Thailand · PRIVATE
The good private tours go weeks ahead and the cheap seats go first. Below: 15 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ.
Review of Bangkok’s customizable eight-hour private guide tour, with temple highlights, local transport, food tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“It was an amazing Tour, Kim, the guide was housam. It provided a fantastic day. In 8 hours we managed to see numerous monuments, palaces, and take a traditional boat trip. Not to be missed.”
Review of the private Chiang Rai temple tour from Chiang Mai, covering four temples, lunch, transport, guides, price, timing, and practical tips.
“Easily one of the best things I’ve done in Thailand. Cannot recommend this enough. Yut was highly knowledgeable and the perfect tour guide!”
Review of Bangkok’s private Maeklong Railway and Damnoen Saduak markets tour, with boat ride, local treats, transport, tips, and value advice.
“My wife and I were lucky enough to have Time as our guide and Mr. Vee as our driver! Time was super personable and knowledgeable answering any questions we had about Thai culture and the markets we visited. This tour is the perfect distance outside of Bangkok for a day trip without feeling too rushed. The boat ride on the canals was definitely a highlight! The tour feels a bit overpriced and the nonrefundable cancellation policy is extreme, but it definitely reflects in the quality of the guide. Thank you for a memorable day Time!”
Review of Bangkok’s private floating and railway market tour, with boat and train rides, salt fields, coconut farm, and optional Erawan Falls.
“Great tour. Unfortunately we did not arrive at Erawan Falls with enough time to climb to top. There should be better time management. Cut out the coconut farm. For the falls you have to at level 4 by 3:30 pm”
Review of Phuket’s private Phi Phi boat tour, with Maya Bay, snorkeling, Monkey Beach, costs, timing, crowds, and practical booking advice.
“This experience is must for anyone wanting to visit PHI PHI Island. What a great experience we had. We were a group of 15 people and boy did our guide FAII and the staff look after us!!! Complimentary Drinks available all day. Journey to islands was amazing. Views and scenery is BREATHTAKING.”
Review of Phuket’s private Instagram tour, with temples, viewpoints, lunch, hotel transfers, personal photography, pricing, and practical tips.
“A great experience with Nick your guide provided lots of information took lots of amazing photos and was genuine good company during the tour travelling solo. Also enjoyed authentic Thai meal for lunch.”
Review of the private Doi Inthanon tour from Chiang Mai, with waterfalls, hiking, hill-tribe coffee, pagodas, lunch, and practical booking tips.
“Yut Yut Yut!! Such a great experience, all thanks to our guide Yut. A lot of these tours are so dependent on the guide and he did not disappoint. Everything was as described and it was so helpful to have him describe all the extra info tips around the temples, villages, etc. Ask for Yut when you book. Definitely a highlight of our trip overall (and this is from someone who doesn’t leave a lot of reviews either) :)”
Review of Bangkok’s private day trip to Damnoensaduak, Ayutthaya, and optional Maeklong Railway Market, with practical tips on time and value.
“Our guide Nok and our driver Mr Vee were an incredible team! Nok led us through the markets and temples efficiently, always had interesting facts to share, could answer all of our questions, and made sure we tried the tastiest snacks along the way. She also took great pics of us along the way. The train market, floating market, and Ayutthaya trip was perfect! This was the best coordinated tour of our trip with no waiting around and a nice air conditioned car.”
Review of Bangkok’s private one-day tour, covering temples, Chinatown, flower markets, canals, transport, guides, price, and practical tips.
“Non, our guide was very, very knowledgeable very thorough and explained everything. both the guy in the driveway were very thoughtful, providing water several times throughout the day.”
Review of Bangkok’s flexible 8-hour private guide tour, covering temples, markets, transport, costs, itinerary planning, and who should book.
“Natty was wonderful! Knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible. She knew great places for pictures without too many people, how to get around the popular Wats avoiding the worst crowds, and brought us to a FANTASTIC rooftop bar for dinner and a sunset view of Wat Arun.”
Review of a private Bangkok to Ayutthaya tour with temples, local desserts, private transport, and a one-hour boat ride around the ruins.
“Guide Kim (& the driver) was absolutely fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable & engaging. A thoroughly enjoyable experience! More than 5 stars!!!!”
Review of Phuket’s private driver tour, with flexible hours, hotel pickup, key sights, costs, language limits, and booking advice.
“First and foremost, shout out to Mr. Dol. He was hands down the most genuine, polite, respectful man you can ever meet. He went above and beyond for the trip. I got to do 7 things out of the 2 I had planned. Thank you for the sights to see and things to accomplish.”
Review of Phuket’s beginner scuba course at Racha Yai, with private instruction, two open-water sessions, meals, transfers, and practical tips.
“An experience that should not be missed on any trip through Phuket!! Easy Air conditioned transfer from hotels, a seamless meet up & boat ride out to the island, and best of all, an incredible experience once you’re there!! Oody my guide felt more like a friend than an instructor, but gave clear direct instructions. I was terrified going in, but loved scuba diving because Oody provided such great direction!! The pics & videos of the beautiful dive were worth it. Could not possibly recommend more!!”
Review of Bangkok’s private airport transfer, with flight monitoring, 90-minute wait time, bottled water, vehicle choices, price value, and key tips.
“Very easy and relaxing way to get from the airport to the centre of Bangkok. Good and safe driver too.”
Review of a private Bangkok to Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In tour, with temple highlights, lunch, guide quality, pricing, comfort, and practical tips.
“Great excursion exploring temples and summer palace. Food was fabulous. Great photo opportunities. Bea my guide was amazing - super knowledgeable and takes great photographs too.”
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