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Grand Palace Wat Arun Big Buddha Small-Group Tour in Phuket

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Activity provider: OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD
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Full-day tour in Phuket, taking in Wat Arun, Grand Palace Bangkok and Local restaurant. Run by OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Wat Arun
  • Ferry
  • Grand Palace Bangkok
  • Local restaurant
  • Runs 8 hours
  • English speaking guide

Grand Palace Wat Arun Big Buddha Small-Group Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $91.5 per person
Duration8 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 8-hour experience from Phuket, built around Wat Arun, Ferry and Grand Palace Bangkok. It is run by OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers guide, Admission tickets to the Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Big, Optional hotel pickup and drop-off, Optional buffet lunch and Drinking water. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Phuket. OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Van

(1 hour)

Wat Arun

Guided tour (1 hour)

Ferry

(10 minutes)

Grand Palace Bangkok

Guided tour (2 hours)

Van

(15 minutes)

Local restaurant

Lunch (105 minutes)

River boat

(30 minutes)

Visitor center

Visit

Van

(20 minutes)

Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen

Guided tour (45 minutes)

2 drop-off locations

Bangkok, Central Park Bangkok

Detailed Itinerary

Starting/pickup location: Depends on the selected option

Van: (1 hour)

Wat Arun: Guided tour (1 hour)

Ferry: (10 minutes)

Grand Palace Bangkok: Guided tour (2 hours)

Van: (15 minutes)

Local restaurant: Lunch (105 minutes)

River boat: (30 minutes)

Includes

  • English speaking guide
  • Admission tickets to the Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Big Buddha
  • Optional hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Optional buffet lunch
  • Drinking water

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Phuket. OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 8 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $91.5
$91.5
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.5/5
based on 122 reviews
Guide
4.5/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Awilda
July 2, 2026

Our guide Tukky was wonderful and best photographer. She is very passionate about teaching her country's history. Had the best day!

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Michael
April 25, 2026

Good day trip, although we are British and the tour group was all Chinese . The guide did his best to provide us a personal English translated guide. We was stuck in traffic for a total of 3hrs this did not dampen the tour 10/10 Great day trip The temples and big Bhudda are amazing.

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Stephanie
March 20, 2026

We were so lucky to have Kitty as our guide - she was so knowledgeable and fun, and her English was fabulous. She helped us understand Bangkok, along with the temples and religion and even the way of life. A wonderfully enjoyable and educational day - she even went way above expectations and showed us how to use the underground to help with the rest of our stay. A wonderful day with the best guide of our whole trip - thank you Kitty

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Theresa
September 10, 2026

Wonderful day made even better by our guide Tukky , welcoming, very knowledgeable, enthusiastic & friendly, she made the day even better with her exuberance 😊 Thank you Theresa & Roger x

5
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Annemieke
September 9, 2026

Great tourguide with a lot of enthusiasm. Great stories and detailed information about everything. tour it self was perfect, didnt feel rushed. had the time to look at everything. as it can be warm it was the perfect length and right amount of sides to view.

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Thevy
May 6, 2026

The guild was pretty good he accommodated my needs. Everything was beautiful.

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Sharon
May 1, 2026

no bottled water throughout the day ...only tour that didn't offer this on all the trips I did traveling through Thailand...Guide was very knowledgeable on Thai History of Kings and Royal Palace and Temples...good sense of humor too...Grand Palace Tour was misleading as you basically only get to walk around the courtyard and enter the chapel...no inside of the Royal Palace...lunch on the river cruise boat was awful worst buffet I had on all the tours...but Shor ride up the river was great!

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Laura
March 30, 2026

Our guide was really good, he was so knowledgeable and lovely. Great trip, would recommend!

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Tracey
March 27, 2026

We had a fantastic day exploring Thailand’s temples. Our guide, Nickey, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and she shared so many interesting insights throughout the day. The tour was well-paced and never felt rushed, with plenty of time to fully appreciate each location. Highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting a meaningful and enjoyable temple tour in Thailand!

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Carol
February 23, 2026

Alex was an amazing guide who was very knowledgeable and went into great detail explaining everything to us. Her English was very good and she made the trip fun and exciting

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Keith
March 19, 2026

I enjoyed the tour guide's generosity. Kitty was nice and explained the history of each temple we went to. The pace of the tour was great as well. Highly recommended if you want to do a quick day trip in Bangkok. 🙏🏽

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Georgina
March 2, 2026

Really good day out, Nikky, our guide, was very engaging and knowledgeable. It was run smoothly, the connections from place to place were easy, and we were given enough time to explore and get some great pictures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Phuket. OTO TRIP SERVICE CO., LTD confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
Shoulders and knees covered, for men and women, and no ripped jeans, vest tops or leggings; the Grand Palace turns people away at the gate and hires out sarongs. Shoes come off in every building with a Buddha image, so slip-ons save time. Sit with your feet pointing away from the Buddha and do not climb on any statue for a photo.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
English speaking guide, Admission tickets to the Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Big Buddha, Optional hotel pickup and drop-off, Optional buffet lunch, Drinking water
The duration of the Grand Palace Wat Arun Big Buddha Small-Group Tour is typically 8 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
The dry season from November to April offers the best weather for island-hopping tours and beach activities. December to March is peak season with calm seas, perfect for Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay boat trips. May to October (monsoon) is quieter and cheaper but some boat tours may be affected by rough seas. See our Phuket travel guide for detailed month-by-month advice.
Phuket is one of Southeast Asia's safest tourist destinations with excellent infrastructure, friendly locals, and a strong tourist police presence. Standard precautions apply: use reputable transport, stay aware in crowded areas, and book verified tours through trusted platforms. For water activities, all our tours include safety equipment and experienced crew.
The top experiences include: the Phi Phi Islands for snorkeling and Maya Bay, Phang Nga Bay for dramatic limestone cliffs and James Bond Island, the Big Buddha for panoramic views, Wat Chalong temple, and the charming Phuket Old Town for street food and Sino-Portuguese architecture. See our things to do guide for the complete list.
Yes! Direct flights between Phuket and Bangkok take just 1 hour 20 minutes. We recommend 3–4 days in Phuket for island tours, then 2–3 days in Bangkok for temples, markets, and street food. Our local guides operate in both cities for seamless trip planning.
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering water sports before booking any speedboat tour or island-hopping excursion. While all our boats carry safety equipment and licensed crews, Thai hospital costs can be significant without coverage. Ensure your policy covers emergency medical evacuation and water activity accidents.
Starting from$91.5