Day 1 - Royal Bangkok: Start at Grand Palace (arrive early, dress modestly). Visit adjacent Wat Phra Kaew. Walk through old city exploring Rattanakosin's temples and narrow streets. Lunch at riverside restaurant. Afternoon visit to Wat Arun from across the river. Evening Chao Phraya River cruise with dinner.
Day 2 - Temples & Spirituality: Early morning at Wat Traimit viewing golden Buddha statue. Visit Wat Saket and climb golden chedi for panoramic views. Explore surrounding neighborhoods. Lunch at local eatery. Afternoon at Lumpini Park observing monitor lizards and peaceful ambiance. Evening stroll through Silom district.
Day 3 - Markets & Shopping: Morning at Yaowarat Chinatown exploring markets, gold shops, and narrow alleys. Street food breakfast sampling local delicacies. Afternoon at Chatuchak Weekend Market (if available) or Siam Square shopping malls. Evening at floating restaurants or night market exploring street food.
Day 4 - Culture & Art: Morning at National Museum understanding Thai history and culture. Lunch near museum. Afternoon at MOCA contemporary art gallery. Visit Thai cooking class learning to prepare traditional dishes. Dinner featuring prepared dishes from class.
Day 5 - Day Trip & Relaxation: Early departure to Ayutthaya Historical Park exploring ancient temples and ruins. Bicycle or boat tours navigating island setting. Return to Bangkok by evening. Final night exploring favorite neighborhood again or experiencing rooftop bars with city views.