Rent a car in Bangkok for 1 day: Drive to Koh Kret, a good place to visit not far from Bangkok.

Rent a car in Bangkok to drive yourself because Koh Kret is not far from Bangkok and has many interesting tourist attractions!

Itinerary
1. Pick up a rental car in Bangkok
• You should choose a pick-up and return point near your home or a train station

2. Travel to Koh Kret (Nonthaburi Province)
• Distance: Approximately 20-25 kilometers, driving time 45 minutes to 1 hour
• Park your car at Wat Sanam Nuea (there is a parking lot) and take a boat to Koh Kret (Boat service fee 5 baht per person)

3. Activities on Koh Kret
• Visit Wat Phramaiyikawas: See the leaning pagoda and Mon art
• Walk around Koh Kret Market: Try traditional Thai desserts such as Thong Yip and Thong Yod
• Cycle around the island: Rent a bicycle to ride around the island to experience the locals' way of life
• Visit the pottery village: Watch traditional pottery being made

4. Recommended food
• Try local dishes such as Mon chili paste, Khao Chae
• Many riverside cafes such as “Baan Lek Nee 1” and “Slow Bar by GUU”

5. Return to Bangkok
• Take a boat back to Nonthaburi and return the car to the rental company

For a one-day trip to Koh Kret from Bangkok, in addition to Koh Kret itself, there are also interesting nearby attractions along the way or near Koh Kret that you can stop by. 

1. Wat Chonlaprathan Rangsarit
• Highlights: A quiet temple, suitable for making merit and relaxing
• Location: Near Tiwanon Road
• Activities: Worshiping Buddha, releasing fish, and admiring the lush greenery of the temple
Link: https://g.co/kgs/3oqLcXh

2. Koh Kret
• Highlight activities:
• Walk around Koh Kret Market: Try traditional Thai desserts and local food
• Wat Phramaiyikawas: See the leaning pagoda and Mon art
• Pottery Village: Learn traditional pottery
• Riverside cafes: Such as Slow Bar by GUU, perfect for relaxing
• Getting there: Take a ferry from Wat Sanam Nuea
Link:https://maps.app.goo.gl/LcVu9jwa2ay6N5Um8

3. Chalermkranchanaphisek Park
• Highlights: Chinese-style public park, peaceful and beautiful
• Activities: Walk around the park, take photos, admire Chinese architecture
• Location: Rama V Bridge area, near Koh Kret
Link: https://g.co/kgs/Ty9Jbe1

4. Wat Saeng Siritham Floating Market
• Highlights: Small floating market with a nice atmosphere
• Activities: Try local food such as fried oysters, Pad Thai, Thai desserts
• Location: Near Koh Kret
Link: https://g.co/kgs/Nbzi75i

5. Wat Sangkhathan
• Highlights: A temple suitable for making merit and practicing Dhamma
• Location: On the banks of the Chao Phraya River, not far from Koh Kret
• Activities: Worshiping Buddha, making merit, and feeding fish
Link: https://g.co/kgs/RiTLWh6

Recommended itinerary for 1 day
1. Early morning: Pick up the car and drive to Koh Kret
2. Route: Walk around Koh Kret market and worship Buddha
3. Afternoon: Take a boat around the island and relax at a cafe
4. Evening: Stop by Chalerm Kanchanaphisek Park or the floating market before returning to Bangkok
Travel tips
• Check the opening hours of Koh Kret market (mostly lively on holidays)
• Check the weather forecast in advance to avoid rain
• It is recommended to leave early in the morning to avoid traffic jams
• Prepare drinking water and a sun umbrella
• Check the condition of the rental car before picking up and returning

If you need additional routes or information about rental car points, please let us know!

Choose the one that suits your travel style and needs for a convenient, safe, and memorable trip!

Car rental conditions require the following documents: 

Individuals
1. National ID card
2. Driver's license
3. Credit card
4. Initial deposit of 5,000 baht (depending on the car model)
Foreign tourists
- Passport
- International driving license
- Credit card
- Flight tickets for the outbound and return flights
Legal entities
1. National ID card of authorized directors
2. Driver's license of authorized directors
3. Latest company certificate not older than 3 months
4. Value-added tax registration certificate (Por Por 20)
*In the case that the director does not use the car himself* Request additional documents as follows:
1. Power of attorney (sign the car rental contract, receive the car, use the car, and return the car)
2. National ID card of authorized representative
3. Driver's license of authorized representative

What are the conditions for car rental?
• Rent a car for a minimum of 1 day (24 hours). If you return the car late, there will be a fine starting at 535 baht per hour, and if you are late for more than 5 hours, it will be counted as 1 day.
• Renting a car must be notified 6 hours in advance and paid immediately.
• Fuel: pick up and return the car with a full tank. If you do not fill it up, there will be a service charge of 321 baht, along with the actual fuel charge.
• Business hours: 08.00-20.00 hrs.
• Insurance: The car has class 1 insurance, but if there is an accident, there will be an opportunity cost based on the day the car is parked for repairs, or you can purchase additional SCDW insurance. Starting price: 535 baht/day. If there is an accident, you do not have to pay an opportunity cost.
• Deposit will be refunded within 24 hours after returning the car in case of a bank transfer.
• Fines: Smoking in the car: 3,210 baht, Pets in the car: 1,070 baht, Forgot the keys in the car: 3,210 baht + Travel expenses, Lost the keys: 10,700 baht, Replacement car: 3,210 baht/time
• Do not take the car out of the country and do not rent the car to pawn.

Want to rent a car to drive yourself Exclusive car rental with us, which channel to contact? 
- LINE ID: @exclusivecar
- Phone number: 02-126-0718
- Email: info@exclusive.co.th
- Website: https://www.exclusive.co.th