Breathtaking Bangkok: Temples & River of Kings Longtail Journey
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Feel like a king on the River of Kings, gliding through the waters of the Chao Phraya River on a longtail boat. Experience famous sights and hidden gems through the eyes of a local. Prepare to be wowed by Bangkok’s Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho. Marvel at the dazzling Grand Palace and revered Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew. Discover secret Thai communities that live amongst the ‘khlongs’ or canals.
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Thea_T, 10/3/2025 11:55:54 PM
Pam is an AWESOME and sweet and LOVELY and KIND and HUMBLE and KNOWLEDGEABLE GUIDE. She was very aware of the best details about the Temples, Canal Ride, and Grand Palace. I had an accident falling down a step that resulted in a broken foot right at the end of the tour, and she got me medical help from the Grand Palace, got me to the hospital, and stayed with me until I got to my hotel. I feel so fortunate to have had her for our guide. Wonderful doesn't explain it.
Katie_20022020, 9/1/2025 1:32:16 PM
Our guide, Pam, was incredibly informative and clearly passionate about her city, which made the experience even more memorable. She went above and beyond by surprising us with a visit to a UNESCO listed theatre show with Thai music/ dancing a wonderful and unexpected highlight of the day!
LoveTravel574660, 8/19/2025 10:58:46 AM
Pam was our tour guide and was very passionate, helpful and informative. The meeting location was easy to find and the tour was very well organised from start to finish. The longboat tour was really fun and we fed the fish and Pam also took us to a theatre to see a 30 min UNESCO show which was a nice surprise. Tips - Take an umbrella, not just for potential rain but also for the sun - Take plenty of water (you can also buy en-route - The tour finishes as a cafe where you can get a toasties or Thai food (this is not included in price)
louise_051972, 2/20/2025 3:28:41 PM
This was a great tour with guide Pam who had so much knowledge about everything, we learnt so much and she was a lot of fun. We booked the tour for four of us. The meeting point was easy to find and the tour started with a longboat ride where we saw basking lizards and fed catfish. We then disembarked and walked a short walk to The Grand Palace which was incredible in its opulence and history. The Emerald Buddha was in its winter coverings. We then jumped on an air con bus to Wat Pho to see the incredible Reclining Buddha. It is hard to find words to describe these places, they have to be seen. We finished with a cafe stop. I am glad we did this tour early in the morning before it gets too hot and too crowded. Pam took care of all the entry tickets. Perhaps the only thing that could have made it better would be to do the longboat ride in between the two venues to have a breather. But the tour is only 4 hours!
Pasha_J, 12/10/2024 2:23:31 AM
Pam was a very knowledgeable tour guide. She showed lots of great sites with awesome picture opportunities.
Ramona_C, 6/23/2024 6:19:55 PM
A boat cruise down the River of Kings to see the most exquisite temples and the Grand Palace. Had a wonderful guide whose nickname was Pat, who shared the history of the periods and kings, and told the most amazing stories. An experience that will be forever memorable!
ChrisT590, 10/6/2023 8:59:04 AM
We completed this tour yesterday with our teenage family. We had a great day, very enjoyable and informative. Our guide ‘Ole’ was excellent; very knowledgeable, personable, professional and fun. Highly recommended!
Tracy_E, 5/30/2023 5:05:50 PM
We had a great day seeing some of Bangkok’s most beautiful sites. The Grand Palace and Temple were amazing and we enjoyed learning about the history and meaning of different things. We loved the boat and tuk tuk rides and had the best guide, Pam. We would highly recommend!!
FellowTraveler281804, 4/25/2023 9:51:34 AM
I loved the longtail boat ride and the Queen’s textile exhibit. Everything was amazing and Apple was a great guide!
Paige_A, 4/22/2023 11:02:40 PM
Absolutely fantastic tour! I was the only person signed up so I got a totally private and customized tour :) my guide shared so much interesting information, and even got me snack and water along the way. It was extremely hot on the day of the tour (42C) but well worth it!!
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Dress requirements to enter the Grand Palace are very strict. Please ensure your clothes cover your shoulders and waist (scarves or shawls worn over sleeveless tops are not permitted). Trousers must be ankle-length, and skirts below the knee, plus covered shoes/sneakers (no sandals).
- Closure of sites: The order of touring and route of the khlong (canal) tour may change depending on the water levels in the river and individual khlongs.
- Please note that this tour covers 5 km of Boat Ride and 1.5 km (1 mile) of walking.
- Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: This tour hires local longtail boatmen who own their own boats directly. These boatmen rely on tourism to supplement their income as modern transport routes mean fewer locals need to use their boats.
Departure 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.Return details
Feel like a king on the River of Kings, gliding through the waters of the Chao Phraya River on a longtail boat. Experience famous sights and hidden gems through the eyes of a local. Prepare to be wowed by Bangkok’s Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho. Marvel at the dazzling Grand Palace and revered Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew. Discover secret Thai communities that live amongst the ‘khlongs’ or canals.Redemption
Closure of sites The order of touring and route of the khlong (canal) tour may change depending on the water levels in the river and individual khlongs. Dress Code Dress requirements to enter the Grand Palace are very strict. Please ensure your clothes cover your shoulders and waist (scarves or shawls worn over sleeveless tops are not permitted). Trousers must be ankle-length, and skirts below the knee. Please do not wear ripped, torn or see-through clothes or items that are very tight fitting such as yoga pants or leggings. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot and humid Bangkok climate. Leave Us a Review How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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