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The 15 bangkok boat tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each one takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the boat, and what a seat on deck costs.
Two iconic Bangkok-area markets in one day: canal life by boat at Damnoen Saduak, then the Maeklong train passing inches away.
Most Popular“Our guide was really nice and well informed. It’s worth the money”
A 2-hour longtail boat ride through Bangkok’s Thonburi canals with an English guide, plus stops at Baan Silapin and Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen.
“Meeting arrangements were good, near boat and bus routes. Our guide was very chatty and had to entertain us for some time as we had to wait for the canal lock to let us through. He gave us information, told jokes, taught us some Thai Read more”
Cycle Thonburi back alleys, visit temples and markets, then ride a long-tail canal boat and eat Thai lunch with canal views.
“I honestly can’t recommend this experience enough, and that’s largely because of Otto and Max. From the start, they were warm, patient, and genuinely attentive. Their energy was calm yet engaging, and they explained the history and meaning behind each place in a way that was easy to follow and actually memorable. The tour itself…”
Ayutthaya temples and a 1-hour sunset river cruise from Bangkok, with round-trip transfer, English guide, and tickets for key wats.
“Good trip Chaiwat was very engaged in providing information and telling history.”
Private Ayutthaya UNESCO day trip from Bangkok with pickup, temples, market desserts, and a 1-hour boat ride.
“We had a fantastic private day trip from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with Nok as our guide. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history come alive with great stories. Nok’s warm personality and attention to detail made us feel truly carRead more”
Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with Bang Pa-In Palace, top temples, riverside lunch, and a long-tail boat cruise past ruins.
“Sasha was an excellent guide that provided deep insights into the history of the ruins!”
Ayutthaya UNESCO temples and a heritage sunset boat cruise from Bangkok, with entrance fees, guide, and a calm river finish.
“We enjoyed the boat ride and dinner on the River was good. We had a little trouble understanding our guide so only got a little of the history. Was still a good day but might have chosen a different activity if I had the chance to do over.”
A full-day trip from Bangkok to the River Kwai bridge, JEATH WWII museum, and Erawan Falls for swimming across seven levels.
“We finally swam in cold water :) The trip down the river was great too. Na was an amazing guide. We enjoyed learning about WW II history as well as the stunning nature. She not only told us about everything, but she took amazing pictures too! I'd definitely recommend my friends and family to take…”
Visit Damnoen Saduak floating market by long-tail boat, then Maeklong railway market, plus a buffalo café break. 8–9 hours from Bangkok.
“We enjoyed it very much. Well orghanized and informative trip thanks to our enthusiastic guide. Learnt lots about history, geography, Thai culture in general, day to day life. By visiting the traditional floating and train market in the morning and beeing droped off at Iconsiam, a world class mall, in the afternoon we appreciated both…”
Ayutthaya sunset day trip from Bangkok with hotel pickup, iconic temples, and a Chao Phraya river boat ride plus a local market stop.
“Good trip but cold water would have been nice. Jonny was great and the driver was good as well. The temple at sunset was beautiful.”
Private Ayutthaya longtail boat on the Chao Phraya with optional 3 or 9 temple stops. Scenic views, own captain, great value.
“Did a two hour three temple tour. Highly recommended. Was a relaxing way to see Ayuthhaya and a nice breeze on the river.”
Private Kanchanaburi day trip with Erawan Waterfall time, WWII Cemetery, Bridge over the River Kwai, plus a scenic private boat ride.
“Wow, what an epic day! Cherry was an amazing guide super knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everything organized so we could just enjoy ourselves. Erawan Waterfall totally blew us away, and visiting the River Kwai Bridge and the WWII CeRead more”
A 2-hour Bangkok canal boat ride with an orchid farm visit and temple fish-feeding, self-guided with mobile tickets and small groups.
“An excellent way to see the local neighborhoods from a boat! Our guide pointed out large 4 foot lizard dragons basking along the river and was quite courteous. It was a bit tricky finding the pick up point but our taxi driver was relentless. Highly recommend.”
Private Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with temple ruins, Thai snack tastings, lunch, and a Chao Phraya boat ride.
“It was a long day but the golden Triangle was great. Our tour only had 6 people but 3 of them were always off shopping or looking around which put us off schedule and returning 2 hours later. I blame the tour guide for not enforcing the time better. He needed to be more in…”
A half-day Bangkok floating markets and boat tour with temple etiquette, canal paddling, Thai snacks, lunch, and orchid photos near Khlong Lat Mayom.
“Very well organized tour. The duration was just right. Our guide Nina was knowledgable about the history of the floating market and the local area. We got a great glimpse of local life, practices and the Khlong Lat Mayom floating market and its offerings.”
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