Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the local side of Bangkok on a 2 hour longtail boat canal tour.
Cruise through Bangkok’s historic waterways and scenic canals, passing traditional wooden stilt houses, colorful temples, and lively river communities. Along the way, admire the majestic Big Buddha from the boat and explore a charming local artist village filled with culture and hidden gems.
Led by our award-winning 2025 team and excellent English-speaking local guides, this tour offers authentic stories, cultural insights, and a true taste of Bangkok life.
Perfect for travelers looking for a real local experience, this canal tour blends history, culture, and everyday life all from the comfort of a traditional longtail boat.
Ps.
During high water and peak season (Nov–Apr), canal locks can be congested, causing 45–90 min delays. To ensure a smooth 2-hour cruise exploring local life, we may adjust the route and drop you off near the main street to avoid heat, pollution, and crowds.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Khlong Bang Luang Artist House
Cruise along the captivating Klong Bangluang in Bangkok and catch a glimpse of the vibrant Baan Sillapin artist village. . As you pass by, immerse yourself in the lively ambiance and artistic allure of this cultural attraction along the canal. From wooden row houses offering unique products to the renowned Artist's House with its art gallery and handicraft activities, Khlong Bangluang promises a memorable glimpse into the traditional community and artistic heritage of Thailand.
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
At Wat Paknam’s Big Buddha, we will cruise past this iconic landmark and continue to offer an immersive canal experience, showcasing the hidden gems of Bangkok’s Thonburi side.
What‘s Included
Travel insurance
English-speaking tour guide
Bottled water
Hotel pickup
Tour guide and boat driver tips
Food and drinks (you can bring your own)
Options
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Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs
Reviews
1,691 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hidden Bangkok tour canal
H5444DInoahm,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Flair was an amazing tour guide. My family and I have decided to check out the hidden canals of Bangkok. Flair gave us a lot of historical information regarding the canals, Bangkok and the history and cultures of Thailand. Flair was funny and cracked a lot of good jokes which made us all laugh. Highly recommend.
Fabulous - highly recommend!
SalisburySeeMore,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip is worth every single penny. It really was fabulous! Our guide was Yoyo - he spoke excellent english and was an entertaining, knowledgeable and all round great orator. Dont worry about the starting point - we were a bit concerned we had landed in the wrong location around the back of the temple but you walk down a small alleyway to a cafe and voila! Had great fun watching the catfish feeding and spotted a massive water monitor lizard while we waited for everyone to arrive. Our trip had 7 people on it which was perfect. You will see the good and the bad of the Bangkok - a truly eye opening trip around old town waterways - apparently there are over 1000 canals
Funny and very good
Passport39637682387,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Siri was the best commentator and guide so funny
Amazing river tour
Omerhadzis1970,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pear was absolutely wonderful. Very kind and personable. Highly knowledgeable about Bangkok history and life along the river, she brought Thonburi to life for us. Pear’s fluent English made a big difference.
Bunny is the best
Explore32513766454,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour Bunny was terrific
AMAZING!!
763mandyy,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00amazing time!! very informative and guide was so friendly and accommodating. do not miss this incredible experience!
A fabulous experience for the whole family
andrewt677,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely superb. I am not usually a fan of organised tours but this one was very informative and interesting, and provided a totally different perspective on Bangkok. The host, Pear, was so welcoming, friendly, and engaging. I highly recommend this trip if you fancy something a little different whilst in Bangkok.
Enjoying the old Bangkok
Companion22795561209,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A brilliant tour through the old Bangkok guided excellently by Flucke
Great experience!
peninam2015,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a magical tour. Fluke was a wonderful guide with lots of information and lots of humor! be shared a lot about Thai culture and answered all our questions. it was all around a great tour . highly recommend this tour and this guide.
Fantastic start to our visit!
AnneF1271,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic introduction to our long awaited trip to Bangkok! Thank you to the lovely tour guide Jazzy, who was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. Even during the hottest time of the year, it was breezy and so much fun. Definitely would recommend!
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