Krung Thep Maha Nakhon Trip Overview
We cycle through Bangkok’s bustling Chinatown and across the Chao Phraya River to a part of town away from the tourist! This 13 km bicycle tour offers a truly off the beaten track experience. Explore forgotten temples, pass by exotic markets, and explore lesser-known sites with the expertise of your local guide.
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Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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We cycle through Bangkok’s bustling Chinatown and across the Chao Phraya River to a part of town away from the tourist! This 13 km bicycle tour offers a truly off the beaten track experience. Explore forgotten temples, pass by exotic markets, and explore lesser-known sites with the expertise of your local guide.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sri Krungthep Hotel, 5 Thanon Siri Phong, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
5 Siri Phong Rd, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200
Meet here at 8 AM for tour briefing & bike fitting. Morning traffic can be heavy, so leave early and allow enough time to make the 8:15 departure time. After our briefing, we will warm up our legs with our first ride of the day.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Giant Swing, Bamrung Muang Rd, Bangkok 10200 Thailand
We stop at the Giant Swing, known for its use in a yearly Brahman rice harvest ceremony. The use of the swing was discontinued in the 1930s due to injuries and deaths as men would swing on the giant structure while trying to catch a bag of coins in their mouth. Those who caught the coins could keep them! Situated at the entrance of Wat Suthat, The Giant Swing’s huge size and bright red color makes it impossible to miss!
Entering Wat Suthat, one of the oldest temples in Thailand, we are surrounded by the Wat’s intricate murals. After a look around, we return to our bikes to continue today’s journey.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Sampeng Market, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
We pass by Sampeng Market, Chinatown’s best shopping spot!
Pass By: Yaowarat Street Food, 450, 458 ถ. เยาวราช Khwaeng Samphanthawong, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
We pass by Yaowarat, an area known for its street food stalls.
Stop At: Princess Mother Memorial Park, Soi 3 Somdet Chao Phraya Rd. Khlong San District, Bangkok Thailand
After a 15-20 minute ferry across the Chao Phraya River, an authentic form of Bangkok transportation, we arrive to a much quieter part of town. The trail changes pace into gentle back roads that lead to the embrace of the serene Princess Mother Memorial Park. Amidst the flowers and lush foliage lies a small museum, well worth the visit.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Santa Cruz Church, 112 Thesaban 1 Rd. Wat Kalaya, Thon Buri, Bangkok 10600 Thailand
No true Bangkok market tour is complete without a closer look at Portugese influences. We visit Santa Cruz Catholic Church, built during the 18th century when the Portuguese came to Thailand, and taste Portuguese-inspired desserts made from recipes passed down for generations!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Wat Kalayanamit Varamahavihara, 371 Thetsaban Sai 1 Road Wat Kalayanamitr, Thonburi, Bangkok 10600 Thailand
We hop back on our bikes and ride through the old community to Wat Kalayanamitr, or the Temple of Good Friends. This Wat is home to the second biggest Buddha and the biggest monk bell in Thailand!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), 158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600 Thailand
We continue to a Bangkok favorite, the Temple of the Dawn (or Wat Arun) featuring five towering prangs and adorned by broken pieces of Chinese porcelain. Though popular, Wat Arun is a must see as it is truly one of Bangkok’s most beautiful temples.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sri Krungthep Hotel, 5 Thanon Siri Phong, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
After admiring Wat Arun, we cross back over the Chao Phraya River to find more hidden ways to return to our starting point!
Duration: 5 minutes
