Private Tour to Railway Market and Floating Market
Description
Discover two of Thailand’s most famous markets in ultimate comfort and style. This private tour includes your own car with cool A/C, a professional private guide, and a private boat ride through vibrant canals – perfect for a relaxed and unforgettable experience. Maeklong Railway Market – Witness the iconic moment when a train passes through the middle of a bustling market. A rare and thrilling sight! Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Cruise on a private boat as you explore colorful canals and floating stalls. Taste local life at its best. Special treats just for you: ✔️ Creamy coconut ice cream ✔️ Sweet and fragrant mango sticky rice Optional highlight: About 30 minutes before reaching Maeklong Market, choose to stay in your private car or hop on a train for the iconic ride right through the heart of the market. If you choose the 9:00 AM hotel pickup for the train ride, please note that the train will be more crowded compared to the earlier morning round.
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Itinerary
Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of the most unique markets in Thailand. Here, you will witness the incredible moment when the train passes directly through the market. As the train approaches the station, local vendors quickly pull back their umbrellas, fold their awnings, and move their goods away from the railway tracks to clear the path. Once the train has passed, everything is set up again within seconds, and the market returns to its lively atmosphere. At the market, you will find a wide variety of products including fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, local snacks, and many inexpensive souvenirs. It is also a great place to observe the daily life of local people as they sell fresh produce and goods in this bustling traditional market. Don’t forget to take photos of this amazing and unique experience.
After visiting the famous Maeklong Railway Market, continue the journey with a short 20-minute drive to the original floating market of Thailand, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. At the floating market, enjoy tasting a variety of delicious Thai desserts and local foods recommended by your guide. Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local vendors sell their goods from boats along the canal. Take your time to explore, shop for souvenirs, and capture memorable photos of this unique Thai cultural scene.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick up the travelers at the hotel lobby if your hotel is in the city center of Bangkok. Please tell us the name of the hotel you stay at when you book the tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(64)
Thanks to Poppy Friendly Trips for this excellent tour. Everything was very well organized and we tasted several Thai specialties.
We traveled with our young daughter, and Vee was very patient with her. She helped us find good places for photos and never made us feel rushed. Our daughter especially liked the boat ride through the floating market. Everything was arranged smoothly from the hotel pickup until the end.
The moment the train came through the market was exciting to see. Lake explained what the vendors would do before it arrived, so we knew what to expect. She was cheerful and easy to talk to during the drive. We also enjoyed the mango sticky rice she brought for us after the market visit.
Finding the right place to watch the train would have been difficult without Donut. She knew the timing and showed us where to stand safely. She was friendly, well organized, and answered all our questions. The boat ride at the floating market was also enjoyable, and we had enough time to look around.
This was a fun and easy tour with Poppy. The train market was exciting when the train passed. The floating market was nice too, with food, souvenirs, and a boat ride through the canal. Good trip for a simple morning outside Bangkok.
Traveling with my family can be hectic, but Poppy handled the logistics of the market tour perfectly. She kept us together, kept us safe, and pointed out things we definitely would have missed, like the best spot to try coconut pancakes. My kids loved watching the market stalls fold back for the train, but the highlight was definitely the private boat ride through the canals afterward. Poppy even surprised us with delicious coconut ice cream to enjoy while we were on the boat! We came home with a bag full of local spices and some cute souvenirs. Poppy very professional, kind, and just a lovely person to spend the day with.
The Railway Market was fascinating and seeing the train pass through was a bit of a thrill! Kai was a fantastic guide, very friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed the Floating Market the boat tour was so much fun and the atmosphere was great. Kai even treated me to some coconut ice cream while we were exploring. He really looked after me and made sure I had a good time. Highly recommended!
An interesting day with a train ride, a boat ride, a trip through a rural area on the fringes of Bangkok. The 2 markets were a lot of fun. Our guide was 'Henry', thai with good English. He made the outing run smoothly and was very adaptable to our preferences.
Our family had a brilliant time visiting the Railway and Floating Markets. It was so impressive to see the train pass through the middle of the market it’s something you really have to see in person to believe. Nok was a very professional and knowledgeable guide who expertly guided our family through the crowds. At the Floating Market, we enjoyed a relaxing boat tour and saw so many beautiful local products. Nok was so thoughtful and treated the whole family to some delicious mango sticky rice. She really looked after every detail for us. If you're traveling with kids, this is the perfect way to see the markets!
Our trip to the Railway and Floating Markets was amazing, but Poppy was the one who truly made it special. From the moment she picked us up, she was so bubbly and full of energy. She’s such a gem! At the Railway Market, she knew exactly where the best spots were to wait for the train so we could get some great photos without the huge crowds. What really touched us was how she took wonderful care of us throughout the day. At the Floating Market, while we were enjoying the boat ride, she surprised us with some mango sticky rice and coconut ice cream! It was such a sweet gesture and so delicious. Poppy is so thoughtful and her English is great, making it easy to learn so much about the local life. She really looked after us like we were her own friends. If you're booking this tour, definitely ask for Poppy
