Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha

Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha

The Grand Palace features some of the most spectacular architectures in Asia.The Palace compound is a treasure house for Thai arts and houses the Emerald Buddha, the most sacred Buddha image in Thailand.

This is the perfect introduction to Thailand, the Buddhist faith, regal splendor and tradition. Though no longer the royal residence, it remains the symbol of the kingdom.

You’ll visit the key attractions around the Grand Palace including Wat Phra Kaew-Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Coronation Throne Hall, Royal Reception Hall, Royal Funeral Hall, the Golden Chedi, and the Royal Pantheon. Wat Phra Kaew is Thailand’s most sacred temple, so please do not wear shorts, sandals or T-shirts. Certain buildings in the Palace grounds are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Highlight

• Visit the magnificent Grand Palace, the major architectural symbol of The Thai Royal Family and the country.

Price Includes

• Transportation with pick up and drop off from hotel in Bangkok city area.
• Tour programs and admission fees as indicated in the itinerary.
• English-speaking guide
• Insurance

Price Excludes

• Personal expenses such as tips, alcoholic beverage, etc
• Other services not mentioned on this programme.

Transfer Service

• Transfer service operates according to pre-assigned and route only, please let us know your hotels name during your booking process and we will send you e-mail to arrange pick up time with you.
• Extra charge will be applied for transfer in some Bangkok area. (To be advised)

Remark

• Child height between 90 -140 cm. and under 10 yrs old is considered to pay child rate. Child height over than 140 cm. and older than 10 yrs old is considered to adult rate.
• Child height under 90 cm and age under 3 yrs old is FREE of Charge for 1st child (share seat or eat with adult). For second child, customer (parent) will have to pay to the driver. It’s depend on tour packages.
• In any case of your booking isn’t matched with reality when you show upfront (such as child’s age, child’s height, the quantity of people and etc), you are responsible to pay the additional charge upfront the show/tour. Activeholidays.asia reserves the right to non-refund if the booking is mistaken reserved by guest.
• Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time.
• Late arrivals: If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows.
• Please note that the itinerary and timing are approximate and may be modified without notice to fit the tide and local weather conditions.
• This tour operates everyday.

Important Things To Know

• NOTE: There is a strict dress code for visiting the Grand Palace. Wear black or white clothes, long sleeved blouses, or shirts and proper footwear, (not flip flops). Men should wear casual long trousers of a dark color and women long, dark, conservative styled, dresses, not slacks or jeans.
• Dress Code: Shorts and sleeveless T-shirts are not allowed in the temple. Knees and shoulders must be covered.
• Luggage, carry-on bags, and backpacks are not allowed in the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
• Camera may not allow to use inside some buildings.
• What to bring: We recommend along hat or cap.