Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 194 reviews
- Languages
- NO, HI, DE, RU
- Group
- Small group, up to 44
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Monkey Travel Asia Co., Ltd
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the BUN COFFEE SHOP cafeteria at Hua Lamphong Railway Station.Nearest MRT stationHualamphongOur guide will accompany you with a Monkey Travel sign to help you with registration.⏰ Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure.
Description
Experience two of Thailand’s most famous markets in one unforgettable day. After meeting your guide in Bangkok, travel to Ratchaburi to visit the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, active for more than 150 years. Enjoy a boat ride through canals surrounded by houses and greenery, watching vendors offer fruits, snacks and crafts from their boats. Tour the market on foot, sample local produce and immerse yourself in its vibrant atmosphere. Then, visit the Mae Klong Train Market, located on active tracks. Stroll among Thai fruit and specialty stands and witness the breathtaking moment the train passes within inches of the traders. During the tour, the guide will share information about local history and traditions. Return to Bangkok with unique memories. Private or group options available. The visit to the floating market and the rail market can be exchanged, adapting to the train schedules.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $30
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $27
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $45.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Bangkok
We will leave the city of Bangkok and travel by road for approximately 1.5 hours. until you reach the little town Mae Klong to see the train market.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Here we will take a typical boat boat to head to the market through the canals (klongs in Thai). We will witness how locals buy and sell from boat to boat anything you can imagine, spices, fruits and vegetables, crafts, souvenirs... You’ll have free time to roam labyrinthine alleyways, savor typical produce, poke around the surrounding area and enjoy this fantastic spot at your leisure before returning to vibrant Bangkok.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
At Damnoen Saduak Floating Market you will see a traditional floating market where local vendors offer fresh fruits, typical food and handicrafts from small boats. During the tour, you will enjoy an atmosphere full of color and movement, get to know a bit of everyday life in Thailand and take unique photos of the canals full of boats and local culture.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
We then continue our tour to the Ratchaburi province of Thailand to visit the railway market.
Mae Klong
Transfer by train to Mae Klong Railway Market.
Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
This peculiar and traditional market, unique in the world, is a true spectacle. Contemplating how the stalls selling local products are set up and dismantled at each train pass, accompanied by the hustle and bustle of its visitors, the aromas, and the great color of the place, will turn the visit into an unforgettable experience.
Bangkok
Return to vibrant Bangkok. The tour ends at the starting point.
What's included
Included
Transfer to hotel (if selected)
Motorboat ride through Damnoen Saduak and its canals
Mandatory travel insurance
Audio guide available in 41 languages
Official English-speaking guide
Air-conditioned roundtrip transportation from Bangkok
Train ride through the Maeklong Railway Market and surrounding areas
Not included
Lunch
Headphones
personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be informed of the pickup time the day before the tour. Make sure you inform your hotel supplier in good time. Please wait at the main entrance of the hotel 15 minutes before pickup. This service is group service, the delay can range between 5 and 15 minutes. The pick up service is only in English.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
194 reviews
How it compares in Bangkok
- Starting price $30 is 76% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Bangkok
Excurgo comparison of 2,876 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that there is a lot of traffic in Bangkok; for meeting point options, leave with enough time to arrive in time for departure.
- It is very important to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.
- To avoid inconvenience to other passengers, the tour will not wait for late arrivals and will begin with participants present.
- Once the tour has departed, it will not be possible to join during the journey.
- Those who miss the tour due to late arrival will not be entitled to refunds or rescheduling, according to the established start time policy.
- We do not recommend booking if you have a flight on the day of the tour.
- The Long Tail Motorboat ride is not suitable for people weighing more than 100 kg or measuring more than 185 cm. If a separate boat is required, an additional charge of 250 baht will apply.
- For multilingual options: English guide ONLY. Audio guides in 41 languages available via QR code; please bring your own headphones.
- The tour departing at 07:00 h may end at Swensen’s Banglamphu or the Grand Palace, depending on the configuration and dynamics of the group.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip take?
Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Bangkok experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $45. There are 8 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM.
How much does Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $27, adults from $30. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. You will be informed of the pickup time the day before the tour. Make sure you inform your hotel supplier in good time. Please wait at the main entrance of the hotel 15 minutes before pickup. This service is group service, the delay can range between 5 and 15 minutes. The pick up service is only in English. Pickup points include Cape House Hotel.
What languages is Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip offered in?
The experience is available in NO, HI, DE, RU, PT, CMN, FIL, HR, BN, FR, HU, ZH-TW, UK, UR, SR, SV, KO, MS, EL, EN, EN, IT, TA, ES, ES, CS, AR, VI, TH, JA, PL, DA, TR, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 44 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Bangkok: Floating and Train Market with Boat Trip worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 194 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Monkey Travel Asia Co., Ltd.
Reviews(194)
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