Bangkok: Canals Small Group Tour by Longtail Boat
ID: GYG525794-915460
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the canals of Bangkok by longtail boat on a small group trip. Float past traditional wooden houses, feed the fish at Artist's House Art Gallery, and see the largest Buddha from the canal.
Discover the iconic canals of Bangkok and learn about the lifestyle and culture from your English speaking guide. Check out Bangkok's biggest Buddha image at Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen and feed the fish at the Artist's House.
Meet the guide, walk to the boat pier and then hop aboard a traditional Thai longtail boat to start exploring the old waterways. Marvel at the traditional wooden houses along the banks and see how the locals live. During the trip, see the stunning view of largest Buddha in Bangkok. Enjoy the small art gallery and handmade souvenirs at this 100-year old wooden house. Then, feed the river fish at the front porch.
Kindly read the important information below and book the tour based on understanding in the section entitled ‘important information/know before you go’.
Highlights
- Embark on a Thai longtail boat journey and sail through the heart of old Bangkok
- Float past traditional houses and discover the significance of the waterway
- Witness Bangkok's largest seated Buddha at Wat Paknam from the canal.
- Explore the Artist's House, a well-preserved house which is over 100 years old
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1 You need to be able to hop on and off a boat.
2 This tour will take place rain or shine.
3 Bangkok weather is hot. Bring essentials for hot climates such as a hat.
4 The meeting point and end point is not in the same spot. Please check this carefully as it is not located in a city center.
5 Depending on the time of day, weather conditions and availability, there may be one or two extra stops. However, you will certainly see the huge Buddha statue from the canal.
6 There are no toilet facilities at the boat pier.
7 Please note that this is a working river and we use a traditional boat.
8 There may occasionally be delays going through the water gates, which is beyond our control.
The guide will meet you in front of a "Soi Arun Ammarin 6". Meet us just right at the alley which is named on the road sign. Please wait at the road sign! (Do not go inside the temple) If you are at the right spot, you will see the name of the alley.
Important: Please be on time as we will need to catch a boat and will wait no longer than 5 minutes before departing.
Here is the best transport to arrive.
1st option: To use the Grab Application to get a car. This app you can pin the correct location. Please note that the timings on Grab are not always accurate.
2nd option: Take the Train (MRT Blue Line) to "Itsaraphap Station" then walk 15 mins to the meeting point. The weather is hot. Check if this is convenient for you.
We do not recommend using the Tuk Tuk or Taxi as they will tend to take you to the tourist spot or scam.
We recommend that you have an internet connection to help to reach there if you have any difficulties or need to WhatsApp your tour guide before leaving time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
