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The 15 Best Longtail Boat & Canal Tours in Bangkok

57 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Two minutes off the Chao Phraya the klongs go quiet: stilt houses, temple landings, a monitor lizard on the bank. These 15 are priced by the hour, with a note on which include the Big Buddha at Wat Paknam and which are private hire.

Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride - Cruising the canals at Damnoen Saduak
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Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

1.Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,547 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $25Our pick

See Thailand’s train and floating markets on a 7 to 8 hour Bangkok day trip with a canal boat ride, local food, shopping, and expert guides.

“Great day out, friendly guide very helpful and informative and made the day very enjoyable. Would highly recommend this trip. Excellent value for money.”

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Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride - The canal locks and the biggest timing risk
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Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

2.Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,909 reviews · from $37

Review of Bangkok’s 2-hour Thonburi canal tour, with longtail boats, Wat Arun views, the Artist’s House, and practical booking tips.

“This longboat khlong tour was an interesting way to see a bit of Bangkok's canal-side life. Our nice guide, Fern, was helpful and managed things under sometimes challenging conditions. The only drawback was in the difficulty hearing her narration and announcements over the boat noises. But overall, a fun experience!”

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Bangkok: Longtail Boat Canal Cruise - Starting near Wat Pho and Maha Rat Road
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Bangkok: Longtail Boat Canal Cruise

3.Longtail Boat Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,076 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Ride Bangkok’s klongs by traditional long-tail boat, see canal homes and the giant Buddha, and explore the charming Artist’s House.

“This was a last minute booking, so didn't fully know what to expect. Actually had a great time, it was interesting to see another side to Bangkok. The big Buddha stop was good but the artists house area was great. Would have liked longer there but never mind. Be warned that it takes a little while to get through the canal lock but it's part of the fun!”

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Bangkok: Temples, Canals & Local Life Bike Tour - From Candbike to Talat Phlu
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Bangkok: Temples, Canals & Local Life Bike Tour

4.Temples, Canals & Local Life Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,511 reviews · 3 hours · from $24

Cycle through Thonburi’s canals, temples, markets, and quiet lanes on a friendly 3-hour Bangkok tour for an authentic local look.

“Really excellent tour. Philip, our guide, was great. 3 hours flew by and we saw many interesting sights on the tour, the backstreets, markets, temples, everyday life. Thank you, great value for money.”

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Bangkok: 2-Hour Canal Tour by Teak Boat - Starting at River City Bangkok
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Bangkok: 2-Hour Canal Tour by Teak Boat

5.2-Hour Canal Tour by Teak Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,212 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Best value

Cruise Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River and Daokanong Canal by teak boat, with temple views, stilted homes, local life, and an English-speaking guide.

“Our guide Phillip was well informed and super nice and answered all of our questions. First guided tour that did not bore me after half an our;) we can highly recommend this tour and experienced a completely new side of Bangkok. Thank you very much Phillip for the experience!”

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Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs - Meeting at Wat Nak Klang
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Hidden Bangkok Longtail Boat Tour to Big Buddha&Canal Life 2hrs

Bangkok: Bike and Canal Boat Tour with Lunch - Wat Pradittharam and the first neighborhood lanes
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Bangkok: Bike and Canal Boat Tour with Lunch

7.Bike and Canal Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,350 reviews · 3h 30m · from $47

Cycle Bangkok’s back lanes, temples, markets, and canals with a small group, then enjoy Thai lunch beside the water for $47.

“We had an absolute amazing experience! More then we even expected. If you’re looking for a unique experience in Bangkok away from the touristy hustle than you should book this trip. Here you see hidden gems of Bangkok you wouldn’t normally see.”

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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets - Taking the paddle boat at Damnoen Saduak
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets

8.Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong Train Markets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 894 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $22

See Thailand’s train market and floating market on a value-packed Bangkok day trip with boat rides, local food, guides, and free time.

“Touristy destinations that absolutely shouldn't be missed! Tour guide Jeed was full of fun facts about Thailand and the immediate area. He organized the group nicely, always w/ a smile. Nice air-conditioned bus. Highly recommend!!!”

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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Heritage Tour with Sunset Boat Ride - The ride from Bangkok to Ayutthaya
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Heritage Tour with Sunset Boat Ride

Private Excursion to Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage site with Boat Tour - Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and its great chedi
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Private Excursion to Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage site with Boat Tour

Bangkok: Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun - Meeting at Tha Tian Pier
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Bangkok: Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun

11.Longtail Boat Canal Tour to Wat Arun

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 438 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Cruise Bangkok’s klongs by longtail boat, visit Wat Paknam and Wat Arun, and see canal life with a helpful English-speaking guide.

“absolutely wonderful tour and boat ride. thank you Coco our tour guide who was extremely polite, helpful and knowledgeable.”

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Bangkok: Canal Boat Tour, Big Buddha & Artist's House - Meeting at Soi Arun Ammarin 6
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Bangkok: Canal Boat Tour, Big Buddha & Artist’s House

12.Canal Boat Tour, Big Buddha & Artist’s House

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 332 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Explore Bangkok’s canals by longtail boat, see the giant seated Buddha, visit Baan Silapin, and watch everyday life beyond the main tourist streets.

“Jib was amazing guide! Kind, helpful and with big knowledge, she recommended us nice restaurants and places to visit after in Bangkok :) I recommend this trip to see beautiful and interesting part of Bangkok by boat!”

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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Train Market with Boat Ride - The road from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak and Train Market with Boat Ride

13.Damnoen Saduak and Train Market with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 239 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $27

Review of Bangkok’s Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market tour, with a 40-minute boat ride, local food, guides, and practical tips.

“Mr. Tony was very nice! His English was good and during the bus trip he took some time to tell some nice facts about Thai history. The tour itself was nice, we had enough time at both locations. The boat ride was nice! And the railway market was also nice to see.”

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Thai Tour Guide : PRIVATE Highlight of Bangkok + Canal Tour + Simple Thai Lunch - The Amulet Market and Bangkok’s everyday faith
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Thai Tour Guide : PRIVATE Highlight of Bangkok + Canal Tour + Simple Thai Lunch

Bangkok Long Boat Canal a Big Buddha & Culture Markets Tour - Meeting at Tha Chang and boarding the boat
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Bangkok Long Boat Canal a Big Buddha & Culture Markets Tour

15.Bangkok Long Boat Canal a Big Buddha & Culture Markets Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $44

Cruise Bangkok’s old canals, see the giant Wat Paknam Buddha, and walk through Bang Luang village with a local guide.

“Good relaxing morning tour, less crowds and less heat. For the time/price it was good overview of the main canal and pleasant stop at little floating market/village. If i had more time i would try to find a tour that goes further into the canal system but this tour was perfectly good for a mornings activity whilst avoiding heat of day. Guide cannot point out much during tour because of loud long tail motor but open to questions once stopped. The big buddha was under scaffolding but was told in advance and saw alternative from behind. Therefore acceptable.”

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