Floating Market & Train Market Discovery

Name: Floating Market & Train Market Discovery
Start: 2026-02-25T08:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-02-25T16:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Bangkok

Experience two of Thailand’s most distinctive markets on a guided day trip just outside Bangkok. Watch a train pass directly through a bustling market before exploring canals lined with boats and local vendors. This tour offers a clear look at everyday life where long-standing traditions meet modern tourism.

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This tour offers a memorable yet well-known experience that combines rail travel, waterways, and rural scenery in Thailand. Travel with a fully licensed, English-speaking guide who provides context throughout the journey and is available to answer questions. An audio guide in 28 languages, accessible via QR code on your own device, allows you to follow the experience comfortably in your preferred language.

Begin with a ride on a local train through the Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors quickly pull back their stalls as the train approaches. After disembarking, observe the remarkable moment as the train moves directly through the market, passing just centimeters away from the surrounding stalls.

Continue to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where you’ll take a longtail boat along the canals. Glide past boats selling local snacks, fresh fruit, and handmade goods, offering a clear glimpse into daily commerce along Thailand’s waterways. This tour provides a balanced look at popular attractions while highlighting everyday local life beyond the city.

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What is included in activity

Air-conditioned vehicle Accident

Insurance

Fully licensed English speaking guide

Audio guide streamed in your selected language (please bring your own mobile device and headphones)

Boat ride Train ticket

What is not included

Lunch

Mobile device for digital audio guide

Headphones for audio guide (optional Bluetooth headphones at extra cost)

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Departure: Hotel pickup

8 hrs 30 min

Group size up to 30 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

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Please note that transport and route in different days subject to change.

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.

Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)

Start your adventure with a scenic drive through the countryside, heading toward a charming train station. Step aboard the local train and immerse yourself in the beauty of rural Thailand as you journey toward one of the country's most iconic destinations. At the Maeklong Railway Market, witness the heart-pounding spectacle of a train weaving its way through the bustling stalls. The lively atmosphere, colorful vendors, and unique charm of the market make it a feast for the senses. Take time to explore, shop for local treasures, and capture unforgettable photos. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive to come here from Bangkok is almost 2 hours.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Continue your journey to the pier, where a traditional long-tail boat awaits. Glide along tranquil canals lined with water villages, offering a glimpse into local life. Your destination is the world-famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a vibrant hub of activity where boats laden with fresh produce, snacks, and crafts float by in a dazzling array of colors. Stroll through the market or enjoy a leisurely boat ride as you savor delicious Thai delicacies and soak in the unique ambiance of this iconic destination. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive back to Bangkok is almost 2 hours.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meeting point

If you booked "Hotel Pick-up Option" Hotel pick-up starts 1 hour before tour time. - 6:30am tour, pick-up can be 5:30–6:30am. - 8:30am tour, pick-up can be 7:30–8:30am. - 10:00am tour, pick-up can be 9:00–10:00am. Pick-up time for each hotel will be informed by email between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM on the day before the tour. Kindly check your email to confirm your hotel pick-up time. The tour ends at MBK Center, conveniently located near BTS National Stadium. From here, you can continue exploring the city or easily catch a ride back to your hotel. It's right in the heart of Bangkok.

Places you will see

• Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
• Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

1696 reviews

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David W.

The floating market was a great experience but very chaotic. Even though we were told we could ask our boat steerer to stop if we wanted to buy something, this would infringe on our meal time. Also, wear comfortable shoes as you will be in and out of boats as well as train tracks. The food at the floating market was good but it is like a food court, so bring cash and be mindful of the time asked to return to the main area, as being late can result in missing the train schedule for the train market later. Items are much cheaper to purchase at the train market. Our guide Ploy was informative, friendly, and funny. I had a great time, learned a lot and saw a lot of cool things.

8 days ago

Bernard D.

It is a great journey through the train market and the floating market, all very curious, impressive and beautiful, to reach the floating market is a 40 min walk. By boat through the mangroves in the middle of the jungle, I loved this, tb the guides are very attentive and helpful, share their chuchas and everything , a very nice gesture, for all this and the price is a bargain

14 days ago

Sharon L.

Passport no. needed. The guide was easy to understand. Friendly and funny. A lot of knowledge. Both the floating market and the train market were a different experience. And even if it's the tourist thing. So it was amazing experiences.

18 days ago

Donald Y.

Relaxing, fun, interesting. James guided us through our tour and informed us of the background and present day events. He advised of safety considerations and he brought us together for an enjoyable fun day. Thank you , James

about 1 month ago

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