Historic Bangkok Canal Boat and Bike Tour
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Historic Bangkok Canal Boat and Bike Tour
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Historic Bangkok Canal Boat and Bike Tour Full-Day Group Tour
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Highlights
Embark on a biking adventure through the historic heart of Bangkok, exploring back roads, alleyways, and canal paths that often go unnoticed by tourists. This ride is designed to unveil the authentic side of the city, delving into its rich history and providing insights into the lives of its residents. For those who believe they've experienced everything Bangkok has to offer, this tour promises new discoveries and a deeper understanding of the city's cultural tapestry.
Explore the hidden charm of Bangkok's backstreets, discovering the local life away from tourist crowds.
Witness the artistry of bronze work, gaining insight into the traditional craftsmanship of this skilled trade.
Cruise along the scenic Bangkok Noi canal, absorbing the sights and sounds of this historic waterway.
Visit the iconic Giant Swing, a symbol of Bangkok's cultural heritage and a must-see landmark.
Itinerary
Start of Tour (8:30AM)
Meet at the Grasshopper Adventures office near MRT Sam Yot Station at 8:30AM.Start Cycling
After a quick bike fitting and briefing, we head out at 9:00AM.Khaosan Road
Cycling through the heart of the backpacker area, Khaosan Road, you will soon be biking off the roads. This bike tour winds through small laneways, past ancient temples and canals to see the heart and soul of Bangkok.Sightseeing
There are no particularly famous sights that you will see on this bike tour. It is all about exploring the city by bike away from the tourist crowds and big roads, to see the real Bangkok where people live, work and play.Rama 8 Bridge
Cycle along the Chao Phraya River and then pedal cross the river on the Rama 8 Bridge. From here, you'll visit ancient temples and urban street life.Bangkok Noi Canal
Bangkok Noi is the name given to a large canal of the Chao Phraya River. Bike along the canal through tiny alleyways, home to a Muslim community. After cycling over a bridge you bike the canal back the other way, this time passing Buddhist temples and one of Bangkok’s first train depots. If open, you are in luck to visit a bronze bowl foundry and the old steam engines at the Thonburi train depot. Such is the diversity of the city when you get up close.Ferry Ride
Hop on a local ferry to cross back over the river.Grand Palace
The bike tour passes by the Grand Palace where you can take a walk through a public park that was once exclusively used by the royal family.Local Sights
After cycling more twisting alleyways, pedaling through a food market, you bike past rows of Buddhas and other sacred images.Giant Swing
The area around the Giant Swing is where Buddha images are made and sold. The Giant Swing is one of the landmarks of the city and was once used for an important Hindu ceremony.End of Tour (3:30PM)
From the swing, it is only a short bike ride back to the Grasshopper Adventures.
- Additional note
- Itinerary details are for reference only and may be subject to change depending on the weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
- Meeting Point
- 719 Mahachai Road, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phranakorn, Bangkok 10200, Thailand at 8:30AM
What's included
INCLUDED
Bicycle
Expert English-speaking tour guide
Bottled water
Snacks
Drinks
Full safety equipment, eg. helmet
NOT INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic beverages
Customer reviews
Additional information
Operating Hours
Monday - Sunday, 8:30AM - 3:30PM
What To Bring
Cap or hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable shoes
Comfortable clothes
Amenities Available
Kid-sized bikes
Bike seats for small kids
Good To Know
This tour is not suitable for pregnant women.
Participants must be above 2 years old.
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A full refund will be processed if cancelled at least 24 hours before date of selection. No refund will be processed if cancelled less than 24 hours before the date of selection.
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Ticket Validity
Upon booking confirmation, this ticket is valid on the date of selection only.
Location
Address
719 Mahachai Road, Wang Burapha Phirom, Phranakorn, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
Provider
Co van Kessel (River City) - Bangkok Tours
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We cycled round areas seemingly without purpose or objective. While we saw narrow lanes, markets and temples apart from the fact we might have got lost without a guide we received very little information about the places we saw. It would have been good to know the history of the places, how they have changed over the years, what the future is for them etc. For the money we paid, yes the bikes, the lunch and the canal boat were good, we didn't get as much out of the day as we expected.