From Bangkok: Pattaya City Day Trip with Private Driver

Bang Lamung District, Pattaya



Enjoy a day trip to Pattaya, a popular beach city on the East of Thailand, with your private driver in an air-conditioned vehicle. See the highlights that the city has to offer like the laser Buddha, Pattaya Beach, Khao Pra Tam Nak viewpoint and the city.

Private Day Trip to Pattaya from Bangkok

This private day trip suits travelers staying in central Bangkok who want to explore Pattaya's main attractions and beach.

Highlights

  • Visit Khao Chi Chan to see the giant Lord Buddha image etched onto a cliff
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Pattaya city from Khao Phra Tam Nak viewpoint
  • Spend free time at Pattaya Beach, a half-moon-shaped 4-kilometer stretch
  • Private air-conditioned transport with professional driver

Description

Your driver will pick you up early morning from your hotel in Bangkok, transporting you 2.5 hours east to Pattaya city on Thailand’s east coast.

First, visit Khao Chi Chan, featuring a giant Buddha image carved into a marble cliff. Created in 1995 to honor King Bhumibol’s Golden Jubilee, it was initiated by the Supreme Patriarch to preserve the partially destroyed marble mountain.

Next, head to Pattaya viewpoint on Khao Phra Tam Nak, a small hill south of Pattaya Beach. This location offers sweeping views over Pattaya city and bay. The site also hosts the Naval Radio Station, a monument to Krom Luang Chumphon Khet Udomsak (Father of the Royal Thai Navy), and a sacred Buddha image.

You will then have free time to explore Pattaya Beach, a 4-kilometer crescent-shaped beach lined with restaurants, bars, shops, hotels, and entertainment options.

The tour departs Pattaya around 3:00 PM and arrives back at your Bangkok hotel by 6:00 PM.

Includes

  • Private tour guide (if option selected)
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional driver
  • Fuel, tolls, taxes, and fees

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees to optional attractions not listed in the itinerary

Important Information

  • Bring a swimsuit or change of clothes if you plan to swim
  • Sunblock and sunglasses are recommended
  • Hotel pick-up is only available for downtown Bangkok hotels

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and prepare for a full day by bringing sun protection and swimwear. Morning departures maximize your time in Pattaya.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes visits to Khao Chi Chan Buddha Cliff, Khao Phra Tam Nak viewpoint, and free time at Pattaya Beach.
The private driver picks up travelers from their hotel in central Bangkok.
The drive from Bangkok to Pattaya takes approximately 2.5 hours each way.
Yes, transportation is provided in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Yes, the itinerary includes free time to relax and explore Pattaya Beach.
Pickup is early morning, with exact times provided upon booking or confirmation.
No, the private driver will handle all transportation throughout Pattaya during the day trip.
Check the provider's website for current hours, availability, and any specific requirements for the day trip.
Yes, it is designed for travelers based in central Bangkok who want to visit Pattaya.
This depends on the provider, so check directly with them about customizing the itinerary.

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