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8-Hour Private Bangkok Market Tour with Maeklong and Floating Market

8 Hours Round trip from Bangkok Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Maeklong Railway Market as vendors pull back their stalls for the passing train
  • 02 Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where vendors sell from longtail boats
  • 03 Shop for local souvenirs, handicrafts, and street food at two of Thailand's best-known markets
  • 04 Choose an optional canal boat ride for a closer view of the floating market

Embark on an 8-hour private tour from Bangkok to explore Thailand's unique market culture. Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market, where you will witness the dramatic sight of a train passing through bustling market stalls. Continue to the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where local vendors sell produce, crafts, and street food from longtail boats. You can explore the market on foot or choose an optional boat ride along the canals for a closer look at daily life on the water.

Watch the dramatic scene as the train approaches and vendors quickly fold up their stalls to make way for the passing train.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Bangkok
Languages English, French, German, Thai

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Bangkok to Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak

09:00 - Pick up from your hotel in Bangkok.

  • Meet your private driver at your hotel in Bangkok.

  • Begin the journey to explore the unique market culture of Thailand.

10:30 - Reach Maeklong Railway Market.

  • Arrive at the famous Maeklong Railway Market.

  • Watch the dramatic scene as the train approaches and vendors quickly fold up their stalls to make way for the passing train.

  • Stroll through the market, browse for souvenirs and handicrafts, and enjoy local street food.

11:30 - Depart for Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

  • Drive to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, approximately 45 minutes away.

  • Admire the scenic countryside views during the drive.

12:15 - Arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

  • Explore the lively floating market, where local vendors sell fresh produce, snacks, and crafts from their longtail boats.

  • Walk along the waterway, take photos, and enjoy the vibrant market atmosphere.

13:00 - Take an optional boat ride.

  • Choose a boat ride along the canals to get an up-close view of the floating vendors and their goods.

  • Alternatively, continue exploring the land market, shop for unique souvenirs, or savor some traditional snacks.

14:00 - Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (optional).

  • You may choose to have a traditional Thai lunch at a nearby restaurant. The cost is not included.

14:45 - Head back to Bangkok.

  • Depart from the floating market and return to Bangkok in your comfortable private transport.

16:00 - Arrive back in Bangkok.

  • Reach your hotel in Bangkok, concluding the exciting day tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bangkok 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private driver
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Water bottle

What's Not Included

  • Food and additional drinks
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Umbrella
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • Self-guided tour if the guide option is not chosen.
  • Both markets are tourist hotspots, so prices may be costly.
  • Book the boat tour with us to avoid expensive boats at the floating market.
  • To cover the complete itinerary, customers need to choose a morning pickup time.
  • Boat tour is available if selected.
  • Guide service is available if selected.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bangkok, Thailand
Tour start
Bangkok, Thailand
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Bangkok.

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