What food is served on board?

An unlimited Thai & International buffet — a spread of seafood, Thai and Chinese dishes, with vegetarian options available. It is served across the full two-hour sailing. Tell us any dietary requirements on WhatsApp before the date and we will forward them to the operator. If you would prefer an Indian buffet on board, see our separate Chao Phraya Princess dinner cruise.

Will this work for young children and older parents?

Yes. Nothing about the evening is strenuous, since guests are seated for dinner while the river and lit-up landmarks pass by. When the breeze on the upper deck is too much, the air-conditioned lower deck is the more comfortable spot, which older guests tend to prefer. A child rate applies (฿840 per child versus ฿960 per adult); tell us your children's ages on WhatsApp and we will confirm the exact amount for your group.

Where does the cruise board, and how long does it take from central Bangkok?

Check-in is at Asiatique The Riverfront, between Warehouse 7 and 8, and the cruise boards at Pier No. 1 there. From most central hotels the trip to Asiatique by Grab or metered taxi runs roughly 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. You can also add our private hotel pickup & drop-off taxi in the booking box, from ฿1,200 per car.

What time is check-in, and what time does the cruise sail?

Check-in is open from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM. The cruise sails from 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM. Please be checked in by 6:45 PM — the boat does not wait for late arrivals.

Can I take photos, and which deck has the better view?

Photography is allowed throughout. The open-air upper deck offers the most open sightlines for shots of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace and the Rama VIII Bridge under their night lighting. You are free to switch between the two decks at any point during the sailing.

Does the price cover transport to the pier?

No — the cruise price covers the cruise and the buffet. A private round-trip taxi between your Bangkok hotel and Asiatique The Riverfront is an optional add-on in the booking box, priced per vehicle: Car Sedan ฿1,200 (up to 4 people), SUV ฿1,300 (up to 6) or Van ฿1,400 (up to 10). The cheapest vehicle, or combination, for your group is chosen automatically, and a booking with the taxi is paid in full online. We confirm the pickup time on WhatsApp so you reach check-in before 6:45 PM. Otherwise, a short Grab or metered taxi ride to Asiatique is straightforward.

Can I book the cruise for today?

Yes, with the hotel pickup & drop-off taxi added in the booking box — same-day bookings with the taxi are open until 2:00 PM (Thailand time). Without the taxi, please book at least 1 day in advance.

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Chao Phraya Cruise (Seafood)

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Two-hour evening dinner cruise on Bangkok's Chao Phraya River, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM
Boards at Asiatique The Riverfront — check in between Warehouse 7 and 8
Unlimited Thai & International buffet — seafood, Thai and Chinese dishes
Wat Arun, Grand Palace & Rama VIII Bridge lit up at night
Live music on board · open-air upper deck & air-conditioned lower deck
The larger riverboat — relaxed seating with room to move around

Bangkok

Check-in · 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM · cruise 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Advance booking · book at least 1 day in advance — or today until 2:00 PM (Thailand time) with the hotel pickup taxi

Free cancellation up to 72h before your activity
Instant WhatsApp confirmation
Mobile voucher accepted
TAT-registered operator
Trusted by 2,300+ travellers

About this tour

After a day of temples and Bangkok traffic, the river is the easiest way to see the city without much effort. The Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise is the larger of our two riverboats, and it pairs a relaxed two-hour sailing with an unlimited Thai & International buffet — a spread that leans on seafood alongside Thai and Chinese dishes. The boat runs along the Chao Phraya, the wide river that splits the old city, while the landmarks on both banks are lit for the evening.

There is room to move on this boat: an open-air upper deck that is better for photos and the breeze, and an air-conditioned lower deck for dinner and live music. The buffet is unlimited across the sailing, with vegetarian options available — let us know any dietary needs when you book and we will pass them to the operator.

The route passes several of the city's best-known riverside sights, each lit at night:

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn): the spired riverside temple, washed in gold lighting against the dark water.
The Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew: the former royal complex, seen glowing from across the river.
Rama VIII Bridge: a single-pylon suspension bridge with cables fanning out from one tower.
ICONSIAM: the large riverfront mall whose facade lights carry across the water.

Check-in is at Asiatique The Riverfront, between Warehouse 7 and 8, from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM. The cruise boards at Pier No. 1 and sails from 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM.

The pace suits most travellers — you stay seated, eat and watch the banks go by. Prefer an Indian buffet on board? That is our separate Chao Phraya Princess dinner cruise.

What's included

Included

Two-hour dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River (7:15 PM – 9:15 PM)
Welcome drink on arrival
Unlimited Thai & International buffet (seafood, Thai & Chinese dishes; vegetarian options available)
Live music on board
Access to both the open-air upper deck and the air-conditioned lower deck

Not included — paid extras / on request

Hotel pickup & drop-off — optional taxi in the booking box: Car Sedan ฿1,200 (up to 4 people), SUV ฿1,300 (up to 6), Van ฿1,400 (up to 10)
Alcoholic beverages (available on board at additional cost)
Personal expenses & tips

Good to know

Evening dinner cruise · about 2 hours
Check-in at Asiatique The Riverfront, between Warehouse 7 and 8 · boards at Pier No. 1
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before your activity date — any amount paid is refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the activity, and no-shows, are non-refundable. You can change your date up to 72 hours before your activity, subject to availability.
Booking confirmed instantly on WhatsApp — show your mobile voucher on arrival.
Wear clothes suited to the activity and weather. Bring water, sunscreen and a little cash for extras.

Quick tips for your trip

Recommended time to visit: This is an evening sailing only. Check in between 5:30 PM and 6:45 PM at Asiatique The Riverfront, between Warehouse 7 and 8. The cruise leaves Pier No. 1 at 7:15 PM and does not wait for late arrivals, so allow extra time for Bangkok's evening traffic.
Dress code: Smart casual. The setting is relaxed but tidy, so it is best to skip beachwear, shorts and flip-flops, particularly for men. Bring a light layer, since the open deck catches the wind on the water.
Photography tip: The open-air upper deck gives the clearest line of sight. The strongest stretch falls near the midpoint, as Wat Arun and the Grand Palace come into view under their night lighting, so keep your phone or camera ready.
Recommended visit duration: The sailing itself lasts two hours, 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM. Adding check-in beforehand (5:30 PM – 6:45 PM), set aside about three to four hours for the evening.

On the ground

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TAT-registered and reachable on WhatsApp 8 AM–8 PM Thailand time — the price we quote is the price you pay, with no surprises at the gate.

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Thai & International Buffet

Adult ฿960 Child ฿840 Infant Free

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Frequently asked questions

What food is served on board?
An unlimited Thai & International buffet — a spread of seafood, Thai and Chinese dishes, with vegetarian options available. It is served across the full two-hour sailing. Tell us any dietary requirements on WhatsApp before the date and we will forward them to the operator. If you would prefer an Indian buffet on board, see our separate Chao Phraya Princess dinner cruise.
Will this work for young children and older parents?
Yes. Nothing about the evening is strenuous, since guests are seated for dinner while the river and lit-up landmarks pass by. When the breeze on the upper deck is too much, the air-conditioned lower deck is the more comfortable spot, which older guests tend to prefer. A child rate applies (฿840 per child versus ฿960 per adult); tell us your children's ages on WhatsApp and we will confirm the exact amount for your group.
Where does the cruise board, and how long does it take from central Bangkok?
Check-in is at Asiatique The Riverfront, between Warehouse 7 and 8, and the cruise boards at Pier No. 1 there. From most central hotels the trip to Asiatique by Grab or metered taxi runs roughly 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. You can also add our private hotel pickup & drop-off taxi in the booking box, from ฿1,200 per car.
What time is check-in, and what time does the cruise sail?
Check-in is open from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM. The cruise sails from 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM. Please be checked in by 6:45 PM — the boat does not wait for late arrivals.
Can I take photos, and which deck has the better view?
Photography is allowed throughout. The open-air upper deck offers the most open sightlines for shots of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace and the Rama VIII Bridge under their night lighting. You are free to switch between the two decks at any point during the sailing.
Does the price cover transport to the pier?
No — the cruise price covers the cruise and the buffet. A private round-trip taxi between your Bangkok hotel and Asiatique The Riverfront is an optional add-on in the booking box, priced per vehicle: Car Sedan ฿1,200 (up to 4 people), SUV ฿1,300 (up to 6) or Van ฿1,400 (up to 10). The cheapest vehicle, or combination, for your group is chosen automatically, and a booking with the taxi is paid in full online. We confirm the pickup time on WhatsApp so you reach check-in before 6:45 PM. Otherwise, a short Grab or metered taxi ride to Asiatique is straightforward.
Can I book the cruise for today?
Yes, with the hotel pickup & drop-off taxi added in the booking box — same-day bookings with the taxi are open until 2:00 PM (Thailand time). Without the taxi, please book at least 1 day in advance.