Step Back In Time: Explore Bangkok's Historical Koh Kret Island

Step Back In Time: Explore Bangkok's Historical Koh Kret Island

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Koh Kret is just a hop and a skip away from the city and well worth the trip. Spend the day with one of our hosts exploring this man-made island in the middle of the Chao Praya river. Here you can soak up the rich cultural heritage of the Mon community- one of Thailand’s oldest tribes renowned for their traditional pottery. Visit the weekend market where locals come to trade or take an adventure to the historic pottery making village, where the earthenware art is still made in the traditional Mon style. Explore the island’s rich culture as you visit historic temples like Wat Salakun, Wat Phat Lorn and Wat Poramaiyikawat and, if hunger pangs strike, your host will show you exactly where to go to indulge in authentic local street food. Once you have made a booking, we will pair you up with a like-minded host, who will create a personalised itinerary that is totally flexible. You can agree on a meeting time and place but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
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Duration: 8h
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Live guide: English
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  • Private and personalised experience
  • 8 hours with a Local Host
  • Water taxi fare
  • Walking experience once on the island (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Additional transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)


Start:
  • Bangkok, Thailand
    After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30791P578

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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: 30791P578

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    $167.71
    per adult (price varies by group size)
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    • City Unscripted Bangkok
      79
      Bangkok, Thailand
      Joined in May 2016
    • gaht92
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great, knowledgeable and fun guide
      "Ida was an excellent guide. Kept us fully informed beforehand and made sure she understood what we would like to do. We are not adventurous travellers so having Ida escort us on the subway, skytrain, through the markets, Chinatown and Bangkok nightlife was a great stress free experience for us. Ida was friendly, fun and charming from the outset. Thank you"
      Written February 14, 2025
    • Camper59522584772
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      One day in Thailand.
      This was my first time to be in Thailand.. The guide to show interests things. From The Grand Palace to Wat Arun. From the floating market to MBK. at least Sirocco as a cherry on the cake.
      Written February 9, 2025
    • F2162GTlisap
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Zee is the best!
      The most fun. It was just like hanging out with my buddy who was showing me around his town. Great conversation, food and sites!
      Written February 7, 2025
    • marcomN5740IF
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tailormade experience
      Zarood did a fantastic job showing us around and taking us to a restaurant he used to visit many times with his family! We could completely tailor the trip according to our wishes.
      Written January 22, 2025
    • kooncetravels
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The MOST Amazing Guide and Experience we have EVER had!!
      I’m not even sure where to even begin!! We visited Bangkok for 2 days as a stop on our Royal Caribbean cruise. From our first contacts with Zarut prior to our arrival, he was nothing short of AMAZING!! He was prompt in communication responses and fully engaged in making our visit memorable before, during, and after our time in Bangkok. Zarut got to know us and our interests and made sure to tailor our time in Bangkok specifically to our liking. He magically weaved our interest in historical sites with our love of food and local culture. We were able to experience Bangkok through our eyes and our palates!! Zarut’s EXPERT guiding led us to local restaurants, Chinatown, the Floating Markets, the Weekend Market, many temples (Wat Arun, Wat Phra,) the Grand Palace, and the Reclining Buddha, just to name a few…and we ate along the way!! Zarut went above and beyond when he found out that we were celebrating our 35th anniversary and took it upon himself to notify the hotel who then decorated our room! By the end of our two days we not only felt that we had experienced much of Bangkok, we felt that we have gained a new friend! We can not wait to return to Bangkok and see more of this wonderful city…but also to see Zarut again!! He absolutely made our time in Bangkok more meaningful, memorable, and magical than we could have possibly ever imagined! Do yourself a favor and request Zarut to be your guide!! We have traveled the world and visited many different countries and cities and had many different guides. Zarut is the ABSOLUTE BEST Guide we have ever met!! Bangkok is lucky to have Zarut as an asset to their city. We consider ourselves blessed having met Zarut!!
      Written January 20, 2025
    • davidkoonce2011
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exceptional tour with an exceptional tour guide!
      Zarut was amazing! He tailored our two days in Bangkok to the things we wanted to see and do. As “foodies”, he went out of his way to ensure we had a “taste” of everything. We had local restaurant food, street food, floating market food….all wonderful. Zarut led us all over the city….walking, metro/train, taxi, and even boat. In addition, since we arrived via cruise ship, Zarut arranged for a private transfer from the port to the city….and back to the ship after our two days together. This tour was fantastic in every way!!
      Written January 20, 2025
    • stevecK9308SQ
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Experience - See Bangkok through Local Eyes
      I recently booked a tour with a local guide, Zarut, and it was an incredible experience. Zarut truly brought the Grand Palace and Reclining Buddha to life, offering insights that deepened my appreciation for these iconic sites. He shared fascinating stories about the history and mythology behind the art, architecture, and statues. For example, I had no idea that the warriors surrounding many of the buildings are believed to be holding up the earth to prevent it from toppling over. Or that the multi-headed snakes seen throughout the architecture are said to bring good rains to Thailand, ensuring bountiful crops for the people. I also learned that the large warrior statues with bats are guardians of hell, similar to angels, protecting people from evil spirits. And that's just a glimpse of what he shared! I highly recommend booking a tour with this agency and specifically requesting Zarut as your guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and speaks excellent English. Touring Bangkok’s main attractions with him will undoubtedly enhance your experience and help you see the city in a whole new light.
      Written January 17, 2025
    • ohicos
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent on all levels
      I had an amazing experience with Zarut (“Z”). I have had interactions with many tour guides over the years and Zarut has been one of the best. I had a tight schedule while visiting Bangkok, Zarut reached out, asked me what my interests were and how much time I had available, and then he created an awesome schedule for me. Additionally, Zarut is very knowledgeable and smart, so we had great conversations, I highly recommend him and this company for your touring needs.
      Written January 16, 2025
    • JosefineHJ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Tour Experience in Bangkok
      Our visit to the Grand Palace and the Reclining Buddha in Bangkok was made all the more enjoyable thanks to our tour guide. He was kind, engaging, and very knowledgeable about the sights. He shared interesting details about the history and culture of the places we visited and answered my husband’s many questions with thoughtful, clear explanations. His fun and approachable personality added a nice touch to the experience, making it feel relaxed and enjoyable. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely recommend this tour to friends and family looking to explore Bangkok’s key attractions.
      Written January 11, 2025
    • Trip06517567050
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thank you Z !
      Nicest guide you could hope for, will go above & beyond to make sure you will be satisfied. Knows everything you need to know and more about the city, flawless english !
      Written January 8, 2025
    • marianag479
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Good experience!
      We loved visiting the more local floating market. The food was amazing, and the local guide was really supportive throughout the entire day.
      Written January 3, 2025
    • redwinesuperfan
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent - attentive, organised and fun!
      Zarut was absolutely brilliant. Incredibly attentive, organised and knowledgeable. We all throughly enjoyed our tour with him on my husband’s 50th birthday.
      Written January 2, 2025
    • geneTDM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommended!
      Our family really enjoyed our private guided tour. Our guide, Zee, was knowledgeable, insightful, and made the tour of Bangkok interesting and memorable for us and the kids. Zee planned and timed everything well, and took us to a nice local (not touristy) restaurant for lunch. For anyone looking to explore Bangkok, I highly recommend this tour.
      Written December 28, 2024
    • 280anisha
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing fun filled day
      Had an amazing time! Zee provided personalized suggestions. He adapted to our needs. Zee was very knowledgeable about Bangkok the day was filled with fun facts. He also took us to and pointed out some great food spots on the tour. Pointed out great photo opportunities and was just a fun friendly guy to be around. Was like hanging out with a friend for the day
      Written December 16, 2024
    • andyLS9448TT
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun tour!
      I bought a full 3-day tour and each day was worth it. Zarut was a hilarious, flexible, and knowledgeable guide who is willing to tailor the tour to your requests. In just a few short days, he ensured that I visited pretty much all the tourist hotspots in Bangkok as well as the hidden gems. On the last day of my trip, he surprised me with a trip to an amazing Michelin restaurant because I'm a foodie; a day that should've been his day off. Another highlight of my trip was when he arranged for my hotel to provide me with a delicious birthday surprise. I'm very grateful to Zarut for not only sharing his culture with me, but also for being gracious enough to play the role of my translator and negotiator. I will certainly be reaching out to my new Thai buddy during my next trip to Thailand. Thank you, Zarut!
      Written December 9, 2024
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