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Bangkok: Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market Boat Tour

By MONKEY TRAVEL ASIA by Ask Discovery
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿23,203 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Experience the vibrant energy of Thailand’s most famous local markets
  • Scenic train ride to the Railway Market and watch a train pass the stalls
  • Explore Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by boat, passing local life and canals
  • Watch locals trade fresh goods from boat to boat on lively waterways
  • Savour delicious local snacks and explore one-of-a-kind Thai products.

Activity location

    • Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 191 Thanon Rama IV, Khwaeng Rong Muang, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand | Meet your guide in BUN COFFEE SHOP at Hua Lamphong Train Station. Nearest MRT: Hualamphong station Our official guide speaks ENGLISH ONLY, but you can enhance your experience with our AUDIO GUIDE VIA QR available in 41 languages. Please note that guests must bring YOUR OWN earphones. You will find our guide holding a Monkey Travel sign to assist with check-in. ⏰ Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure.
    • Khwaeng Rong Muang, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Return air-conditioned transport from Bangkok
  • Inclusions
    One way hotel transfer (if selected)
  • Inclusions
    Longtail motor boat ride through Damnoen Saduak and surrounded canals
  • Inclusions
    Train ride through Maeklong Railway Market and countryside (option 07:00 AM not included)
  • Inclusions
    Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Audio guide available in 41 languages
  • Inclusions
    Mandatory insurance
  • Exclusions
    Earphones
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Experience Thailand’s Most Famous Markets a must-see for an authentic taste of local life.

    After meeting your guide in Bangkok, travel to Ratchaburi province for a visit to the bustling Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a vibrant centre of local life for over 150 years. Begin your adventure with a scenic longtail motorboat ride through winding canals, passing local homes and lush scenery while observing vendors selling fresh fruit, snacks, and crafts directly from their boats. Take in the energetic atmosphere as locals trade from boat to boat. This immersive journey brings you straight to the heart of the floating market, where you can explore on foot, sample local treats, and stroll along the narrow streets to fully experience the lively waterfront atmosphere.

    Next, visit the remarkable Railway Market in Mae Klong, set right along active train tracks. Part of the journey may be taken by train (tour at 07:00AM does not include train ride) , offering a unique view of the local landscape and daily life. Wander through bustling stalls filled with tropical fruits, seafood, and Thai specialities, and witness the incredible moment when a train passes just inches from the vendors’ stalls—a spectacle perfect for unforgettable photos and videos.

    Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide will share insights into the history and traditions of these famous markets, giving you a deeper appreciation of local life. Return to Bangkok with lasting memories, unique experiences, and the flavours and sights of two of Thailand’s most iconic markets.

    NOTE: Visit to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the Railway Market Mae Klong can be switched, adapting to train schedules.
    The 07:00 AM departure does not include Train ride through Maeklong Railway Market and countryside

    Small and private options available. Shared group tour up to 42 people.

Location

Activity location

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    • Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 191 Thanon Rama IV, Khwaeng Rong Muang, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand | Meet your guide in BUN COFFEE SHOP at Hua Lamphong Train Station. Nearest MRT: Hualamphong station Our official guide speaks ENGLISH ONLY, but you can enhance your experience with our AUDIO GUIDE VIA QR available in 41 languages. Please note that guests must bring YOUR OWN earphones. You will find our guide holding a Monkey Travel sign to assist with check-in. ⏰ Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure.
    • Khwaeng Rong Muang, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
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    • Meet in Swensen's Ice Cream Shop in 2 Thanon Tanao, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    • Khwaeng Talat Yot, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Meet in Swensen's Ice Cream Shop in 2 Thanon Tanao, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
    • Khwaeng Talat Yot, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 444 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand | Meet in front of Don Don Donki 2nd floor outside of MBK Centre. The shop is located on the second floor of MBK Centre and has a yellow exterior, making it easy to recognize. You do not need to enter the mall, please use the public stairs outside MBK Centre to access the second floor. You will see the shop directly ahead, and our guide will be waiting for you there. Our official guide speaks ENGLISH ONLY, but you can enhance your experience with our AUDIO GUIDE VIA QR available in 41 languages. Please note that guests must bring YOUR OWN earphones. You will find our guide holding a Monkey Travel sign to assist with check-in. ⏰ Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure.
    • Khwaeng Wang Mai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand