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Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya

Sunset 5-6:30 pm or dinner 8-9:45 pm Dinner cruise Bangkok, Thailand
Starting from · per person₹2,245
How longSunset 5-6:30 pm or dinner 8-9:45 pm
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Highlights

  • A loop from ICONSIAM past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Rama VIII Bridge and Asiatique (meridiancruise.co.th)
  • Sunset sailing 5 pm to 6:30 pm, or dinner sailing 8 pm to 9:45 pm (the operator's timetable)
  • International buffet and a live band on both; traditional Thai dance on the dinner cruise
  • Ticket only from ICONSIAM, or with a private transfer from your Bangkok hotel

Is it right for you?

Seniors
Good for seniors: Boarding is at a fixed pier with seating throughout the buffet, band and dance performance
Getting around
Little walking
Time of day
Evening, Night
Pickup
Hotel pickup available as an option

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From the operator's and venue's own published information. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your date.

The story

Meridian Cruise runs two sailings a day on the Chao Phraya River from ICONSIAM, and the operator sells both (meridiancruise.co.th, checked 24 Sep 2026). You register at ICONSIAM Pier 1 and board at ICONSIAM Pier 2, and the loop runs past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Rama VIII Bridge and Asiatique the Riverfront before returning to ICONSIAM. The sunset cruise sails from 5 pm to 6:30 pm on the operator's timetable, with an international buffet and a live band as the light goes. The dinner cruise sails from 8 pm to 9:45 pm, with the international buffet, the live band and a traditional Thai dance performance; the operator suggests arriving half an hour early for a welcome herbal drink in its riverside lounge. The buffet, on the operator's page, runs to seafood, Thai classics, international dishes, a live carving station and desserts.

What it feels like: the sunset sailing is the gentler of the two. The river is busy with ferries and long-tail boats, the heat goes out of the day, and Wat Arun and the palace roofs catch the last of the light on your way upstream, with the band playing and the buffet open behind you. The dinner sailing is the city after dark: the temples lit, the bridges strung with lights, the towers of the riverbank reflected in the water, and a Thai dance performance on board. Either way it is a sit-down evening, and the landmarks come to you.

Who this suits, and why: couples and honeymooners, for whom a river evening is the classic Bangkok night; the multigenerational group and seniors, because it is seated and the sights pass by without a step; the school-holiday family, since the 5 pm sunset sailing ends early enough for children. The food is the question to settle first: vegetarian or Jain dishes are not mentioned on the operator's pages, so ask your captain before you book.

What happens on board

Boarding time and point are confirmed for your date.

  1. On a private-transfer option, collection from your Bangkok hotel; the pickup time comes with your voucher. On a ticket-only option you make your own way to ICONSIAM.

  2. Register at ICONSIAM Pier 1: 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm for the sunset cruise, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm for the dinner cruise. Board at ICONSIAM Pier 2: 4:45 pm to 5 pm (sunset) or 7:45 pm to 8 pm (dinner), by the operator's page.

  3. ICONSIAM Pier 2 to Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Rama VIII Bridge and Asiatique the Riverfront and back, with the buffet open and the band playing; Thai dance on the dinner cruise.

  4. The operator's timetable has the sunset cruise back at 6:30 pm and the dinner cruise at 9:45 pm. On a private-transfer option, your vehicle takes you back to your hotel.

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Inclusions

  • The Meridian sunset cruise or dinner cruise, whichever you book, as the operator names it
  • The operator's international buffet on board
  • Live band on both sailings; traditional Thai dance on the dinner cruise
  • On the private-transfer options: private transfer from your Bangkok hotel and back

Exclusions

  • Drinks, unless the operator confirms which are included
  • Transfers on the ticket-only options
  • Tips and personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Food: the operator's pages describe an international buffet with seafood, Thai dishes and a carving station, and do not mention vegetarian, Jain or halal food. Ask your captain to confirm with the operator what a vegetarian or Jain guest can eat before you pay.
  • Timings from the operator (meridiancruise.co.th, checked 24 Sep 2026): sunset registration 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm, sailing 5 pm to 6:30 pm; dinner registration 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, sailing 8 pm to 9:45 pm. Be at ICONSIAM Pier 1 in the registration window.
  • The operator runs special sailings on festival nights, such as Loy Krathong on 24 Nov 2026, from different piers and at different times. Your captain confirms whether the operator's ticket covers a festival date before you pay.
  • Drinks are not listed in the operator; your captain confirms what is included.
  • Boarding a river boat means a pier walkway and a step on board. Tell your captain about anyone who uses a wheelchair or cannot manage steps.
  • The private-transfer options are priced per option on the operator's list without saying whether the rate is per person or for the vehicle. Your captain confirms the basis before you pay; the page shows it per person until the operator answers.
  • Child rates are not on the operator's list; your captain confirms the operator's child price and age band.
  • Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale.
  • Prices are in INR. GST + TCS on international bookings are shown in your written quote.

Policies

Payment policy

Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.

Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.

5% GST and 2% TCS apply to overseas packages and are shown in your written quote before you pay.

Confirmation policy

We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and the supplier has confirmed availability. Tickets and vouchers follow within 24 working hours of that confirmation.

Refund policy

If the supplier cannot deliver after you have paid, you get an equal or better alternative at no extra cost, or a full refund of that item within 7 working days. You choose.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

Why book with Travelers Clan

  • Boarding details confirmed. We confirm the boarding point, time and what is on board before you pay.
  • Paperwork guidance. Visa requirements and applicable taxes confirmed in your quote.
  • Clear payment terms. Deposit and cancellation conditions set out before payment.
  • Know your support. Your final plan confirms local contacts and any guide or trip-captain services.

Before you book

Questions travellers ask

How much does Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya cost?

Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya starts at ₹2,245 per person. GST and TCS are added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final price depends on your date, time slot and group size.

What is included in Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya?

Included: The Meridian sunset cruise or dinner cruise, whichever you book, as the operator names it; The operator's international buffet on board; Live band on both sailings; traditional Thai dance on the dinner cruise; On the private-transfer options: private transfer from your Bangkok hotel and back.

What is not included in Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya?

Not included: Drinks, unless the operator confirms which are included; Transfers on the ticket-only options; Tips and personal expenses.

How long is Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya, and when does it run?

Sunset 5-6:30 pm or dinner 8-9:45 pm in Bangkok, Thailand. Time slots: 5:00 pm sunset cruise departs; 8:00 pm dinner cruise departs. Ask the team for a different time slot. Pick no transfer or a private transfer.

What should I know before booking Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya?

Food: the operator's pages describe an international buffet with seafood, Thai dishes and a carving station, and do not mention vegetarian, Jain or halal food. Ask your captain to confirm with the operator what a vegetarian or Jain guest can eat before you pay. Timings from the operator (meridiancruise.co.th, checked 24 Sep 2026): sunset registration 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm, sailing 5 pm to 6:30 pm; dinner registration 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, sailing 8 pm to 9:45 pm. Be at ICONSIAM Pier 1 in the registration window. The operator runs special sailings on festival nights, such as Loy Krathong on 24 Nov 2026, from different piers and at different times. Your captain confirms whether the operator's ticket covers a festival date before you pay. Drinks are not listed in the operator; your captain confirms what is included. Boarding a river boat means a pier walkway and a step on board. Tell your captain about anyone who uses a wheelchair or cannot manage steps. The private-transfer options are priced per option on the operator's list without saying whether the rate is per person or for the vehicle. Your captain confirms the basis before you pay; the page shows it per person until the operator answers. Child rates are not on the operator's list; your captain confirms the operator's child price and age band. Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale. Prices are in INR. GST + TCS on international bookings are shown in your written quote.

What is the cancellation policy for Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya?

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

Is Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya suitable for seniors or elderly parents?

Yes, it suits seniors. Boarding is at a fixed pier with seating throughout the buffet, band and dance performance. Little walking.

How do I book Meridian Cruise from ICONSIAM, Bangkok: Sunset or Dinner on the Chao Phraya?

Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.

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