Historic Neighbourhoods of Talad Noi and Chinatown on Foot | La Vacanza Travel

Historic Neighbourhoods of Talad Noi and Chinatown on Foot

Duration: 6 hours
Destination: Thailand, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Bangkok
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  • 6 hours
  • Bangkok
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Starting at River City Shopping Mall, visit some of the oldest areas and buildings in Bangkok as you walk through the Talad Noi and Chinatown areas.
Dating back centuries, visit or pass by places like the Holy Rosary Church, the building that houses the first bank opened in Thailand, homes built long ago with fascinating stories to them, etc. The tour will take you along alleyways where the old walls have been adorned by skilled graffiti artists. Also part of this day will be Chinese shrines (The Tiger Shrine), temples (Wat Ratchabophit, Wat Suthat, Wat Ratchanadaram), the Loha Prasat monastery and a long-tailed speedboat ride along a klong (canal) into the city's centre.
Along the way, there will be several stops made to enjoy various Thai delicacies at tiny hidden gems that most visitors to Bangkok are not aware of. A real treat!
A small lunch of Dim Sum at Lhong Tou Cafe OR a noodle/rice dish at Sae Poon Shop near the famous Khao San Road will be a delicious relief too.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: River City Bangkok, 23 Charoen Krung Soi 24 Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100 Thailand

Shopping Mall beside Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel being starting point for tour

Stop At: Holy Rosary Church, Soi Wanit 2 Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok Thailand

Catholic church in Gothic Revival style architecture. One of Bangkok's biggest and oldest dates back to 1767.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Talad Noi Wall Art, 1184, 5 Charoen Krung Road Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100 Thailand

Skilfully decorated walls along alley way by Graffiti artists.

Pass By: Chinatown - Bangkok, Yaowarat Road Samphanthawong, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100 Thailand

This is the oldest district in Bangkok since Chinese merchants moved to this area in the early 1780s when the city was founded.

Stop At: Wat Ratchabophit, Atsadang Road, Bangkok Thailand

Uniquely designed and decorated complex, of which at the centre is a tall golden chedi covered with orange-coloured tiles and a golden ball at the very top. The interior is decorated with mother-of-pearl, fine Benjarong painted tiles, grand Erawan heads and more. Home to the Supreme Patriarch of Thailand.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Tiger God Shrine, 472 Thanon Tanao Khwaeng San Chao Pho Sua, Bangkok 10200 Thailand

Small Tao shrine.

Stop At: Wat Suthat, Bamrung Mueang Road, Bangkok 10200 Thailand

Built in the early 19th century to house the large 25-foot-tall Phra Sri Sakyamuni Buddha statue, this temple features the huge red frame of a giant swing once used in annual ceremonies to celebrate and thank Shiva.


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Wat Ratchanatdaram Woravihara (Loha Prasat), Maha Chai Road Bowon Niwet, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok Thailand

The Loha Prasat is an amazing building with an iron roof made of 37 spires signifying the 37 enlightenment virtues of Buddhism.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Klongs, Wutthakat BTS, Bangkok Thailand

These are the many small waterways or canals that snake through the city of Bangkok. On this tour, specifically running from Phanfa Lilat Pier to Saphan Hua Chang Pier.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions
  • Knowledgable, English speaking Tour Guide
  • Drinking water and cold towel
  • Dim Sum at Lhong Tou Café or Noodle or Rice at Sae Poon shop
  • Finger Food
  • Tuk Tuk from China Town to Tiger Shrine
  • Entrance Fees
  • Ticket for long-tail speedboat ride
  • Entry/Admission - Wat Suthat
  • Entry/Admission - Klongs

Exclusions
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation from/to your hotel
  • Any personal expenses, beverages, etc
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Shared tour. At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Single traveler may book this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day. (Alternative date or refund will be offered should this occur)
  • Maximum 9 people. Tour has been specifically designed to provide a more personalised service as maximum number of people in booking is 9
  • Approximate distance is 8kms of walking plus the tuk-tuk ride and the long-tail speedboat ride. This is not an arduous walk, but a moderate level of fitness is required
  • Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Not recommended for children 7 years and younger due to the distance walked
  • The guide can arrange a tuk tuk (at customer’s expense) should the customer not wish to continue walking the route
  • Tour operates daily
  • Should your travel plans change after booking, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Co van Kessel (River City) - Bangkok Tours, 23 Charoen Krung 24, Khwaeng Talat Noi, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand


Departure Time

08:30 AM


Return Details

Hua Chang (Siam Square), Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

6 hours


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