Bangkok: Floating Market & Train Market Discovery
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!
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Itinerary
Start your adventure with a scenic drive through the countryside, heading toward a charming train station. Step aboard the local train and immerse yourself in the beauty of rural Thailand as you journey toward one of the country's most iconic destinations. 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 almost 2 hours.
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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.
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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(11)
Felt great. Very friendly environment/people. that being said, you SHOULD bargain at the train and the floating market.
A great combination from 2 markets, although a little outside but absolutely worth it if you have already seen the various temples to George;-)
this was a fun day with two lovely tour guides Tum Tum and Anna. The markets are as expected but the canals and train experience was fun.
What is great tour! The itinerary was excellent, but what really made the tour was our guide, Angelo! He was so knowledgeable, caring, and took such wonderful care of us. The train ride is very interesting, but I loved the Canal boat ride and the floating market. Amazing experience! I would highly recommend this tour, and be sure to ask for Angelo! He was the best!
We took a bus from Bangkok to the train station. And then the train took another hour to the train market. After the train market, we took the bus to the floating market. This tour is absolutely an amazing experience. Pictures will never give you a full experience.
The floating market was a great experience but very chaotic. Even though we were told we could ask our boat steerer to stop if we wanted to buy something, this would infringe on our meal time. Also, wear comfortable shoes as you will be in and out of boats as well as train tracks. The food at the floating market was good but it is like a food court, so bring cash and be mindful of the time asked to return to the main area, as being late can result in missing the train schedule for the train market later. Items are much cheaper to purchase at the train market. Our guide Ploy was informative, friendly, and funny. I had a great time, learned a lot and saw a lot of cool things.
Passport no. needed. The guide was easy to understand. Friendly and funny. A lot of knowledge. Both the floating market and the train market were a different experience. And even if it's the tourist thing. So it was amazing experiences.
It is a great journey through the train market and the floating market, all very curious, impressive and beautiful, to reach the floating market is a 40 min walk. By boat through the mangroves in the middle of the jungle, I loved this, tb the guides are very attentive and helpful, share their chuchas and everything , a very nice gesture, for all this and the price is a bargain
Relaxing, fun, interesting. James guided us through our tour and informed us of the background and present day events. He advised of safety considerations and he brought us together for an enjoyable fun day. Thank you , James
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad James made your tour relaxing, fun, and informative while keeping everyone safe. He’ll be happy to hear your appreciation!
I felt so well looked after thanks to Maria. Her customer service was outstanding—she was warm, attentive, and truly cared about the customer’s experience. She made me feel comfortable and included the whole time. You can tell she loves what she does, and it really made the tour special. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience and that Maria made such a lasting impression on your tour. Maria is indeed a valued member of our team, and we’re so pleased to know that her warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care helped make your time with us special. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. She’ll be thrilled to hear them! It means a lot to us that you would recommend our tour, and we truly hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience.
