Also called Maenam, Chao Phraya river is a prominent river of Thailand that flows through Bangkok before going into the Gulf of Thailand. The earliest civilizations of South East Asia settled by the river basin of Chao Phraya around the 7th century BC.
Pa Sak River, the Nan River, and the Sakae Krang River are the tributaries of Chao Phraya. These form an extensive pattern that resembles the branches of a tree. It forms the largest watershed in Thailand with an extensive network of basins.
The river acts as a gateway to some of the major tourist attractions of Bangkok. It is the life-giver river to many of the provinces of Thailand, including Bangkok. It forms various canals lending the name ‘Venice of the East’ to Bangkok.
November to January is the best time to plan a visit to Bangkok when the weather is cool and comfortable for sightseeing aboard a boat cruise or even on foot.
Wear loose and comfortable clothes made of cotton so that you can enjoy sightseeing without breaking a sweat. Make sure to wear your walking shoes to explore the stops around the city’s key attractions.
Most of the tour operators offer complimentary pick-up from the hotel. However, in case they don’t, you can simply take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the meeting point. The details of the meeting point will be mentioned in the voucher that you receive on your smartphone.
If you are looking to spend a romantic evening with your special one, then you can book the White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise which also includes hotel transfers. The Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise With Live Band is another tour ideal for spending quality time with your loved ones. If you are looking for flexible sightseeing, then you can book a Chao Phraya Hop-On, Hop-Off Boat Tour.