Traditional Bangkok Canal Boat Tour: Explore Big Buddha and Local Canals on a Teakwood Boat
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Khwaeng Wat Arun
Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Bangkok with our Canal Boat Tour. Explore Big Buddha and local canals on a teakwood boat, and experience the beauty of Bangkok's century-old canal networks.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • STARBUCKS Drive thru Itsaraphap - meet your tour guide at Starbucks nearby MRT Itsaraphap and our tour guide will introduce you about Thonburi old town of Bangkok. Then short ride on TUKTUK to the pier at the local temple and community
  • Wat Nak Klang - Arrive at Wat Nak Klang pier, and our tour guide will introduce you about canal life. You will be transported back to Bangkok in the 1960s as we navigate through city’s century-old networks of canals.
  • Khlong Bang Luang Artist House - Cruise along the captivating Klong Bangluang in Bangkok and catch a glimpse of the vibrant Baan Sillapin artist village. . As you pass by, immerse yourself in the lively ambiance and artistic allure of this cultural attraction along the canal. From wooden row houses offering unique products to the renowned Artist’s House with its art gallery and handicraft activities, Khlong Bangluang promises a memorable glimpse into the traditional community and artistic heritage of Thailand.
  • Wat Pak Nam - Take a scenic cruise along the Bangkokyai Canal then you will see the stunned giant Buddha of Wat Pak Nam, the biggest in all of Bangkok. Then explore inside the temples before climbing up to the rooftop pagoda for a breathtaking view of Bangkok old town.
  • Wat Arun - Merge onto the Chaophraya river, as you sail along this iconic river, a breathtaking sight awaits you in the middle of the river, Wat Arun.

Wat Arun or temple of dawn stands as one of the Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks. The temple’s claim to fame lies in its massive prang, a tower standing proudly on the banks of the Chao Phraya river.

  • Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market) - The boat will end at Pak Khlong Talat , the wholesale biggest flower market in Thailand where never sleep, open 24/7 .
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Ice cooler
  • Bluetooth speaker for your music
  • Private transportation to the start pier
  • An English-speaking tour guide
  • Travel insurance included
What's Not Included
  • Food and Drinks (You can bring your own)
  • tour guide and boat driver tips
Additional Information

Join us for a serene float on the city’s canals, where you’ll be taken back to the Bangkok of yesteryears, circa 1960s, as we steer through the city’s age-old waterways.

We begin our journey from a quaint village nestled within the precincts of a local temple close to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) in our classic teakwood boat.

As we travel, we’ll pass by Wat Pak Narm (Big Buddha Temple), an incredible sight to behold.

You’re free to choose between enjoying a ‘family style’ seating arrangement at the round table inside the boat with your group, or position yourself on the front deck to savor the sights of local life along the riverside.

Location
Baan Ploen Dee Restaurant
Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time to complete the check-in process.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Linds-hann
Apr 27, 2024
Nice Canal cruise to see a different part of Bangkok. - Beautiful tour around the canals and past the big buddha. We had a wonderful day on the boat. We paid for an English guide who was well worth it. Our guide was Pear who was excellent. She was so informative and good humoured. I would highly recommend paying for a guide as it was a positive addition. Bonus other than seeing the big buddha was the artist village as a stopover on the canal It was a great way to beat the heat but also was great because it was only 2 hours unlike a lot of tours where your whole day used up
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2casat
Apr 26, 2024
Great sunset cruise with kids - Fabulous sunset canal cruise with our kids (12 & 10). Our guide was informative, upbeat and made the trip such fun for our kids. The breeze on the really well kept and decorated boat also made the Bangkok heat super manageable. Highly recommended
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Thegriffithsozfamily
Apr 26, 2024
Favourite tour of kids so far - Hands down this tour is my childrens most favourite tour so far. This tour was uniquely different because we were given a fantastic glimpse of the Thai lifestyle, it was a personal view of local life during the Songkran festival. My kids loved it! and we started the tour with loud laughter and two soaking wet kids sitting in the front of the longtail boat with a loaded water pistol waiting to spray other tourists and locals along the way. Our tour guide was local and very friendly, we got to know him and he us, and it was lovely night understanding more about the history of the klongs, the diversity of the cultures and religions, the neighbourhoods and the impotance of the temples in Thai life. We made some fantastic memories and great pictures. Highly recommend this tour if you want to have a taste of the authentic thai life.
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Domshanghai111
Apr 23, 2024
Wonderfully charming - What a lovely and authentic experience. our guide Yoyo was charming, informative and patient 😇He also ensured our karma for the coming year is protected. Highly recommended this tour as it truly is a bit off the mainstream tourist path and allows you to not only see temples but, perhaps more importantly, how families live along the canals - from simple homes to unbelievable mansions, the community
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Btbl
Apr 18, 2024
Canal Tour - Lovely slow canal tour with our guide Som. Private tour for three of us. Very knowledgeable on all the history. Stopped at the museum for a guided tour and photos of various tourist areas. Plenty of opportunities for photos as the boat was slowed for us. Water provided. Would certainly do again on our next visit.
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R2thebizel
Apr 17, 2024
Hidden Bangkok: Amazing - Staff are 1st class with water provided, extra drinks available to purchase, speaker and chiller on the boat. Explained everything on arrival and then are very mindful of tour comfort during the trip with some superb views, stop-offs and not feeling rushed at all.
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Kebegee
Apr 15, 2024
Fantastic 2 hours taking you to old Bangkok - I have done this trip twice recently with my guests in Bangkok… both parties really enjoyed the experience… The staff were wonderful and took time not racing us down the river to enjoy…🛶 they slowed down when we wanted photos 📸and were so friendly… The Artist village 🎨 was lovely with some nice little shops and different souvenirs to the norm… Visiting during Songkran 💦 was great fun seeing the families enjoying the celebrations by getting us with their water guns…. Really recommend this tour to see old Bangkok, wildlife (kingfishers and Monitor lizards 🦎 ) and give you an appreciation on life.. Thank-you will be back again soon …
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Allan
Apr 11, 2024
Unforgettable River Ride - River boat guide and tour was amazing. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful during the entire tour. Highly recommend!
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Nica2024
Apr 10, 2024
Brilliant way to experience Bangkok on water - We had over two fantastic hours with Yo-yo whilst in Bangkok. He was knowledgeable , humourous and a wonderful host. The tour gave us an insight to the old and real Bangkok, Yo-yo explained the canals underpinned so much of Thailands history. We stopped at the golden Buddha, saw Wat Arun and stopped at a wonderful artisan market on the water. A great way to explore and see Bangkok without sitting in traffic for hours Thank you Yo-yo- my kids loved the tour too!!
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Louise
Apr 14, 2024
Great tour, would recommend. - Guide Yo-Yo was really friendly and informative and was very helpful answering questions. The overall pace could have been a little slower as felt slightly rushed.
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