Private Tour from Bangkok: Railway and Floating Markets Experience
Overview
Discover the unique markets outside of Bangkok on this market adventure tour. Head to the famous Maeklong Railway Market where vendors set up their goods along an active railway line and see what happens when the train comes through. Then head to the Damnoen Saduak floating market and weave through waterways as vendors sell their various goods. Purchase souvenirs or some delicious Thai treats before heading back to Bangkok.
Inclusions
- Local English-speaking guide
- A drive by private vehicle to the railway market (2 hours from Bangkok)
- Visit Venice of the East - Damnoen Saduak floating market
- Visit local family-run village palm sugar plantation
- Small boat ride through narrow village canals
- Taste Thai Snack and Seasonal Fruits
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Entry/Admission - Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub)
- Entry/Admission - Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub), Si Champa Alley, Mae Klong 75000 Thailand
You'll start your tour with a drive-by private vehicle to the railway market, about 1.5 hours from Bangkok. Please be on time for your tour! We'll need to leave at 6:30 am sharp or you'll miss the excitement at the surreal railway market. And trust us, you need to see it to believe it! Vendors set up their goods along active railway tracks, with fresh produce, fabrics, cooking supplies and more all lined up a mere few inches from the track's edge (and in some cases, right on top of the tracks). You'll get to see what happens when the train comes through: vendors gather up their things and lower their canopies, and both vendors and shoppers step aside as the train travels right through the middle of the market. Once the train leaves, business resumes as though nothing had disrupted them! Between the train schedule, your guide will lead you around the market and introduce you to traditional Thai foods, from desserts to snacks to fresh fruits. We'll then continue on a short drive to a palm sugar plantation, where we'll visit the house of a villager who still makes palm sugar the traditional way. There are a lot of coconut palm tree plantations in Thailand, and the local wisdom of making organic palm sugar from the nectar of coconut flowers has been passed down from generation to generation.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Damnoun Saduak, Ratchaiburi, Damnoen Saduak 70130 Thailand
Onward, we'll board a small boat for a ride through narrow village canals, to reach the famous floating market of Damnoen Saduak — keep your camera ready as this place is a non-stop photo op. If anything catches your eye along your boat ride, let your guide know and you can stop to chat with vendors and purchase something to take home (or to eat right there!).
We'll then depart the boat and walk around to explore more of the market. You'll find a variety of Thai foods, such as seasonal tropical fruits from local orchards, as well as souvenirs, all available on both river banks.
Around noon, we'll head back to Bangkok and return you to the meeting point which is right next to BTS (Skytrain) station National Stadium. Your local guide will be happy to give you directions back to your accommodation or to other sites you should see.
Duration: 3 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub), Si Champa Alley, Mae Klong 75000 Thailand
You'll start your tour with a drive-by private vehicle to the railway market, about 1.5 hours from Bangkok. Please be on time for your tour! We'll need to leave at 6:30 am sharp or you'll miss the excitement at the surreal railway market. And trust us, you need to see it to believe it! Vendors set up their goods along active railway tracks, with fresh produce, fabrics, cooking supplies and more all lined up a mere few inches from the track's edge (and in some cases, right on top of the tracks). You'll get to see what happens when the train comes through: vendors gather up their things and lower their canopies, and both vendors and shoppers step aside as the train travels right through the middle of the market. Once the train leaves, business resumes as though nothing had disrupted them! Between the train schedule, your guide will lead you around the market and introduce you to traditional Thai foods, from desserts to snacks to fresh fruits. We'll then continue on a short drive to a palm sugar plantation, where we'll visit the house of a villager who still makes palm sugar the traditional way. There are a lot of coconut palm tree plantations in Thailand, and the local wisdom of making organic palm sugar from the nectar of coconut flowers has been passed down from generation to generation.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Damnoun Saduak, Ratchaiburi, Damnoen Saduak 70130 Thailand
Onward, we'll board a small boat for a ride through narrow village canals, to reach the famous floating market of Damnoen Saduak — keep your camera ready as this place is a non-stop photo op. If anything catches your eye along your boat ride, let your guide know and you can stop to chat with vendors and purchase something to take home (or to eat right there!).
We'll then depart the boat and walk around to explore more of the market. You'll find a variety of Thai foods, such as seasonal tropical fruits from local orchards, as well as souvenirs, all available on both river banks.
Around noon, we'll head back to Bangkok and return you to the meeting point which is right next to BTS (Skytrain) station National Stadium. Your local guide will be happy to give you directions back to your accommodation or to other sites you should see.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please dress casually and comfortably for walking.
- You must arrive at the meeting point ON TIME. Due to the train schedule at the Railway Market, we will not be able to wait longer than 5 minutes. We recommend aiming to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
- Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
- Near public transportation
- Please note, if any of the sites in the itinerary happen to be closed due to reasons beyond our control, an alternative site will be visited.
- Traffic conditions may delay the return journey to Bangkok
- Most travelers can participate
- Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: Instead of visiting one of the many palm sugar plantations that have been set up for tourists to see and learn about the process, we visit a local family at their village plantation where they make palm sugar daily throughout the year. The family have been here for generations and bringing our small groups provides some additional income for them.
- While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Urban Adventures tour.
- All tours follow the latest local health authority advice, including mask usage and social distancing. Urban Adventures have received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which recognises companies that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
milkaharris
September 2019
We had a great time visiting Railway and Floating Markets. Nai our guide is very knowledgeable, well organised and a super entertaining person. On the way to the market he told us many interesting stories about Thailand and was able to answer our numerous questions. Nai's friendly manner made us ...
We had a great time visiting Railway and Floating Markets. Nai our guide is very knowledgeable, well organised and a super entertaining person. On the way to the market he told us many interesting stories about Thailand and was able to answer our numerous questions. Nai's friendly manner made us feel very comfortable and relaxed. He went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed the experience at the rail market. We tried many of the exotic fruits and some of the local sweets sold there. Later on we went on a short boat trip and visited the vibrant and busy floating market. Finally Nai took as to a coconut plantation and explained how coconut sugar is made. It was a very entertaining and remarkable experience. I highly recommend it!PHintz21
September 2019
The tour was absolutely amazing, we had the best tour guide possible — Nai. He was very informative, personable and funny (and great at taking pictures). From start to finish we were entertained, we spotted monkeys on the way to the railway and we’re able to stop for photos(from car) Every stop w...
The tour was absolutely amazing, we had the best tour guide possible — Nai. He was very informative, personable and funny (and great at taking pictures). From start to finish we were entertained, we spotted monkeys on the way to the railway and we’re able to stop for photos(from car) Every stop was entertaining, we seriously had the best time ever. I highly recommend this tour and if possible request Nai!!!AHintz22
September 2019
We had the most magical day it was a small group of 4 (including Nai) and we had the best time. Nai went out of his way to show us special foods and places in the Market. He was extremely personable and knowledgeable about the markets and Thailand in general - we learned so much. We could not...
We had the most magical day it was a small group of 4 (including Nai) and we had the best time. Nai went out of his way to show us special foods and places in the Market. He was extremely personable and knowledgeable about the markets and Thailand in general - we learned so much. We could not have asked for a better tour guide it was an unforgettable day - Nai had us laughing the entire time and took really great pictures. I would recommend this tour with Nai as your guide hands down. This was one of the first tours we took while on our honeymoon and it was the best, we didn’t want the day to end. I can go on and on about how amazing our day was, I will never forget Nai and the amazing memories of the tour.AgaP14
August 2019
I absolutely loved every moment of this trip! Well worth an early start. Everything on the tour felt so surreal, we got an opportunity to visit the original floating market, as it was the weekend, and it was amazing! Our guide Mon was funny and knowledgeable and looked after us so well. He even t...
I absolutely loved every moment of this trip! Well worth an early start. Everything on the tour felt so surreal, we got an opportunity to visit the original floating market, as it was the weekend, and it was amazing! Our guide Mon was funny and knowledgeable and looked after us so well. He even taught me to write in Thai and took lots of photos for everyone in the group. Very easy going and genuinely lovely. I’d definitely recommend Urban adventures, Mon and this tour!Anya196
August 2019
Loved our day out at Maeklong and the floating market! Pam, our guide was wonderful - she provided lots of useful information and insights, was full of energy and a pleasure to spend our time with. Highly recommend this trip and Pam. I’ve done several Urban Adventures over the years because the...
Loved our day out at Maeklong and the floating market! Pam, our guide was wonderful - she provided lots of useful information and insights, was full of energy and a pleasure to spend our time with. Highly recommend this trip and Pam. I’ve done several Urban Adventures over the years because they consistently provide an authentic experience with lots of local insight.LouiseHBurton
February 2020
Mr A made the whole day a very enjoyable experience from the start to the end. He answered all our questions with humour and candour, whilst feeding us lots of delicious local delicacies.
Mr A made the whole day a very enjoyable experience from the start to the end. He answered all our questions with humour and candour, whilst feeding us lots of delicious local delicacies.