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15 Private Temple Tours Worth Flying For

89 tours  ·  from $11 a head

A private guide buys you the order of the visit: the quiet courtyard first, the famous one when the coaches have gone. The 15 below compare what a car and a guide to yourself costs against the group price, and where it genuinely changes the day.

Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour - Kanto Lampo Waterfall: a short stop with strong photo appeal
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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

1.Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $29Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide visiting Tirta Empul, Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tegalalang. You can swim at suitable waterfalls, ask about Balinese customs, and adjust the order around weather and crowds. Guides such as Ariga, Atta, Ageng, and I Wayan Top are often praised for safe driving and excellent photos.

“Ariga the best guide!! We will return and make a tour with him, so friendly and nice people. The tour was amazing. Thanks!”

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Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up - The 30-minute walk among Montserrat’s rock towers
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Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up

2.Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat in a small group of up to eight, with hotel pickup, a local guide, monastery admission, and a short mountain walk. Guides such as Ramon, Javi, Laura, and Alejandro are praised for clear explanations and flexible pacing. Add the Sant Joan funicular or Montserrat Museum at your own cost.

“Matt (Mateus) was a very knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. Pickup was on time and travel to Monserrat Monestary went quickly with Matt’s info and group chats. Beautiful weather and setting! Overall great trip!!”

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Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap - Bayon and Angkor Thom: faces in the stone
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Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

3.Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,920 reviews · from $60

Start around 4:30 a.m. for sunrise at Angkor Wat, then explore Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Kdei with a private English-speaking guide. Guides such as Se, Sopha, Sa, and Samuth are praised for clear storytelling, flexible pacing, and excellent photos. Transport, cold water, and towels are included, but temple passes and meals cost extra.

“Amazing tour of Angkor Wat and a few other famous temples in the area thanks to our tour guide, Sen! My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Sen and the sights of the ancient UNESCO heritage sites. Sen was punctual, communicative, knowleRead more”

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Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai - Wat Rong Khun, the White Temple
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Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai

4.Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,267 reviews · from $144

Leave Chiang Mai at 7am for a private, full-day temple tour to Chiang Rai. Visit the White Temple, Wat Sang Kaew Photiyan, Blue Temple, and Wat Huay Pla Kang with a guide such as Tong, Yut, O, or Poon. Lunch, entrance fees, transport, hotel pickup, and drop-off are included.

“Fantastic day and a tour I would highly recommend if you’re looking to visit the Chiang Rai temples in comfort and at your own pace. Our guide, Pom, and our driver, Chan, were excellent. We were picked up from our hotel at 7am, and the minivan was very comfortable — wide seats, plenty of leg room, and a smooth ride, which made the long journey very pleasant. The tour closely followed the itinerary, and Pom was knowledgeable at each stop. He provided just the right amount of information and was always happy to answer our questions when we wanted more detail. He also helped with photos and with buying souvenirs,…”

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Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine - Guadalupe Shrine and Mexico’s living faith
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Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine

5.Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 938 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $189

Visit Tlatelolco, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Teotihuacan with a private English-speaking guide and door-to-door transport. Guides such as Carlos, Ramon, Veronica, and Jorge have earned praise for their clear storytelling. Lunch is optional, and some versions include stops at craft and obsidian shops.

“Overall Roberto was a good guide. I took off a point because he took us to several vendors at the pyramids who we felt pressured to purchase something from. The worst was a man selling rugs and table runners, he was very expensive and wouldn’t leave us alone.”

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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour - Entering the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple
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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour

6.Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 855 reviews · 5 hours · from $143

This five-hour private Bangkok tour pairs the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple with optional visits to Wat Pho and Wat Arun. Your English-speaking guide, such as Kay, Pui, Penny, or Om, handles the route, temple details, photos, and transport. You travel by private car and cross the Chao Phraya by local shuttle boat if Wat Arun is included.

“The day went smoothly perfect. Susie, our guide, was kind and comunicative during the whole day. We enjoyed a lot the peace and the level of informations shared. Thanks againg for making our first day special.”

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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port - A private guide changes the pace
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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

7.Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 672 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14

Meet your guide at Kusadasi cruise port for a private, air-conditioned tour of Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Seyhan, Eren, Fatih, Alp, and Bihter have tailored visits for families and cruise schedules. Expect a Turkish lunch, cultural demonstrations, and a possible shopping stop.

“John (Ogulcan Bali) was a fantastic guide and made the history of Ephesus come alive for us. His knowledge is amazing This was followed by a delicious local lunch before we embarked on the silk and carpet weaving demonstration. Very interesting and actually a government initiative to keep the skill alive. We made it clear we were not in the market for a rug but we’re still treated to hospitality and treated in a very friendly manner Afternoon ended with exploring Kusadasi”

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Bangkok: Grand Palace & Wat Pho Half-Day Private Tour - Entering the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha
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Bangkok: Grand Palace & Wat Pho Half-Day Private Tour

8.Grand Palace & Wat Pho Half-Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 510 reviews · 4 hours

Spend four hours with a private English-speaking guide at Bangkok’s Grand Palace and Wat Pho. See the Emerald Buddha, gold rooftops, Ramayana murals, and Wat Pho’s huge Reclining Buddha. Guides such as Susie, Pui, Kay, and Wit are known for lively explanations and family photos. Hotel pickup, private transport, and drop-off are included, while admission fees are extra.

“Kay and Sunil the driver were fabulous. Kay has so much knowledge and explained everything beautifully helping me and my family to understand the history and culture around the Grand Palace and Wat Pho. Would highly recommend.”

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Bali: Sacred Temples and Sunset Private Tour - 9:00 AM pickup and the reality of Bali roads
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Bali: Sacred Temples and Sunset Private Tour

9.Sacred Temples and Sunset Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 429 reviews · 9 hours · from $55

Spend nine hours with a private English-speaking guide visiting Goa Gajah, Gunung Kawi Sebatu, Tirta Empul, Taman Ayun, and Tanah Lot. Guides such as Nyoman, Edi, Gede Susila, and Cok are praised for explaining Balinese Hindu customs, adjusting the day, and taking photos. Hotel pickup, temple entry, and sarong rental are included.

“Edi was a fantastic guide, he was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout. He made the long drives fun and made sure we were always taken care of. I recommend anyone booking this tour to request Edi!”

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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights - Labuan Sait, Padang Padang, and the beach-time question
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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

10.Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $45

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring southern Bali with a private driver-guide. Visit Pandawa Beach, swim at Labuan Sait or Padang Padang, watch the sunset kecak dance at Uluwatu Temple, and add a seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay. Guides such as Agus, Wedana, Kris, and Ardana are praised for friendly service and flexible timing.

“The private tour was awesome. Chris, our driver was friendly, prompt and very accomodating with times and any changes along the way. Great conversations between Chris and ourselves. He was informative, funny and spoke very well.”

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Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner - Uluwatu Temple above the Indian Ocean
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Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner

11.Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · from $48

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Padang Padang, Pandawa, and Melasti beaches with a private driver-guide. Visit Uluwatu Temple, watch a kecak and fire dance at sunset, and finish with a Jimbaran seafood dinner. Guides such as Wayan, Oktaa, Darma, and Riko are praised for safe driving, local insight, flexibility, and family-friendly help.

“A packed day of sightseeing. We enjoyed the beaches and the seafood dinner most. The Kecak dance was interesting. Our tour guide was wonderful. He took photos of our group all the time and had lots of knowledge about the sites.”

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Private Tour of Bangkok's Temples Including Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) - Wat Traimit and Bangkok’s solid-gold Buddha
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Private Tour of Bangkok’s Temples Including Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

12.Private Tour of Bangkok’s Temples Including Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 317 reviews · from $65

Visit Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, and Wat Benchamabophit with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned private vehicle. You’ll see Bangkok’s 5.5-ton Golden Buddha, the 46-meter Reclining Buddha, Chinatown, and the flower market. Morning or afternoon departures are available, with guides such as Jenny, Luck, and Napat reported for this experience.

“Guide very amiable and look for our comfort. No line up whatsoever. Need to improve English to be fully comprehensive”

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Top 3 Must-see Temples in Bangkok Private Tour [Optional Luxury] - Passing Bangkok’s grand civic sights
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Top 3 Must-see Temples in Bangkok Private Tour [Optional Luxury]

13.Top 3 Must-see Temples in Bangkok Private Tour [Optional Luxury]

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · from $124

Visit Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, and Wat Benchamabophit on a private four-hour tour from central Bangkok. Your English-speaking guide handles temple context and transport, while guides such as Lin, Cat, Ice, and Poppy are praised for clear explanations and helpful photos. Choose a standard vehicle or reserve the luxury VIP van.

“Such a wonderful experience. Our guide, Poppy, took such good care of us from the hotel pick up to the tour of the three different temples until our hotel drop off. She was so knowledgeable and entertaining, it was a breeze going thru these places with her. She made the tour memorable and one of our best experiences in Bangkok.”

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Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip - Reaching the Temple of Poseidon
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Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

14.Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $150

Travel from Athens or Piraeus in a private air-conditioned car or minivan to Cape Sounion. Your English-speaking driver, including George, Dimitris, Melina, Theo, and others, shares local history, allows photo stops, and can suggest a taverna or ice cream stop. Temple admission costs €20 per person.

“We had a number of hours to kill after disembarking from our cruise ship before flying home, so we decided to book this last tour of our trip once we were back in Athens. We met Melina, our driver, right at the cruise terminal and she was a very enthusiastic tour guide as we made our way down the coast. We chatted about Greek mythology all the way to Cape Sounion (she was surprised how much we knew!) and then spent some time at the Temple of Poseidon. Afterward, we were supposed to stop for lunch but a number of the restaurants we were looking at weren't open for lunch…”

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Hue: Royal Tombs & Pagoda Private Tour By Dragon Boat & Car - Thien Mu Pagoda and the Perfume River setting
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Hue: Royal Tombs & Pagoda Private Tour By Dragon Boat & Car

15.Royal Tombs & Pagoda Private Tour By Dragon Boat & Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 257 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $12

Begin with a 30-minute private dragon-boat ride on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, then continue by air-conditioned car to Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, and Tu Duc tombs. Your English-speaking driver, such as Duy, Hai, Tommy, or Hien, provides local context and waits while you explore. Add a guide for fuller historical detail.

“Tommy Bau was a very friendly and knowledgeable driver who could answer all our questions! We did not feel rushed seeing the sights and Tommy was always waiting for us on our return. We had a great day, thank you Tommy Bau!”

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