Bangkok: Grand Palace, Temples & River of Kings Canal Cruise
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A longtail boat carries you down the Chao Phraya River — the historic “River of Kings” — past gilded temple spires and wooden stilt houses. The tour includes Wat Pho, home to the 46-metre Reclining Buddha, and the Grand Palace complex where Wat Phra Kaew houses the revered Emerald Buddha. From the main river, the boat turns into narrower khlongs (canals), passing through riverside Thai communities that still operate traditional floating vendors and small-scale orchid farms.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide at the bottom of the escalators, Exit 1 (Museum Siam) inside Sanam Chai MRT station. If arriving by taxi, enter through Museum Siam and take two escalators down.
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Start your Bangkok tour with a walk to the pier, where you’ll board a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya River, also known as the River of Kings. Discover why Bangkok is called the 'Venice of the East' as you glide through its khlongs (canals).
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Next, head to the Grand Palace, where strolling through its stunning grounds feels like stepping into an Asian version of Alice in Wonderland—so beautiful, it almost feels unreal.
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Next, visit Wat Pho, home to the iconic golden reclining Buddha and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage, a key temple in Thailand's Buddhist heritage.
Included
- Discover hidden gems and famous landmarks, all through the eyes of a local
- Explore Bangkok by Longboat & Foot: Temples, Palaces & Hidden Gems
- Admire Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Entrance Fee Included)
- Marvel at the Grand Palace (Entrance Fee Included)
- Visit Wat Pho Temple and the Golden Reclining Buddha (Entrance Fee Included)
- Get insider tips on what else to see, do, and eat during your stay.
Not Included
Gratuities; Food and Drinks
Meeting point & area
View larger map →Meeting point: Inside Sanam Chai MRT station at the bottom of the escalators of Exit 1 (Museum Siam). If you come by taxi please enter the MRT station in the grounds of Museum Siam and go down 2 sets of escalators.
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