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Sailing on the Chaophaya River

Simply enjoy the spectacular view of the Chao Phaya River.
It is a relaxing way await you to explore. Board one of public boats on the
Chao Phaya River from the Shangri-la hotel to discover several old villas,
enchant yourself when you see the lifestyle of Thai people both sides of the river,
be fascinated with the majestic Chedi of Wat Arun-the Temple of Dawn-,
which considered a landmark of Bangkok, then watch for the exquisite golden spires
of the Grand Palace in the horizon, and head for the Jim Thomson House,
a beautiful mansion with elegant pieces of art.
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    Information about boats

There are various types of boat identified in color flags. Boat service on the Chao Phraya River connects Bangkok with the northern neighbouring province of Nonthaburi, starting from the Tha Nam Non Pier and ending at Saphan Taksin Pier (Sathorn).

>>Boat (no flag) stop at all pier, has a minimum fare of 8 baht.
>>Rapid boat (orang flag) has a fare of 10 baht all routes.
>> Express boat (yellow flag) stop at only on crowded and main piers. The Express boat has a fare of 15 baht all routes.
>>The boat with blue flag, is the fastest stopping only on 3 pier, ThaNamNon Pier, Siriraj Pier and SaphanTaksin (Sathorn) Pier.It has a minimum and maximum fares from 25-35 baht. (For trial period, it just newly had this type)
Boats run daily from 06.00 A.M-06.40 P.M.
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