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Railway market and Floating market tour

Per person ฿ 2,040 - ฿ 8,300

A great way to experience Thai farmers' way of life through local markets. A private tour from Bangkok to the unique “Maeklong railway market” where sellers rush to fold the roof over their stalls and pack up their goods every time a train passes through. Then, we visit the Damnoen Saduak floating market, a great place to try some local fruits, snacks, the famous “boat noodles”, and the delicious “mango with sticky rice”. Along the way we visit a coconut sugar farm as well. In the weekend we also visit the traditional Tha Kha floating market, one of the hidden gems around Bangkok. Boat tour at one floating market is included.

Tour code: BKK006A

Category: Floating Market Tours

Operated by: BKK Tours

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Mae Klong railway market

Damnoen Saduak floating market

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Tha Kha floating market

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This fun private day trip from Bangkok takes you southwest of the city to the highlights of Samut Songkhram and Ratchaburi province.  After approximately 1½ hours driving from Bangkok we arrive at the unusual Maeklong railway market, a market situated on railway track (known as "Talad Romhoop" or "market with closed umbrellas" among the locals). Watch merchants quickly fold their stall covers and move their products away from the tracks when the train is arriving.  Then, see them skillfully roll tables and baskets back into position in seconds to resume their business after the train leaves.

We then visit the popular Damnoen Saduak floating market in Ratchaburi province.  This very old floating market is where villagers came to buy and sell their farm produce. It is open daily and in present days it is mainly visited by tourists, many of the boats are used to sell souvenirs. The market came about after a manmade canal was dug in the reign of King Rama IV to facilitate transportation by boats in the area.  This canal was later named Damnoen Saduak, meaning "convenient travel". Highlight of this market is the variety of local snacks, tropical fruits, and the famous "boat noodles".

Along the way we visit a coconut sugar farm as well.

When possible we also visit Tha Kha floating market, one of the hidden gems around Bangkok. It is highly recommended to plan your tour for the weekend as then this market is open. An authentic floating market that has served the local community for 30 years.  Originally, the market was where fishermen and farmers came to exchange their goods.  After the trip to the market, we will go on a rowing boat and explore the beautiful countryside around this market.

The included boat tour is done at Tha Kha when we visit all 3 markets, when visiting 2 markets it will be done at Damnoen Saduak.

We will pass salt farms on the way to the markets and can make a stop when possible. Do note that salt harvesting is seasonal and is best seen during dry season (Feb - May).

This private tour from Bangkok is organised exclusively for you, no others will join. You will be in trusted hands with our professional driver and English speaking licensed tour guide.

This tour is offered without a full lunch, we do include several snacks, tropical fruits, and delicious noodle soup. If you like to enjoy a nice lunch, then please have a look at our Floating markets and Bangkok tour or Markets and Tham Khao Bin cave tour .

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Damnoen Saduak and Railway market open 7 days a week. Tha Kha can be visited in the weekends.

Railway Market + Damnoen Saduak (meeting time 7:00)

Railway Market + Tha Kha + Damnoen Saduak (meeting time 6:45)

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20 reviews for Railway market and Floating market tour

UK Tourist – March 13, 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the Mae Klong Railway market, Damnoen Saduak market and Tha Kha Market. This was my husband’s first time in Thailand and this tour was one of his main highlights, particularly Mae Klong and the tranquil boat ride at Damnoen Saduak. Our tour guide B was informative and friendly, walking us through all the various parts, providing delicious Thai delicacies from the market, what a treat. The Railway market was more crowded and tourist-focused than the last time I visited it which B explained was a result of the post-pandemic tourism boom. Damnoen was even better than I remembered and Tha Kha was a fun discovery though a lot more hectic. We were slightly disappointed not to visit the Coconut Farm as advertised in the package but overall still had a wonderful day.

David S – February 12, 2024

Absolutely fabulous. Ms B and Mr A were wonderful. Answered every question and made the whole trip so enjoyable. Loved all the samples Ms B purchased for us to try. Great time!

Donna D – December 27, 2023

We have been on this tour before, a few times, and they made the train market and floating market outstanding. Tour guide and drivers were outstanding. We had to cancel last minute on the morning of our booking, due to illness, however after talking to BKK Tours they agreed to moved it a day. This was our third time using this company and I can not say anything but good things. If you are thinking of doing a tour in Bangkok I would highly recommend this company! They are just wonderful and so so friendly.

Sara – September 7, 2022

Great day out. Miss Air was very kind and gentle and gave us plenty of opportunities to shop if we wanted. Loved the way she interacted with the stall holders at the markets. There were plenty of opportunities to try local food and we also had a coffee stop. The van used was very comfortable and the driver was lovely.

Londonmum35 – August 11, 2022

BKK were very professional and helpful right from the beginning. Due to our holiday dates I had wanted to visit the Damnoen Saduk floating market on a Friday, but noticed they were not offering this, only weekends. When I requested it, they explained it was because the market was not yet recovered from the pandemic closure and might be less worth it on a weekday, but they offered to hold a reservation for us and then wait and see nearer the time if it would now make a better visit. (I had contacted them a month in advance.) Ms Air, our guide, visited the market during the week just before to check, and then they advised the visit could go ahead as many more sellers were now back. I really appreciated their professionalism in this. The day itself was wonderful – an early start but worth it! After a luxury car journey, during which Ms Air told us interesting information about what we would see, we arrived first at the train market. I had specifically chosen a company that arrived by car, not train, as I wanted to watch the train arrive and leave, and had noted from reviews that Ms Air could secure a table at the cafe with a great view. In fact we were lucky enough to be at the market long enough for two trains to pass through with great views. The market was wonderful in its own right even without the train, a busy local market in which we were shown many fascinating stalls and sampled some lovely treats. And then onto the nearby floating market. We were so pleased that Ms Air felt that it seemed quite well recovered – not many tourists (which was great for us) but most sellers were back. We were gently paddled through the market in a long tail boat, enjoying the atmosphere, and felt no pressure to buy anything. We also made a stop by the coconut sweet maker, and Ms Air explained what he was doing and arranged for us to have a go too at spooning out the candy mix, which was fun. She gave us as much time as we wanted to wander through the stalls, and helped us negotiate fair prices for the things we wanted to buy. We only left once we were ready, and again on the way home she gave us great advice and suggestions for our remaining stay. Definitely one of our favourite days of the holiday!

Jeremy D – February 21, 2020

Loved the tour and Ms Raht was an excellent guide, willing to help and answer all our questions. The best way for us to end a vacation.

John – February 2, 2020

Our guide tour Air and our driver did an excellent job. They tailored our tour based on our preferences and their recommendations. We had a wonderful time with them in Bangkok. Thank you very much!!!

Kamran – January 3, 2020

Another excellent tour on our itinerary. Very well organized and thought out. Ms. Onn was an outstanding guide, did a great job picking out refreshments and foods to give us a full Thai experience. She was very knowledgeable and made sure we got a good sense of some of the background behind each of the locations we visited.

Janine W – December 27, 2019

A wonderful, fun experience! Our excellent tour guide, Nadia, made sure we got the chance to taste various fruits and front-row seats to see the train roll through the market. She even made our visit to the chaotic floating market flow easily, arranging transport and shopping and food tasting seamlessly.

SPBKK – December 17, 2019

A morning of pure fun and amazing experiences. We loved this tour, to see the train market and the water market is like nothing we have ever seen before. Mrs Onn is super friendly, intelligent, helpful and knowledgable.

Colleen M – December 8, 2019

I kept patting myself on my back for selecting this tour company. We just didn’t believe Damnoen Saduak could have deteriorated so badly, thank goodness we had the perspective of the Tha Kha floating market. Surprisingly, the Railway market and the food were the highlights of our tour. Air was extremely cheerful, polite, and patient. She was knowledgeable and solicitous. We have made many trips to Southeast Asia, (4 to Bangkok alone) and we have never tried the food due to fear of illness. Air encouraged us to try foods. She selected foods that would not upset our Western stomachs, and we were delighted with her choices. As we left one market, we asked what the line of people was for. They were waiting for the soup she had gotten us. She waited in that long line while we were sitting, eating another another of her food selections, then she brought us the bowls of soup. She made sure we had the best of everything. Air was friendly with many, many vendors and we received the benefit of their friendships. Air simply gave us a very happy, fun day. It could not have been better.

CP – November 6, 2019

Ms. Nira was extremely personable, professional, and knowledgeable. Touring with her felt like a good friend taking you around town. The tour went like clock work and we never felt rushed. The floating market experience was surreal and the authentic lunch was delicious. This BKK tour is a must when visiting Bangkok!

Keri A – October 24, 2019

This was the second time we did this tour with Air and it did not disappoint! We were picked up on time, and the journey to the markets was comfortable. Once at the markets, Air showed us around, had us try various foods and even got us a cup of tea since we hadn’t had time for one before we left! Having the delicious mango and sticky rice at the Floating Market was the highlight! Air was full of interesting information and extremely pleasant.

Marty – August 30, 2019

Air was super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Very much enjoyed the walk through markets trying local delights.

Donna L – August 26, 2019

Nadia was the best, an excellent guide. Highlight of this tour is the train coming through the Train Market.

Julie – June 27, 2019

Day 1 of our two day tour package consisted of tours on the floating market and the Railway market. Our guide, Petch, and driver, Mr A, meet us promptly at our hotel in downtown Bangkok. The van was a brilliant set up. Better than we imagined. And, Mr A is a pro at navigating the Bangkok traffic!

Petch is very knowledgeable about Thai culture and have us excellent context along the car ride on what to expect in the floating market. We made one stop at a local farm where we got to see how coconut sugar is processed. My family loved the place…My daughter especially liked climbing the coconut tree while we shopped around. We even found a few tasty gifts to bring back to the States.

Once we arrived, it was as if Petch knew ‘everyone’ at the market which made our transition to a boat flawless. Petch masterfully balanced answering our questions on the boat and letting my family enjoy the experience. She allotted enough time after the boat to show us an opportunity to explore the market on foot. She surprised us at the end with ice cream for the kids and some traditional Thai snacks and fruit for us to enjoy at the Railway market.

Back at the van, Mr A had cold towels and water waiting for us! We were very appreciative. Petch took us straight away to a spot at the Railway market where we arrived just in time for the 11am train and had enough time to spare to wait for the 11:30am train. While waiting, Petch had prearranged a perfect spot for us to view the Train where we ate the food from the Floating Market and enjoyed cold drinks. We were able to take awesome pix and video of all the activities leading up to the Train’s arrival.

Mr A picked us up right on the spot with more cold towels and water for us! That was awesome. On the way back to the hotel, we mostly fell asleep. Petch explained to us what to expect for the next day.

Petch is so friendly and easy to talk and relate to. My family and I absolutely fell in love with her. That night, my kids (6 and 9 yrs old) continued to talk about Petch, so I know they really really liked her.

Overall Day 1 was super flawless and a great experience!!

Tera W – February 21, 2019

The booking process was the easiest, most efficient, and most helpful that I’ve ever received! This tour was top-notch on all levels. It was a highlight to be on a boat at the Floating Market before the craziness of all the other tourists arrived. It was very special. Air was simply wonderful. She went to such lengths to teach us everything and to make us feel so welcomed and comfortable. She was the very best!

Monika – February 7, 2019

The pick up was on time and the transport was good. The railway was a good experience. The floating market was a bit disappointing because it was a week day, not much was happening. Our guide Ms. Air was excellent. Thank you for giving us a great day.

Amanda – February 3, 2019

Excellent service! Our guide Ms Onn was very kind and patient.

Yomama – January 27, 2019

The BEST! Toured with Air for 4 days. Saw all the sites. Everything about BKK is excellent. Had the best time on my vacation touring with Air.

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Maeklong railway market tour from Bangkok

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Maeklong railway market tour and Amphawa Floating Market Full-day tour – Bangkok tours

Please be aware that this maeklong railway market tour is only available on the weekends (fridays, saturdays, and sundays)..

Maeklong railway market tour and Amphawa Floating Market Full-day tour. Bangkok railway market tour. Thai-style canoes laden with colorful vegetables and fruits, meats and snacks, Maeklong railway market is a really attractive location for visitors to observe the old-fashioned and classic method of buying and selling fruits, vegetables, etc., out of little boats. Experience this charm of paradise and Thai lifestyle in the Maeklong Railway Market.

Maeklong railway market tour Itinerary:

• 10:30 am – Pick-up from your hotel lobby/designated area. Please be ready 10 minutes before departure time.
• 1:00 pm – Arrive at Maeklong Train Market and explore the stalls and tracks.
• 2:30 pm – See the tourist train pass through Maeklong Market.
• 3:00 pm – Visit Wat Bang Kung temple.
• 4:00 pm – Arrive at Amphawa Floating Market and browse vendor boats.
• 6:00 pm – Relax on a magical firefly boat tour.
• 7:30 pm – Depart Amphawa for return to Bangkok.
• 9:00 pm – Arrive back at your hotel.

Thank you for joining our cultural tour today!

WARNING: You must arrive at your meeting location or hotel lobby at least ten minutes before you are scheduled to be picked up. Please make sure that your accommodation is located within our free pickup areas. Before moving on to the following site, our tour guides will only wait up to ten minutes for you before moving on to the following location.

If you are on your way to the meeting place, we would like to remind you that it is normal for the mornings to have high traffic, and the amount of time it takes you to get there may vary substantially from the estimate provided by the navigation applications (such as Google Maps, Waze, and so on).

It is essential that you give yourself enough time to get to where you are going before you leave.

Maeklong railway market tour KEY DETAILS:

• DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION: Your Hotel or Meeting Point [National Stadium BTS Station Exit 2]
• Free transfer location: Start from Pratunam Center area and connect to end of Silom Rd., end of Sathon Rd., end of Asoke (Sukhumvit 21), end of Hua Lamphong (Railway station at Bangkok Center Hotel), Dindaeng (Last hotel Century park hotel), Special Khaosan Rd., all hotel pickup at Royal Rattanakosin hotel.
• DEPARTURE TIME: Program Starts From 6:30-7:00 AM.
• RETURN TIME: Approximately 3:00 PM.
• WEAR: Light t-shirt.

Maeklong railway market tour – What to Expect

This full-day cultural excursion will showcase two of Thailand’s most fascinating markets outside of Bangkok, as well as a historic temple and magical evening river tour.

Our journey begins with a prompt pick-up from your hotel at 10:30 am. Please meet in the lobby 10 minutes prior to ensure an on-time departure. We’ll make our way to Maeklong Market, arriving around 1:00 pm. As we explore this vibrant 100-year-old market, you’ll get to witness vendors scramble when the train comes barreling through at 2:30 pm – it’s an extraordinary sight!

After experiencing Maeklong, we’ll visit the captivating Wat Bang Kung temple. Hidden inside ancient tree roots, this quaint temple transports you to Thailand’s past.

In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive at Amphawa Floating Market. Browse the stalls and sample fresh seafood as you soak in the ambiance of this riverside hub.

We end the day on a peaceful firefly river cruise at 6:00 pm. Seeing thousands of shimmering insects light up the trees is simply magical.

By 7:30 pm, we’ll make our way back to Bangkok, arriving at your hotel around 9:00 pm. Thank you for joining us on this cultural journey through markets, temples, and floating vistas. It’s sure to be an unforgettable day!

• Experienced local guides, includes round trip transfer from your hotel and back.
• Entrance fees
• English-speaking tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Drinking water
• Transportation in minivan, Long-tail boat and other boats rides.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Light t-shirt, sunblock, and sunglasses, camera.

Maeklong railway market tour. A superb combination for this Risky Market and Amphawa Floating Market tour from Bangkok. The itinerary and timing above are approximate and may be modified without notice to fit local weather conditions. If above tour does not meet your requirement and you wish to customize your own tour, please feel free to contact us and tell us your preference.

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Bangkok Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour

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Our Bangkok Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour will take you to two of the most famous markets in Thailand, all in one day! It’s a day packed full of famous landmarks, traditional culture, beautiful architecture and much more!

The day will start with a private pickup directly from your hotel by one of our friendly, english speaking guides who will be your tour guide and entertainer for the day!

Relax and enjoy the VIP experience in your own private ForeverVacation car, which will take you straight to the legendary Damnoen Sudak Floating Market - a must-do Thai experience! 

After the floating market, watch the trains going by at the Maeklong Railway Market followed by a delicious lunch. You will also have time to explore some of the country’s most magnificent temples and get some great photographs! 

Stops on this tour include:

• Damnoen Suduak Floating Market
• Take a Rowboat Along The Market
• Maeklong Railway
• Wat Bang Kung
• Wat Sam Phran Dragon Temple

We’ve got everything covered from start to finish, so no need to worry about boat tickets, entrance fees, where to go or where to eat. 

If you're looking to get treated like a VIP and have a fun, action-packed day, exploring Thai culture, this is the trip for you! We can't wait to take you!

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• This trip is all-inclusive so no need to worry about spending additional money on lunch, entrance fees etc. - we’ve got you covered!
• Visit some of the most instagrammable markets and temples in Thailand and get amazing photos at each one! Don’t worry, our guides are great at getting those angles!
• Have your own private tour guide and driver for the day who will be keen to share their local knowledge with you.
• Private round-trip transportation from your hotel
• English speaking driver and tour guide
• Private car with A/C
• Lunch (Thai food)
• All entrance fees
• Mineral water
• Private boat ride at the Floating market
• Comfortable shoes
• Times and attractions usually can be customized to fit your request (just let us know)
• Times above are subject to change due to local conditions
• We can usually cater to vegan and vegetarian dietary preferences. Please let us know in advance so we can arrange suitable meal options for you.

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Because of its popularity, it's no surprise that Bangkok offers plenty of floating market tours. But which are the best? To find out, we've analyzed all of the tours in the area not just for their experiences, but also for their price, guest ratings, quality, and service.

Tours to the floating markets in Bangkok offer a unique and immersive experience, allowing visitors to witness the age-old tradition of buying and selling goods from long-tail boats on the city's intricate network of canals. The most famous floating markets, such as Damnoen Saduak and Amphawa, are located just outside the city center and are accessible via guided tours or private transportation. Visitors can navigate through a maze of colorful boats laden with fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, and handicrafts, while vendors skillfully maneuver their vessels and barter with customers. Alongside the bustling market activity, the sights, sounds, and scents of the floating markets create an unforgettable sensory experience, offering a glimpse into Thailand's rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life. Guided tours often include boat rides through the canals, opportunities to sample local delicacies, and insights into the history and customs of the floating markets, making them a popular choice for travelers looking to explore Bangkok's vibrant and dynamic street culture.

The 157 tours in our research have an average price of $129. Also, the typical experience length is 3 hours. Below are our picks for the best, so let's start planning!

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Thailand: Railway Market & Floating Market

While in Bangkok, we took a day to explore the outskirts of the city, particularly the markets. Bangkok is known for some really interesting markets. First we visited the Railway Market, where a train literally passes right through the middle of the market, and then the floating market, where everything is accessible only by water. More on both of those shortly….

For our markets tour, our guide was Nadia and I have to tell you- she gave the best tour ever. I had a tour with Nadia a few years ago and had the best time. We ended up becoming Facebook friends and staying in touch. Since then she has taken several of my friends on tours and they all have the same reaction- she’s awesome! I strongly suggest using Nadia when you visit Bangkok. She can show you around the city or take you to the markets like she did with us. (By the way, I paid full price for my tour. This review is solely based on my experience during the tour.) You can contact her via email [email protected]. Just try to not steal my dates for when I return to Thailand hopefully next year. (That’s Nadia buying us some delicious coconut pancakes from a street vendor before beginning our tour of the railway market.)

Our first stop was the Railway Market. An entire (pretty large) market operating on the train tracks. They have shades to cover the track, but when the train comes by, everyone quickly pulls back the shades and steps aside and the train passes right through the middle. If you look closely you’ll notice the produce all the way at the edge going under the train, but not getting damaged. The easiest way to explain it is to show you… here’s a link to a video of my experience Railway Market Video .

Next we headed to the floating market. Here a whole town lives on the water and they have their market on the water as well. So to visit you get on a little boat and they take you around to check out all the vendors. If there’s something you want, then your boat gets close to the vendor so you can negotiate and purchase an item.

After finishing the tour, we got off our boat and walked around the market on land. Tied up to the edge was an older lady with a full blown kitchen set up on her boat. Apparently she has been there just about forever, serving these same noodles everyday. There was a line of people waiting to order. We had to check it out! So we got in line and waited our turn to try her dish… it was delicious!

We had a great time visiting the markets with Nadia, and I definitely suggest taking a day from the city and getting out to the markets. They’re worth experiencing.

Check back next week for our next stop…. Phuket!

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