5 Bangkok Boat Cruises – Experience the Wonder of the City, Adrift

During your tours through Bangkok, you might be tempted to enjoy some dinner at a riverside restaurant Bangkok has to offer – for example, the in-house restaurants of properties such as the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok. Conversely, you can enjoy some scrumptious Thai cuisine as you cruise along the river itself – all you have to do is book yourself on a traditional Thai dinner cruise offer by Loy Nava. This cruise takes place along the Chao Phraya River on an open-air tour boat that lets you witness the brilliant lights of Bangkok at night. The cruise also includes a number of musical and dance performances and a full-course Thai menu. There is even a hotel pickup and drop-off service available for added convenience.

Bangkok is sometimes referred to as the "Venice of the East" and there's no better way to experience that atmosphere and feeling than with an afternoon cruise on a rice barge. The cruise itself lasts for around 3 hours and will take you through some of the more traditional and quaint neighbourhoods of Bangkok. This will allow you to observe Bangkok's locals at work as they go about their daily lives. As the afternoon sun begins to rise and the heat cranks up, you'll be treated to a selection of fresh tropical fruit and cool juices to help you stay refreshed.

The White Orchard Dinner Cruise is another fantastic option if you're itching to see the bright city lights while enjoying some delectable cuisine along the city's waterways. It is the perfect opportunity to capture some amazing shots of Bangkok as well – so be sure to bring your camera with you! The highlight of the cruise happens around midway through. At this point, the boat will approach a bend in the river that provides an unprecedented view of the Bangkok skyline – it's an image that's sure to stick with you for many years to come.

Thailand is renowned for the man ancient temples scattered throughout its borders. These structures provide valuable insight into civilizations that have long disappeared from the planet. So, what better way to observe these historical monuments than via a comfortable cruise alongside them. This river cruise provides a comprehensive tour of Ayutthaya – a sacred region that's found a day's travel away from Bangkok.

Now, you might be interested in seeing all the key landmarks of Bangkok, but the idea of dealing with the city's traffic might put you off this plan. If that's the case, why not book a half-day tours of the city aboard a long tail boat! This way, you won't have to deal with the notorious city crowds and can enjoy all the sights and sounds of Bangkok is quiet seclusion.