Thailand · SELF-GUIDED TOURS
The 5 best self-guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Use the MuvMi app to call clean, electric tuk-tuks between Bangkok’s main sights, then ride the Chao Phraya tourist boat for a full day. The pass covers Old Town, Siam, Silom, and, with the Plus option, Sukhumvit and Ari. An eSIM helps keep the app running.
“Very easy to use, the WhatsApp customer service staff were amazingly helpful”
Use the Tuk Tuk Hop app to call private tuk-tuks for your party around Bangkok, with unlimited rides during service hours. Your pass includes a high-speed eSIM, access to attraction lists, and an optional Chao Phraya Tourist Boat ticket. Check area limits before booking.
“Riding around in the tuk-tuk was easy and a great way to see the sites. The only problem was finding the starting point as my hotel wasn’t in the pickup area. Otherwise, I recommend it”
Spend two hours on Bangkok’s back canals, starting at Wat Mai Yai Nui. This small-group, self-guided ride includes bottled water, an orchid farm visit, and fish food for a temple stop. You’ll see local waterside life, monitor lizards, catfish, and a quieter side of Thon Buri.
“An excellent way to see the local neighborhoods from a boat! Our guide pointed out large 4 foot lizard dragons basking along the river and was quite courteous. It was a bit tricky finding the pick up point but our taxi driver was relentless. Highly recommend.”
Use your smartphone to explore Thailand with more than 40 audio guides covering Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai. Hear temple stories, Buddhist context, practical tips, and city introductions in English, Spanish, Portuguese, or Catalan for six months.
“no me ha gustado nada, poca explicación y es lo mismo que se encuentra en Internet. una IA sin emoción ni respeto por los signos ortográficos, es un monólogo aburrido y soso. La peor audioguia que he tenido la desgracia de comprar.”
Use a flexible pass to visit Bangkok’s Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Queen Sirikit Museum of Textile, Arts of the Kingdom Museum, and a Khon performance. Your English audio guide covers the palace and Emerald Buddha, while you explore independently.
“Nothing great for us since it was off season and the queue was short. Maybe useful if you are going in peak season and you want to jump the queue.”
Pick a coast, a kitchen or a temple.
