Amphawa Floating Market Tour: A Journey to Thai Riverbank Life with Maeklong Railway Market
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8 Ratings
Khwaeng Lumphini
Experience the vibrant Thai riverbank life at Amphawa Floating Market. Shop by boat, indulge in traditional Thai snacks, and witness the unique Maeklong Railway Market.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bangkok - Depart Bangkok at 11.30 AM and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Amphawa Floating Market to join the locals as they buy and sell from boats on the canals of the Mea Klong River. Stroll along the boardwalk to watch the scenes unfold as farmers and fishermen sell snacks such as fried sea mussels and papaya salad from their boats.\n\nThe main draw is of course eating seafood grilled precariously on wooden boats moored around the famous central bridge, serving an appetizing array of huge prawns, shellfish and squid. From noon until late in the evening, the smell is simply irresistible and customers flock to each side of the river all day long. \n\nItinerary:\n\n11:30 - Pick up from the various hotel or meeting point\n- Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub) - 12:30 - Depart for Samutsongkram Province\n\n14:30 - Arrive the risky market, must see attraction in the Thailand. you will see a train pushing through a busy market and watch as the shopkeeper pull their table of vegetables and meat out of the way. it is unique and exotic experience.\n- Amphawa Floating Market - 15:30 - Drive to Amphawa floating market, where you will see Boats selling Thai traditional food by the river.\n\n16:00 - Get the motor boat and cruise along the canal as you see the villagers spend their daily life by the river.\n\n17.00 - Free time for Amphawa market.\n\n18:00 - Depart for Bangkok\n\n20:00 - Return to the hotel\n\nOrganized only during (FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)\n- Thailand Travel Agency by Sun Leisure World - Tour operator
What's Included
- Expert local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for selected hotels
- Climate-controlled vehicle for your comfort
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Amphawa, a prominent floating market in proximity to Bangkok, largely attracts the local Thai population. This former tiny village, situated 50 km from Bangkok, reportedly dates back to the mid-17th century. It has evolved into a hotspot for Thai locals during weekends, with food stalls extending from the riverbanks into nearby streets.
• Embark on a captivating half-day journey from Bangkok to explore Thailand’s floating markets
• Navigate the riverside in a longtail boat, shopping at a floating market
• Purchase a wide array of inexpensive and unique traditional Thai snacks - ideal mementos of your journey!
• Witness a train travelling through the heart of a lively market at Maeklong Railway Market
- Boat ride is not wheelchair accessible
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- This tour only available on Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
- We are SHA Plus certified. ​ A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
- 48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
Location
Thailand Travel Agency by Sun Leisure World
Thanon Witthayu
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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J_zsefo515
May 22, 2022
Single traveller review - I was very satisfied with the tour, Cindy was my guide, with a private car. The english describe of the tour, and the additional informaions were so good. I recommend her andthistour to everyone. It takes about 6 hours from Bangkok centre.
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Pete973
Jan 19, 2020
Lovely day - Guide and driver were brilliant. Lots to see and do, so different to the UK. Finished with a super boat trip to see fireflies.
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Friedemann_k
Dec 29, 2019
Recomanded Trip outside Bangkok - Exciting Trip outside Bangkok! 90‘ Ride from our Hotel only! Nice Boattrip, exciting market at the River and on the tracks! Realy recomanded!
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Faiaze2015
Nov 13, 2019
Excellent trip - highly recommended , this is a must tour while visiting bangkok , the whole experience of the maeklong railway track market and the train passing through it is simply amazing , however i would like to mention that a more appropriate place must be identified for viewing the passing of the train , the tour guide must be more aware of this and the tour company should look into this specifically ... we couldn't get a good spot but still worth the experience. The amphawa floating market experience was also amazing ,, the river side boats with restaurants on it and seating for food .. the boat ride itself around the island .. worth the money and time ...
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Kenn
Aug 7, 2019
Very Unique day trip - This was a great tour, it was not a huge bus with 40 people so we got personal attention. The tour guide was great and it was amazing to see these local markets bring life to how people live daily here. I think it is something my daughters will never forget.
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Thatdamndiana
Nov 10, 2019
Bad. Not a tour, just a van service. - The tour isn’t really a tour. Basically a minimally speaking English person picks you up, then just drops you off at the locations and let you know when the pick ups are. You’re better off taxi-ing there yourself and just skip the Maeklong Railway Market — it’s pretty authentic... and disgusting. Flies on everything, uneven pavement with black gross water whenever you slip. The Amphawa Floating Market is worth a visit because it’s unique and the stalls are more interesting.
Just to tell you how bad our tour guide was, I asked him where I could use the restroom (this was 4 hrs into the trip so far) and he led me to a place where I paid 5 baht to use the toilet (ok fine). But that’s not the worst part. The toilet itself was completely slopping wet with god knows what, disgusting, no toilet paper and there was literally RAT FECES all over the top of the toilet’s tank. I’ve been to some terrible bathrooms in my time but first time I’ve ever been so traumatized, I straight up walked out and told the tour guide never to recommend anyone go in there. At least know where to tell people as a guide a decent restroom is for god’s sake.
WOULD NOT RECOMMEND AND DO NOT USE THIS TOUR SERVICE.
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