Discover Bangkok: 5 Days of Colorful Encounters

Day1: Bangkok

3 attraction(s) · 2 km

This tour allows you to visit Bangkok's Grand Palace and admire the Jade Buddha Temple while you're there, followed by a trip to Khao San Road to experience local backpacker life.

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The Grand Palace

Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors.

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Temple of the Emerald Buddha

On the grounds of the Grand Palace, this sacred temple is renowned for its Emerald Buddha.

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Khao San Road has always been a favorite place for backpackers. It is close to many tourist attractions, such as the Grand Palace, National Museum, and Art Galleries. There are numerous bars and unique shops where you can experience the local culture and buy souvenirs. Additionally, the famous Lumphini Night Market, Wholesale Souvenir Market, and open-air Beer Gardens are also located near Khao San Road. The annual Songkran Festival, known as the Water Festival, takes place here and is an important cultural event in Thailand. For budget travelers, almost all ATMs near Khao San Road accept UnionPay cards, and the withdrawal fees for debit cards are relatively low.

Day2: Bangkok

3 attraction(s) · 3 km

This Bangkok day trip includes a visit to King Jung's Temple in Bangkok, a sunset view of the Chao Phraya Riverbank, a tour of Bangkok's Chinatown to experience the bustling commercial atmosphere, and a visit to the Temple of the Golden Buddha to see the world's largest golden Buddha.

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Wat Arun

Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn is a Buddhist temple located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. It was completed in 1809 and underwent renovations in 1847. With its towering main spire reaching 82 meters in height, Wat Arun is known as the "Eiffel Tower of Thailand" and is the largest Mahayana-style pagoda in the country. The temple complex also includes two smaller temples, one of which houses various Buddha statues. Wat Arun is a significant cultural landmark and one of the most visited temples in Bangkok.

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China town (Bangkok)

Bangkok's Chinatown is located in the southwest of the city center and is a bustling commercial district. It consists of three main streets: Sampeng, Yaowarat, and Charoen Krung, as well as many small streets and alleys, with Yaowarat being the central street of Chinatown. There are many restaurants in Bangkok's Chinatown, with affordable bird's nest and shark fin dishes that are worth trying. In addition, at night, it becomes a gathering place for some seafood night markets, with relatively cheap prices and excellent quality.

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Golden temple

Day3: Bangkok

3 attraction(s) · 6 km

This tour will visit Bangkok's Siam Square for shopping, the National Museum in Bangkok to learn about Thailand's history and culture, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha in Bangkok to see the giant reclining Buddha statue.

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Siam Square

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The National Museum Bangkok

The National Museum in Bangkok, Thailand was built in 1782 and is one of the largest national museums in Southeast Asia. The museum houses a wide range of collections, including carvings and classical artworks from various periods in Thailand's history, ranging from the Stone Age to the present day. The collections include puppets and shadow play props, folk tools, ancient Buddha statues, weapons used by the king, and crafts from ancient times to the present. It is worth noting that since 1993, the museum has also started collecting modern artworks.

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Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is located near the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Built in 1788, it is one of the oldest and largest temples in Thailand. The temple is divided into the main temple area and the monastery area, and visitors can explore the main temple area. This area is further divided into the main hall area and the stupa courtyard area, with one of the highlights being the giant reclining Buddha statue inside the main hall. The statue is 46 meters long and 15 meters high, making it one of the iconic landmarks of Wat Pho and a popular spot for photography. The statue is adorned with exquisite mother-of-pearl inlays and 108 auspicious symbols, as well as beautiful murals and gold leaf designs on the windows. Along the corridor, there is also a row of 108 monk bowls where visitors can make offerings with coins and make wishes. Wat Pho is also the earliest university in Thailand, with a heritage in medicine and traditional Thai massage. It has undergone two reconstructions and has a long history. Thai culture has been influenced by China, so one can see the presence of Chinese elements in the architecture and sculptures of the temple. Even after the reconstruction, Wat Pho continues to attract many visitors from around the world.

Day4: Bangkok

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Experience Bangkok's traditional water life with a visit to the Dhaneng Sado Floating Market, explore the Mekong Railway Market, and enjoy food and shopping at the Asiatique Night Market.

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Asiatique The Riverfront

Illuminated at night, this sizable Ferris wheel in an open-air mall offers scenic river views.

Day5: Bangkok

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This five-day Bangkok tour will give you a taste of what Bangkok has to offer, including history and culture, modern shopping, food and nightlife. And during the Loy Krathong Festival in November, you can also participate in special events such as water lantern releases and parades to make the whole trip even more memorable.

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