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Bangkok Canal Tours – Chao Phraya River and Wat Arun Temple by Long Tail Boat

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a 2-hour tour through Thonburi’s canals on a traditional longtail boat, drift past stilted houses, local markets, and daily riverside life.
  • Glide along the Chao Phraya River with views of Bangkok’s skyline and riverside landmarks —complete with English-speaking guide narration.
  • Spot iconic landmarks like the Grand Palace, Wat Paknam’s emerald-glass pagoda, the Giant Golden Buddha, the Rama VIII bridge, and more en route.
  • Pass by the Wat Arun Temple on this sightseeing cruise, and take in close-up views of its intricate porcelain spire from the comfort of your boat.
  • With convenient hotel pickup, this tour is ideal for travelers looking to escape Bangkok’s urban buzz, offering a quiet, culturally rich experience with small groups and insightful local guidance.

Inclusions

  • 2-hour tour by longtail boat
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup from select areas Sathorn Silom Siam Pratunam Khao San Road Charoenkrung Road or the Sukhumvit area between Soi 1-39 and 2-24
  • Sathorn
  • Silom
  • Siam
  • Pratunam
  • Khao San Road
  • Charoenkrung Road or the Sukhumvit area between Soi 1-39 and 2-24

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Step aboard a traditional long-tail boat as you glide past temples, luxury hotels, and rustic wooden homes along the riverbanks. Start with passing through the canals of Bangkok city, cruise through the Chao Phraya River, and end your day with sights of the Wat Arun temple.

Getting started:

Hotel pickups from select areas are included in this ticket, Sathorn, Silom, Siam, Pratunam, Khao San Road, Charoenkrung Road, or the Sukhumvit area between Soi 1-39 and 2-24. Digital tickets (e-tickets via email/phone) are accepted—no need to print. Ensure you are 15-20 minutes early to the meeting point as boats depart promptly.

What to expect:

Cruise through Bangkok’s canals, the Chao Phraya River and pass by Wat Arun as your guide shares city stories, pointing out the Grand Palace, Royal Barges, and the vibrant canal life with stilt houses and markets to this day.

Features:

  • Scenic canal & River cruise: Glide through Bangkok’s "Venice of the East" via hidden klongs (canals), passing stilt houses and local life.

  • Chao Phraya River: A vibrant waterway journey past Bangkok’s iconic skyline, historic temples, and local river life, where modern cityscapes blend with traditional wooden houses and bustling ferry traffic.

  • Wat Arun sights: Admire Wat Arun’s central spire, beautifully decorated with colorful porcelain and seashells that shimmer in the sunlight.

  • Guided narration: Learn about landmarks like the Royal Barges or the Temple of Dawn from your English-speaking guide

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