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Private Tour to Maeklong Railway Market and Floating Market
5.0 (47)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Tour to Maeklong Railway Market and Floating Market

A private five to seven-hour tour combining two of Thailand's most distinctive markets—Maeklong Railway Market, where trains cut through vendor stalls, and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where wooden boats navigate narrow canals lined with produce and crafts. You'll travel in a climate-controlled car with your own guide and private boat, sampling coconut ice cream and mango sticky rice along the way. Optional: ride the train as it passes through Maeklong's centre.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $166
3-Day PADI Open Water Diver Course, Koh Samui
5.0 (47)
🐠 Water Activities
Thailand

3-Day PADI Open Water Diver Course, Koh Samui

Earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification over three days on Koh Samui without needing prior experience. You'll complete e-learning modules and undertake confined water and open water dives, emerging with a globally recognised qualification that opens up dive sites worldwide. The course suits anyone aged 10 and up with reasonable swimming ability and good overall health. Hotel pickup, a professional guide, and all equipment are included.

3 daysfrom AUD $929
Private Tour to Pho Temple, Arun Temple and Canal Tour
5.0 (46)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Tour to Pho Temple, Arun Temple and Canal Tour

This four-hour private tour threads through Bangkok's quieter waterways and two of Thailand's most revered temples. Your guide steers a motorboat past traditional stilt-houses and canal-side communities before stopping at Wat Arun, whose ornate spire dominates the riverside, and Wat Pho, where the massive Reclining Buddha commands the main hall. The itinerary concludes at Pak Khlong Talad flower market, where vendors arrange blooms in towering stalls. You'll travel at your own pace with a dedicated English-speaking guide and private vehicle.

4 hoursfrom AUD $222
Bangkok Grand Palace and Temples Private Tour
5.0 (46)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Bangkok Grand Palace and Temples Private Tour

A private guided tour of Bangkok's three most significant temples over 5–6 hours. Start at the Grand Palace to see the Emerald Buddha in its ornate shrine, then visit Wat Pho to view the massive reclining Buddha and explore Thailand's original massage school. Finish at Wat Arun, where porcelain-tiled spires rise above the Chao Phraya River. Your own guide controls the pace, and hotel pickups are included.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $206
Meditation & Yoga with Era with Smoothie Bowl & Swim by the Pool
5.0 (45)
🧖 Wellness & Spa
Thailand

Meditation & Yoga with Era with Smoothie Bowl & Swim by the Pool

Start your Koh Samui morning with a guided yoga flow tuned to your body's needs, followed by a smoothie bowl and time in the pool. Over two hours, Era leads you through grounded postures and breath work designed to build internal warmth and ease tension held throughout your frame. You'll finish feeling restored rather than depleted—the kind of reset that actually sticks.

2 hoursfrom AUD $89
Golden Buddha Reclining Buddha and Marble Temple Private Tour
5.0 (45)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Golden Buddha Reclining Buddha and Marble Temple Private Tour

A private guided tour through three of Bangkok's most revered temples: the Golden Buddha, Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and the Marble Temple. Over four to five hours, you'll move at your own pace with a licensed English-speaking guide and dedicated driver, visiting these architectural and spiritual landmarks without the crowds or rush. Hotel pickup and drop-off included for city-centre accommodation.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $171
Private tour to Wat Pho, Wat Arun and Canal Tour&Flower Market
5.0 (43)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Private tour to Wat Pho, Wat Arun and Canal Tour&Flower Market

A private four-hour journey through Bangkok's quieter waterways and most revered temples. Start with a longtail boat glide past stilt-built neighbourhoods along canals where monitor lizards bask, then visit Wat Arun's ornate riverside spire and Wat Pho's massive Reclining Buddha. Finish at Pak Khlong Talad flower market where wholesale blooms cascade across vendor stalls. Your own guide and boat means you set the rhythm—ideal for photographers and anyone after substance over schedule.

4 hoursfrom AUD $226
Private Dinner Cooking Class with Benny in Chiang Mai
5.0 (42)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Thailand

Private Dinner Cooking Class with Benny in Chiang Mai

Cook four dishes in Benny's countryside home near Chiang Mai over five hours, selecting from appetisers, curries, stir-fries and desserts. You'll harvest ingredients straight from the organic garden, pound curry paste by hand, and prepare fried rice to accompany your meal. This is an intimate, one-on-one class set 20 minutes outside the city, ideal for marking a special occasion or simply learning techniques from someone cooking in their own kitchen.

5 hoursfrom AUD $138
Private Tour to Grand Palace and the Temples of Bangkok
5.0 (42)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Private Tour to Grand Palace and the Temples of Bangkok

A private guided tour exploring Bangkok's three most significant temples across five to six hours. You'll visit the Grand Palace and its sacred Emerald Buddha, the massive Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and the riverside spires of Wat Arun. Your own guide sets the pace, a private vehicle handles transport, and all temple admissions are covered. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting to understand Thai Buddhism and architecture without rushing between crowds.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $186
Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi
5.0 (42)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi

A full-day private tour of Kanchanaburi combining natural swimming holes with wartime history. Starting at 7 AM, you'll wade through seven tiers of Erawan Waterfall's emerald pools, eat lunch locally, then visit the War Cemetery and Death Railway Museum before a River Kwai boat journey ending at the iconic bridge. Eleven to twelve hours, private guide and transport throughout, no group crowds.

11 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $310
Private Tour to Railway and Floating Markets with Thai desserts
5.0 (42)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Tour to Railway and Floating Markets with Thai desserts

Travel by private car and boat to two legendary markets outside Bangkok, catching the dramatic moment when a train cuts through Maeklong's vendor stalls before cruising Damnoen Saduak's floating canals. Your guide navigates the crowds while you stay cool in air-conditioned comfort, stopping to taste creamy coconut ice cream and mango sticky rice. The full outing spans 5–7 hours depending on your pace and choice of optional train ride through the market itself.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $166
Phuket: A Night at the Junkyard Theatre
5.0 (41)
🍹 Nightlife
Thailand

Phuket: A Night at the Junkyard Theatre

Spend an evening at Phuket's most unconventional theatre, where dinner and live performance collide in a three-hour show that skewers local culture through music, dance and comedy. The venue stages absurdist acts inspired by Phuket's real character, with a three-course Thai menu served tableside as the action unfolds on stage. Shows run nightly from 7:30pm to 10pm.

3 hoursfrom AUD $67
Thai Cooking Class at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok
5.0 (41)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Thailand

Thai Cooking Class at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok

Learn to cook four authentic Thai dishes at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok over three and a half hours. You'll work through techniques designed to stick with you, building confidence in the kitchen so you can recreate these meals at home. The school focuses on practical skills rather than showmanship, ensuring you leave with real knowledge and a satisfying meal you've prepared yourself.

3h 30mfrom AUD $53
1.5 Hours Traditional Thai Massage with Herbal Compress - Free Transportation
5.0 (41)
🧖 Wellness & Spa
Thailand

1.5 Hours Traditional Thai Massage with Herbal Compress - Free Transportation

A 90-minute Thai massage session featuring traditional techniques and warm herbal compress, set in a relaxed clinic environment. You'll be collected from your accommodation and returned after treatment, with refreshments included. The therapists work with the rhythm of your body rather than a fixed routine, adjusting pressure and focus to what you need. It's the sort of experience that leaves you genuinely restored rather than simply pampered.

1 hourfrom AUD $49
Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak Hotel
5.0 (41)
✈️ Transfers
Thailand

Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak Hotel

Direct private car service from Phuket Airport to your Khao Lak accommodation, taking 60–90 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver meets you at the terminal with a cold bottle of water. The air-conditioned vehicle suits families with young children, as infant and booster seats come fitted on request. All fees and taxes are included in the upfront price—no surprises at drop-off.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $112
7 Hour Sticky Waterfall and Double Rafting Adventure
5.0 (40)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Thailand

7 Hour Sticky Waterfall and Double Rafting Adventure

A seven-hour circuit combining two distinct river experiences near Chiang Mai. Start by scrambling up the mineral-coated Sticky Waterfall where the porous limestone lets you walk against the current—something genuinely unusual. Then switch gears for four kilometres of choppy Class 3–4 rapids with trained paddle guides before finishing with a gentle bamboo raft drift through forested valleys. The tour bundles transport, meals, and local insurance into one outing, splitting your day between pumping adrenaline and quiet jungle time.

7 hoursfrom AUD $104
Open Water Diver Course
5.0 (40)
🐠 Water Activities
Thailand

Open Water Diver Course

Earn your Open Water certification over three days with SSI instructors at Koh Lipe's five-star dive resort. You'll complete online theory before hitting the water around the island's reefs, learning fundamental skills in controlled conditions then on actual dives. By day three, you'll be certified to dive independently to 18 metres anywhere in the world. Lunch and digital logbook included.

3 daysfrom AUD $667
Private tour to Golden Buddha, Reclining Buddha and Marble Temple
5.0 (40)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Private tour to Golden Buddha, Reclining Buddha and Marble Temple

A private four to five-hour guided tour of Bangkok's three most iconic Buddhist temples: the Golden Buddha, Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and the striking Marble Temple. Your own guide and driver collect you from your hotel and move at your pace through each site, with all admission fees and refreshments included. Designed for groups wanting flexibility without the rush of shared tours.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $171
Local food tasting at Hidden Takua Pa By Amazon prime Series Chef
5.0 (39)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Thailand

Local food tasting at Hidden Takua Pa By Amazon prime Series Chef

Spend five hours eating your way through Takua Pa's best-kept food spots alongside a knowledgeable local guide. You'll hit over a dozen stalls and small restaurants, sampling dishes that reflect how locals actually eat—not what's on tourist menus. Transport, snacks, dinner, and hot beverages all included. The pace is leisurely; this is about tasting and talking, not rushing.

5 hoursfrom AUD $136
Amphawa Boat Ride & Railway Market: Multi-Lang Private Tour
5.0 (39)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Amphawa Boat Ride & Railway Market: Multi-Lang Private Tour

Travel by private car to three iconic Bangkok-area markets, each with distinct character. Start at Ban Kalong Station to watch the Maeklong Railway Market's vendors collapse their stalls as the train passes within arm's reach. Visit Wat Bang Kung, where an ancient Banyan tree physically supports the chapel and golden Buddha statues from Ayutthaya stand alongside depictions of classical Thai boxing. Finish with an evening float through Amphawa's waterways, where vendors cook seafood directly on boats and wooden shophouses line the canal. Seven and a half hours, private guide in your chosen language, hotel pickup included.

7h 30mfrom AUD $200
Private Tour to Ayutthaya, World Heritage Site with Boat Tour
5.0 (39)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Private Tour to Ayutthaya, World Heritage Site with Boat Tour

Explore Thailand's former royal seat across six to eight hours in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Visit four major temples—Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, and Wat Phanan Choeng—each revealing distinct chapters of Ayutthaya's architectural and spiritual legacy. Follow the temple circuit with a leisurely boat tour around Ayutthaya Island, where you can observe local customs and the river landscape that once sustained this ancient trading hub.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $219
Bangkok Wat Pho and Flower Market Historical Walking Tour
5.0 (39)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Bangkok Wat Pho and Flower Market Historical Walking Tour

Walk through Bangkok's temple heartland with a local guide on this 4.5-hour circuit linking two of the city's most significant Buddhist sites. Start with breakfast, then explore Wat Arun's ornate spires and Wat Pho's famous 46-metre Reclining Buddha, learning how Thai massage traditions developed within temple walls. Change into traditional Thai dress for photos, take a boat across the Chao Phraya, ride a tuk-tuk to the sprawling flower market, and finish with lunch at a neighbourhood restaurant. Suited to most fitness levels and group sizes.

4h 30mfrom AUD $109
A beautiful afternoon with our elephants
5.0 (39)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Thailand

A beautiful afternoon with our elephants

Spend three hours at a working elephant sanctuary in Thailand where the animals set the pace. Rather than performing tricks or enduring tourist contact, these elephants roam in their natural social groups whilst you watch from designated areas. The keepers prioritise their wellbeing above spectacle. Lunch is a Thai buffet served with views across the sanctuary grounds.

3 hoursfrom AUD $120
Private Floating Market, Train Market and After Rain Cafe Tour
5.0 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Floating Market, Train Market and After Rain Cafe Tour

This 7–8 hour private tour combines three distinct corners of rural Thailand into one seamless day. You'll watch vendors at Maeklong Railway Market sprint to dismantle their stalls as the train rumbles through, then drift by longtail boat through the canals of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market browsing produce and local crafts. The final stop is After the Rain, a quiet café gallery tucked among rice paddies where you can sit with a cool drink and let the landscape settle around you. Your own guide and air-conditioned transport mean no rushing or sharing space with tour groups.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $237
Single Day Enduro Tour
5.0 (37)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Thailand

Single Day Enduro Tour

Tear through Thai countryside on a KLX dirt bike with guides who've logged decades off-road. This six-hour single-day enduro covers varied terrain at your own pace, backed by fully maintained machines and head-to-toe safety kit. You'll need manual clutch experience and moderate fitness, but the reward is raw riding without the tourist crowds. Includes meals and all protective gear.

6 hoursfrom AUD $211
Timeless Thonburi Canal and Food Tour
5.0 (36)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Thailand

Timeless Thonburi Canal and Food Tour

Explore Thonburi's foodie neighbourhoods and waterways on this five-hour hybrid tour that pairs canal cruising with serious eating. You'll sample over ten dishes across five stops—from steamed leek parcels and kway chap to street-vendor finds and traditional sweets—whilst gliding past stilted houses and local life on a long-tail boat. A culinary guide shares Bangkok stories as you wade through wet markets where tourists rarely venture.

5 hoursfrom AUD $133
Bangkok Food tour +15 Authentic Thai Culinary Gems
5.0 (35)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Thailand

Bangkok Food tour +15 Authentic Thai Culinary Gems

Walk through Bangkok's neighbourhoods sampling street food and restaurant dishes across eight carefully chosen stops in three hours. Your guide—fluent in English and trained in Thai gastronomy—navigates you from the controlled chaos of Chinatown's wet markets through quieter sois where local cooks work their craft. You'll eat what Bangkokians actually eat: quick snacks, proper meals, sweets. Water's provided. Groups stay small at eight people maximum.

3 hoursfrom AUD $67
Private Tour to Railway and Floating Markets with Thai desserts
5.0 (35)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Private Tour to Railway and Floating Markets with Thai desserts

Visit two legendary markets outside Bangkok in a single private outing. Your guide navigates you through Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors swiftly clear produce as trains barrel through, then motors you by private boat into Damnoen Saduak's floating stalls and narrow waterways. The 5–7 hour tour includes hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and two Thai desserts. Opt to ride the train yourself as it cuts through Maeklong's centre, though morning departures draw larger crowds.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $166
Scooter Adventure with elephants, views and FUN drive yourself
5.0 (35)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Thailand

Scooter Adventure with elephants, views and FUN drive yourself

Spend eight hours riding a scooter through Chiang Mai's countryside, tackling jungle tracks, village routes and mountain passes at your own pace. You'll navigate to viewpoints, explore caves, meet working elephants and cruise the river valley. The route balances genuine adventure with accessibility—if you're nervous on two wheels, arrive the day before for free coaching. Helmet, fuel and lunch included. Suits riders with some experience and reasonable fitness.

8 hoursfrom AUD $156
The Best Full Day Tour: Doi Suthep, Wat Phalat, Sticky Waterfall
5.0 (35)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Thailand

The Best Full Day Tour: Doi Suthep, Wat Phalat, Sticky Waterfall

This eight to nine hour circuit covers three of Chiang Mai's standout sights in a single push. Start early at Wat Doi Suthep, the glittering hilltop temple that defines the city's skyline, before the tour groups arrive. Then slip into Wat Pha Lat, a quieter temple nestled deep in forest, where the atmosphere feels less performative. The afternoon shift takes you to Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, where the mineral-rich rock face lets you scramble upwards and cool off beneath cascading water. Small group, early starts, proper spacing between spots.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $80
Bangkok Private Customizable Tour with Guide
5.0 (34)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Bangkok Private Customizable Tour with Guide

Build your own Bangkok itinerary with a private English-speaking guide over 8 hours. Start your day by discussing priorities with your guide—whether that's temples, markets, street food, or neighbourhoods—then navigate the city at your own pace using public transport. Visit landmarks like the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, explore the flower and Wang Lang markets, or hunt through Chatuchak's stalls. Your guide handles route planning and local knowledge while you decide the rhythm and focus.

8 hoursfrom AUD $160
Self Guided Scavenger Hunts and Gamified Tours
5.0 (34)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Thailand

Self Guided Scavenger Hunts and Gamified Tours

Explore Phuket's lesser-known corners at your own pace using a smartphone app that directs you between hidden spots, quizzes you on what you discover, and rewards correct answers with a prize. These self-guided hunts last 2–6 hours depending on your route and how long you linger. You choose when to start, whether to go solo or with others, and can pause whenever you like. Each location reveals details you won't find in standard guides, steering you toward places locals actually know.

2 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $9
Koh Hong Private Tour from Krabi by Speedboat
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🐠 Water Activities
Thailand

Koh Hong Private Tour from Krabi by Speedboat

Charter a private speedboat to explore Koh Hong and neighbouring islands off Krabi's coast over eight hours. Your local guide navigates you through emerald waters to Koh Rai, Koh Lao Lading, Koh Nok and the lagoon at Koh Hong, with snorkelling gear provided. Lunch is a traditional Thai buffet served beachside. Hotel transfers from Ao Nang, Railay, Khlong Muang or Krabi Town are arranged, and the boat accommodates families and friend groups with flexible itineraries tailored beyond standard routes.

8 hoursfrom AUD $889
Phuket Airport Transfers: One Price, Anywhere on the Island
5.0 (33)
✈️ Transfers
Thailand

Phuket Airport Transfers: One Price, Anywhere on the Island

Skip the airport queue chaos with a private van straight from Phuket International to your beachside base. Your driver meets you in arrivals with your name on a sign and handles the luggage while you settle into an air-conditioned van. One fixed price covers anywhere on the island—Patong, Karon, Kata, or beyond—with no detours or waiting for other travellers. Return trip pick-up is timed to get you to check-in stress-free.

1h 10mfrom AUD $62
Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Tour in Koh Samui
5.0 (33)
🐠 Water Activities
Thailand

Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Tour in Koh Samui

Paddle out at first light across Koh Samui's glassy waters with a small group and a qualified instructor. This two-hour early-morning tour suits both newcomers and seasoned paddlers, with all kit supplied and hotel pickups included from Chaweng, Bophut, Bangrak and Choeng Mon. You'll need basic swimming ability and moderate fitness; instruction happens on the water.

2 hoursfrom AUD $78
Private tour to Ayutthaya and Boat Tour Heritage Site
5.0 (33)
🛕 Culture & History
Thailand

Private tour to Ayutthaya and Boat Tour Heritage Site

This private tour whisks you through Ayutthaya's four most significant temples—each with distinct architectural and spiritual importance—then transitions to a tranquil boat journey circling the island. Your English-speaking guide navigates you through centuries of Thai history across six to eight hours, moving at your own pace between ancient stupas, weathered Buddha statues, and the remnants of royal compounds. The boat segment offers respite and a chance to participate in the quiet ritual of feeding river fish. Transport, entrance fees, water and insurance are included; lunch is optional.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $219
Premium Guided Scuba Diving Day Trip for Certified Divers
5.0 (32)
🐠 Water Activities
Thailand

Premium Guided Scuba Diving Day Trip for Certified Divers

Small-group scuba diving expedition aboard M/V Matcha Nu accommodating up to 12 divers. Based in Thailand and running 7 hours, this trip prioritises flexible pacing and unhurried bottom time away from crowded dive sites. Bring your certification and gear; the boat supplies everything else including meals, refreshments and snorkelling equipment. A relaxed, individualistic approach to exploring Thailand's underwater terrain.

7 hoursfrom AUD $222
Padi Advanced open Water Diver Courses (Start at Ko Kut)
5.0 (32)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Thailand

Padi Advanced open Water Diver Courses (Start at Ko Kut)

Build genuine underwater competence over two days at Ko Kut with PADI Advanced Open Water certification. You'll complete five structured dives that deepen your technique, expand your depth range, and sharpen buoyancy control. The course wraps in a bonus recreational dive—either early on to shake off rust or at the end to test your new skills in a pressure-free setting. Hotel transfers, meals, and refreshments included.

2 daysfrom AUD $774
Walk and Feed at Bukit Elephant Park Phuket
5.0 (32)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Thailand

Walk and Feed at Bukit Elephant Park Phuket

Spend 90 minutes at a sanctuary in Phuket where you'll feed elephants without riding or bathing them—the park prioritises animal welfare and works with professional mahouts. You'll also pick up snippets of Thai culture through hands-on activities like rubber tapping and coconut milk preparation, finishing with a traditional cooking session. Hotel transfer included.

1h 30mfrom AUD $71
4 Element Day with Zipline Adventure Expedition
5.0 (32)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Thailand

4 Element Day with Zipline Adventure Expedition

A six-hour Thai adventure that threads together four natural elements via zipline, waterfall trek, and jungle exploration. You'll launch above the canopy on cables strung through primary forest, then descend to walk creek beds toward Ao Yon's cascade. The day binds aerial thrills, terrestrial hiking, water immersion, and the raw energy of the landscape into one arc. Lunch and snacks included. Best suited to those with solid fitness and no spinal concerns.

6 hoursfrom AUD $111
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