Private Tour to Maeklong Railway Market and Floating Market
Overview
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Discover two of Thailand’s most famous markets in ultimate comfort and style. This private tour includes your own car with cool A/C, a professional private guide, and a private boat ride through vibrant canals – perfect for a relaxed and unforgettable experience.
Maeklong Railway Market – Witness the iconic moment when a train passes through the middle of a bustling market. A rare and thrilling sight!
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Cruise on a private boat as you explore colorful canals and floating stalls. Taste local life at its best.
Special treats just for you:
Creamy coconut ice cream
Sweet and fragrant mango sticky rice
Optional highlight: About 30 minutes before reaching Maeklong Market, choose to stay in your private car or hop on a train for the iconic ride right through the heart of the market — a must-experience moment!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of the most unique markets in Thailand. Here, you will witness the incredible moment when the train passes directly through the market. As the train approaches the station, local vendors quickly pull back their umbrellas, fold their awnings, and move their goods away from the railway tracks to clear the path. Once the train has passed, everything is set up again within seconds, and the market returns to its lively atmosphere. At the market, you will find a wide variety of products including fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, local snacks, and many inexpensive souvenirs. It is also a great place to observe the daily life of local people as they sell fresh produce and goods in this bustling traditional market. Don’t forget to take photos of this amazing and unique experience.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
After visiting the famous Maeklong Railway Market, continue the journey with a short 20-minute drive to the original floating market of Thailand, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. At the floating market, enjoy tasting a variety of delicious Thai desserts and local foods recommended by your guide. Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local vendors sell their goods from boats along the canal. Take your time to explore, shop for souvenirs, and capture memorable photos of this unique Thai cultural scene.
Options
Private Tour to Maeklong Railway Market and Floating Market
Pickup included
Train Ride
A 30-minute train ride : If you choose the 9:00 a.m. pickup, the train will be more crowded than at 6:30 a.m. pickup. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Pick up and drop-off at your hotel. (If your hotel is in the city center)
Entry/Admission - Railway Market
Thai desserts and bottled water
Entry/Admission - Damnoen Saduak
Accident Insurance
Private vehicle - Car with cool A/C, and motor boat
Professional licensed English speaking guide
Optional lunch and drinks
Gratuities for tour guide and driver
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
49 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Guides for Exploring Thailand
dulciav2022,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with our guides, Lin and Kevin, and couldn’t recommend them more. They were extremely kind, efficient, and always punctual, which made every day smooth and stress-free. They taught us so much about Thai history, culture, and local traditions, making each place we visited much more meaningful. They guided us through Ayutthaya Historical Park, the famous Maeklong Railway Market, the beautiful floating market, and Grand Palace, and every tour felt very well organized. What we appreciated most was their warmth—they were always friendly, thoughtful, and genuinely caring. As locals, they shared insights we would never have learned on our own. They always made sure we were comfortable, brought water for us, and handled all entrance tickets, which made everything incredibly convenient. As two women traveling alone, feeling safe was very important to us, and with Lin and Kevin we felt completely secure and well taken care of throughout the entire experience. We would absolutely hire them again and highly recommend them to anyone visiting Thailand. Thank you, Lin and Kevin, for making our trip so special! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nice day trip with good guide.
SVEATRAVEL,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very good day trip that is professionally arranged. Our guide KATIE and her driver were very nice and helpful. Since some of our company was almost 80 years old, it was important that everything worked well and Katie made sure that it was. Can really recommend this excursion.
Had a great time on the railway floating market. Poppy was extraordinary and the driver whose name I cannot pronounce was top-no
sbtraveler2013,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish this tour was absolutely magnificent. Our tour guide Poppy was extraordinary. From pick up, which was timely to drop off. Our driver was magnificent and we thank him. This is an experience you will not want to miss. Thanks again, Miss Poppy.😊😊😊
Great guide!
JONATHAN L,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was fantastic and very patient with our roudy group of wild kids. We had plenty of time for shopping at our stops.
Fantastic morning of trains, boats and food
Paul H,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish, this was the most excellent excursion. Our guide,Henry, used his expert local knowledge to miss queues and get us the best spots. The train through the market was amazing and then did the same from ground level to see how the marketing traders move their stalls further train to pass. James Bond boatride the floating marketing where we ate our way through. Had some of the best food in Bangkok thanks to Henrys expert local knowledge.
High advise booking this tour
Tanya M,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day with Nok nothing was too much. The floating markets were great to see and the train was incredible.
Highly recommend!!
sheekstar,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic experience with this tour company in Thailand! From start to finish, everything was seamless and thoughtfully planned. They took us to the famous Maeklong Railway Market and made sure we were positioned in the perfect spot to watch the train arrive — such an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime moment! We never would have found that vantage point on our own. After that, we explored the beautiful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where they guided us to the best shopping vendors. There was a boat immediately ready for us. It made the whole experience feel authentic and relaxed. Our guide, Tip, was truly wonderful — fun, knowledgeable, and incredibly flexible with our timing and preferences. She shared so much insight about the local culture and made the day feel personalized. She also found us an amazing local lunch spot where we had some of the best Pad Thai of our trip! Tony, our driver, was equally impressive — kind, professional, and we felt completely safe the entire time. The transportation was comfortable and smooth throughout the day. A special thank you as well to Noc, the main coordinator, who was so easy to communicate with leading up to the tour. Everything was organized clearly and efficiently, which made planning stress-free. She even helped us set up a last minute Chao Phraya Dinner cruise with transportation. We would highly recommend this company to anyone visiting Thailand. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
Fun and entertaining
ianfY5531FU,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private tour to Maeklong Railway Market and Floating Market, guided by Som, was a brilliant day out. Som looked after us very well indeed. She was very informative about what we were going to see, its history and the many products on offer at the two markets. We would recommend the tour to anyone and that Som be your guide. Thank you. Five out of five.
Canal Cruise + Coconut Ice Cream = Perfect Day!
colinss2026,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Poppy made the tour super fun. We cruised along the canal and enjoyed the vibrant Floating Market. Sitting on the boat with coconut ice cream in hand felt amazing, really added to the experience. Great explanations, very friendly guide.
Incredible Market
T8126YRlaurae,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Poppy had us ready to watch the Railway Market magic. The train approached, and all the vendors disappeared behind their folded umbrellas in what felt like a second, then just as quickly the market returned to normal. We were completely amazed and cheering. Later, the floating market canals were bustling with the boats and delicious food, making the whole day unforgettable.
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