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Step away from the beaches and bars of Pattaya and discover the Sanctuary of Truth, a stunning all-wood palace, handcrafted without a single nail, on the shore of Bang Saray Beach. Pre-booking your ticket guarantees smooth entry and lets you fully focus on the palace's soaring spires, intricate carvings, and powerful stories of Thai philosophy and spirituality.

Beat the crowds and see a spectacular sunrise from one of Chiang Mai’s highest points during an early-morning tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. This unique tour offers you the chance to experience an alms-giving ceremony in the early morning and explore the famous temple without daytime crowds. Plus, a former-monk guide provides insight into Thai culture and the Buddhist religion.

Leave the big city hustle and bustle behind and get a different perspective on Bangkok by cruising through its peaceful canals. This cruise reveals the colorful local life lived in charming stilt houses and offers incredible views of the city, including a majestic Big Buddha statue. The tour ends at Tha Tien Pier, near the iconic reclining Buddha temple (Wat Pho).

Savor the after-dark pleasures of Bangkok’s legendary street food scene during this evening food and sightseeing excursion by tuk-tuk. Travel aboard one of these iconic 3-wheeled taxis, stopping to sample sizzling roadside favorites such as charcoal-fried noodles. You also experience attractions like the flower market.

Experience the magic of Bangkok at night on this after-dark temples, markets, and food tour by tuk-tuk. Your evening adventure begins with a tuk-tuk ride around Bangkok, seeing the way the city lights illuminate ancient temples and modern skyscrapers. Along the way, visit markets and palaces, explore the bustling streets of Chinatown, and feast on street food, while learning about the city from your local guide.

Phuket's food and cultural sights are spread across the island, and finding the good spots—and knowing what to order—is hard on your own. Cover them on a guided tour instead, tasting your way through snacks and a full lunch as you go. Visit Phuket Old Town and the Big Buddha, and stop at Wat Chalong to learn about its place in local Buddhist life, with the route handled for you.

Discover the Grand Palace and three of the top temples in Bangkok with a guide who can provide deeper insights into these popular landmarks. Make your way to the meeting point, then explore the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the Emerald Buddha, before seeing the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and visiting Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn.

Arrive or depart in style with a private airport transfer to or from Phuket International Airport, skipping the hassle of taxi lines and crowded public transport. Meet your driver at the airport or your hotel, then head directly to your destination in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle, with no waiting around or additional stops along the way.

The golden spires of temples and the Grand Palace are symbols of Bangkok. Bag the city’s most essential historic sights in just half a day on this walking tour, which includes a ferry across the Chao Phraya River. Your guide clues you in on the history and religion that underpins each sight and advises on correct etiquette. Upgrade to include entrance fees.

Learn more about Thai culture, history, and spirituality when you tour some of Bangkok’s most important landmarks with a guide. On this half-day walking tour, visit the remarkable Grand Palace and several important temples, including Wat Arun, which is covered in mosaic tiles. Entrance fees are not included and must be paid separately. Get a better understanding of local culture than you would if touring independently.

Discover the delicious street food of Bangkok on a small-group tour through the capital's backstreets. Sample some of Thailand’s best food such as chicken satay, Thai curries, noodles and more as you stroll through the streets with your guide. Learn about Thai cuisine and culture during this hands-on experience and leave feeling full from at least 15 tastings.

This shared tour takes visitors to experience the highlights of Koh Samui. This tour visits the Wat Phra Yai and Wat Plai Laem temples; the legendary Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks; the stunning Lad Koh viewpoint; the highest waterfall in Koh Samui; and the Wat Khunaram temple that houses a mummified monk. A culturally rich tour of the island known as the “Heaven of the Gulf of Thailand”.

Enjoy a full day (8 - hours) tour with your private English-speaking guide, traveling by luxury vehicle with a driver who will take you all around Bangkok. Your private guide will have list of major landmarks, Markets, Monuments and Museums and you will have choice to create your itinerary according to your preferences and wishes to make your day perfect. This day is all about you and what you want to do with your time in Bangkok. If you like history, your guide will cater to that. If you’d like to stop for a massage along the way, there will be time for that. If you love shopping and want to check out a local fashion market, the driver will take you there. And if you love food your guide will ensure you visit the best places possible for your favorite dishes!

Thai cuisine is delicious but, with the unusual ingredients and balance of strong flavors, trying to cook it yourself can be intimidating. Learn how to cook authentic Thai dishes just like a local during this small-group cooking class in Phuket. The menu is adapted to your preferences and dietary needs. Upgrade to include visit a traditional market and fruit tasting.

Explore the ancient capital of Siam, Ayutthaya, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this guided small-group tour from Bangkok with a group of just 12 people. Visit the ornate Bang Pa In Palace, also known as the Summer Palace, and five different temples, with an English-speaking guide to provide deeper insights. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle from designated meeting points in Bangkok.

Bangkok is full of beautiful temples, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of which to visit first. This convenient city tour visits three must-see temples—Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun—as well as other city sights such as markets and ethnic minority neighborhoods. This is a great tour for first-time visitors to Bangkok as you’ll learn all about the culture and religion of Thailand.

Chiang Mai comes into its own at night, with soft lights illuminating the ancient temples and cooler temperatures than day. Experience the city like a local with a guide to clue you in on the sights on this charismatic tour by classic tuk-tuk 3-wheeler. See four of the city’s signature temples (tickets at your own expense) then hit Chiang Mai Night Bazaar for a simple but authentic dinner with dessert.

Escape the crowds and heat of the day, and see Chiang Mai at its most atmospheric, on this guided group tour at night. See the city magically illuminated on an evening tour that reveals two of Chiang Mai’s most-popular temples—Wat Umong and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep—at night, with a guide to provide enriching commentary.

This small-group tour is a convenient way to tick off three examples of magnificent architecture in a day without having to look up public transport schedules. Zip around the city in an air-conditioned van or car and see Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and Wat Pha Lat temples—with admission included to save you time waiting in ticket lines. Upgrade to a private tour that also includes a visit to the Chiang Mai Night Market.

Visiting the ancient capital of Ayutthaya independently can be challenging without knowing which temples to prioritize. This full-day tour from Bangkok makes it easy by covering five highlights in one trip, including Wat Saket (Golden Mount), Wat Lokayasutharam (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, and Wat Mahathat—home to a Buddha head entwined in tree roots.

Enjoy a more intimate encounter with the stunning Phi Phi Islands in a guided group. After pickup from your hotel, ride a speedboat to see Maya Bay, then swim and snorkel on Bamboo Island, admire Viking Cave, look for primates on Monkey Beach, and savor a buffet lunch on Ko Phi Phi Don. Snorkel Loh Samah Bay and Pileh Bay before returning home.

Visit both the Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with an expert by your side on this guided tour from Bangkok. Witness the entire Maeklong market shift in seconds as you pull in on a traditional train before hopping off and seeing it from the ground. And from thrilled to chilled, drift through the water villages abundant in fresh produce, street food and crafts.

Chiang Rai’s most striking temples are spread across the province, making them difficult to visit in a single day. This small-group tour from Chiang Mai connects the highlights with ease thanks to private transport. Visit Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple), admire the vivid blue tones of Wat Rong Suea Ten, and explore the striking red complex of Wat Huay Pla Kang, all while learning about the region’s modern temple architecture and symbolism.