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Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun in Bangkok

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Activity provider: TripGuru Thailand
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3-hour tour in Bangkok, taking in Khlong Bang Luang Artist HouseRiver boat, Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen and River boat. Run by TripGuru Thailand, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Khlong Bang Luang Artist HouseRiver boat
  • Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
  • River boat
  • Wat Arun
  • Runs 3 hours
  • 3-hour tour by longtail boat

Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun: Key Facts

PriceFrom $39 per person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 3-hour experience from Bangkok, built around Khlong Bang Luang Artist HouseRiver boat, Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen and River boat. It is run by TripGuru Thailand, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers 3-hour tour by longtail boat, guide and Insurance. It does not cover Personal expenses and Entrance fees, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with TripGuru Thailand before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน

Khlong Bang Luang Artist HouseRiver boat

(20 minutes)

Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen

Visit, Guided tour (1 hour)

River boat

(20 minutes)

Wat Arun

Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Arrive back at

Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน

Khlong Bang Luang Artist HouseRiver boat: (20 minutes)

Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen: Visit, Guided tour (1 hour)

River boat: (20 minutes)

Wat Arun: Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Arrive back at: Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน

Includes

  • 3-hour tour by longtail boat
  • English-speaking guide
  • Insurance

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees (Wat Arun 200 THB)

Important information

Meeting point

Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.5/5
based on 556 reviews
Guide
4.6/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Michael
July 31, 2026

Jack was our guide on this tour, and from the very first moment we felt comfortable and well taken care of. He made an effort to connect with each of us personally and showed us far more than we had expected, explaining everything in a clear and engaging way. The tour took us along the canals, offering a fascinating view of a side of Bangkok we had never seen before. We also visited a temple and learned so much about Thai culture. Throughout the tour, we had plenty of opportunities to ask our own questions, and Jack was always happy to answer them. Jack, thank you so, so much! We would book an

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Róisín
June 4, 2026

Had a great time with Pop! He is very funny and informative, the longtail boat was fun and we saw four lizzards in the water also on our trip! Very fun way to experience Bangkok

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5
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Patricia
May 10, 2026

We really enjoyed this tour. I sent a message to confirm the start time of the tour and our guide Jacky replied right away. On the morning of the tour Jacky sent me thier picture and let is know where to find them. The tour itself was great, the boat ride was actually longer than we expected which we were happy about. We had a tour at the Big Buddha and of Wat Arun (Wat Arun entrance fee was extra, as stated in the description), we thought Jacky did a great job of explaining the different sites, and also offered to take a family picture for us.

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Lucie
August 8, 2026

Amazing experience with Ratima! She was such a lovely and attentive guide, always happy to answer our questions and make sure we had a great time. Everything was well organized and we really enjoyed the activity. Highly recommend!

5
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Lydia
May 19, 2026

Very nice tour guide called Jacky who told us about all the temples. Relaxing and interesting trip on the river in the long tail boat.

5
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Grace
April 7, 2026

Guide Thai was amazing and had great knowledge on all the temples!

5
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Linus
April 3, 2026

Jack was our guide. Nice calm experience with a good insight on the story of Bangkok and jack got lovely background informations. Chill experience!

5
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Mark
March 15, 2026

Fabulous trip. Our guide was excellent and looked after me as I recently suffered a life changing injury. Despite my current disability she was able to organise staff and trippers alike to help me onto the boat. She also gave excellent advice with regards safest way for me to get back to the hotel given my struggles. Good couple of hours exploring the canals

5
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JORGE
March 12, 2026

Ejoyed the tour, it was a nice experience going thru the klongs and visit the big buddha. I would recommend this tour, thanks!

5
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Kaj
April 3, 2026

nice trip and really good guide Jack! we have enjoyed our trip to both Big Gold Buddha and Wat Arun! trip tok approx 2,5 hours without stress! we arrived to Wat Arun just 1,5 hour before closing which was the best time to vist the temple 🛕 God trip, nice and experienced guide - everything you need 6o enjoy your day!

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Jackie
March 13, 2026

Fantastic tour and very well planned. We had so much fun exploring the canals and temples, with plenty of time to walk around, take it all in, and stop at the best photo spots. Surina was a fabulous guide. She was warm, friendly, and engaging, shared interesting history, and answered all our questions. She regularly checked in to make sure everyone was having a great time. A lovely extra touch was her taking lots of photos and videos for us and sharing them afterwards. It made the day even more special. Highly recommend, especially with Surina as your guide.

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Samantha
March 2, 2026

We loved Surina! She was so excited during the tour to show us all the beautiful places. We mostly enjoyed the canal tour and the artist house. It gave such a calming feeling. For me I would have like to stay longer there, 20 minutes wasn’t long enough for a cup of tea or something. The Tempel Wat Arun was nice to visit, but in my opinion too long to stay there. All in all, Surina is such a kind and lovely tourguide and you really can tell that she does it with a lot of passion. She told us a lot of detailed stories from her own life in Thailand which gave us a more authentic view about the pe

Frequently Asked Questions

Tha Tian Pier ท่าเรือท่าเตียน
The price does not cover personal expenses and entrance fees (wat arun 200 thb). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Not in rough sea. The Andaman side is calm from November to April and choppy from May to October, when the marine office can close the piers at short notice; if that happens the operator moves you to the next day or refunds in full. Seasickness tablets the night before help on speedboats, and Maya Bay itself closes to visitors in August and September each year.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
3-hour tour by longtail boat, English-speaking guide, Insurance
The duration of the Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun is typically 3 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Bangkok's must-see experiences include the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, canal (khlong) boat tours, Chatuchak Weekend Market, and legendary street food tours in Chinatown (Yaowarat). Visit our Bangkok tours page for curated local experiences.
Absolutely! Direct flights take just 1 hour 20 minutes. We recommend 2–3 days in Bangkok for temples and culture, then 3–4 days in Phuket for beaches and island tours. Our local guides operate in both cities.
Starting from$39