Central Thailand tours, things to do and tickets

Explore the beauty of Chiang Mai with a waterfall trekking experience and an elephant sanctuary in one day. Interact with rescued elephants, eat a Thai lunch, and enjoy bamboo rafting in the jungle.

Step aboard for an approximately 2-hour long-tail boat tour through the canals of Thonburi; Bangkok’s lesser-known, but deeply authentic side. Cruise past stilt houses, waving locals, and hidden temples, and make a stop at the charming riverside community of Khlong Bang Luang, home to the Artist’s House. Along the way, we pass the largest Buddha in Bangkok at Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen. This tour shows a different side of Bangkok, far from the glossy tourist spots. You’ll see humble wooden homes perched above the water, revealing the city’s contrasts and the realities of local life. Please note that during the tour, we may experience a wait at one of the water locks, which regulate canal levels. These operate on no fixed schedule and are beyond our control, but they are part of the authentic canal experience. For a glimpse into Bangkok’s quieter, more traditional side, this canal tour offers an eye-opening journey through the city’s history and local life. Maximum 12 people per boat.

Take a personalized tour in and around Bangkok for a unique look at Thai culture and lifestyles. Your personal guide works with you to tailor a full-day itinerary to the city's top attractions, such as the Grand Palace and Floating Market. Explore distinct neighborhoods, browse the shops, and see key sights all in one day.

This night tour was awarded TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice "No. 1 Experience in Thailand" in 2018, 2020, 2023 & 2024, and for good reason. Exploring at night and by the iconic tuk tuk is a great way to discover Bangkok and learn about the local culture. This is considered a cultural tour, sightseeing with food at local restaurant. ***Do not misunderstood this tour with our fully food focused "Bangkok Evening Street Food Tuk Tuk Adventure" which is more suitable for someone looking for street food experience.*** On this 4-hour tour you will: • Whizz around Bangkok in a tuk tuk • Visit The Flower Market, the grounds of Wat Prayoon, and Chinatown • Explore the historic part of Bangkok, and see famous temples and sights illuminated at night • Enjoy snacks, dinner and a dessert! This tour is available in 2 options: • Small group join in tour with maximum 12 guests (available daily) • Private Tour for just yourself (suitable for families with young children).

This tour will bring you to the Maeklong Railway Market (umbrella pulldown market) by local train and then continue to visit Damnoensaduak Floating Market. This is often considered the most famous floating market in Thailand. Recommend : The early morning 6.00 am and 6.30 am will be better option for less tourist and more time in both market.

Go on this full-day tour of Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai and reach Thailand’s highest peak. See the Twin Pagodas and Wachirathan Waterfall, and meet the Karen Hill Tribe.

Explore the Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary on a group tour, walking with rescued elephants to a waterfall. Learn the nature of the animals by feeding, caring, and sharing your love with them.

Don’t miss out on the quirky and charming temples in Chiang Rai. Visit the White Temple, Blue Temple, and Temple of Light on this full-day Chiang Rai tour!

This 3 hour bike tour will show you the real Bangkok. Highlights of the tour are the exploration of Chinatown’s narrow alleyways, markets and backstreets as well as the charming local areas of Thonburi.

Your 4-hour Bangkok midnight food tour by tuk tuk will take you off the beaten path for an amazing midnight eating and sightseeing adventure. After sunset, your driver/guide will take you through Bangkok's streets in a 3-wheel tuk tuk to visit Bangkokian’s favorite places to eat around the clock. Taste a variety of savory dishes, including the town’s best kept secret, charcoal fried noodle. Between food-tastings and a chilled Thai beer, your small-group will visit old-town Bangkok landmarks. Your tuk tuk will return you to your accommodation when your tour concludes.

Learn how to cook popular Thai dishes such as Tom Yum Koong, Pad Thai, Pad Kra Prao, and the ever-popular curry in the Lanna Pavillions, surrounded by a beautiful organic farm.

Discover two of the most-famous and liveliest markets in Thailand on this guided day tour from Bangkok. Explore the emblematic Railway Market and ride a boat through the colorful Floating Market.

กินข้าวแล้วหรือยัง - It’s the Thai way to greet a friend - its literal translation is ‘Have you eaten rice yet?!’ There's no better way to highlight the importance of eating in Thailand in this food obsessed city. Our tour was carefully curated and will take you on a journey through the backstreets of Bangkok, mopping up a 15+ taster menu in street spots and eateries that have been serving locals for decades. We'll meet at Yaowarat to discover the rich Thai-Chinese culinary marriage that make this district one of the city's most buzzing street food spots. It's not just about the food though. It's about the people behind the plates who have dedicated their lives to cooking on the street.

Take an exciting full-day tour to visit an ethical rescued elephant estate to learn about the elephants as you cook, feed, and bathe them in the river. Following lunch, travel to some local waterfalls where you can cool down and explore.

Learning about and observing rescued elephants at a sanctuary. Observe elephants respectfully in quaint surroundings, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet lunch.

Visit the Ayutthaya temples on a cultural day trip from Bangkok, it's a highlight of any Thailand visit. The tour to the ancient capital of Siam includes a trip by riverboat, a must-do activity when you're in Bangkok, with close-up views of the temples and historic sites that line the Chao Phraya River

Explore Damnoen Saduak, the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving an insight into a bygone way of life. Although the market evolved more into a tourist attraction nowadays, it’s still worth the visit for its unique atmosphere and the experience it offers. Furthermore, we'll visit Talad Rom Hoop, also known as 'Train Umbrella Market', for a unique market experience. The market literally sits on the railway track and every day customers and shopkeepers make way for the Bangkok-Maeklong train to pass. With the ringing of a warning bell followed by an announcement in Thai over the loudspeaker, the vendors pull back their awnings within seconds. Amazing! MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS PER GROUP IS 12 PERSONS.

• Join this cultural day trip to UNESCO World Heritage Site Ayutthaya, once Asia’s most magnificent capital. • Say goodbye to long, stressful bus journeys on this convenient small-group guided tour. • See Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, the summer home of Thai kings, and explore the ruins of ancient Ayutthaya. • Visit iconic sites, including Wat Mahathat, Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol • Learn about Thai Buddhism as you tour Ayutthaya’s ancient temples (wats) • Experience unique itineraries crafted alongside famous travel bloggers and local guides • Hop aboard two-way transfers from Bangkok hotels within selected areas or National Stadium Station. • Enjoy a TripGuru Signature experience: curated, solo travel-friendly, and in small groups. • Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option

Interact with elephants up close in a national park at Lanna Kingdom Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai. Give the elephants a bath and learn all about the program to protect rescued elephants.

Explore Thailand’s highest point at the Doi Inthanon National Park and interact with majestic elephants at an ethical elephant sanctuary located by a river. Savor a tasty lunch along the way.