Private tour in Bangkok Swai H

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Swai H.

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✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨✨ ✨ ✨ Sawaddee, khrub,¹ welcome to 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝. My name is 𝐒𝐰𝐚𝐢 [𝚜𝚊̀.𝚠ǎ𝚒ː] or ไสว in Thai language. After graduating from university several decades ago, I didn't settle on a specific career path right away. Instead, I worked in a wide range of fields, which allowed me to build a varied background. I started as a youth camp coordinator, followed by seven years of teaching at a private school, and later took on contract roles in operations administration, office management, and academic institutions. However, in the end, none of those pursuits felt like the right fit for me. Employment at a travel agency initially seemed quite well-suited to my preferences, but I soon realized its repetitive nature restricted me to a typical desk-bound routine. This inspired me to leave the office behind to pursue a life of discovery. I am passionately drawn to city exploration, seeking out the rich diversity and energy of dynamic lifestyles including urban wandering, shopping, and wellness, alongside outdoor adventures like hiking, camping, and scuba diving. Following an intentional career shift, I transitioned into my calling as a professional tour guide.² In this role, I connect deeply with history, folklore, traditions, natural parks, and national heritage sites, as I love sharing stories that shape the country's identity. Currently, I hold a nationwide tourism license² as an independent guide and local travel specialist, which completely fulfills my true purpose. My journey as a guide begins in the heart of the country. Born, raised, and educated in Bangkok, I am proud to call this city home. I frequently take solo trips to enrich my regional expertise, exploring and revisiting hidden gems as well as renowned attractions to ensure my insights remain impeccably current. These firsthand experiences have made me thoroughly familiar with the city and its surrounding areas, whether navigating on foot or using practical modes of transport such as buses, trains, boats, taxis, or private vehicles. Beyond Bangkok, I have traversed every province in the country, occasionally volunteering for community projects, supporting disaster relief, or donating supplies to remote villages and temples. In all my travels throughout many distinct regions, I witness how they continue to reveal breathtaking wonders and enduring charm, alongside immersive activities and vibrant experiences across their contrasting landscapes. Ultimately, it is my great pleasure to welcome you, your family, and your companions as my honored guests to this warm and captivating land, 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝. ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨✨ ✨ ✨ ☆ 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 ☆ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 ☆ 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 ➊ Graduation from Chulalongkorn University ⇨ CUAA : 220200007 ➋ Tourism Certificate from Faculty of Archaeology at Silpakorn University. ⇨ 2/1994 ➌ Nationwide Tourism License by Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) ⇨ Tour Guide License No.1-034761² ➍ Life membership of Professional Tourist Guide Association of Thailand (PGAT) ⇨ Registration No.7753 ➎ National Guide of the Arts of the Kingdom ⇨ License No.2194 ➏ Complete standard course of CPR as well as First Aid and Rescue from Thai Red Cross Society ⇨ Registration No.5900033 ➐ Scuba Diving from PADI ⇨ License No.1512AZ3920 ➑ Attended and participated in exhibitions and conventions across 51 countries worldwide. ⇨ Thailand's first Aussie Specialist from Australian Tourism Commission (ATC) in 2001 ⇨ Asia’s first Kiwi Specialist from New Zealand Tourism Board (NZTB) in 2003 ⇨ Zero-gravity Activity or a ZERO-G flight (G-FORCE ONE) to float mid-air weightlessly, operated by Space Adventure Ltd. in 2004 ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨✨ ✨ ✨ ☆ 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 : ⇨ Every tour listing displays total 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 and real-time 𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘. Booking dates are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Confirmed reservations instantly lock the calendar to guarantee date exclusivity. Reviewing all itinerary details thoroughly before final confirmation ensures a proper booking. ⇨ Personalized itineraries³ can be crafted upon request, depending on available travel dates. ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨✨ ✨ ✨ ☆ 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 : ⇨ ¹ Sawaddee, khrub [𝚜𝚊̀.𝚠𝚊́𝚝.𝚍𝚒ː, 𝚔ʰ𝚛𝚊p̚ː] or สวัสดีครับ in Thai language, means hi or hello. ⇨ ² The highest tier license (silver-colored card) for a national tour guide grants the fully legal right to lead or organize tour groups throughout the country. ⇨ ³ The comprehensive customization services include arranging tour ground operations, technical visits, conventions, exhibitions, festivals, private functions, educational trips, team-building activities, and event organizing. Clients may select one or any combination of services to fit specific needs. ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨✨ ✨ ✨ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘ ∘

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Overview of your Bangkok tour

✫ 𝙂𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 ✫ This travel pattern is for exploring Bangkok, giving you the freedom to go anywhere you want based on what you like to do. All costs are at your own expense, such as admission fees, tickets, transportation, activities, meals, beverages, accommodations, souvenirs, etc. This itinerary is highly suitable for public transportation. It is also practical for those with a private car who only require guiding services for local suggestions, information, and insights into historical stories, folklife, cultures, and traditions. ✮ Some ideas : ::: Sample 1 ::: ⇨ Old districts of Bangkok : Wat Saket and Golden Mount, Wat Ratchanadda, Ratchadamnoen Avenue, City Hall and Giant Swing ::: Sample 2 ::: ⇨ Grand Palace (dress code), Wat Pho, Wat Arun ::: Sample 3 ::: ⇨ Boating along canals through old communities and Khlong Bang Luang ::: Sample 4 ::: ⇨ Ayutthaya Province, the historical park, ruins of palaces and temples ::: Sample 5 ::: ⇨ Lumpini Park, Benjasiri Park and QSNCC

Recent Reviews

Kerstin H.Spain
January 2024

We had a fantastic private tour with Swai. It was great to be able to get in contact with the guide before and to adapt the tour to our needs and personal interests. Swai is a very sympathetic guy who knows a lot about culture, religion and every day life / the local life. We defintly can recommend him and if we will be in Bangkok again we will book another tour with him!

Karl B.Mexico
December 2023

Great day tour of Bangkok with Swai. He is very nice and knowledgeable.

Jerome B.United States
January 2020

I give Swai 5 out of 5. he is knowledgeable courteous considerate and always has your best interest at heart.

Katrina J.Philippines
September 2019

Swai was beyong amazing! He really stayed with us throughout the day and made sure we got back to our hotel safely, even if he didn't need to! He accommodated our interests and places we wanted to see even if it was way beyond the time schedule. We really recommend his services!!

David L.United States
March 2019

Swai was a wonderful guide. Rather than coming with a prescribed itinerary, he was interested in obtaining our input about what we wanted to see.He was very professional and informative. He encouraged us to ask questions and answered all of them. He went out of his way to point out interesting things. He knew we were interested in food, and took us to several interesting markets and pointed out various Thai ingredients and food items.

Rhoderick S.Philippines
February 2019

We had a great time with Swai. Very accommodating, flexible, and professional. Highly recommended.

Your Bangkok tour itinerary

::: This is just a tentative idea ::: ➞ After meeting up, we will travel to the Royal Grand Palace using a combination of public transport: the train, bus, boat, and a tuk-tuk or taxi. Please ensure everyone is in proper dress code when visiting the palace. ➞ Stroll along Wang Lang Market ➞ Transfer to Wat Arun or the Temple of Dawn. It was an old temple that dates back to the Ayutthaya era. ➞ Visit Wat Pho. It is one of the most famous temple of the country. In the past, it was the home of Thai traditional massage school. ➞ Transfer back ✦ This guiding service can be done using public transportation, or you can use your own private car. ⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒⭒

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Bus

All public transportation, such as buses, trains, and taxis, is at your own expense and arrangement. However, walking tours are a great option for nearby attractions.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Private Transportation
Tastings
Private Transportation With Driver
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Accommodation
Services
Meeting location

Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

✦ Airport ✦ Hotel ✦ A residence in Bangkok with full address and telephone number ✦ A specific spot in Bangkok with full address and telephone number

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Architecture
Off The Beaten Path
City Highlights
Tour reference number
240076
Languages
Thai
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

FAQs

Who is this private tour in Bangkok best suited for?

This private tour in Bangkok is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city with a local guide, Swai H., and have the flexibility to create a personalized itinerary. It's ideal for those interested in using public transportation or who have their own private car and want insights into local culture, history, and traditions.

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