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 — a must-experience moment!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up from hotel lobby if your hotel is in city center of Bangkok. The pick up time is at 7 AM or 9 AM The first destination is Maeklong Railway Market where the travellers can explore the market along the railway track and see the train comes slowly to the station. You can enjoy tasting tropical fruits you might have never tried, such as mangosteen and rambutan.
After Maeklong Railway Market, it will take about 15 minutes to visit the original floating market in Thailand, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. If the travelers start the tour at 7 AM, they will reach the hotel about 2 PM. If the travelers start the tour at 9 AM, they will reach the hotel about 4 PM. The travellers can try many Thai desserts and food that will be recommended by the guide. Enjoy shopping and taking photos of local vendors who sell their goods on the boat along the canal.
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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(75)
This tour was exactly what we were looking for. The Railway Market was lively and unlike anywhere we've been before. Cruising through the canals gave us a chance to see local life from a different perspective. Everything went very smoothly.
The timing was excellent. We arrived just before the train came through, so we didn't miss the highlight. After that, exploring the floating market by boat was relaxing, and the local desserts were delicious.
A fantastic experience from beginning to end. Watching the train arrive was something I'll never forget. The floating market had a relaxed atmosphere, and we enjoyed sampling local snacks along the way.
One of the most memorable experiences during our trip to Thailand. Watching the train pass through the market was incredible, and the boat ride around the floating market was peaceful. I also loved the coconut ice cream and fresh mango sticky rice.
We had a wonderful day exploring both markets. The Railway Market was full of excitement, while the Floating Market was calm and charming. Ending the trip with mango sticky rice made the day even better.
Paula knew where to take good photos at the railway market and helped us get a group picture before the train came through. She was cheerful and made the journey between the two markets fun. We also enjoyed the coconut ice cream she prepared for us.
The early start was worth it once we arrived at the railway market before the larger crowds. Annie managed the schedule well and gave us enough time to look around after the train passed. The floating market was vibrant and the boat ride was a fun way to explore it.
The pick up was on time and the van was clean with good air conditioning. Kay was smiling from the beginning and spoke very good English. At the Railway Market she found a nice place for us before the train arrived. It came much closer than I expected and everyone was waving. After that we went to the Floating Market and took a private boat through the canals. Kay also gave us water and checked many times if everything was okay. Very good service and a fun morning.
Seeing the vendors move their umbrellas and goods before the train passed was the most interesting part of the day. Annie kept us informed about the timing and found a good place for us to watch. She also answered our questions about the market and local life. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!
At the Railway Market, we had time to walk along the tracks and see the fresh fish and other products sold right beside the railway. Tip was very helpful and explained the small details we would not have understood by ourselves. She knew the timing of the train, helped us find a safe place to wait and answered all our questions. I especially liked that the tour did not feel too formal. It felt like spending the morning with a friend who really knew the area. This trip showed us more than the usual tourist pictures. During the boat ride, we passed wooden houses beside the canal, small workshops, local boats and even a large monitor lizard resting near the water. Some areas were busy with souvenir stalls, while other parts felt very local and quiet. Thank you, Tip, for making this trip so enjoyable and memorable!
