Passeios por Siam Paragon

One of the best experiences I had in Bangkok was Safari. The complete program was very well defined and instructed beforehand by the guide to the tourists. The safari and marine park truly offer breathtaking views and a variety of animals. The different shows in the marine park are not to be missed. Also, the Indian buffet is really good and can be enjoyed by vegetarian people.

The tour guide was cheerful, really enjoyed being with us, and genuinely gave us tips before getting off the bus so we wouldn't get scammed. The place is beautiful, but it can make you dizzy once you ride the boat.

We had a great time on this tour. Our guide, Mr. Art, was friendly and very helpful when we asked questions, even giving us local insider tips. The itinerary was packed, but we didn't feel rushed at all. The morning trip to the market by the train tracks in Maeklong station was an amazing and quite exciting experience! And the floating market was also such a good experience, especially when we stopped by Lak Tuk Luck market for lunch. It had very old riverside town vibes when we took a stroll there, and Mr. Art's lunch suggestion was also superb - a home-cooked meal by a local grandma. The temple and palace ruins of Ayutthaya are also something to behold. Mr. Art was knowledgeable about the history of it all - we learned so much. He even gave us a treat of Roti Saimai bought at a local market as a snack to eat and take home. It was a good sweet treat. We really had an amazing time. I highly recommend it, especially our guide Art Ong. :)

Aunque ya había visitado muchos templos en Bangkok, me alegro de haberme unido a este tour. Nuestra guía Panitta nos presentó la historia y el significado de estos edificios. Y ella realmente sabe dónde tomar fotos hermosas. Le estoy agradecido por ayudarme a tomar muchas fotos. La comida de fideos en barco también es muy buena, extrañaré los fideos en barco.

The transfer was smooth. As soon as we arrived at the market, we were seated in a boat to tour around the canal. The boat ride was quite relaxing. We purchased food items from the boat vendors and the food was fresh. After the ride, we were given one hour to walk/shop around the market. Unfortunately, there were not too many vendors. I don't know if it's due to the market still recovering from Covid. Still worth going through.

This Old Town day tour was truly excellent value, all thanks to our guide, Michael Jackson (who calls himself the Takeshi Kaneshiro of Thailand)! He was full of energy all day, and his professionalism was simply perfect. He is Thai, but speaks both Chinese and English extremely fluently. Especially when explaining dynastic history in Chinese, his logic was very clear, and there were absolutely no communication barriers. What impressed us most was that he even brought his own exquisite historical materials and before-and-after comparison photos, allowing us to compare the ancient sites with their past appearance. History instantly came alive, no longer just looking at stone buildings. During the tour, he also patiently taught us to speak Thai. Under the scorching Bangkok sun, he always thoughtfully helped us find shady spots for photos and explanations, making our trip relaxed and comfortable. We truly hope every group can encounter such an excellent guide like Michael Jackson. He added so much to this trip! If you have the chance to join this tour, be sure to specifically request this "Takeshi Kaneshiro of Thailand"!

The best way to enjoy Phuket is definitely island hopping and water activities, but the boat rides can be quite long, so make sure you get enough sleep the night before, otherwise, the boat trip the next day will be unbearable. It's recommended to book your tour online in advance; they will contact you via email to arrange hotel pick-up times. We had a comfortable 9-seater shared ride. Upon arrival at the pier, there were coffee, drinks, some small biscuits, and toast, so those who didn't have time for breakfast could eat there. Bottled water was available for free on the boat, and lunch was a buffet on Phi Phi Island. On the return trip, fruit was provided. If you don't plan on making additional purchases, you don't need to bring too much money. At the end, the guide asked each person for a tip (you can choose not to give one), which felt a bit awkward, but I was very grateful to the captain and crew, so I did tip them.

Luxurious boat. Helpful staff to make people to snorkeling who are not so confident. Good food. Only drawback is since the boat is big it cannot go near the shore so you don't get to get down at any of the beach side.