Apsara Luxury Cruise: Fine Dining & Night Views on the River

Take photos with many iconic sights of Bangkok

Enjoy authentic Thai food prepared by Banyan Tree Hotel

Duration3h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesThai, English

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

The newly refurbished Apsara Dinner Cruise is an elegant dining experience on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, offering guests a luxurious Thai dinner aboard a beautifully restored traditional rice barge.. The Apsara Dinner Cruise is known for its authentic Thai cuisine, with a carefully crafted multi-course menu that highlights traditional flavors and local ingredients. With its serene ambiance and exceptional service, the cruise provides an unforgettable way to experience Bangkok’s vibrant night scenery and rich culinary heritage.

Appetizer
Mini Puff Crab Curry
Zesty Siam Bite
Minced Pork, Crispy Bean Curd Skin, Spicy Avocado Dip

Soup
Aromatic Ayutthaya River Prawn Tom Yum

Main Course
Pan-fried Snow Fish, Roasted Young Chili Sauce, Dill

Slow Cooked Beef Short Ribs (G), Secret Apsara Curry Paste,

Dessert
Lychee and Green Mango Thai Sherbet, Young Ginger, Crispy Shallot
Homemade Organic Kaffir Lime Jello
Blue Water Chestnut in Chilled Coconut Milk, Crushed Ice

*Sample Menu*

Options

Thai Set Dinner

Duration: 3 hours
Thai Set Dinner: 5 Course Thai Set Menu

Vegetarian Menu

Duration: 3 hours
Vegetarian Menu 4 Course: Corn Puff, Thai-Style Leaf Wrap with Pomelo, Soup, Red Curry with Eggplant, Grilled Zucchini with Plant-based Pork Belly
Dessert: Mango Sticky Rice
Blue Water Chestnuts in Aromatic Coconut Milk

What's included

Welcome Drink
Delicious 5 Course Thai Set Menu dinner

Beverages (Available to Purchase)

What to expect

Pass by

The Apsara Cruise departs from here.
Check In: 18.15pm - 18.30pm
Cruise: 18.45 - 21.45pm
The Grand Palace
Pass by

The Grand Palace in Bangkok is a majestic complex of buildings that served as the royal residence of the Kings of Siam (now Thailand) from 1782 until 1925. Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, it’s renowned for its intricate Thai architecture, lavish decorations, and detailed spires. The palace grounds house the sacred Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), which is one of Thailand’s most revered religious sites. The Grand Palace remains an important cultural and historical symbol and is a must-visit attraction for its breathtaking beauty and significance.
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
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The Temple of Dawn, known locally as Wat Arun, is a stunning riverside temple located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. Renowned for its tall, intricately decorated spires, Wat Arun is covered in colorful porcelain tiles and seashells that shimmer beautifully in sunlight. The temple, dedicated to Aruna, the Hindu god of dawn, is especially striking at sunrise and sunset. Its central prang, or tower, rises 70 meters high, offering breathtaking views of the river and Bangkok’s skyline. Wat Arun is one of Thailand’s most iconic landmarks, admired for both its architecture and spiritual significance.
Rama VIII Bridge
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The Rama VIII Bridge is a striking cable-stayed bridge spanning the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. Opened in 2002, it features a single, 160-meter-tall pylon that supports its cables, giving the bridge an elegant, asymmetrical design. Named after King Rama VIII, the bridge combines architectural beauty with functionality, serving as both a transportation route and a city landmark. Illuminated at night, it offers scenic views and stands as a symbol of Bangkok’s modern infrastructure and design.
Royal Barges National Museum
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The Royal Barges of Bangkok are intricately crafted, traditional boats used for ceremonial purposes along the Chao Phraya River. These gilded and ornately decorated barges, housed in the Royal Barge Museum, showcase Thai artistry and heritage with carvings of mythical creatures and symbols of Thai royalty. The Royal Barge Procession, an event dating back hundreds of years, sees these barges glide down the river in a grand spectacle to honor significant occasions. Each barge is paddled by a crew in traditional attire, making this procession a unique cultural and historical display in Thailand.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure Point: River City Pier 1

End point

Departure Point: River City Pier 1

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Any special dietary requirements must be advised well in advance of boarding
The Dinner Cruise is wheelchair accessible, however, there is a small number of steps to board the boat and to move to the dining area in which a wheelchair will have to be lifted by those traveling with the wheelchair bound person. Boat crew cannot be expected to lift person in wheelchair.
Dress Code: Casual cocktail attire (slacks, a skirt, or a dress). No shorts or open-toe shoes are allowed.
Please note that this is a food only menu. Beverages can be purchased on board and added to the master bill as per consumption.
If there is a low or high tide, the cruise may not pass certain landmarks. This is beyond our control and for the safety of the guests and no refunds will be given.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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