The White Orchid: Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise Experience
Description
Enjoy Bangkok at night on a 2 hour dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. Experience an unforgettable evening on the White Orchid Dinner Cruise, where you can savor a delectable buffet of Thai and international cuisine while cruising along the Chao Phraya River. Enjoy stunning views of Bangkok's illuminated landmarks, live entertainment, and a relaxing atmosphere on this luxurious river journey. Perfect for couples, families, and friends looking to create lasting memories. Don't miss the cabaret performance in true Bangkok style or enjoy an authentic Thai classical dance show on fleet. If you want to party and have a good time, there's a disco happening at the 360º open air deck of the cruise. The Boat depart from either Icon Siam Pier 4 or Asiatique Warehouse 9. Please select when booking. **New Cruise by White Orchid called "Luxury White Orchid" is now on sale starting 1 December 2024***
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The White Orchid Dinner Cruise offers a memorable evening on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner featuring Thai and international dishes while cruising past iconic landmarks like the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and Rama VIII Bridge. The cruise includes live entertainment with traditional Thai performances and a live band, all set against the backdrop of the city's illuminated skyline. Perfect for a romantic evening or a fun night out with friends and family, the White Orchid Dinner Cruise combines great food, stunning views, and cultural entertainment.
The Grand Palace in Bangkok is a stunning complex of buildings that served as the official residence of the Thai kings for over 150 years. Built in 1782, it remains a symbol of Thailand's rich history and cultural heritage. The palace features exquisite architecture, detailed murals, and sacred temples, including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), which houses Thailand's most revered Buddha image.
The Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) is one of Bangkok's most iconic landmarks, located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Known for its stunning riverside setting and towering central spire (prang), the temple is adorned with intricate mosaics of colorful porcelain.
The Rama VIII Bridge is a stunning cable-stayed bridge that spans the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand. Known for its elegant design, the bridge features a single pylon with golden cables fanning out, creating a striking visual landmark.
The Royal Barges in Bangkok are a stunning display of Thailand's rich cultural heritage and royal tradition. These beautifully crafted longboats, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant colors, are used during ceremonial events and royal processions along the Chao Phraya River.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Restroom facilities are available
- Cruise does not include hotel pick up. Please make your way to the Pier at Asiatique The Riverfront Warehouse 9 OR Icon Siam Pier 4.Check In: 7:00pm to 7:30pm latest for a 7:45pm departure.
- 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.
- We advise you arrive at the Pier 1 hour before departure to Asiatique as there may be traffic in the area.
- Public transportation can be accessed by BTS to Icon Siam and by BTS from Saphan Taksin BTS
- All guests are provided with pre-arranged seating on the cruise. If you have a preference for a specific deck level, please include your request when booking. We will forward your request to the cruise team, but please note that it cannot be guaranteed.
- Pier Boarding - We suggest that you arrive early as the pier can be very busy during the boarding process
- Food - Please note that food stations are on all levels on the cruise ship
Reviews(225)
One unforgettable dinner cruise with family and friends. Did the sunset cruise with my family. The blend of the view with the music and sunset moment made the experience worthwhile. The dinner cruise with my friends was a blast. Dominated the dance floor! I wish they add pork grill or pork dishes to the buffet.
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience! It sounds like you had a wonderful time celebrating with both family and friends. We are thrilled that the sunset views and the music created such a worthwhile atmosphere for your group—and we love hearing that you dominated the dance floor! We also appreciate your specific feedback regarding the menu. While our international buffet aims to cater to a wide variety of tastes, we take all guest suggestions seriously and will share your request for more pork options with our culinary team. We hope to welcome you all back for another 'blast' on the river soon! Best regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
If you are looking for a relaxing evening with great food and views, keep looking. The White Orchid Dinner Cruise was a disorganized, claustrophobic "tourist trap" that failed on almost every level. The Chaos Starts at the Pier The lack of organization is staggering. We waited in line for two hours, only to watch latecomers cut the entire queue and board ahead of us while staff did absolutely nothing. There is zero crowd control or respect for those who show up on time. Zero Comfort, Zero Privacy Once on board, don't expect a "romantic" or "private" dinner. The tables are packed so tightly together that you can’t move, let alone have a private conversation. It felt less like a cruise and more like being crammed into a cafeteria. The "Buffet" Mess The boat is so overcrowded that the buffet becomes a total free-for-all. It’s messy, loud, and stressful. To make matters worse, the food was mediocre at best. For a cruise in Bangkok, there was almost no Thai food available except for some basic Pad Thai. A Sensory Overload (In a Bad Way) The noise level is unbearable. Between the so called "singer" and the general lack of acoustics, the music is so loud you can’t even hear yourself think. The atmosphere was so hectic and noisy that it was impossible to actually enjoy the beautiful river views. The Bottom Line: Save your money and your sanity. This is a poorly managed operation that prioritizes volume over value. Avoid at all costs.
Dear Jason, Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that our cruise did not meet your personal preferences, but we would like to address several points to provide a clear picture for future guests. First, we have checked with our crew from the night of your visit, and no concerns or dissatisfaction were raised to our team at any point during the cruise. Had you informed us that you were unhappy with your table, we would have been more than happy to move you, especially since the boat was not overcrowded—we actually had 133 seats available that evening. Regarding the atmosphere, we are very transparent on our website that the White Orchid is a vibrant experience featuring a buffet, live music, cabaret shows, and dancing. It is designed for those who enjoy a lively, social environment. For guests seeking a quiet, romantic, or high-end private dining experience, there are many excellent luxury alternatives in Bangkok (such as the Manohra or Apsara cruises) that offer a completely different style of service. Lastly, we would like to clarify that a two-hour wait at the pier is never required; the boat docks at a scheduled time. Before recommending that others 'avoid' an experience, we believe it is important to research the specific type of cruise being booked and, most importantly, to speak up on the night if something isn't to your liking. Our team was there and ready to help, but we cannot fix a problem we aren't told about. We take our service seriously and always appreciate the opportunity to resolve issues in real-time. We wish you the best in your future travels. Sincerely, Paul
As other reviews have said, the food was passable and the entertainment was okay-- there's so many people per boat that it gets quite loud and the buffet line gets hectic. The only reason to book this trip is the cruise -- which was quite a nice tour of a short segment of chaos praya river including the wat pho, wat Arun, and the grand palace. If there are cheaper boats you can take down the chao praya, do that instead of paying extra for this cruise and subpar food
Dear Tiffany, Thank you for sharing your honest impressions of your evening on the river. We are glad you enjoyed the beautiful views of Wat Arun and the Grand Palace, which truly are the highlights of the Chao Phraya. The White Orchid is one of the largest boats on the river, designed for a high-energy atmosphere with live entertainment. Regarding the buffet, while we understand it can feel busy, the cruise offers an extensive selection with 80 different food stations available on board to choose from. We believe that food is very subjective to each person's taste, and with such a wide variety of dishes, we hope most guests can find something they enjoy. At IAsia Thailand, we represent a wide range of river experiences. For guests who prefer a more intimate setting and a slower-paced dining experience without the buffet lines, we also offer luxury cruises like the Apsara by Banyan Tree. We appreciate your feedback as it helps travelers choose the experience that best fits their personal style. We hope to see you on the river again soon! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
I already going for dinner ,on the rooftop on the ship .Prices is 790 THB for 2hour Buffet.include beer and some alcohol ha hah so nice
Dear Guest, Thank you for joining The White Orchid Dinner Cruise and for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the rooftop dining, buffet, and drinks while sailing along the Chao Phraya River. It’s wonderful to know you had such a nice evening, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Booked this evening dinner on the river to enjoy the sites with my wife. Having got to the venue quite early and into the queue, we watched the white orchid come in and looked forward to getting a nice table on the open top deck as looked lovely, but upon boarding we were taken by staff to a small wooden table in the middle of the middle deck, not at a window!! Pre allocated seating!! So….already disappointed, we joined the vast rabble for food as soon as the boat began to sail. We shouldn’t have bothered, the salad was warmer than the hot food!! Honestly, every item of ‘hot’ food was stone cold. So we decided on where to eat after, and just enjoyed a beer or two. Thankfully we were allowed to head out on deck to the front of the boat, and were able to take in the stunning views along the chao phraya river and some gorgeous photos. In short, don’t think you will sit in a seat of your choice, and have a nice dinner before you board. The sites up and down the river are beautiful for photos and this is the only positive….
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience on the White Orchid Dinner Cruise did not meet your expectations, especially on what should have been a special evening for you and your wife. Regarding the seating, we do note on our website that seats are pre-assigned, and guests are welcome to request upper deck seating at the time of booking. Additionally, our staff on board are always happy to assist with seating adjustments when possible — we encourage guests to speak with the crew during the cruise if they have any concerns. In terms of the buffet, we offer a wide variety of dishes across three levels of the boat — over 100 food stations in total. Due to the open-air setting and tropical climate, food temperatures can vary slightly, but our team works hard to maintain quality and presentation. If there were any issues with your meal, we truly wish you had mentioned it to our staff on the night, as our chef would have been happy to prepare something fresh for you. We do appreciate your kind words about the river views — the Chao Phraya is truly stunning at night, and we’re glad you were able to enjoy that part of the experience. Your feedback has been noted and shared with the relevant teams, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for a much-improved experience. Warm regards, Paul
The check-in process is so busy and only 1 person in the check in. The food was ok plenty off food . The staff were very polite and friendly
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the friendly service and generous food options. We apologize for the busy check-in process and appreciate your patience—we’ll pass this on to help improve the experience for future guests. Thanks, Nick
Incredible experience! Very nice view, nice show, good food, pretty nice music Nothing wrong, we were well placed on the top of the boat, table A1, it is at the top and on one side of the boat it was perfect and not too far from the dancers and singer
Cher Anais, Merci beaucoup pour votre retour enthousiaste ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l’expérience à bord de la White Orchid Dinner Cruise — entre la belle vue, l’ambiance musicale, le spectacle et votre emplacement idéal. La table A1 est en effet un excellent choix pour profiter pleinement de la soirée ! Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre croisière mémorable Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
We were in Bangkok for a week and decided to do this excursion as part of our holiday in Bangkok. The cruise was rather crowded but getting on and off was not an issue. Entertainment was good and guest interactive, which is always nice to experience. Food was mediocre at best but lots of variety. Beer was flowing and included. A definite must do.
Hi Keoni, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience aboard the White Orchid Dinner Cruise! We're so glad to hear that the entertainment and guest interaction made for an enjoyable evening, and that boarding and disembarking went smoothly despite the crowd. While we’re happy the variety of food options and free-flowing beer added to the experience, we appreciate your honest feedback regarding the food quality. We'll be sure to pass this along as we continuously look for ways to improve. Thank you again for joining us—we’re glad it was a memorable part of your Bangkok holiday, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
The boat ride is good and the buffet has good options. It has a great cost-benefit. The show is fun. The only reservation is that the ride is very short - ends very quickly
Dear Canca, Thank you for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the boat ride, the buffet options, and found the experience to be great value for money. We're also glad you had fun with the show! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Tried to get on this before but was full so we went on the Chao Phraya Princess which was excellent we enjoyed it so much booked this this one for the following day. Left to stand for ages made as it was very late. Made to sit on inside so no chance to take photos. Drinks only beer included when it clearly states on their web site hard liquor is the only one you pay extra for, not true wine and soft drinks not included so kids don’t get a drink. Food ran out in ten minutes and was terrible. Seafood was on the upper deck only and was only prawns which I decided to avoid. Everything was self service which was a nightmare as they pack out all 3 decks! Beer was warm and flat as it was self service yet again from Kilmer jars. Entertainment last just over half an hour and was awful the reason for its sudden end they then moved to another deck to repeat it! Singing apart from one lady boy was dreadful. It was cringey they had audience up to sing wasn’t aware I’d paid for karaoke! They also had people up dancing which was not child appropriate as it was lewd and prerogative. Bar closed 45 minutes before the end. You are then frog marched to pay which they also got wrong so had to do this twice meaning two card fees. The whole thing was charros with people wondering around the whole night. Despite leaving late still went back at the same time. Leaving everyone was rushed. The difference between time on on Chao Phraya Princess the day before was unbelievable on there you got Excellent fast table service Yes you paid for drinks but they were extremely cheap had 6 large pitchers and a bottle of decent wine under £50. Food did not run out Loads of choice for seafood Sat outside able to take great photos Entertainment was fabulous and went on for about 1 and half hours Had the best night on the princess can’t say this about the White Orchard it was the worst evening out I have ever had if I could have left I would have!!!! No dress code either please save your money and go on Chao Phraya to have the best night out rather than this one which will be your worst. Everyone was complying Avoid
Dear Tracy, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear that your evening on the White Orchid Dinner Cruise did not meet your expectations, especially after a positive experience elsewhere. We sincerely apologize for the delay during boarding, and we understand how frustrating it must have been to be seated inside when you were hoping for views and photo opportunities. We also regret that the food and beverage service did not meet your expectations. Your feedback regarding drink options, food availability, and the overall self-service setup has been noted BUT there are soft drinks available! We are especially sorry to hear that the entertainment and atmosphere did not feel appropriate or enjoyable for you and your family. Creating a fun, family-friendly environment is important to us, and we will certainly look into the matters you raised about the show and overall crowd management. We understand that comparisons to other cruises may influence expectations, and while we aim to offer a unique experience, we clearly fell short in several areas during your visit. We appreciate your honest feedback and will use it to help improve our service and guest experience. Thank you again, and we hope you’ll give us the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Warm regards, Paul
