Bangkok Teak Boat Canal Tour with Wat Arun View

2 Hours Round trip from River City Bangkok Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise Bangkok’s historic canals on a teak boat
  • 02 Explore the quieter waterways of Thonburi
  • 03 Enjoy views of Wat Arun from the river
  • 04 See local canal life and traditional wooden houses
  • 05 Start conveniently from River City Bangkok
  • 06 English-speaking guide included
  • 07 A short and easy 2-hour cultural experience

See a quieter side of Bangkok on a scenic teak boat canal tour through the historic waterways of Thonburi. Starting from River City Bangkok, this short cultural experience takes you beyond the busy city streets to explore traditional canal life, wooden riverside homes, and views along the Chao Phraya River.

Along the way, enjoy a beautiful view of Wat Arun rising above the riverbank while your English-speaking guide shares context about the canals that once gave Bangkok its nickname, the "Venice of the East." Ideal for travelers looking for an easy and memorable introduction to Bangkok’s local character in just two hours.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Bangkok
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Explore the charming side of Bangkok with a long tail boat tour. Begin your journey at River City Shopping Mall, where you'll meet your guide and embark on a captivating adventure. Delve into Thonburi, the city's former independent province, which remained separate until its merger with Bangkok in 1971.

Discover the local way of life, a rarely glimpsed facet of the city, as you traverse the historic canals. In the past, these waterways made Bangkok famous as the "Venice of the East." The klongs served as vital transportation routes, bustling floating markets, and even sewage disposal. While many of Bangkok's khlongs have been filled in, the Thonburi region on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River still preserves these iconic waterways.Admire the exquisite beauty of Wat Arun, a jewel among Thailand's temples, as it graces the riverbank.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from River City Bangkok 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Teak Boat ride
  • English-speaking guide
  • Drinking water
  • Travel insurance
  • Life jacket

What's Not Included

Round trip transfer from your hotel

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • It is recommended to bring sunglasses and hat as the weather can get quite warm in Bangkok
  • Please be on time since it is a group tour

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
River City Bangkok, 23 ซอย เจริญกรุง 24 แขวงตลาดน้อย เขตสัมพันธวงศ์ กรุงเทพมหานคร 10100, Bangkok
Tour start
River City Bangkok, 23 ซอย เจริญกรุง 24 แขวงตลาดน้อย เขตสัมพันธวงศ์ กรุงเทพมหานคร 10100, Bangkok
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in River City Bangkok.

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