Bangkok: Floating Market & Train Market with Train/Boat ride
Overview
Available languages
8 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Touristy, but unique moment. Ride a train through a market, cruise the canals, and discover rural Thailand where tradition meets tourism with an English-speaking guide and audio guide in 28 languages.
Throughout the trip, a fully licensed, English-speaking guide will be there to share insights and answer your questions. (OUR GUIDE SPEAKS ENGLISH ONLY)
Plus, an AUDIO GUIDE IS AVAILABLE IN 28 LANGUAGES via qr-code (no extra device needed), so you can enjoy the experience in the language you’re most comfortable with.
- Ride a local train through the Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls fold away just seconds before the train passes.
- After the train ride, you’ll witness the incredible moment when the train passes right through the market, just centimeters away from where you stand!
- Then glide by longtail boat through the colorful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, full of local snacks, fresh fruit, and handmade goods.
Book now for a fun, cultural adventure just outside Bangkok!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended for all ages
Recommended for all fitness level
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
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.
What‘s Included
Train ticket
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Digital audio guide in 28 languages
Accident Insurance
Live English Speaking Guide
Boat ride
Mobile device and headphones for audio guide
Lunch
Headphones for audio guide (optional Bluetooth headphones)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour with transfer
Pickup included
MBK - SIAMSCAPE
SIAMSCAPE: Meet your tour guide in front of SIAMSCAPE, just opposite to MBK and close to Skytrain National Stadium
Starting point:
SIAMSCAPE, 215 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
MBK - Holiday Inn Siam Hotel
Mcdonald's: Meet your tour guide in front of Mcdonald's at Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam Hotel, just next to MBK and BTS National Std.
Starting point:
Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam by IHG, 889 Rama I Rd, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
Hotel Pick-up (oneway)
Pick-up begins 1 hour before: Please wait at the hotel lobby 5 mins before pick-up time. Exact time will be informed in the evening before the tour.
Pickup included
Reviews
61 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting but not Great
D586PEbrendam,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00This was an interesting destination, however, the markets all sell the same 100+ items and many try to get you to buy which gets old being so pressured when you want to look. Our guide, MJ gave us travel times that were incorrect to make her look good and she spoke to the group in a way that would be great for preschoolers, but not adults. The bus driver was great.
Great experience
Explorer03003262129,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip to the Maeklong Market and the floating market of Damnoen Saduak was amazing in a word. Our two fantastic tour guides Alexa and Ana made it a top experience. With a lot of knowledge everything was professionally arranged. But there was also a lot of humor, really delicious. I highly recommend this trip and @Alexa and Ana I say: “Thank you guys, you are worth gold” 🙏🏻
The train journey made...
Andretta,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The train journey made wonder what was the purpose of our travel on such a worn-out train. The vendors offered cheap goods, which brought to mind memories of Tiajuno, Mexico, in the 1980s. The air-conditioned restaurant that our guide suggested proved to be overpriced and comparable to a restaurant in sukhumvit. Leading us to walk a bit further along the uneven train tracks to another establishment where I unfortunately experienced the worse PadThai I have ever tasted.
Amazing
sashendranp2026,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kathy the tour guide was amazing. Did a great job explaining things and was very funny.
amazing
Departure31064851020,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00everything was amazing Maria and Ai are the best !!!
Fantastic experience
Roberta B,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience Fantastic hosts Woody and Alexa were knowleadgeable and entertaining . They made the experience unforgettable
Great tour on a hot day.
Debby M,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a wonderful experience. The train ride is great but the portion where it goes through the market is not to be believed. So much fun. And then to see the vendors pull their stalls back down was great. The floating market was great. Great to see. It was a full day with all the travel.
Super fun
jorgelinat970,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was spectacular. The gui was extremely friendly and fun, all the time took care of the group and nops told a lot of the customs. The experience of coming back on the train was great. I highly recommend it
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Tour...
Surjeet R,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Tour Experience. #Jenny the guide. I had a wonderful experience with this tour operator during my recent trip. Everything was very well organized from hotel pickup to sightseeing tour to rail market and floating village. The communication was clear and prompt, and always confirmed timings in advance which made the journey very smooth and stress-free. All drivers and guides were professional, polite, and always on time. I especially appreciated how they customized the itinerary according to my preferences and ensured I could cover all major attractions comfortably. As someone who has traveled to 22 countries, I can confidently say this was one of the most well-managed and value-for-money tour experiences I’ve had. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and friendly tour operator. I will definitely use their services again on my next visit with friends and family. Thank you for making my trip memorable! — Munish Bansal
The guide makes a big difference
Andi M,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The floating market is cool but, you need to see it by boat and make sure the boat driver agrees to go slow. Train market is a skip. We had a private tour and our guide was a very nice young man but no guidance was given. We ran through the train market at such a quick pace with back rows to avoid slow down. No idea what was being sold and no opportunity to shop.i really have no idea of what the whole thing was about. Train ride for an hour to run through in 5 mins. We were taken to the floating boats. Guide did not get in the boat but said he would meet us there. Our boat driver drove as fast as he could the whole way. Not slowing for any vendors. It would have been nice to be able to talk to the vendors or buy something from them. If the guide had been in the boat I believe it would have been better to communicate our wants. When we got to the dock he greeted us and again ran through the Market. He told us he would meet us back in 1:20 hours and we can have lunch or shop. We saw many other guides walking the market with their groups giving history and even guiding on purchasing. We returned to our apartment an hour earlier than expected. Wondering if that is why we felt rushed all day. The tour description said there was a audio guide available but never saw that.
From THB 780.00
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