As the sun melts into the horizon, enjoy some of the Thai capital鈥檚 best cuisine, from tangy tom yum soup to nutty pad thai.
The satisfying crunch of wok-fried vegetables, the zing of freshly squeezed lime, and the sticky sweetness of glazed chicken, beef, and tofu… Thailand’s cuisine comprises a delicate balance of flavours, and a private tuk-tuk tour of Bangkok gives you a chance to taste them all. It is, after all, nicknamed the city that never stops eating.
Your private guide will pick you up at twilight, just as street-food kitchens become shrouded in an aromatic cloud of steam and locals start to turn out for dinner. Aboard one of Thailand’s classic three-wheeled tuk-tuks, you’ll zip around the city, stopping off at restaurants and eateries hand-picked for their culinary prowess and electric atmosphere.
Your guide will gladly tailor the route to your tastebuds, so let them know if there’s a particular dish you’re craving. You might try pad thai, tom yum soup, mango sticky rice, and som tam thai (papaya salad), among other local delicacies. As you feast, your guide will share the history, traditions, and cultural significance of each dish.
In between eateries, you can also make a stop at Wat Suthat to take photos in front of its illuminated chedis and Sao Chingcha (the Giant Swing), which towers nearby.
Then, you’ll head to a riverside rooftop bar, where you can sip chilled Thai beer (or a non-alcoholic beverage) and look out across Chao Phraya River and the temple of Wat Arun that sits on its banks, lit in a golden glow.
The tour lasts around four hours.
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These activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences around where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can suggest tours and activities that will introduce you to the local ways of life.
Bangkok city safari
Travelling by tuk-tuk, Skytrain, or water taxi, you鈥檒l see Bangkok through local eyes. Along the way, you鈥檒l take in the city鈥檚 landmark sites and experiences, from golden Buddha statues and royal palaces to chanting monks and lively markets.
Eco-friendly canal cruise through Bangkok鈥檚 historic khlongs
After exploring the quiet bakery-lined streets of Bangkok鈥檚 Portuguese quarter, you鈥檒l step aboard a solar-powered longtail boat to experience life along the historic Thonburi canals. Wooden shophouses on stilts, gilded temples, and a towering golden statue all line your route.
Experience the secret garden of Bang Kra Jao by bicycle
Just across the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok lies the city's secret garden 鈥� Bang Kra Jao. Only accessible by boat, you must cross the river on a small ferry to reach this beautiful area full of small villages, temples and tropical flora.
Experience the Songkran Festival
The Songkran Festival celebrates the New Year. They are colourful and lively celebrations, with music, traditional dance and, of course, water, which symbolically cleanses the body from the sins of the previous year.
Street food walking tour of old Bangkok
You and your guide will walk you through the narrow streets to experience many local sights with various food tastings along the way. Try things like 鈥榢afae boran鈥�, a classic Thai coffee, or the popular Thai dessert, 'Khanom Thua Paep' (mung bean rice crepe).
The Silk Route of Jim Thompson
Jim Thompson's house is a real highlight of any trip to Bangkok. The house itself is beautifully decorated and preserved and provides a fascinating insight into the life of this mysterious man, who set up a huge empire trading in Thai silk before disappearing whilst walking in the Malaysian highlands in 1967.
Wat Pho & The Grand Palace
An early start will get you to Wat Pho in time to experience the monks' early morning chanting ritual and avoid the crowds who arrive later.
Witness chanting at Wat Pho
An early start will get you to Wat Pho in time to experience the monks' early morning chanting ritual. Later you will visit the temple grounds and the famous 45-metre Reclining Buddha, and The Grand Palace, Thailand's most important landmark.
You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.
