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Bangkok Hidden Treasures: Railway and Floating Markets
3.8
18 Ratings
Wangmai
Uncover the hidden treasures of Bangkok on a tour of the Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Explore unique markets, witness the train passing through, and visit a coconut sugar farm.
Uncover the hidden treasures of Bangkok on a tour of the Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Explore unique markets, witness the train passing through, and visit a coconut sugar farm.
Duration:
7 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- BTS Skytrain - 08:00-08:15 AM: Gather with the group at the designated meeting point or be picked up from a hotel in Bangkok city center. At 08:30 AM, depart from Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned van, heading directly to Maeklong Railway Market (Total travel time from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway included).
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- BTS Skytrain - 08:00-08:15 AM: Gather with the group at the designated meeting point or be picked up from a hotel in Bangkok city center. At 08:30 AM, depart from Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned van, heading directly to Maeklong Railway Market (Total travel time from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway included).
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Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub) - Arrive at the famous Maeklong Railway Market. Explore this unique market located along active railway tracks, as your local guide provides insights into the various products available. Experience the extraordinary scene as vendors quickly retract their stalls to allow the train to pass.
11:00 AM: Marvel at the precision and timing as the market effortlessly transforms to accommodate the passing train. - Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - 12:00 PM: Set off on a longtail boat ride through the winding canals. Discover the renowned Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a lively network of narrow waterways filled with vendors displaying their goods. As you glide along the slender canals, enjoy shopping and savor local treats like warm coconut pancakes, Pad Thai, boat noodles, and the classic mango sticky rice.
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Coconut Sugar Farm - End your adventure with a visit to a traditional coconut sugar farm, where you’ll learn about the artisanal process of making sugar from coconut flowers.
1:30 PM: Start your return journey to Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned van.
3:30 PM: The group will be dropped off at MBK Shopping Centre or at the hotel for those opting for a private drop-off.
What's Included
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Hotel pick up one way & drop off MBK or BTS
- Longtail boat ride
- Train Ride, If time permits
- Travel Insurance
- Complimentary Fresh Coconut Juice & Drinking Water
- Air-conditioned Van Transfer
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Hotel pick up one way & drop off MBK or BTS
- Longtail boat ride
- Train Ride, If time permits
- Travel Insurance
- Complimentary Fresh Coconut Juice & Drinking Water
- Air-conditioned Van Transfer
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Explore Bangkok’s Hidden Gems: Mae Klong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Join a small group of adventurers for a day of discovery as the secrets of Thailand’s distinctive markets are revealed.
• Uncover Mae Klong Railway Market, a one-of-a-kind market located along active train tracks.
• Visit the renowned Damnoen Saduak Floating Market,…
Explore Bangkok’s Hidden Gems: Mae Klong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Join a small group of adventurers for a day of discovery as the secrets of Thailand’s distinctive markets are revealed.
• Uncover Mae Klong Railway Market, a one-of-a-kind market located along active train tracks.
• Visit the renowned Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a lively maze of narrow canals filled with vendors displaying their products.
• Dive into the realm of sweet treats by touring a coconut sugar farm.
Location
ibis Bangkok Siam
Rama I Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(18 Ratings)
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Robert_c
Dec 17, 2024
Great way to experience two markets in a day! - The train market and floating market are incredible and Rosalyn is a terrific guide. She ensures that you see all the things and have a great time doing so. Our group had a great time and raved about how much fun we had.
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Vanxay_j
Dec 3, 2024
Great Trip and Fun - Great time and good tour guide. Guide John give me fresh coconut drink. And our group had fun with a boat in floating market. Recommend this tour.
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Amy_t
Nov 21, 2024
Great trip! - Tank was a great guide, we had an excellent time exploring both the train and floating markets. Was a very busy and hot, they kept us hydrated with water and in shady spots.
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Fabiana_f
Sep 19, 2024
Wonderful trip! - My brother and I thoroughly enjoyed the trip to the floating market and railway! Our guide picked us up promptly at 8am and we were swiftly transported to the railway market in a comfortable air conditioned van. In total, there were only 4 people in our trip! Our guide Luke was exceptionally informative and kind throughout the trip. We really enjoyed the free coconut icecream while in the floating market and we also loved the experience taking the train into the maeklong Market. Overall this trip was amazing value for money, especially considering all that it includes in the price.
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Sainump
Aug 16, 2024
Excellent tour - This tour was very nice. It was more fun at maeklong train market and they served a coconut juice as well. And Damnoen saduak floating market was very happy during on the boat trip. Tour guide name luck really good tour guide and good service.
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Patrick_f
Oct 8, 2024
Eh...could have been more professional. - The floating market and railway markets tour was not the experience I'd hope for. The hotel pick up was 45 minutes late after they sent me an email past 10 pm the night before to inform me that they were moving the pick up time up by 30 mins. Then they show up very late. Also, with an early morning pick up, they drove for 3.5 hours before they stopped to let us get food or coffee. The van is old and a bit on the dirty side. It also broke down on the freeway on our return. The driver did not apologize for the inconvenience not to mention the fright of it all. The driver also drove like a runaway prisoner, at times only driving a foot off the bumper of the car in front and speeding constantly. The service providers were just not very professional and made us feel a bit 'processed'. I also would not recognize the floating market at all. It was clearly designed and exists solely for tourists and you will not find anything that is legitimately cultural or brand named. It seemed more like an amusement ride than a culturally immersive experience.
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Anonymous
Sep 25, 2024
Very touristy. Very far. - We enjoyed seeing the floating market, visiting the coconut factory, and visiting the railroad market. The train was broken and never came. We enjoyed shopping in the railway market. Lots of driving. We left at 830am and got back to the hotel at 530pm. Lok was a good tour guide and gave us a history of the activities. We were disappointed the train never came.
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Elana_g
Jul 26, 2024
Fun day in the markets - The tour itself was great.
Loved the floating market and even though it rained, it did not dampen the fun.
The railway market was a lot of fun as well.
The only issue was trying to understand the guide. I've no doubt she is very knowledgeable but with a few more lessons in English, she would be better.
I must also add that the transport vehicle and driver were excellent.
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Amandafong
Nov 26, 2024
Confusing - The floating market was fun to see, but the tour guides did not speak much English and provide any direction on the trip which left a lot of confusion. Also did not get taken to the salt farms or coconut grove as listed on the tour information.
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Michael_t
Nov 7, 2024
Bad experience - Railway and floating market were interesting but the company we booked with was terrible. picked up in cramped mini van . Nothing explained on pickup. Guide was not in our car and we were never introduced to him. He took us to the railway and told us we had to meet back at bus at certain time but no explanation on how to get back. Floating market was good but everything badly organised. Also not taken to coconut farm and nothing explained why not. Money spent on not a very happy day
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