3+3+From Bangkok: Amphawa Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Train Market Tour
10:30 AM
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This day trip reveals two of Thailand’s most iconic market experiences. First, travelers explore Amphawa Floating Market in the late afternoon, a riverside bazaar known for its wooden boardwalks, lantern-lit evening atmosphere, and vendors grilling seafood on boats. Then the tour moves on to Maeklong Railway Market, where you witness vendors swiftly fold their awnings and tables as a train thunders through the narrow market. The contrast between Amphawa’s local charm and the unique train spectacle at Maeklong makes for an unforgettable cultural outing.
- Amphawa Floating Market has won multiple Travelers’ Choice awards for its authentic local vibe and food variety.
- Reviewers describe the tour as "amazing," praising the fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, and call the train passage a "must-see."
- The tour often includes an optional firefly boat ride in Amphawa, a memorable highlight after dusk.
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Tips
- Plan to arrive at Amphawa near sunset when the market is busiest and the lanterns begin to glow.
- Bring insect repellent for Amphawa’s evening activities (mosquitoes can be present near the water).
- Carry cash in small bills; street food is cheap and plenty, and few vendors accept cards.
Summary
If you love a bit of bartering, wait till you see how they do it in Thailand! On this full-day guided tour, explore two iconic markets on the outskirts of Bangkok.
Maeklong Train Market is a fresh market situated right by a well-worn railroad. Watch the vendors expertly close and open their awnings to make room as the trains rattle past Learn about the area's bloody battle history and see the Golden Buddha inside Wat Bang Kung, a striking Buddhist temple engulfed by the roots of a massive Banyan Tree.
Located on the Amphawa Canal, the Amphawa Floating Market is one of Thailand's more popular floating markets. Visit this riverside hub and see vendors selling delicious treats like sweets and seafood. Then, after sunset, when the lights have dimmed, wind down with a river cruise surrounded by flickering fireflies.
What is Included
- Choice of Pick-up or Meeting Point
- Pickup and drop-off in Bangkok areas: from Khao San Road, Narathiwas Ratchanakarin, Sathorn Road (North and South), Pratunam, Wireless Road
- Tour guide
- Transportation between attractions
- Drinking water
- Firefly boat tour
- Personal expenses
- Meals
- Paddleboat inside floating market (THB60/per person)
Meeting & Instructions
For more details and specific meeting instructions, please click on the "Book Now" button.
Additional Info
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Live Guide: English, th
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Supplier: TripGuru, 2/F, King's House, 971 King's Rd, Hong Kong, ID, 810003
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is possible until 0 hours before midnight on the visit date.
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