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Discover three of Thailand’s most fascinating attractions on a day trip from Bangkok. Watch the train pass through Maeklong Railway Market, enjoy a traditional long-tail boat ride through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and visit Wat Bang Kung, a remarkable temple embraced by the roots of an ancient banyan tree.
Discover three of Thailand’s most fascinating attractions on a day trip from Bangkok, combining unique local markets, a traditional boat ride, and a remarkable temple surrounded by nature.
Begin your journey at Maeklong Railway Market, also known as the Umbrella Pulldown Market. This extraordinary market stretches along an active railway track, with vendors selling fresh produce, seafood, and local goods. Watch as they quickly fold back their awnings and move their products away from the tracks when a train approaches, then return everything to its place moments after it passes. This fascinating display offers a glimpse into everyday Thai life and a market tradition unlike any other.
Continue to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of Thailand’s most famous floating markets. Hop aboard a traditional long-tail boat and cruise through the lively canals, where colourful boats carry fresh fruit, local snacks, and handcrafted goods. Along the waterways, browse market stalls, discover local products, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this popular destination.
Your journey concludes at Wat Bang Kung, a unique temple in Amphawa District known for its small chapel almost completely enclosed by the roots and branches of a giant banyan tree. Step inside to see the golden Buddha image and experience the peaceful atmosphere of this historic spiritual site. Please ensure your shoulders are covered when visiting the temple.
With a combination of lively markets, a scenic canal journey, and a fascinating temple, this tour offers a memorable way to experience Thailand’s local culture and distinctive attractions beyond Bangkok.
Your route
Explore the famous Maeklong Railway Market, also known as the Umbrella Pulldown Market. Browse stalls selling fresh produce, seafood, and local goods, and watch as vendors quickly move their awnings and products aside when a train passes through the market.
Discover Thailand’s famous floating market on a traditional long-tail boat ride through its lively canals. See colourful boats carrying fresh fruit, local snacks, and handmade goods while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of this popular market.
Visit Wat Bang Kung, a remarkable temple almost completely surrounded by the roots and branches of a giant banyan tree. Step inside the tree-covered chapel to pay respect to the golden Buddha image and admire this unique historic site. Please ensure your shoulders are covered when visiting the temple.
Option 1: Silom MRT Station, Exit 2
Meet your guide on the sidewalk at Exit 2, at the corner of the Silom–Rama IV intersection, directly opposite Lumpini Park.
Option 2: In Front of Starbucks on Khao San Road
Meet your guide in front of Starbucks at the western end of Khao San Road, near Chana Songkhram Police Station. Look for the distinctive traditional-style building.
You will receive a manual confirmation by email with further instructions shortly after completing your booking. If you do not receive any email in your Inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.
We exclude lunch from the tour price to provide you with the best possible price while maintaining full transparency.
Bangkok’s traffic is often notoriously congested, so we kindly ask all guests to arrive on time. We always recommend taking the BTS (skytrain) or MRT (metro) to a station near the meeting point.
As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
We understand plans can change. You’re welcome to reschedule your tour date or time up to 24 hours before the start at no extra cost.
If something comes up within 24 hours of the tour, please email us at tours@wandersiam.com and we’ll do our best to help. Please note that a change fee will apply.
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund.
For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
While changes to the itinerary are very rare, WanderSiam reserves the right to modify the published schedule whenever, in our judgment, circumstances require it or if we consider it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of our guests.
You will receive a manual confirmation by email with further instructions shortly after completing your booking. If you do not receive any email in your Inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.
We exclude lunch from the tour price to provide you with the best possible price while maintaining full transparency.
Bangkok’s traffic is often notoriously congested, so we kindly ask all guests to arrive on time. We always recommend taking the BTS (skytrain) or MRT (metro) to a station near the meeting point.
As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
We understand plans can change. You’re welcome to reschedule your tour date or time up to 24 hours before the start at no extra cost.
If something comes up within 24 hours of the tour, please email us at tours@wandersiam.com and we’ll do our best to help. Please note that a change fee will apply.
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund.
For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
While changes to the itinerary are very rare, WanderSiam reserves the right to modify the published schedule whenever, in our judgment, circumstances require it or if we consider it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of our guests.
We had an amazing time with our guide Peach. We learned a lot, found the best photo spots, and would definitely recommend the tour.
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Excellent guide and beautiful sights. I’m glad I decided to give this tour a try and had a great day.
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Our guide was energetic, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable. It was a great way to see Bangkok’s important landmarks.
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Ken was a wealth of knowledge and welcomed every question. A friendly and memorable way to discover Bangkok.
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Ken was knowledgeable and lovely. He took the time to explain the places and made the experience enjoyable.
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I had a fabulous time with Surin. The tour felt personal, welcoming, and full of local knowledge.
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A very sunny and enjoyable day trip. The guide was helpful and kept the experience relaxed and fun.
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Ken was a great guide—patient, professional, and happy to answer questions throughout the tour.
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5
Hands down one of the best group tours I’ve ever experienced!
Hands down one of the best group tours I’ve ever experienced! The reason I decided for Wander Siam was due to all the outstanding reviews and the tour lived up to the expectations.
Mam is incredibly kind, knowledgeable & generous; and our driver was great too – confident in his driving on crazy Thai roads, which made me feel safe on the way.
The tour started with pick up at 7am (make sure you check the departure time the evening before), and despite us running late Mam welcomed us with a big smile and reassurance that it’s all good.
Our group was small, 4 of us in total, so it felt like a private tour. The two additional individuals were solo travellers and I was there with my work colleague, but it felt like all 4 of us knew each other for ever, which gave the tour an even better feeling.
As we set off to the train market Mam explained a bit about Thai history, their challenges and how Thailand became what it is today. She also answered all our questions with ease and smile on her face.
Our first stop was the train market which was something completely different – Mam guided us down the tracks, took photo of us on the train and then guided us back through the side roads to the right place for seeing the train in action. I could tell she has done this several times before as she knew exactly where to be at what time for the best view. And not only that – she also treated us to a souvenir which was totally unexpected but highly appreciated.
After the market we headed to the temple where we learnt even more about Thai culture and the history of the temple. This stop was a bit shorter, as Mam wanted to show us the Coconut sugar factory upon our request (this was not planned, so it really shows how much she wanted us to see and experience all that we can in the few hours we had together).
Our last stop was the floating market – full of people, colours and opportunities to shop, although Mam advised us to buy the souvenirs at the train market as it’s way cheaper. Here we were treated to a refreshing coconut, courtesy of Mam – yet another unexpected gesture that went a long way!
On our way back we all had a little rest – the day was quite long but super enjoyable. We were all dropped off at the same stop that we all agreed to.
This tour is rather fast paced, but packed with smiles, kindness, shopping & photo opportunities – everything one needs for a lovely day.
I will be back to see Mam next time I’m in Thailand, and I wholeheartedly recommend one of her tours to everyone.
Thank you Mam & our driver – you created life long memories for all of us.
So grateful for your guidance, knowledge energy, love, kindness and generosity. You are awesome!!
Lots of love & blessings, Tjasa
5
Great tour
Mim was AMAZING!!!! Great buy and highly recommended. Excellent tour guide in both floating and railway markets.
5
This experience was fabulous!
This was a fabulous experience! This was my husband and I’s first time in Bangkok. We booked the trip and hoped for the best! Siam, our tour guide, was so kind to wait for us when we were running about 15 minutes late. Her English was perfect. The floating markets were the highlight of our entire trip! If you’re on the fence about booking the trip, I would 10/10 recommend it! Our transportation was an air conditioned van (which was so necessary in May)! We even visited a couple of the temples and were able to see the railway market and floating markets still.
5
Do not miss this Floating Market tour!
We had an incredible day! Mim was the most wonderful guide. She was kind and very knowledgeable, and clearly cared about us having a good time. The temple we visited was a local one, and super interesting. Mim ensured that we walked around the Buddha for good luck. Then we visited the Maeklong Train Market, which was an amazing experience, and one not to miss. Mim bought us some snacks, and then took us to the beautiful Damnoen Saduak floating market. We had a lovely lunch, and then hopped into traditionally paddled long tailed boats for some shopping and sight seeing. We highly recommend WanderSiam, and Mim any time you’re in Bangkok!
5
Exactly what I wanted!
As a foreigner visiting Bangkok, Thailand for the first time and with only a few days to get the most out of my trip, this agency exceeded my expectations. I booked through Airbnb Experiences for me and my parents. These two markets are must-do’s personally! Our guide Madam Suriel was such a delight, she was so funny and so knowledgeable. She was so kind, helpful, and understanding. I would definitely recommend her!
The trip started with a driver picking us up from our hotel, we chose to tour with a group as well. In a big AC van, we made our way to the first Railway Market, it was timed perfectly and we got to witness the beautiful chaos! I was happy to find out that the train starts off slow and you actually get to take a picture in front of it. We got a little time to shop around, which was enough for me.
Next we visited a unique small temple, where we were told some interesting history. After that, it was time for the floating market, this is where we spent most of our time. Upon arrival we got 1 hour to eat lunch and browse around to shop. Then we got on the boats and had about a 1 hour. This was such a nice experience and we got to do more shopping, even got some mango sticky rice and beer from one of the boat vendors!
I was happy that this tour had enough bathroom and food breaks, if needed.
The ride back was also so relaxing, after a long exciting hot day, snoozing in the AC was much needed.
Overall a great experience! (Worth the reasonable amount!) Thank you and thank you M’am Suriel!