Maeklong Railway Market
Dear guests, on this day tour you will see the following:
🛶 Talad Room Hoob Market / Floating Market Damnoen Saduak – Explore authentic floating markets with vibrant local culture and fresh produce.
🌿 Boat Ride into the Mangrove Forests – Cruise through Thailand’s lush mangrove ecosystem and observe local wildlife.
🐒 Floating Monkeys – See the playful monkeys living in the mangrove areas, sometimes approaching the boat.
🦐 Shrimp Farm Visit – Learn about traditional shrimp farming and local seafood production.
👋 Our licensed tour guide will meet you at your hotel or at the designated pickup point, depending on your booking.
We design our tours to respect the private atmosphere of friends, couples, and families, ensuring a comfortable and personal experience.
📝 Note:
We also offer tours for cruise guests, backpackers, and group travelers, catering to different travel preferences and group sizes.
🚤 Embark on an unforgettable journey outside Bangkok!
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Thailand as you explore its historic sites, vibrant markets, and scenic landscapes. This tour invites you to immerse yourself in authentic Thai traditions.
🍽️ Local Cuisine Experience – Along the way, enjoy a wide selection of delicious Thai dishes, including traditional street food favorites and freshly caught seafood prepared with local flavors.
Trainmarket
We drive to a small railway station and take a beautiful ride on the unique narrow-gauge railway that comes from Ban Laem and goes to the famous Talad Rom Hoob Market or the “Umbrellas Back” market in German. As the train enters, you will experience the originality of this extraordinary market. The sun canopies on long poles are quickly retracted as the train enters and extended as it leaves, so that the sun does not shine directly into the small market as the heat is unbearable. Unique and one of a kind is the Train Market, a sensation as the train passes over the displays. We then visit the Maeklong Railway Market, which ends at the station, extensively and you get to know the rich spices and food in Thailand.
The floating market in Damnoen Saduak
Afterwards we go directly to the Floating Market in Damnoen Saduak, which is very well known and also popular, especially as it is still one of the few “floating markets” outside Bangkok. This market with its klongs is over 100 years old and was built during the reign of King Rama IV. There are about 35 km of klongs that can be navigated in this area. Of course, the market is developed for tourism, but the interesting thing are the market boats, on which some of the traditional charcoal fires are still used and the food is cooked and grilled, just as it was more than 100 years ago. Experience the market, watch the market women in their boats doing their work and you can see the simplicity of the way of life in the Klong. The women still cook on the boats and offer their delicacies as in the old days.
Mangrove area
Then we head into the natural area to Klong Kone to the transition from the river to the sea, where we take a traditional boat into the mangrove area. Passing the traditional wooden houses on stilts we enter the estuary area, the world of mangroves and monkeys. Afterwards we drive to our special mangrove – area, and if you like, you can plant a mangrove tree, tide permitting, ask the guide if this is possible! At low tide, you will also see shell collectors digging shells out of the muddy ground and collecting them in baskets to sell at the market. On the way back, you will be taken in by our “monkey family” with their many cute babies, who come right up to the boat. Of course we don’t miss this and watch them from a short distance.
Shrimpest production
After this experience, we return to a selected traditional seafood shop where there are many varieties of fish. We will prepare a mix of fresh, culinary Thai specialities of this region for you and our tour guide will introduce you to the seafood. Do you know the so-called traditional shrimp paste or prawn paste, which is used for the preparation of dishes in the Asian region? We will show you how it is made and you can also try it. In shrimp farms, the shrimp are dried and processed into shrimp paste. They are first stored in large containers as a dark red mass, then filled into small containers after they have matured or cut into blocks, packed and sold. After this interesting and eventful tour, we drive you back to Bangkok to the starting point.
Price: 115 € p.p. tour price
Complimentary round-trip hotel transfers
📅 Implementation
🗓️ Daily – This tour is available every day, providing flexibility to fit your travel plans.
⏰ Start Time – Pick-up at 08:30 a.m. from your hotel lobby. Hotel pick-up can also be arranged according to your booking.
👥 Group Size – Small groups of 2 to 8 persons, ensuring a personalized and comfortable experience. You can also book the tour privately, exclusively, without other guests.
⏳ Duration – Approximately 8 hours, allowing you to enjoy all the highlights at a relaxed pace.
✅ Inclusive
🗣️ English-speaking tour guide – Knowledgeable guides provide insights and ensure a smooth tour experience.
🏨 Arrival/departure from hotel lobby – By public transport (available only in central Bangkok).
Complimentary round-trip hotel transfers
🍽️ Lunch with drinks – Includes still water and a selection of local dishes.
🎟️ Entrance fees – All admission tickets to included attractions.
🚤 Express boat – Explore the canals and rivers conveniently.
🛺 Tuk Tuk / Bus – Transfers within the city as part of the itinerary.
🚌 All public transport – Where applicable, included in the tour route.
❄️ Air-conditioned van – Provided when booked for comfort during longer transfers.
🛶 Longtail boat tour – Included upon booking, offering an authentic experience on the waterways.
💰 Own Costs
🥤 Drinks – Any beverages during the tour and transfers.
🛍️ Other personal expenses – Souvenirs, snacks, or optional activities not included in the tour.
Tip for your tour guide – While not mandatory, tipping your guide is appreciated for their service and effort.
Tip for your driver – Gratitude for safe and smooth transportation is welcomed but optional.
🌟 Special Features
The tour itinerary and individual sightseeing stops may vary due to weather conditions, traffic, airline schedules, or temporary closures of attractions. The final decision to adjust the itinerary rests with the tour guide, who may select equivalent alternative destinations in consultation with the guests. Mangrove Activities – The order of activities in the mangrove areas depends on daily and seasonal tidal fluctuations. This part of the tour is flexible and guided by the expertise of local staff.
Rainy Season Notes – During the rainy season:
Access to salt pans / salt mines at high tide may not be possible.
Mangrove planting may be restricted due to high water levels.
Shellfish divers in the estuary may not be visible, though some can be seen from inland areas near the river mouth.
Maeklong Railway Market – Train schedules can sometimes be canceled or delayed. In such cases, the visit may proceed directly to the market, or the delivery station may change to accommodate train timing. This ensures a flexible, safe, and authentic experience while exploring Thailand’s cultural and natural highlights.