Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Market — Half Day Tour
⏱️ Duration: Half Day (06:15 AM – 12:00 PM)
📍 Start: Your Bangkok Hotel Lobby
🚐 Tour Type: Join Group / Private
🚂 Distance: ~80 km from Bangkok
Explore two of Thailand's most iconic attractions in one unforgettable morning — the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the Maeklong Railway Market.
Begin your journey at the Maeklong Railway Market, famously known as the "Risky Market." Located directly on an active railway track, this vibrant local market offers one of Thailand's most thrilling sights — watch as vendors swiftly fold away their umbrellas and pull back their stalls just seconds before the train rolls through, then resume business as usual right after. It's a fascinating example of Thai adaptability and local charm.
Next, cruise through the legendary Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand's most famous and photogenic canal market. Commissioned by King Rama IV in the 19th century, the 32-kilometre man-made canal links the Mae Klong and Tha Chin rivers and supports over 200 smaller waterways. Explore the bustling canals aboard a traditional longtail boat, passing colourful wooden boats selling tropical fruits, Thai street food, handcrafted souvenirs and more. The market has gained international fame, appearing in films such as The Man with the Golden Gun (James Bond) and Bangkok Dangerous starring Nicolas Cage.
💰 Tour Prices
Join Group Tour
1,200 ฿
Adult 1,200 ฿ · Child 1,000 ฿ · ⭐ Most Popular
Private Group Tour
2,500 ฿
Adult 2,500 ฿ · Child 2,000 ฿
💡 Optional Paddle Boat available at the floating market for an extra 150 THB/person.
✨ Tour Highlights
- Watch vendors dodge the train at the thrilling Maeklong Railway "Risky Market"
- Cruise the historic 32-km canal network by traditional longtail boat
- Shop for tropical fruits, Thai street food and handcrafted souvenirs from boat vendors
- Visit a market made famous in James Bond's The Man with the Golden Gun and Bangkok Dangerous
- Round-trip air-conditioned hotel transfers from Bangkok
- Guided visit with a knowledgeable local guide
📅 Tour Itinerary — Floating Market & Risky Market
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🏨 Hotel Pick-UpPick up from your hotel (Bangkok only).
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🚂 Depart for Mae KlongDepart to Mae Klong Train Market (Talad Rom Hub), about 80 km from Bangkok.
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🚦 Maeklong Railway MarketArrive at Mae Klong Railway Station and walk along the railway market. Continue to the Floating Market and take a longtail boat around the canals.
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🛍️ Free Time1 hour of free time to walk around the market, or take an optional Paddle Boat (extra 150 THB/person).
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🏨 Return to BangkokDepart back to Bangkok and drop off at your hotel.
✅ Includes & ❌ Excludes
✅ Tour Includes
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off within Bangkok City only
- Longtail motor boat ride, 10–15 minutes
- English-speaking guide
❌ Tour Excludes
- Gratuities / tips
- Paddle Boat add-on (150 THB/person)
- Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
💡 Frequently Asked Questions
💬 What's the difference between Join Group and Private tours?
Join Group shares transport with other travellers on a set schedule. Private Group gives your party an exclusive vehicle and more flexible timing.
💬 Is the longtail boat ride included?
Yes, a 10–15 minute longtail motor boat ride around the floating market is included. A longer optional paddle boat ride is available for an extra 150 THB/person.
💬 Is hotel pick-up included?
Yes, for hotels within the Bangkok City pick-up zone. Alternative meeting points are also available (see below).
💬 Is this tour suitable for young children?
Yes. Children under 2 years (0–99 cm) travel free with no seat provided. Children taller than 120 cm are charged at the adult rate.
💬 What is the cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the tour start time. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.
ℹ️ Important Information
👶 Child Policy
- Under 2 years (0–99 cm) — Free of charge (no seat provided)
- Children taller than 120 cm — charged at adult rate
⚠️ No-Show & Cancellation Policy
- Full refund for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour
- No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure
- If you have last-minute changes, contact our reservation team at least 24 hours in advance
- No-show on the day — full ticket price per person will be charged
📋 Booking Requirements & How Booking Works
- Bookings must be made at least 1 day prior to the tour date, by 8:30 PM (office hours)
- Fill out the booking form and send it to us — we'll check tour availability and confirm your hotel name
- We'll then send an invoice for the total price (valid for 8 hours); once paid, your tour is booked and a confirmation email is sent
- If you don't have a hotel name yet, enter "tbc" (to be confirmed) — we'll reserve your place and keep your file open
- Only fully paid bookings will receive a confirmation voucher
🎒 What to Bring
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Hat or cap for outdoor areas
- Slipper shoes or sandals
- Cash for personal expenses
🗺️ Join Group Pick-Up Area (Bangkok City Only)
- Asoke, Charoen Krung Road Soi 1–50, Chidlom, Pathumwan, Phayathai, Ploenchit, Pratunam
- Petchburi Road from Soi 1 to Avani Atrium, Silom, Sathorn, Siam Square
- Sukhumvit Soi 1–33 and Soi 2–24, Chinatown, Khao San Road
- Pick up at the lobby of your hotel — if your hotel is out of route, a meeting point will be suggested
- Alternative meeting points: Terminal 21 Asok (06:15–06:30 am) · Asia Hotel Bangkok, Phaya Thai Rd (06:30 am) · In front of Starbucks, Khao San Rd (07:00–07:15 am)
📌 General Terms & Conditions
- All times shown are estimates and may vary due to traffic, road conditions, weather, the pace of the group, or unforeseen circumstances