Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience
Description
Touristy, but unique moment. Ride a train through a market, cruise the canals, and discover rural Thailand where tradition meets tourism with an English-speaking guide and audio guide in 28 languages. Throughout the trip, a fully licensed, English-speaking guide will be there to share insights and answer your questions. (OUR GUIDE SPEAKS ENGLISH ONLY) Plus, an AUDIO GUIDE IS AVAILABLE IN 28 LANGUAGES via qr-code (no extra device needed), so you can enjoy the experience in the language you’re most comfortable with. - Ride a local train through the Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls fold away just seconds before the train passes. - After the train ride, you’ll witness the incredible moment when the train passes right through the market, just centimeters away from where you stand! - Then glide by longtail boat through the colorful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, full of local snacks, fresh fruit, and handmade goods. Book now for a fun, cultural adventure just outside Bangkok!
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will leave Bangkok and travel to the train station, which takes approximately 1.5 hours.
We will take a scenic, non-air-conditioned local train ride through the Thai countryside, with everything passing right next to the train. The ride to the train market takes approximately 1 hour.
At the Maeklong Railway Market, witness the heart-pounding spectacle of a train weaving its way through the bustling stalls. The lively atmosphere, colorful vendors, and unique charm of the market make it a feast for the senses. Take time to explore, shop for local treasures, and capture unforgettable photos. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive to come here from Bangkok is almost 2 hours.
Continue your journey to the pier, where a traditional long-tail boat awaits. Glide along tranquil canals lined with water villages, offering a glimpse into local life. Your destination is the world-famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a vibrant hub of activity where boats laden with fresh produce, snacks, and crafts float by in a dazzling array of colors. Stroll through the market or enjoy a leisurely boat ride as you savor delicious Thai delicacies and soak in the unique ambiance of this iconic destination. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive back to Bangkok is approximately 2 hours.
We will return to Bangkok, which takes approximately 2 hours depending on traffic. The tour ends at MBK Center.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If you booked with a "Meeting Point Option" You don't need to wait for a pick-up time email. You can go directly to the meeting point at the time you selected: 6:30, 8:30, or 10:00. The bus leaves on time, so please arrive a little earlier. The location is shown in the application. Please be aware that traffic in Bangkok can be very busy, so plan to arrive at the meeting point with extra time. *Guests who arrive late and miss the tour will not receive a refund. If you booked "Hotel Pick-up Option" Hotel pick-up starts 1 hour before tour time. - 6:30am tour, pick-up can be 5:30–6:30am. - 8:30am tour, pick-up can be 7:30–8:30am. - 10:00am tour, pick-up can be 9:00–10:00am. Pick-up time for each hotel will be informed by email between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM on the day before the tour. Kindly check your email to confirm your hotel pick-up time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Recommended for all ages
- Recommended for all fitness level
Reviews(3,156)
Our tour guide Toto very friendly and helpful, he is always there whenever we need 5 stars for him
I would have liked to see the stalls pull back when the train came in, but we were in the train and it was so crowded we couldn’t get a photo. The floating market was an amazingly unique experience- loved it.
Very fun and knowledgeable tour guide Wanna! Great team (tour guide and bus driver), thoroughly enjoyed our experience with the Mae Klong market and Damnoen Floating market. Plenty of sights to see on the train ride and enjoyed the boat tour on the floating market. Definitely worth the visit!
NJ and Kim were friendly and well managed the tour so I could visit the train market and the floating market efficiently. It’s good tour if you want to go both. Also NJ speaks not only English but also Japanese well.
It was a fantastic experience.
Highly recommended tour, very nice guide and great valute for money
We had an amazing time on this tour. It was worth the money. It took around 8 hours including getting to and from bangok city. Definitely something you shouldn’t miss out on. We had the bestest tour guide, Tukta. She was very funny and engaging and she really took care of us on this journey! It made it even more enjoyable
Tukta was awesome! Loved the floating market! It was very hot!
Very well organized. Clean and new AC bus. Maria’s English was excellent and she guided us expertly throughout. Great tips for what to do and what not to do along the way, along with recommendations for best viewing spots and best places to rest, enjoy local food, get drinks and souvenirs, including tips on prices. Maria cares for the entire travel party, collected us and guided us to bathrooms, AC respite and even getting us plastic cups for our beer. Thank you, Maria!! We were 2 adults and 4 teenagers. Well traveled.
Woody - best tour guide ever :)
