| Offer | Duration | "From" price (to be checked) | Guide | Who for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car with driver | 4 to 8 h | about $85 (2 people) | no | budget, sites chosen | See |
| Tailor-made private tour | half or full day | about $112 | optional | first visit | See |
| Private guide with car | see listing | see listing | private guide | being accompanied | See |
Car with driver: the vehicle alone
This option, from 4 to 8 hours, is limited to Bangkok: it cannot leave the city, and there is no guide on board. It suits you if you have a list of places (for example the temples of Rattanakosin Island then a shopping mall) and want to avoid the heat and metro changes. The price is per group of 2; check the maximum number of passengers on the listing.
Tailor-made private tour: the day built for you
A car and driver, with an optional guide. When booking, you name three to four sites; the driver or guide organises the day around them. According to the listing, the driver contacts you the evening before to confirm the pick-up time. Entrance tickets (Grand Palace, Wat Pho) are generally not included: read the "Included" section before paying, and see temple admission prices.
Private guide with car
A third listing offers a private guide with a car. We could not verify its length or price at the time of writing: open the listing to find out, and compare it with the tailor-made tour above.
Private driver, taxi or public transport: which one?
- Group of 3 to 4, family, young children: a private driver becomes competitive against several taxi rides; see Grab or taxi in Bangkok.
- Solo traveller or couple on a budget: the BTS, MRT and boats cost much less; see getting around Bangkok.
- Trip outside Bangkok: choose an organised excursion instead (see day trips from Bangkok), as the driver-only option is limited to the city.
Before booking
- Check that the listing states the driver's or guide's language.
- Reread what is not included: entrance tickets, meals, tips.
- Note the pick-up place and time, and keep the supplier's phone number.
- Dress for temples (shoulders and knees covered): see temple dress code.
FAQ
How much does a private driver cost in Bangkok? About $85 for 4 to 8 hours and 2 people, up to $112 or more with a tailor-made programme (October 2026, to be checked).
Can the driver leave Bangkok? Not with the driver-only option, which is limited to the city according to the listing; for a day trip, choose an offer designed for it.
Are temple tickets included? Generally not: reread the "Included" section of the listing.
Do I need a guide? Not required; a guide helps if it is your first time at the temples.
