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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Nice day trip, would recommend it.🇦🇹🇦🇹🇦🇹
My tour guide was 👍 she talked a lot and the tour was worth it. Would recommend if you stay some days in Bangkok.
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One of the worst in 20 years of travel
We have enjoyed Bangkok but this was a very disappointing tour. The guide was quite irritating. She tried to be helpful but her style was not pleasant as she treated us like ignorant school children.
The floating market was nothing but a very dirty cheap tourist trap which took two hours to drive to. The large number of boats with massive engines for a narrow and small canal was environmentally upsetting and unnecessary. (Our tour boat was propelled by paddle but it was in the minority.)
The train market was more genuine and interesting but not worth the long drive.
5
Great Way to experience Thailand
We had a great time. We were able to see so much and learn a lot thanks to our guide Siri. She was very engaging and knowledgable about the places we visited. I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Bangkok !
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Interesting and unusual experience
Well worth a visit for a different type of experience. The boat ride along the market was pleasant and we had plenty of time to explore after getting out of the boat. The train through the market was fascinating.
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Better not choose 16:30 slot
we liked the guide named Siri. It was very comfortable and interesting to be with her. It was a shame that because the driver didn’t get in the first time, we waited 30 minutes for the second gateway call. More than half of the excursion took place in the dark because of this. It’s a pity that the company does not warn about such risks; we would have chosen the time earlier.