Departures available daily at 7:00 AM or 10:15 AM
Step into the excitement of the Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls are whisked away just moments before the train speeds through. Then hop on a traditional long-tail boat at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, weaving along bustling canals and catching glimpses of riverside life. The journey also takes you to Wat Bang Kung, a remarkable temple known for its ancient tree-covered chapel.
Experience some of Thailand’s most unique and colorful markets on this tour, beginning with the Maeklong Railway Market. Known locally as the ‘umbrella pulldown market,’ this extraordinary market stretches along an active railway line. Established in the early 1900s, it has grown up around the tracks, selling fresh produce, seafood, and local goods. Several times a day, the distant sound of a train sends vendors into action, folding back awnings and pulling their wares away from the rails, only to set them back in place moments after the train passes. Witnessing this precise, practiced scramble is a fascinating glimpse into local life and a truly unforgettable sight.
Next, we travel to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Dug in the 19th century during the reign of King Rama IV to improve trade and transport, the network of narrow canals is now filled with boats carrying fresh fruits, local snacks, and handcrafted goods. The riverbanks bustle with colorful stalls, creating a lively atmosphere where you can enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of a traditional floating market. While it has become a popular tourist attraction, it remains one of the best places to experience this unique way of trading.
Finally, we visit Wat Bang Kung, one of Amphawa District’s most iconic temples. This remarkable site is almost completely enveloped by the roots and branches of a giant banyan tree, which have grown over the centuries to lock the building in a natural embrace. Inside, you’ll find a golden Buddha, a serene reminder of the temple’s spiritual significance and enduring charm.
(Visitors must be properly dressed when visiting temple. Shoulders need to be covered.)
Pick up/Meeting point:
We provide hotel pick-up only from accommodations located on/near Khao San Road and on Siam Square.
If you are not an actual guest at one of the hotels in our pick-up area, the designated meeting point will be our office on Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. Our office in Chinatown is just a short 5-minute walk from Wat Mangkon MRT (metro) station.
For the exact location of our WanderSiam office on Google Maps, please click HERE.
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5
Amazing experience in Bangkok sorroundings
Great service and amazing experience.
Nikki and Tong were very kind and funny.
Private transport to the railway market and floating market!
Suggested 🙂
5
Excellent visit to railway and floating markets
My family and I really enjoyed the visit to the railway and floating market. Our guide was very knowledgeable and she gave us a lot of information and good recommendations about the visit. In the markets she even bought excellent food for us.
The visit was supposedly to be in small groups but we were alone which was even better. I would recommend it 100%!
4
Tour was nice, but…..!!!!!!!!
The Tour itself was nice and our Guide Adam and our Driver were friendly, polite and gave us a good time. He even bought us some fruits to eat at the marekt. Thank You for that!
Once you come to Bangkok the Train and floating marekts are some spots worth visiting. It was only us two on the trip so we had plenty of time to go around and buy some food or some Souvenirs.
To summerise i would say it was a lovely day with beautiful spots, nice staff, a clean and air contitioned van and some good memories!
BUT…….!!!!!!!
Between the train market and the floating market we had a stop on a coconut farm, which was not even mentioned in the tour description. We were shocked about the circumstances the few animals there were held. It is sad to see wild animals put into small dirty cages. Monkeys, birds and reptiles were held in tiny cages where they could not even move properly. Beacuse of that I have to give only 3 points in the ranking. Im am sorry but as a animal loving person it really broke my heart seeing this poor little creatures held like this!
5
Unforgettable must-do experience in Bangkok
This tour was excellent! Our guide, Nikki (not sure how that is spelled), was knowledgable and spoke great English. I appreciated the options to purchase goods and food to support local businesses without being pressured into purchases. Both the floating market and the train market were must-see items on my Bangkok list, and going with Wander Siam made it easy and convenient to do both as a solo traveler without worrying about getting scammed by a taxi driver. And the van had fabulous icy aircon. Thanks, crew!
5
Perfect Day at local markets
A day full of exciting scenes, local flavors, and small shopping.
Early start at 7:15 but also ends at around 3 pm, leaving enough time to rest for the evening
Very enthusiastic guide, Surina, who took care of us all along the way.
Comfortable Toyota van with A/C