Maeklong Railway Market, Tha Ka & Amphawa Floating Market
Mae Klong
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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A maximum of 8 people per booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the thrilling spectacle of a train passing mere inches from market stalls at the famous Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors swiftly fold their umbrellas and pull back their goods in a perfectly choreographed dance. Glide through the tranquil waterways of Tha Ka community on a traditional paddle boat, immersing yourself in local life along the serene canals. Discover Thailand's cultural heritage at the Memorial Museum of King Rama II, then explore the vibrant Amphawa Floating Market with its authentic food vendors and lively atmosphere. Cap off your journey at the enchanting Wat Bang Kung, where an ancient chapel is dramatically embraced by the roots of a massive Banyan tree—a h...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Gratuities
All personal expenses
Service not mentioned in the program
Maeklong Railway Market, Tha Ka & Amphawa Floating Market
Mae Klong
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Experience the thrilling spectacle of a train passing mere inches from market stalls at the famous Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors swiftly fold their umbrellas and pull back their goods in a perfectly choreographed dance. Glide through the tranquil waterways of Tha Ka community on a traditional paddle boat, immersing yourself in local life along the serene canals. Discover Thailand's cultural heritage at the Memorial Museum of King Rama II, then explore the vibrant Amphawa Floating Market with its authentic food vendors and lively atmosphere. Cap off your journey at the enchanting Wat Bang Kung, where an ancient chapel is dramatically embraced by the roots of a massive Banyan tree—a h...
Pick up from the hotel in Bangkok and drive to Ban Lad Yai Train Station to take a short train ride to Mae Klong Market or known as Folding Umbrella Market. Take a walk around the market where exotic fruits, vegetables, seafood are offered. When the train departs from the station, you will see how vendors hastily raise their awnings, fold up their umbrellas and pull their stalls away from the railway tracks. After the train has passed, everything is set in their previous position.
1 hour
2
Tha Kha Floating Market
Depart from the Market to Tha Kha community located along serene canals. Take a paddle boat (approx.45 minutes) along the canals passing by local houses, orchards and coconut farms.
Disembark the boat and continue by van to visit a small home factory and see the production of palm sugar process. See the process of how the farmer collects nectar and boil it to make Palm Sugar. Fresh Coconut juice will be served for refreshment.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
King Rama II Memorial Park
Continue to The Memorial Museum of King Rama II, the birthplace of King Rama II where guests will learn about traditional Thai house architecture and old Thai living traditions.
1 hour
4
Amphawa Floating Market
Walk to the Amphawa Floating Market, located nearby. You can see varieties of Thai Food, Sweets and souvenirs. During weekday there is no market life but guest can walk along the river to see old wooden shophouses which become lively during weekends.
Lunch at the local Restaurant.
45 minutes
5
Wat Bang Kung
After lunch, visit the temple Wat Kai Bang Gung. The highlight of the temple is the chapel overgrown by a Banyan Tree. The temple is also a historically significant place, as it was the camp of King Taksin when Siam was attacked by the Burmese army in 1768. Late afternoon transfer back to Bangkok.
