Bangkok 2-Hour Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha, Canal Life, Khlong Bang Luang & Wat Arun
by Hidden Bangkok Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$66.20Overview
This 2-hour longtail boat tour navigates Bangkok’s canals and the Chao Phraya river, offering close views of local life and several notable landmarks. The journey starts by cruising through Khlong Bang Luang, where passengers see wooden stilt houses and the Baan Sillapin artist village. The boat stops for about 20 minutes at this village, known for its art gallery and handicraft activities. Continuing along the canals, the tour passes Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, home to the Big Buddha statue, visible from the boat. Then the route merges onto the Chao Phraya river to approach Wat Arun, famous for its tall central tower - or prang - located on the riverbank. The boat ride ends at Tha Tien Pier, a short walk from Wat Pho, the reclining Buddha temple. The tour is led by an English-speaking local guide and includes bottled water and travel insurance. During the busy season from November to February, canal lock congestion may cause delays of 45 to 90 minutes. To keep the tour close to two hours and avoid crowded or polluted areas, the route may be adjusted with a drop-off near the main street instead of completing the full canal cruise.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Khlong Bang Luang Artist House
The boat cruises along Khlong Bang Luang canal where passengers see the Baan Sillapin artist village. This area features wooden row houses selling local products and an art gallery offering handicraft activities. The stop lasts about 20 minutes, providing time to observe the traditional community and artistic environment.
20 min
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
The boat passes Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, known for its Big Buddha statue. This landmark is visible from the canal, adding a significant cultural site to the tour as it continues through the waterways on Bangkok’s Thonburi side.
Wat Arun
The route merges onto the Chao Phraya river, bringing the boat close to Wat Arun, one of Bangkok’s prominent landmarks. Its large prang, a tall tower on the riverbank, stands out clearly from the water and is a central feature of the temple.
Tha Tien Pier - Bangkok
The boat ride concludes at Tha Tien Pier, located near Wat Pho, which houses the reclining Buddha. The stop here lasts about 5 minutes and provides easy access to this well-known temple.
5 min
Meeting point
Please arrive 15–20 minutes early. ⚠️ Please do not take a tuk tuk from the city. We recommend using Grab and setting the destination to “Hidden Bangkok Tours” MRT (Blue Line): Itsaraphap Station, Exit 2 → 3-minute taxi or 15-minute walk.
End point
the boat will drop you at Tha Tien Pier in front of the reclining buddha temple (Wat Pho)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bangkok 2-Hour Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha, Canal Life, Khlong Bang Luang & Wat Arun
by Hidden Bangkok Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$66.20Overview
This 2-hour longtail boat tour navigates Bangkok’s canals and the Chao Phraya river, offering close views of local life and several notable landmarks. The journey starts by cruising through Khlong Bang Luang, where passengers see wooden stilt houses and the Baan Sillapin artist village. The boat stops for about 20 minutes at this village, known for its art gallery and handicraft activities. Continuing along the canals, the tour passes Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, home to the Big Buddha statue, visible from the boat. Then the route merges onto the Chao Phraya river to approach Wat Arun, famous for its tall central tower - or prang - located on the riverbank. The boat ride ends at Tha Tien Pier, a short walk from Wat Pho, the reclining Buddha temple. The tour is led by an English-speaking local guide and includes bottled water and travel insurance. During the busy season from November to February, canal lock congestion may cause delays of 45 to 90 minutes. To keep the tour close to two hours and avoid crowded or polluted areas, the route may be adjusted with a drop-off near the main street instead of completing the full canal cruise.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Khlong Bang Luang Artist House
The boat cruises along Khlong Bang Luang canal where passengers see the Baan Sillapin artist village. This area features wooden row houses selling local products and an art gallery offering handicraft activities. The stop lasts about 20 minutes, providing time to observe the traditional community and artistic environment.
20 min
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
The boat passes Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, known for its Big Buddha statue. This landmark is visible from the canal, adding a significant cultural site to the tour as it continues through the waterways on Bangkok’s Thonburi side.
Wat Arun
The route merges onto the Chao Phraya river, bringing the boat close to Wat Arun, one of Bangkok’s prominent landmarks. Its large prang, a tall tower on the riverbank, stands out clearly from the water and is a central feature of the temple.
Tha Tien Pier - Bangkok
The boat ride concludes at Tha Tien Pier, located near Wat Pho, which houses the reclining Buddha. The stop here lasts about 5 minutes and provides easy access to this well-known temple.
5 min
Meeting point
Please arrive 15–20 minutes early. ⚠️ Please do not take a tuk tuk from the city. We recommend using Grab and setting the destination to “Hidden Bangkok Tours” MRT (Blue Line): Itsaraphap Station, Exit 2 → 3-minute taxi or 15-minute walk.
End point
the boat will drop you at Tha Tien Pier in front of the reclining buddha temple (Wat Pho)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.