Nice experience, very customer-oriented company fast and easy booking, very fast reaction. Mr. Bien a well-prepared guide and enthusiastic. You should try this experience.
Bangkok City Highlights and Floating Markets - Shore Excursion
Port Pick-up & Drop-off
English-Speaking Guide
Private Groups
This 2-day shore excursion offers you a taste of Thai culture, history, and local traditions, with interesting visits to the iconic floating markets. Get the feel of Thailand’s architectural masterpieces and culinary delights while discovering the unique local life revolving around the water.
Highlights
Pick-Up & Drop-Off from Laem Chabang Port
Explore the Masterpiece of the Grand Palace
Witness the Unique Train Market
Cruise the Canal and View Local Life Up-Close
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Tour Details
Price
- 2 people: $386 per person
- 3 people: $302 per person
- 4 people: $273 per person
- 5 people: $216 per person
- 6 people: $202 per person
- 7 people: $189 per person
- 8+ people: $182 per person
Season
Year-round!
Meeting Point
Laem Chabang Port
Max Group Size
We can accommodate a big group of up to 35 people. However, we recommend a maximum of 15 people per group to get the best experience.
Included
- Port Service Fees
- All Entrance Fees & Taxes
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Unlimited Bottles of Water
- English-Speaking Guide
- Lunch (please note we can cater for any dietary requirements, just be sure to get in touch beforehand)
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Booking Fees
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Insect Repellent
- Light Jacket
What to Wear
Please ensure you dress respectfully. Knees and shoulders should be covered when you visit religious sites.
Itinerary
Welcome to the Vibrant Hub of Culture
Upon arrival at Laem Chabang Port, you will meet your English-speaking guide at the cruise terminal before departing for the city centre. The transfer usually takes 2 – 2.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions. Bangkok is Thailand’s capital and most important city, and thanks to its massive size, each district has its own identity and characteristics. This place always has something to offer for any holiday vibe you are looking for.
First, visit the Grand Palace, a unique architectural masterpiece that illuminates Thai culture and heritage. Stroll along the splendid buildings within the Grand Palace complex, such as the Funeral Palace, the Reception Reception, the Throne Hall, and the iconic Emerald Buddha Temple to get the feel of the magnificence of architectural style.
Next, we will enjoy a delightful lunch of traditional Thai cuisine at a riverside restaurant (for an additional charge) before making a stop at Wat Arun*. Following this, embark on a discovery trip into the canals of Thonburi. This is a great opportunity to feel the daily rhythms along the riverbanks and understand how life has thrived here for years.
(*) Alternatively, we will head to Wat Traimit for a close-up view of a 5.5-tonne, solid-gold statue of a seated Buddha. (Please note that this option is available for an additional fee of $5)
The boat trip will take you further to Wat Pho, a spectacular temple complex that is truly something to marvel at. Just take a walk and slowly soak in the little details that make the temple one of the most remarkable sites in Bangkok.
Around 6 p.m. arrive at your hotel for check-in and relaxation. You have plenty of time in the evening to discover the city at your own pace. Your accommodation is not included in the tour, so please let us know if you have any requests for hotel reservations, or you can arrange your own hotel accommodation.
Buzzed Up with Locals’ Trading Atmosphere
Today is for you to learn more about the lively trading activities in Bangkok. Depart early, at 6.30 a.m., to make the most of your time this morning. We will reach the “train market”, a unique market that hugs the track of the Maeklong Railway. See how the local vendors sell their products and how stalls are pulled back from the tracks when a train approaches. What a scene not to be missed!
Afterwards, we will depart for Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Upon arrival at the pier, hop on a longtail motorboat to cruise along the canal. Pass local orchards and Thai spirit houses. Take in the sights and sounds as you see friendly local vendors sell goods directly from their boats. Feel free to enjoy some more shopping opportunities once you disembark the boat. The local handcrafted products come in various patterns and designs, so you might need extra time to choose your favourite.
Don’t let your belly feel unhappy! After a morning filled with so many captivating sights, it’s time to fill your stomach with a unique Thai meal. Following your lunch, set off on a three-hour journey back to Laem Chabang Port. By 4 p.m., you will arrive at the port and have plenty of time to prepare for your next departure.
See What Our Guests are Saying
I now refer my friends, family and colleagues, as well as book all of my tours, accommodation and flights with Maika because I feel very lucky to have finally found an organisation in Asia that gives me the confidence to do so.
The tour was very well organized, and the guide spoke very good English. We got to see and experience so many things: Besides visiting a pagoda and Buddha statue, we also went on a boat ride (with a stop to enjoy a coconut drink) and visited local businesses producing rice paper, conical hats and mats. We had fresh fruit and tea for a snack and Pho soup for lunch which was delicious! We had such a good day and would highly recommend this tour!
We went on this tour, two families of four, with children aged 9-12 years old. We were really happy with it and highly recommend. Lin was our guide and she was fantastic, would really do a trip with her again. It was nice to do this privately and easy to adjust with Lin if needed. Maika helped us book the accommodation in Can Tho which we really appreciated. Would highly recommend and for sure do again.
You did a great job looking after all of our family of 7. The kids enjoyed all the tours and especially the Mekong cruise …as did we……because the kids were so happy we got to enjoy some time to ourselves too. I would recommend Maika Tours if your thinking of visiting Vietnam!
