Bangkok is also known as the ‘Venice of the East’ due to its many waterways. In olden days life was lived on waterways and even now there is life teeming on Bangkok’s canals or klangs. For visitors to Bangkok wat better way to wrap up a fun filled day than a leisurely night cruise down a river? Anantara in Sanskrit means freedom, harmony and movement and in keeping with their Anantara Cruises offer a range of star class day and night cruises for those wishing to experience a Bangkok cruise tour that is relaxing, enjoyable and entertaining.
Cruising at night down the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok is an experience that one will remember and recall with pleasure always. Watch Bangkok’s brightly lit skyline glide past. See the illuminated beauty of Wat Arun or The Temple of Dawn and The Grand Palace. They and the illuminated skyline would make for great snapshots.
The gentle lapping of the river will lull and soothe you to enjoy the evening to the fullest. Most cruises will have a band on board to provide soul stirring music to relax to and may be dance under the stars if you so wish. Gourmet cuisine will entice the taste buds.
The romance and ambience of these Bangkok Dinner Cruises make them great date opportunities. What better way to woo a loved one than gliding down a river, with beauty surrounding you and mood music into the bargain? Romantic candle lit dinners are provided by some cruise operators. Many of the vessels can be booked for private functions while as many as 800 guests can be accommodated on certain vessels.
A Thai theme is followed by most cruise operators with Thai cuisine, music and cultural items but other cuisine can also be had.
Rice barges were introduced to Thailand by the Chinese when trading began between the two countries during the Thonburi era in Thailand. Today, rice barges are also used for cruises and some of these are made of expensive wood like mahogany.
Cruises are also available on the Ayutthaya River.
Get yourself some lasting memories with a memorable Bangkok dinner cruise.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+