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
A lot of fun
A really fun day seeing areas of Thailand you would never be able to access without a capable guide. Than was a great guide and we had a lot of fun seeing the markets and temple.
5
Nice trip
Very nice trip and the staff so friendly , thank you Than for sharing your experience with me, I went to 3 places all good 👍
4.5
Fascinating tour with great tour guide
This was a really interesting, reasonably priced day tour that made the most of three tourist attractions located close by to each other southwest of Bangkok. Recommend that you have the driver pick you up from your hotel if it is among the pick options as I learned from other tour participants that the company’s office can be difficult to find. As it takes two hours to get from downtown Bangkok to the markets, it’s a good idea to eat breakfast beforehand; the first opportunity to eat is at the floating market itself. Our tour guide was the effervescent and friendly Surina, who provided commentary in a way that was informative but unobtrusive and covered interesting facts about the history of Thailand as well as shopping tips (and cautions!). The fresh fruit and bottled water provided during the drive back to Bangkok was a nice touch. On the basis of this experience, I would definitely do another tour with WanderSiam (and Surina) the next time I’m in Bangkok.
4.5
Enjoyed every bit of it
It was an amazing trip. My husband and I really enjoyed it, despite of a bit of a long trip going to Damnoen. The van we used was a bit old but it was manageable. Love the experience of seeing the floating market and trying out food as well as the experience at the Railway Market. Suggest to bring an umbrella (good thing I did), a cap and water as it was so hot during our trip. We also did a trip on a Friday and went back to the City last afternoon, luckily we really didn’t get stuck in a very bad traffic on our way back. Best to do the trip earlier if there is.
5
Amazing experience!
This tour was very good, we enjoyed it very much!! Kitty, our guide, was very welcoming and nice, she shared with us many information about the places we visited and Thailand, and answered to all our questions!! We had time to visit all the places and take pictures. I totally recommend this tour!!!