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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Would highly recommend and Surina is an excellent guide who is clearly passionate about her job 💕
Amazing experience seeing the floating market, train market and incredible temple. Surina could not have been kinder and so full of knowledge of Thailand which was extremely helpful during the trip ☺️ Surina had a fantastic energy to keep us going throughout the day and was even kind enough to give us suggestions of days out on the islands! The market itself was brilliant and a unique opportunity. Amazing experience and even better guide Surina. Thank you Surina for such a memorable experience!!
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Fun for young first timers
My 21 year old daughter loved this trip and bought lots of souvenirs. Our guide Surina was good. But the whole thing is very touristy.
5
Amazing trip – super people
Our guide and driver were amazing – so kind and well informed. The experience was everything we hoped – a little spoiled by a 2.5 hour journey back due to traffic and rain (but you cant blame the tour for that!). Great comfy transport and a super day – worth twice the money to be fair.
5
Incredible experience and amazing food
Surina is adorable, she is so kind and show us around with joy! If you go to bangkok you must visit these places and do this tour!
5
Great tour overall. Nikki our tour guide was excellent and our driver got us there in great time
We went for the 10:30am tour. I would suggest going to the earlier one. As we arrived, many markets will getting ready to shut down. But overall, it was a nice experience. Our guide Nikki was great, she gave us some history along the way during the drive and gave us opportunity to shop and look around for both the Floating and Railway market. I would recommend them. They maybe a small company but they are efficient. And the driver was great as well