the driver or on his phone. - All the information he gave us was a game of true or false. We would get out of the car and all he would say was “we are at X/Y/Z”. As afore mentioned, he gave very basic information: when asking other guides afterwards, we discovered what he said to be mostly wrong. Since he was checking Google most of the time to answer at our basic questions, I am wondering why he didn’t get the info right? - For Thai people the Royal family has an immense value. This guide wasn’t able to even distinguish one king from another (not even to say if the figure portrayed was a king or not 👀 ) , even in front of photos. This left us wondering whether he even is a real tour guide. 3) Let’s keep up with the pace! Mark would quickly walk ahead, neither waiting for us nor checking where we were, leaving us slightly lost at times. 4) History and math test time! I think this is less important but was a kind of the cherry on top of the pie. - His answers assumed we were already aware of every step in Thai history and that what he was saying was common knowledge. - When we were asking for dates on events/buildings, Mark replied using the Thai calendar. When asking for clarification, he would always say either 100 or 250 years ago, which we later discovered was also not true for most information. To sum up, RUN away from this tour!Written February 17, 2024
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