Thailand · HISTORICAL TOURS
12 reviewed
A short list rather than a long one. These 12 historical tours are the ones that hold up, each with its price, its running time, and the detail that ends up deciding it.
9-hour Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with guided temples and Bang Pa-In Palace, UNESCO ruins, GSTC sustainability, and glass-bottle water.
“Great only our little bus was a bit old and worn out...”
Small-group Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with Bang Pa-In Palace and major temples, plus air-con transport and expert English guidance.
“The Advertising for This excursion is irritating and fair, because first you see all entrance fees are included in the price. Finally it came out that you have to pay extra for all the entrance fees.why are you doing this? This is only to confuse the customer.”
From Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, visit the WWII cemetery, museums, River Kwai Bridge, and ride the Death Railway train with lunch.
“We were picked up on time, 6am, by the lovely Henry. Took about 3hrs, with a comfort stop, to get to the war graves and museum. Found it overwhelming, all those young men that lost their lives. The graves are kept in perfect condition. The museum was informative, with a free coffee at the end! Paid extra for a seat on the train,50b, well worth it as the journey is about an hour. Again, seeing the area where the building of the bridge took place, it makes you think.... Had a lovely lunch which was included in the cost then 3hrs back to Bangkok. Henry, the guide, was very knowledgeable…”
Small-group UNESCO Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with A/C van, English guide, Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, and major temples.
“Disappointing experience. The guide spoke very poor English and everybody had trouble understanding him. He didn't explain anything and just accompayined the group.”
A 3-hour small-group walking tour through Chiang Mai’s oldest temples, Lanna architecture, and teakwood halls, with a local guide.
“We really enjoyed the tour with our guide Danny today. He was a very knowledgeable guide and answered our questions. we learnt alot about the temples in Chaing Mai Old City, would recommend.”
Private day trip from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak floating market and UNESCO Ayutthaya, with optional Maeklong railway market.
“This trip was so much fun. Enjoyed the train market and floating market, highlights of our visit to Bangkok. Visiting the historic city was interesting and the reclining Buddha was beautiful! Our guide Army was excellent in sharing information Read more”
Tour ancient Ayutthaya temples by English-guided sightseeing, then relax on a sunset longtail cruise past riverside ruins.
“Nina was wonderful! Loved seeing a different part of Thailand with so much history! Nina took us to the market and got us some “safe” food which we enjoyed and greatly appreciated. The boat trip was all so a treat at sundown! Private tour was the way to go and Nina was perfect!”
Private Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with an English guide, temple ruins, and a 1-hour boat tour, plus Thai desserts.
“Tour guide was great in giving us information about what we were looking at and answering our questions.”
Experience Muay Thai at Ao Nang Landmark Stadium in Krabi, with the Wai Khru Ram Muay ritual, five bouts, and a great Ao Nang night out.
“Great atmosphere and at the heart of Ao Nang market so easy to find.”
Cycle Sukhothai countryside and UNESCO ruins on a 7-hour small-group bike tour with English guides, lunch, and hassle-free pickup.
“Mio was an awesome guide! I learned a lot about the local life and the history of the area. It was a lot of fun and the food was nice too! ☺️”
Ride Chiang Mai’s Old City by bike morning or night, with temple highlights, quiet lanes, and a local market snack stop, in 4 hours.
“This was a great way to see most of the old town, Don was a very good friendly guide. Do this tour, you’ll enjoy”
Small-group River Kwai day tour from Bangkok with War Cemetery, JEATH Museum, bridge walk, Death Railway train, lunch at Wang Po station.
“A very thorough, all-day Tour of the actual Bridge over the River Kwai. Took a boat ride down the River Kwai to the actual Bridge itself, after a thorough tour of a museum that contained information and photos of the actual bridge itself both beRead more”
