BangkokFloating & railway marketsOne canoe, one train, two markets.
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1 400 THB/ per person
≈ €37
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Key facts
- Price
- From 1 400 THB per person; children 700 THB
- Duration
- 8 h, 8 a.m. hotel pick-up · 3:30 p.m. return MBK Center
- Departure times
- 08:00
- Meeting point or pickup
- 8h00, Hotel pick-up: Air-conditioned van to Damnoen Saduak (100 km west of Bangkok, ~1h30).
- Detailed programme
- 8h00 Hotel pick-up · 9h30 Damnoen Saduak · floating market · 11h00 Road to Maeklong · 11h30 Maeklong Railway Market · 13h00 Free lunch · 14h00 Return to Bangkok
- Included
- English-speaking guide, Air-conditioned van/bus transfer (Khao San Road, China Town, Silom, Sathorn, Surawong), Canoe trip to the Damnoen Saduak floating market, Fresh water on board, Guide to each market
- How far ahead to book
- Online until 18:00 (Thailand time) the day before departure.
- Cancellation
- Free up to 48 h before departure; 50% retained between 48 h and 24 h before; no refund under 24 h or for a no-show. Groups of 5 people or more: free up to 5 days before departure; 50% retained between 5 days and 24 h before; no refund under 24 h or for a no-show. If we cancel for weather, sea safety or force majeure: a new date or a full refund.
Visit Thailand's 2 most photogenic markets: Damnoen Saduak floating market canoe ride & Maeklong railway market. Train-side food vendors, 8 hours from Khao San or Silom.
What you'll experience
Two markets made for photos, in half a day from Bangkok
01
The floating market
Hotel pick-up at 8:00 am (Khao San, Silom or Chinatown). At Damnoen Saduak, you glide by canoe through the floating market.
02
Here comes the train
At Maeklong, the stalls sit right on a working railway line and fold away when the train comes through. An English-speaking guide is with you at each market.
03
Lunch your way
Lunch is up to you, then it's back towards Bangkok. Drop-off at MBK Center around 3:30 pm, with cold water on board.
Included / Not included
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Air-conditioned van/bus transfer (Khao San Road, China Town, Silom, Sathorn, Surawong)
- Canoe trip to the Damnoen Saduak floating market
- Fresh water on board
- Guide to each market
Not included
- Meals and tastings (100-300 THB depending on appetite)
- Souvenir purchases (optional)
- Return transfer from MBK (free, BTS Siam adjacent)
- Tip guide
Prices
| Group size | Price / person |
|---|---|
| 1 person or more | 1 400 THB |
Your day
Detailed programme
8h00
Hotel pick-up
8h00
Hotel pick-up
Air-conditioned van to Damnoen Saduak (100 km west of Bangkok, ~1h30).
9h30
Damnoen Saduak · floating market
Thailand's most famous floating market. 30-45 min trip in a traditional canoe (sampan) through the canals. Sellers in boats offer fruits (mangoes, durian, rambutan), flowers, souvenirs, cold beer, hot bowl noodles, you can buy from your boat.
11h00
Road to Maeklong
30 min between the two markets.
11h30
Maeklong Railway Market
Market built on an active railway line. 8 trains per day pass at 5 km/h through the market. The sellers fold up the stalls and parasols in 30 seconds as the train passes, then re-install them. Unique show in the world.
13h00
Free lunch
Several restaurants and street food stands in the market. Try the grilled shrimp and local nam prik (chili paste).
14h00
Return to Bangkok
Return route, arrival at MBK Center ~3:30 p.m.
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Floating & railway markets
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All the details
Visit Thailand's 2 most photogenic markets: Damnoen Saduak floating market canoe ride & Maeklong railway market. Train-side food vendors, 8 hours from Khao San or Silom.
Two unique shows in the world
- Floating market: boats loaded with fruit that slide between the klongs, THE photo of Thailand from the 60s and 70s, still relevant today.
- Railway market: stalls 40 cm from the rails, parasols that fold in 30 seconds when the train passes. Unique in the world. To experience at least once.
Our advice
- Camera ready at each stop, the train does not pass twice.
- Closed shoes at Maeklong (rails, stalls on the ground, tight crowds).
- Cash to buy fresh fruit in Damnoen, Thai mango on a canoe is the number one souvenir.
Fuller day option
If you want Ayutthaya + Markets in the same day, we offer a long version (2,900 THB, 5:30 a.m.-5 p.m.). Denser, 1 day instead of 2.
Tip: The markets are best in the morning (9am-11am). If your schedule allows, arrive early for more active sellers.
Before you go
Good to know
Beat the crowds
Iconic spots like Maya Bay are far calmer early in the day. Our morning departures get you there before the midday ferry rush.
National park fees
Some sites sit inside a national park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the “Not included” list above so there are no surprises.
Sun & reef care
The tropical sun is strong, bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water. Reef-safe sunscreen is required in Thai marine parks.
What to pack
Comfortable shoes, light breathable clothing, water and a small backpack for the day.
From
1 400 THB/ per person