🚂 Railway Market – Experience the unique Maeklong Railway Market from Laem Chabang or Klong Toey
Dear guests, on this day tour you will see the following:
- 🚂 Maeklong Railway Market
- ☂️ Talad Rom Hub (“Umbrellas Back Market”)
- 🌊 Amphawa or Damnoen Saduak
- 🌴 Mangrove forests
- 🐒 Floating monkeys
- 🏯 Wat Bang Kung
🚢 Pickup at the Cruise Ship – Our licensed tour guide will meet you directly at the ship, holding a name tag.
⏱️ Timely Departure – We leave the ship on time to ensure that other guests do not have to wait.
👥 Guest Waiting Time – We wait until all guests are present, usually about 30 minutes, with a maximum total waiting time of 45 minutes.
🚌 Tour Start & Return – After everyone is ready, the tour officially begins. At the end of the tour, we bring you safely back to the cruise ship.
🚂 Embark on a Journey to the Maeklong Train Market and Floating Market! – Discover Thailand’s rich heritage and vibrant culture.
🎭 Cultural Experiences – Immerse yourself in the local traditions and colorful sights of the markets.
🍽️ Local Cuisine – Savor a variety of delicious dishes, from traditional Thai street food to freshly caught seafood.
Floating market Amphawa
Our journey takes us south from Bangkok to Samut Songkhram Province. Depending on the day of the week, you will visit either the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market or the Amphawa Floating Market.
The klongs (canals) were partially dug out or created by diverting rivers and historically served as transport routes to distribute the goods grown and harvested in the area. Today, they are still bustling with activity, and souvenirs are sold along the waterways, supporting the local community.
Right on the klongs, fresh meals are prepared on traditional boats. You can enjoy grilled fish (Phla) in various styles, as well as Pad Thai (fried noodles) or Pad Pak (stir-fried mixed vegetables), offering a true taste of local Thai cuisine.
Train Market
We continue our journey to the Umbrella Back Market, also known as Talad Rom Hub in Thai. The train runs four times a day, and you can watch it either arriving or departing. If time permits, we will try to experience the ride either from the last station into the market or from the station outward.
Your tour guide will walk with you through the market, explaining one or two Thai specialties along the way. You can sample local fruits such as sour or sweet green mango, mangosteen, and lychee, all grown in the region. The market is also known for its dried seafood, including fish and other delicacies, which create a strong, distinctive aroma that is part of the authentic local experience.
Mangrove area
Once in the mangrove area, you will board a traditional longtail boat to explore the extensive mangrove forests that extend out to the sea. Many mangroves have been cleared to create seafood breeding ponds, and along the way, we visit mussel divers in the estuary, depending on the tide.
During the trip, we pass the famous “swimming monkeys”, which have settled in the mangrove forests. With no natural predators and regular feeding by locals, the monkeys are very trusting and sometimes even come into the boat to grab a banana.
From the water and from the land, you will see traditional townhouses on stilts at the estuary. Experience the local way of life along the riverbanks, where residents manage shrimp and mussel farms. The houses are mostly open due to the heat, giving you a unique opportunity to observe daily life up close.
Wat Bang Kung
The temple was originally built during the reign of King Taksin, when he and his soldiers were fighting in Ayutthaya, with the area serving as a navy camp. The temple acted as a spiritual center for the soldiers. In honor of King Taksin, the site was later redesigned and has become a popular destination for locals, who come to celebrate their faith.
Many Chinese visitors can also be seen here, as the camp was historically guarded by Chinese soldiers recruited from various provinces during the Ayutthaya period. The camp was known as Bang Kung Chinese Camp. In the square, visitors can observe cast figures of Muay Thai boxers in various fighting positions, making it a fascinating spot to explore—especially since it is rarely visited by European tourists.
After this intriguing tour, we drive back to Bangkok, returning to the starting point of the tour.
160 € p.p. tour price
tourstart from Laem Chabang port
Implementation
⏰ Tour starts after cruise ship arrives (no later than 08:00)
👥 Small group: 6 – 10 persons
🛳️ The tour only takes place when the cruise ship remains in port overnight
Inclusive:
🗣️ English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
🚐 Air-conditioned van for all transfers
🍽️ Lunch including still water
⛵ Longtail boat ride
🚆 Railway ticket for the train experience
Own cost:
Drinks – Beverages during lunch or throughout the tour are not included.
Other personal expenses – Souvenirs, additional snacks, or personal purchases.
Tip for our tour guide – Optional, but greatly appreciated for excellent service.
Tip for our driver – Optional, recommended if you enjoyed a safe and comfortable transfer.
✨ Special Features
Flexible Itinerary – The tour itinerary and individual sights may vary due to weather conditions, traffic, airline schedules, or temporary closures of attractions. Any changes are at the discretion of the tour guide, who may decide on an equivalent alternative in consultation with the guests.
Mangrove Activities – The order of activities in the mangroves is subject to daily or seasonal tidal fluctuations (high tides). This part of the tour is flexible and depends on the local experts’ assessment.
Rainy Season Note – During the rainy season, it may not be possible to visit the salt pans or salt mines at high tide, and shellfish divers cannot be seen in the estuary. Some can still be observed from inland areas up to just before the estuary.