The 8 Old Town Tuk Tuk Tours in Thailand That Earn the Fare

1.Private Chiang Mai Old City Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · from $38 per tuk tuk · seats 2 Our pick

Spend about four hours in a private tuk-tuk visiting Tha Phae Gate, Wat Chedi Luang, the Three Kings Monument, Silver Temple, Wat Phra Singh, and local markets. Hotel pickup within 5 km is included. This is best treated as private transport with sightseeing help, since an English-speaking guide is not included and shopping stops may occur.

“The original driver never showed up. The tour started 40 minutes late with a replacement driver. He was very polite, could speak enough English and expertly drove me through this wonderful city. I loved the tour except for the extra initial wait.”

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2.Exploration of Old City by Private Tuk-Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 127 reviews · 4 hours · from $50 per tuk tuk · seats 2

Ride a private tuk-tuk through Chiang Mai’s Old City with a Thai or English-speaking driver. Visit Wat Sri Suphan, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Tha Phae Gate, the Three Kings Monument, and two markets. This is mainly private transport with stops, not a fully guided tour, so bring a guide app or arrange extra commentary.

“Oy the guide was great and was very accommodating to our preferences and activities.”

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3.Koh Lanta Cultural Tuk-Tuk Tour: Old Town, Batik & Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 64 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $25 per person

Explore Koh Lanta with Yoyo or another local driver in a private tuk-tuk for up to four people. Choose a 3-hour visit to a batik studio, Old Town, and the mangroves, or take six hours for a hands-on batik class and lunch time. Kayaking and long-tail boat rides cost extra.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Tuk-Tuk tour was a great way to get around Koh Lanta and explore different places in a relaxed and fun way. Especially since Grab and Bolt didn’t really work well on the island, this was a super convenient and reliable option. We also got some great local tips along the way. Our guide, Yo Yo, was very reliable, spoke excellent English, and made the whole experience even better. We’d definitely do it again!”

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4.2-hour Bangkok Old City Night CHOB TUK TUK + Talat Noi Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $50 per person Top rated

Start at Sanam Chai at 7 pm for a two-hour group tuk tuk ride through Bangkok’s Old City. A Thai guide, including Ms Nutty on some departures, takes you to the City Pillar Shrine, Giant Swing, Talat Noi street art, night food spots, and Pak Klong Talad flower market. Groups are limited to 10.

“We had an amazing experience with Ms Nutty. She was soooo accommodating as changed the time and schedule to suit our needs. We saw amazing sights and tasted delicious food we would not have otherwise tasted (or known existed). Ms Nutty was very knowledgeable and also made us laugh. I highly recommend!!! We won’t forget this tour”

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5.Chiang Mai Tuk Tuk: Old City Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · from $23 per person Best value

You’ll ride in a private tuk tuk from your Mueang Chiang Mai hotel to Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Warorot Market, and the Three Kings Monument with the City Arts and Cultural Centre. Your driver speaks basic English, provides transport rather than guided commentary, and returns you to your hotel.

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6.Fun Tuk Tuk Dinner and Massage in Old Town Bangkok

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $58 per person

Start at 6 p.m. with guide Peach and travel through Old Bangkok by tuk tuk. Sample street food at Pak Khlong Flower Market, photograph Wat Arun and the Grand Palace, eat dinner in Chinatown, enjoy dessert, and finish with a 50-minute Thai massage. The four-hour outing is limited to 12 people.

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7.2-hour Old City CHOB TUK TUK+ Talat Noi Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours · from $50 per person

Spend two evening hours touring Bangkok’s old city by tuk tuk with an English-speaking guide. You’ll stop for photos at the City Pillar Shrine, Royal Pavilion, Giant Swing, and Talat Noi, while passing Khaosan Road, Chinatown, flower markets, and major temples. Guides have included Ms Nutty and Noah, and local food tasting is included.

“Family of five (3 teenagers) had the best and most informative time with Ms Nutty. We saw and did so many things we wouldn’t have known about without a guide. Perfect time of day as cooler and less crowded. The kids were entertained as well. We really felt amongst it all. Highly recommend this tour and Ms Nutty.”

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8.Chiang Mai Private Tuk Tuk Tour Half Day Old City Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $32 per tuk tuk · seats 2

Ride a private tuk tuk through Chiang Mai’s Old City with hotel pickup within 5 km. See Tha Phae Gate, Wat Chedi Luang, the Three Kings Monument, Silver Temple, Wat Phra Singh, and one local market. The ride suits two adults and can be adjusted for simple requests.

“Great way to get around the temples and get yoiur bearings around the old city. Driver also took us to jwellery store, market, honey store and silk factory. Good value for money.”

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