Alms Giving to Monks, Temple of the Dawn and Canal Activity – Private Activity

฿5,500 for 2 person

A private early-morning activity offering food and flowers to Buddhist monks along the historic Thonburi canal, followed by a long-tail boat ride through the canals and a visit to Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn.

Half Day Activity
Approx. 4-5 hours
Exclusive Private Activity
Up to 9 guests
Transportation
Private Minivan + Long-Tail Speed Boat
A set of food
Provided for the alms-giving ceremony with the monks
English-Speaking Guide
Local Guide
Admission Fees
Included

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Alms Giving to Buddhist Monks

A unique, peaceful early-morning cultural experience, offering food and flowers to monks along the historic Thonburi canal.

Long-Tail Boat on the Canals

Explore Thonburi's canals, once known as the Venice of the East, and see local canal life up close.

Temple of the Dawn

Visit Wat Arun, one of Bangkok's most iconic riverside landmarks.

Itinerary


05:00
Approx. 20 minutes
Hotel Pick-Up
Early morning private van pick-up from your hotel in Bangkok's city center (preferably 5:00 AM, no later than 6:00 AM).
05:20
Approx. 55 minutes
West Market
Stop at the West Market to buy food and flowers for the alms-giving ceremony.
06:15
Approx. 1 hour
White Marble Temple - Offer Food to Monks
Stop at the White Marble Temple to offer food and flowers to Buddhist monks, a peaceful early-morning cultural experience.
07:15
Approx. 45 minutes
Long-Tail Boat on the Canals
Explore the river and canals of Thonburi, the Third Capital of Siam, by long-tail speed boat, and see local canal life.
08:00
Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
Temple of the Dawn
Visit Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, one of Bangkok's most iconic landmarks.
09:30
Varies by hotel location
Drop-Off
Private drop-off back at your hotel.

What included ?

  • Private car/van
  • Tour guide
  • Admission fees
  • Set of food for monks
  • Water service in the car/van
  • Travel insurance

What not included ?

  • Meals for guests
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuity (optional)

Q & A

1. What does the ฿5,500 base price cover?

The base price covers 2 adults with private van transfer, admission fees, a set of food for the monks, water service, and travel insurance. Additional adults are 1,200 THB each, and children under 10 are 500 THB each.

This activity runs every day except Buddhist holy days (Wan Phra), when the alms-giving ceremony does not take place.

You will stop at a local market to buy food and flowers, then offer them to Buddhist monks at the White Marble Temple, a peaceful early-morning cultural tradition along the Thonburi canal.

Shoulders and knees must be covered for both gentlemen and ladies. Leggings, tight pants, and short or slit dresses above the knee are not permitted inside temple grounds.

The alms-giving ceremony takes place in the early morning hours, so pick-up is preferably at 5:00 AM (no later than 6:00 AM) to reach the monks before their morning walk.

What to bring/wear ?

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera or phone
  • Cash for personal expenses

Dress code for temple

Gentlemen

short pants down to knees covered and shoulders are covered.

Ladies

short pants or skirt down to knees and shoulders are covered. No legging or tight pants, no slit dress above knees.

Important Activity Notes

  • This activity is available every day except Buddhist holy days (Wan Phra), when the alms-giving ceremony does not take place.
  • Pick-up time is early morning, preferably 5:00 AM but no later than 6:00 AM depending on your hotel location.
  • This activity’s duration is approximate. Once the above itinerary has been completed, the activity will be finished, even if it is before the estimated time shown above.
  • Please observe the temple dress code above at every site visited.
  • Gratuity is not included and is at your discretion.

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฿5,500 for 2 person

The base price already includes 2 adults. Add extra adults here at 1,200 THB each.
Child price applies to any child under 10 years of age.
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