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Amphawa Floating & Maeklong Railway Train Market (Small Group)

Highlights

  • After-dark food tour with locals
  • Visit a traditional floating market
  • Maeklong Railway Market as the train passes
  • Small-group format throughout
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • English-speaking licensed guide

At Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub), vendors fold their awnings and pull back their goods eight times a day as a commuter train squeezes through with inches to spare on either side.

The tour continues to Amphawa Floating Market, where wooden boats serve grilled seafood and coconut sweets along a narrow canal, and as evening falls, a firefly boat cruise drifts down the Maeklong River. A stop at Wat Bang Kung reveals a temple completely enveloped by the roots of an ancient Banyan tree, a quiet contrast to the energy of the markets.

Join a small group tour guided by a local expert, and explore responsibly with TripGuru, a GSTC-certified sustainable tour platform in Thailand, ensuring a low-impact experience that helps reduce tourism’s carbon footprint.

Itinerary

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Discover a side of Thailand that few travelers experience with this captivating adventure, packed with vibrant markets, stunning temples, and tranquil riverside moments. Step off the beaten path at this 100-year-old market, famous for its fresh produce, souvenirs, and trinkets. The highlight? Watching a train thunder through the heart of the market, causing vendors to swiftly pack up and reset.

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Discover a hidden gem—a temple enveloped by the roots of an ancient Banyan tree. Inside, you’ll find a shrine and statues honoring soldiers who defended Thailand in the 1800s, evoking a sense of history and adventure.

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**Amphawa Floating Market:** Explore the lively Amphawa Floating Market along the canal. Sample delicious street food, browse local goods, and soak in the vibrant riverside atmosphere as boats float by with vendors selling everything from sweets to seafood. **Firefly Boat Tour:** End the day with a magical boat tour at dusk. As you drift along the Maeklong river, get a change to watch the twinkling fireflies—a perfect, serene conclusion to your adventure.

Included

  • Hotel Pickup and Drop off (if option selected)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Meals
  • Paddle boat at the floating market (THB 150/per person)

Meeting point & area

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Meeting point: Meeting Point National Stadium BTS Station, Exit 2 (2nd floor). Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you. Note: Starting April 1, 2026, our meeting point will be moving to MBK Center Entrance, 1st Floor.

Good to know

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the tour start?
Until April 1, 2026 the meeting point is National Stadium BTS station, Exit 2, second floor. After that date it moves to MBK Center Entrance, 1st Floor.
What's the firefly boat cruise?
A short evening cruise on the Maeklong River at sunset, when fireflies light up the riverside trees — it's the last stop of the day.
Is lunch included?
No — meals aren't included. The paddle boat at Amphawa Floating Market (150 THB per person) is also extra.
Is the train guaranteed to pass through the market?
The train passes through Maeklong Railway Market eight times a day at fixed schedule times. The tour is timed to catch at least one crossing.

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