A great Bangkok experience! Highly recommended!
Tour Guide:
At first, I thought the guide only spoke English and Thai, but it turns out she knows a little Chinese! Very impressive!
Food:
I experienced the lunch tour this time. Since I can't eat very spicy food, I noted that I couldn't eat spicy dishes from the beginning. The team thoughtfully replaced one of the main courses, green curry, with a non-spicy stew for me. Other dishes, like the first main course, the soup noodles, were delicious. The broth was incredibly flavorful and had both vegetables and meat; I truly drank every last drop. The Pad Thai was also very well-coated with sauce, and the shrimp were fresh and tasty! The mango sticky rice at the end is also a must-try; the mango was incredibly sweet!
Drinks:
There are no alcoholic beverages on the bus. They provide complimentary water throughout the trip, as well as a welcome drink at the beginning. At first, I thought it was some kind of medicinal drink, but it was a very refreshing lime juice. Finally, there's a hot coffee or hot tea. I chose the hot tea because they mentioned it had a caramel aroma, and it really did have a hint of caramel flavor, which was very unique. I even wanted another cup! As for other drinks, like Coke, you have to pay extra, starting from around 50 Thai Baht.
Itinerary:
Basically, you'll visit nearby tourist attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, etc. Since the guide provides commentary while you're eating, you'll need to listen to them during meals. However, they also provide about 10 minutes of break time (after the second main course) to allow you to digest and finish your meal at your own pace. Value for Money: Overall, I think it's very worthwhile. Mainly, if you're unsure where to go sightseeing, this tour bus allows you to eat and learn about Bangkok's attractions at the same time, which is a very comfortable experience. I hope to try the dinner tour sometime; I heard that dinner offers a view of Bangkok transitioning from day to night, which should also be great.