The 6 Best Private Market Tours in Thailand

1.Private Excursion to Maeklong Railway and Floating Markets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 850 reviews · from $130Our pick

Travel from Bangkok in a private vehicle to Mae Klong Railway Market, where stalls fold back for a passing train, then cruise Damnoen Saduak by long-tail boat. Guides such as Time, Johnny, Bakery, and Peter add local context, food tips, photos, and flexible pacing.

“I was picked up on time and went directly to the railroad. My wife and I really enjoyed this experience. Our guide Peter was great. We then went to the floating market which was also great. This is our third private tour we took on this trip using Viator. I would recommend this excursion to anyone looking for an excellent tour.”

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2.Floating and Railway Market (Optional Waterfall): Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · from $127

You’ll ride a long-tail motorboat through Damnoen Saduak, board a local train into Maeklong Railway Market, and visit coconut sugar and salt-making sites with a private guide such as Lin, Jim, Poppy, or Ice. Add Erawan Falls and the River Kwai Bridge for a much longer day.

“Great tour. Unfortunately we did not arrive at Erawan Falls with enough time to climb to top. There should be better time management. Cut out the coconut farm. For the falls you have to at level 4 by 3:30 pm”

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3.Private Excursion to Floating Market and Ayutthaya World Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews · from $184

Start from your Bangkok hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, then visit Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and Ayutthaya’s major temples. Choose the 7:00 a.m. start for all three stops. Guides such as Army, Gwen, Time, Nok, and Pom are praised for history, photos, snacks, and personal service.

“Wonderful day with 2 very different activities…history and shopping. Kim was a very knowledgeable and personable tour guide”

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4.Private Tour to Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · from $125

Spend 6 to 7 hours with a private guide such as Poppy, Nok, Katie, or Tip, visiting Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Ride a private long-tail boat, sample Thai sweets and fruit, and travel in an air-conditioned car from central Bangkok.

“Wow what an experience! We got to see both the train markets and the floating markets. Our guide Poppy was fantastic - she knew all the best places to be at the right time. She was also very communicative and even took lots of pictures and videos of us as a memento! We suggest doing the 7am tour as it’s better weather wise in rainy season as well as you experiencing as much as possible. We got to try lots of authentic local food. I suggest you barter at the market stalls to get the best deals as it’s the done thing in Thailand. Would definitely recommend if you want…”

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5.Private Tour: Floating Markets of Damnoen Saduak Cruise Day Trip from Bangkok

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 199 reviews · from $135

Travel from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak with a private guide, air-conditioned transport, and a 20 to 30-minute long-tail boat ride through canals and stilt-house communities. You’ll visit the floating market and a coconut sugar farm. The paddle boat is optional and costs extra.

“From start to finish, very good and informative tour guide excellent.. floating market, long boat excellent.”

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6.Flower Market & Floral Art: Multilingual Private Tour [EN/others]

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $95Best value

Follow a private guide from Rajini School to Bangkok’s flower market, where you fold lotus flowers and learn Thai garland making with local artisans. Add a ferry ride, Kalayanamitr Temple, Guanyin Shrine, Santa Cruz Church, and Baan Kudi Chin Museum. Guides may be available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, or Chinese.

“I did the tour in mid-April, with a guide who was leading the tour for the first time. I am sorry, but I want to be honest about my experience. Although the tour was not bad, I cannot rate it more highly because the tour was not as described. Read more”

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