Bangkok & Surrounding - 5 days

Bangkok, Thailand

From $520 per person

Duration: 5 days
Start: Bangkok, Thailand
Finish: Bangkok, Thailand
Tour type: Private tour
Meals: 4 breakfasts

This 5-day journey reveals the heart and heritage of Central Thailand. Begin with a long-tail boat ride along the Chao Phraya River and the iconic Wat Arun. Explore Bangkok’s royal treasures, including the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Wat Pho, alongside the fascinating Jim Thompson House. Venture beyond the capital to see the vibrant Maeklong Railway Market and the bustling Damnoen Saduak Floating Market before heading to Kanchanaburi, where history echoes at the River Kwai Bridge and “Death Railway.” End your trip with the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya and the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, blending royal grandeur with cultural depth.

Tour Highlights

Cruise the Chao Phraya River & visit Wat Arun – Temple of Dawn
Explore the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew & Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho
Discover Jim Thompson House & Thai silk heritage
Experience Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Visit Kanchanaburi’s River Kwai Bridge & World War II Memorial
Explore Ayutthaya’s ancient temples and palace ruins
Tour the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace with its unique architectural blend

Travel style: Cultural & Classic
Your guide: English speaking
Meals: 4 breakfasts
Tour type: Private tour

You will visit

Bangkok – Chao Phraya - Maeklong Railway Market – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya - Bang Pa-In Summer Palace

Bangkok & Surrounding 5 days - Route Map

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Bangkok & Surrounding 5 days Itinerary

B(breakfast), L(lunch), D(dinner)

Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok – Chao Phraya Boat Excursion (-)

Arrive in Bangkok in the morning, where you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

In the afternoon, embark on a long-tail boat excursion along the Chao Phraya River and through bustling interior canals, offering a fascinating glimpse into local riverside life. Along the way, stop at Wat Arun – the Temple of Dawn – with its striking riverside spires. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok
Meals: None
Private car & tour guide

Day 2: Bangkok City Tour (B)

After breakfast, visit the Grand Royal Palace, the ceremonial heart of the Thai royal family. Within the palace grounds lies the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha. Continue to Wat Pho, famous for its impressive reclining Buddha.

In the afternoon, transfer to the Jim Thompson House in the heart of Bangkok. Learn about the American businessman who devoted his life to bringing Thai silk to the global fashion stage, and explore his remarkable teakwood home assembled from historic houses relocated from across Thailand. Discover the mystery surrounding his 1967 disappearance in the Malaysian jungle, and admire his exceptional art collection gathered over 25 years in Thailand.

Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide

Day 3: Bangkok – Maeklong Railway Market – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Kanchanaburi (B)

Early in the morning, drive southwest from Bangkok to visit the Maeklong Railway Market, where you can take photos and sample local snacks. Continue to Damnoen Saduak, a charming rural floating market, and enjoy a motorboat ride along the waterways to the bustling market area.

Afterwards, travel to Kanchanaburi. Upon arrival, visit the World War II Memorial, including the JEATH War Museum and the War Cemetery. Board the train for a 30-minute journey along the historic “Death Railway,” with scenic views of the river. End the day with a visit to the iconic Bridge over the River Kwai.

Accommodation: Hotel in Kanchanaburi
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide

Day 4: Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya (B)

In the morning, depart for Ayutthaya, the former capital of Thailand (about 1+ hours’ drive). Explore the ancient city’s temple and palace ruins, starting with Wat Phu Khao Thong (“Monastery of the Golden Mount”).

Continue to the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet, followed by a visit to Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, home to one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in Thailand.

After lunch at your own expense, visit Wat Lokaya Sutha, which houses a large reclining Buddha image.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ayutthaya
Meals: Breakfast
Private car & tour guide

Day 5: Ayutthaya – Bang Pa-In Summer Palace – Bangkok – Departure (B)

In the morning, visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, built during the Ayutthaya era. This royal retreat features a unique blend of European, Khmer, Thai, and Chinese architectural styles and is a favorite summer residence of the Thai monarch.

Return to Bangkok around noon. The remainder of the day is free until your transfer to the airport for your international flight. End of services. Thank you for travelling with us.

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
Private car

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Your tour package includes

Accommodation based on double/twin sharing room with daily breakfast
Experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary
Private transportation with AC
All sightseeing tickets
Meals as indicated
Taxes and services charges

Exclusions

International & domestic airfares, airport taxes
Early check-in / late check-out
Visa fees, tips & personal expenses
Travel insurance
Services not clearly mentioned in program
Surcharges for festivals (Loy Krathong, Songkran…), Christmas & New Year
Compulsory Gala Dinner (24 & 31 Dec, if any)
Airport transfer surcharge (10:00 pm – 6:30 am: USD 15/way)

Important travel information

Tour Price

The tour rate is based on twin/double sharing rooms at 3* hotel category, quoted for a private group of 6 guests. The price will vary slightly depending on the number of people in your group. For an accurate tour price, please click the "INQUIRE NOW" button to discuss with our sales consultant.
Deposit & Payment
After you have agreed on the tour itinerary and pricing, we will send you an email to confirm and provide information on our payment policy. You can choose your preferred payment method and make payment to us according to the following regulations:
- With tour bookings, you do not need to pay total in advance, we just need 30% for deposit. The balance will be settled before your trip or upon arrival.
- With flight, hotel or train ticket bookings, we require 100% total payment in advance.
The balance will be settled before or upon arrival by cash, credit card or bank transfer. We accept major credit cards such as Visa, Master, JCB and Amex. If you pay by credit card, please add 3% of bank commission.

After receiving your deposit, our team will process your booking and send you the confirmation by email within 1 - 2 working days.
Food Requirement

If you have any specific food requirement (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies, etc.) please inform us in advance, we will provide notices to our restaurants, tour guides and partners so they would be able to serve you the best.
Cancellation
We apply non refundable deposit of 10 USD for hotel, air ticket booking, 100 USD/per person for tour package upon service confirmation. Cancellations will be charged as following:
- 30 days before arrival: No cancellation charge.
- 29 - 14 days before arrival: 10% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 13 - 7 days before arrival: 40% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 6 days before arrival: 100 % of the tour cost is forfeited.
- No show: 100% of the tour cost is forfeited.
Child Policy
- Infant under 2-years-old free of charge land tour and 25% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult without extra bed charge 50% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult with bed charge 80% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Upon 12-years-old - 100% charge of tour cost.

How to book this tour

Step 1

Send us your inquiry

Step 2

Dealing with travel consultant

Step 3

Final tour itinerary and rate

Step 4

Deposit the tour

Step 5

Receive the confirmed itinerary

Step 6

Settle the balance on arrival

Bangkok & Surrounding - 5 days