From Bangkok: Railway Market, Tha Kha, and Monkey Coast Tour
ID: GYG1438160-2195318
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Escape the crowds and discover the charm of Tha Kha Floating Market, where local life still thrives. Experience a cruise to the Monkey Coast and the iconic Railway Market.
Escape the busy city and discover a quieter, more authentic side of Thailand on a journey through local markets, peaceful canals, and coastal communities.
From the meeting point in Bangkok, begin your journey to the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of Thailand’s most unique market experiences. Walk along the railway tracks, explore the colorful stalls, and watch the remarkable moment when vendors quickly pull back their awnings as the train passes right through the heart of the market.
Then, leave the crowds behind and continue to Tha Kha Floating Market, a charming local market with more than 100 years of history. Open only on weekends, the market still preserves the traditional way of life of local orchard communities.
Enjoy its relaxed atmosphere and discover authentic everyday life along the canals. Step aboard a traditional paddle boat and glide through peaceful waterways surrounded by local homes, coconut orchards, and lush tropical greenery.
But the journey doesn’t end at the floating market!.
Continue toward one of the most memorable experiences of the day — the Monkey Coast.
Travel by boat through peaceful coastal landscapes and lush mangrove forests, passing local coastal farms along the way. Cruise along the shoreline to observe wild monkeys in their natural habitat. Watch them moving freely among the mangroves and along the water’s edge while enjoying the scenery and discovering the traditional way of life of the coastal community.
It’s a fun and unexpected experience that takes you beyond the usual floating-market route and offers a closer look at the local wildlife and natural surroundings of the region.
Throughout the journey, enjoy a balance of famous sights and lesser-known local experiences — from the excitement of the Railway Market to the peaceful atmosphere of Tha Kha and the adventure of reaching the Monkey Coast by boat.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to escape the crowds, experience local life, explore nature, and discover something different from the typical Bangkok day trip.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill as the train passes just inches away at Maeklong Railway Market.
- Experience the authentic charm of Tha Kha and its traditional way of life.
- Explore the coastal mangrove forest and encounter wild monkeys in nature.
- See how local communities raise shellfish naturally along the coast.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tha Kha Floating Market is open on weekends only.
This tour includes boat rides, so please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Wildlife sightings at the Monkey Coast may vary depending on natural conditions.
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic, weather, and local conditions.
Lunch is not included, but there will be time to purchase food locally.
Meet your guide at **MRT Hua Lamphong Station, Exit 2**, at street level, in front of **Bun Bakery**.
Please arrive at the meeting point **10 minutes before the scheduled departure time** to ensure an on-time start.
Your guide will be waiting for you and holding a **Siam Signature Experience** sign with **“Tha Kha Floating Market”** clearly displayed.
INCLUDED
- English-speaking local guide
- Round-trip transportation from Bangkok
- Traditional paddle boat at Tha Kha Floating Market
- Boat trip to the Monkey Coast
- Local food tasting
- Drinking water
- Travel insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.