Step aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise and explore a relaxing Chao Phraya River Day cruise from The River City Bangkok toward Nonthaburi. Cruise past Wat Arun as its distinctive riverside spire rises, where you will pass to admire the temple's striking architecture, followed by views of the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha while taking in Bangkok’s historic skyline from the water and relax onboard with coffee and tea before enjoying a Thai and Western buffet lunch as the scenery gradually shifts from Bangkok’s historic riverfront to the quieter communities around Koh Kret. The one-way journey concludes at Wat Chong Lom Pier in Nonthaburi. Book now for a gentle Bangkok River Chao Phraya Cruise experience, which is worth reserving early.
You are required to travel to the meeting point independently. Please check in at the Grand Pearl Cruise counter 30 minutes before boarding time at the pier. If you arrive more than 10 minutes late, you may be considered a no-show
This tour ends at Wat Chong Lom Pier is located in Nonthaburi province, which might be a bit far from Bangkok City Center. You will need to arrange their own transportation back to their hotel or meeting point.
Cruise beneath the historic steel Memorial Bridge, whose broad green framework spans the river near old trading districts, flower markets, riverside shops, and tightly packed urban neighborhoods.
Look toward a grand Thai Chinese temple complex dominated by a wide image hall. Its layered roofs with coffee and tea severed decorative gables, riverside pavilion, and substantial scale create an impressive waterfront presence.
Watch the Temple of Dawn rise dramatically from the western bank. Its tall central stupa, covered with intricate porcelain and ceramic ornament, forms one of Bangkok’s most recognizable river views.
Across the river, notice colorful tiled roofs, pointed spires, and temple structures belonging to Bangkok’s historic royal quarter. The famous Reclining Buddha remains inside and cannot be seen from the cruise.
Admire an elaborate riverside skyline of white walls, golden roofs, tiered pavilions, and slender spires. From the water, the royal compound appears both monumental and finely detailed.
Within the Grand Palace grounds, gilded rooftops and ornate towers mark Thailand’s most sacred temple precinct. The Emerald Buddha itself is housed indoors, enjoy a Thai and Western buffet lunch onboard while calm moment to dine, unwind, and take in the late-morning riverside atmosphere.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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