Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market
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Is Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market worth booking?
Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market is a 8-hour experience in Bangkok, Thailand, from $9000 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (5)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $9000 per person
See another side of Bangkok when you embark on a self-guided market tour with a private driver. Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market and a floating market, and see how locals live and shop in Thailand. After pickup
What you get
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Guide
- Insurance
- Parking fees
About this experience
See another side of Bangkok when you embark on a self-guided market tour with a private driver. Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market and a floating market, and see how locals live and shop in Thailand. After pickup from your hotel in Bangkok, head to a local floating market. See vendors selling food, crafts, and other goods along the edges of the waterway, as well as directly from their longtail boats. Explore the land markets, or choose to take an optional boat ride on the canals with the vendors. Returning to your vehicle, your driver will take you to the famous Maeklong Railway Market where stalls line the side of the train track. See the shop owners quickly pack down and set back up as trains pass through the middle of the market. Stroll through the market and pickup souvenirs, handicraft items, and try the local street food on offer before heading back to Bangkok in the comfort of your private transport.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Guide
- Insurance
- Parking fees
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Boat tour of floating market (unless upgrade option selected)
What you'll see and do
Bangkok
Pick up from the hotel. Drive from Bangkok hotel to Samut Sakhon Province towards the first attraction which is Maeklong Train Market
120 minutes here
The Grand Palace
Since the founding of Bangkok as the nations Capital by King Rama I, The Grand Palace comes under Royal property and is still used for few Royal Ceremonies.
Pass by without stopping
The National Museum Bangkok
National museum reveals the History of Thailand And how people lived during the different periods. It gives you a view through the windows of the past
Pass by without stopping
Wat Arun
Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire).
Pass by without stopping
Khao San
Khaosan road is near Bang Lam Phu and Ratchadamnern Klang road. It has cheap accommodations, making the road popular among foreign tourists.
Pass by without stopping
Wat Samphran
Buddhist temple with a dragon wrapped around its pink 17-story tower, offering views from the top.
Pass by without stopping
Temple dedicated to Rahu, god of darkness, where worshippers bring black-colored offerings.
Pass by without stopping
The Human Body Museum
Thai Human Imagery museum displays life-like wax/fibreglass sculptures with exquisite details.
Pass by without stopping
This Train market is a very famous tourist destination where local and foreign travelers visit quite often. Here you can find, how markets are setup very close to the train station and you can see and feel the raw feeling of standing and taking amazing pictures next to the trains. The train market has a lot of shopping and eating choice availables near by. The arrival of the train and departure can be seen at 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM
120 minutes here
Damnoen Saduak
Drive to Damnoen Saduak Market
30 minutes here
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak market is a floating market which is one of the famous location to visit during thailand travel. Here, you can see how the local thai people used to perform trade and commerce in older times. Additionally, a boat tour can be taken here to enjoy the market. The markets are near the canal and here you can have a boat tour crossing multiple vendors who are selling food, fruits, water and other enjoyable eatery.
120 minutes here
Bangkok
Drop at the hotel. Drive from Samut Sakhon Province back to Bangkok
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private Tour with 3rd language
Motorboat 90 minutes Duration: 8 hours Pickup included
Private Tour With Motorboat
With Boat Tour: Prebook your Motor boat in advance of Damnoen Saduak Market. The Motorboat will allow you to see the market. Duration: 1 hour English Guide Pickup included
Join in French Tour
French Guided: The tour is provided with a French guide and a non private tour. Van Pickup included
Private Tour With Rowboat
Rowboat Tour: Travel the market on a Rowboat Duration: 1 hour: A 60 minute drive of the market on a Row boat English Guide Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel Thailand With US
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
West Bangkok Tour
Had the best tour guide Belle and driver Noon! On time and kept us focused on the tour. Extremely courteous and attentive!
via Tripadvisor
Super tour
Unique experience of the railway walk with the train passing through it. Walk floating a little saturated tourist boats
via Tripadvisor (translated)
The way is the goal
The trip was fun, our driver Yu did a great job and was super friwndly and helpful. The train market was nice, I would particularly recommend to venture a little off the main train track if you have the time to see the actual local fresh market (it's really just on the right side of the tracks). This one is pretty cool with a lot of freah seafood to look at and wonder about. The way to the floating market on the boat was the highlight, between small houses and along beautiful canals in the middle of coconut threes. The floating market itself was more floating tourists along stalls. A lot of touristy souvenirs, now. And as we went in high season, we had some "traffic jams", the issue is that the motor boats are mostly having something like a motorcycle engine at the back, with an exhaust pipe, and some blow out quite some dirt... so you might be sitting in exhaust fumes for a while... knowing the polition issues in and around Bangkok (and Thailand in general), I stopped wondering at some point about these things. Still, it is a lot of fun, so I can recommend the excursion as a whole.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome Bangkok experience
Great experience visiting the markets. The tour guide Andy was very knowledgeable and made it a great time for our family. Highly recommended for Bangkok.
via Tripadvisor
Market day
We appreciated the tour, especially the floating market The driver was nice and descrete Very positive esperience!!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking your time and appreciating our efforts.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $9000 to $24000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bangkok.
How much does Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market cost?
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Prices start at $9000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bangkok usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bangkok is not rushed.
Is Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bangkok, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bangkok can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bangkok and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour to Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bangkok within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bangkok?
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On Outty we rank every Bangkok experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bangkok Backstreets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Old Siam Bangkok Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Tingly Thai Cooking Class with Morning Market Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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