Private Floating & Railway Market Tour
FromTHB 4,600
6 hours
Bangkok, Thailand
About this activity
Discover Bangkok's vibrant markets on a private tour, featuring Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market, with local insights and authentic Thai experiences.
Highlights
- Explore Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Experience Maeklong Railway Market
- Private guided tour with local insights
- Authentic Thai street food tasting
- Scenic boat ride through market canals
Full description
Dive into the heart of Bangkok's bustling markets on this exclusive private tour. Begin your day with a scenic drive to the iconic Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where you'll navigate through a network of canals aboard a traditional long-tail boat, passing by vendors selling fresh produce, local crafts, and delicious street food. Next, visit the Maeklong Railway Market, a unique market set along an active railway track. Witness the fascinating spectacle of vendors swiftly retracting their stalls as trains pass by, only to set them up again moments later. Throughout the day, enjoy personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide, who will share insights into Thai culture and history, ensuring a memorable and immersive experience. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and authentic Thai flavors, all in the comfort of a private setting.
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation to markets
- Guided tours of Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Markets
- Local snacks and beverages
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
Itinerary
1
Our first stop of the day will be the famous floating market Damnoen Saduak. You will board a long-tail boat for a ride through the canals. The Damnoen Saduak canal was ordered to be built in 1866 by King Rama IV to facilitate waterborne travels between Ratchaburi and Samut Sakhon provinces. It was finished and opened to the public in 1868. Photos of this vibrant market featuring many small boats laden with colorful fruits and vegetables, are among the most often published in travel magazines and brochures of Thailand. Although the market evolved more into a tourist attraction nowadays, it’s still worth the visit for its unique atmosphere and the experience it offers. Total time to spend here is including traveling time from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak (approx. 1,5 hrs - depending on traffic situation).
Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Our next stop will be the amazing Mae Klong Railway Market, locally known as Talat Rom Hoop ('Market Umbrella Close'). Imagine a train going straight through a public market! The Mae Klong Railway Market has been around since 1905. Fishing was (and still is) one of the main livelihoods of the people who lived here, and the market was another way in which to sell their goods. Officials decided to build a railway in order to better deliver these goods to other provinces. The market remained, however, despite the new tracks that cut through it. We’ll stroll over the market and hopefully see the train arrive or depart before going back to Bangkok. Total time to spend here is including traveling time between Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market and from Maeklong Railway Market back to Bangkok (approx. 1,5 hrs - depending on traffic situation).
Duration: 3h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Wat Bang Kung is famous for its small chapel that is completely enclosed within the roots of a banyan tree called Bot Prok Po. It is almost like the tree itself is the pillars of the temple and that without the roots the chapel would fall down. You can also go inside to pay respect to the Buddha image. The temple grounds once doubled as a naval fort, the site of a fierce 18th century battle between Siam and invaders from Burma. Today, the temple grounds is also a memorial to warrior heroism.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is designed for private groups; please book accordingly.
- Confirm the pickup time and location with the tour operator in advance.
- Be prepared for early morning departure to maximize market experiences.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and boat rides.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a camera to capture the vibrant scenes and unique moments.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- We visit an ancient temple during the tour. Remember that temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and knees need to be covered.
- Damnoen Saduak is very touristy nowadays, but it still guarantees the floating market experience, even though it doesn't always feel totally authentic.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
- Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
Additional information
We visit an ancient temple during the tour. Remember that temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and knees need to be covered.
Damnoen Saduak is very touristy nowadays, but it still guarantees the floating market experience, even though it doesn't always feel totally authentic.