The train market of Maeklong is unique in every sense of the word! Built literally on the tracks, the shops are moved when the train begins its journey through the middle of the market. As you stroll along the tracks between the colorful stalls, your local guide will explain how not even the trains can stop the hustle & bustle of this iconic market!

Hop on a tuk tuk and enjoy the ride! Tuk tuks are a fun way to get around the city, even when the traffic is really bad. They’ll squeeze in anywhere. Get ready for some city adventure!

Visit the authentic Tha Kha Floating Market: Take a paddle boat through local coconut tree farms and canal alleyways and explore this fascinating market.

Some not-to-be-missed temples in Ayutthaya are Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan. Make a stop in either to see traditional Thai culture.

One of the staple Thai dishes is pancakes. Although it's a common breakfast item around the world, you'll especially love the local version available in Thai markets. They're made from coconut milk, flour, sugar, and eggs, but the true deliciousness comes from pairing them with fresh fruits, syrup, or honey.

Plan your tour so that you can end it with ample daylight and witness the grandeur and beauty of The Great Buddha of Thailand at Wat Muang. Notice the way the statue's hands are folded in the Bhumisparsha mudra to represent the moment when Budhha achieved enlightenment. Its pose is known as "subduing Mara," which is often depicted in Buddhist art.

Make sure you take your time to go through the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall at Erawan National Park, Kanchanaburi Province. The waterfall is actually named after a three-headed white elephant in Hindu mythology. It's the most beautiful waterfall in Thailand, and taking a picture with it in the backdrop is a must. 

Along with the view of the river and rice fields, you'll be able to see the limestone cliffs of Kanchanaburi. The temple itself, known as Tiger Cave Temple, showcases beautiful architectural designs perfect for Instagram-worthy pictures. 

Located in the heart of Bangkok, Wat Pho is one of the city's most important temples. I recommend that every tourist interested in learning about Thai history and culture visit it. But more than that, the reclining Buddha statue is a perfect place to take pictures for your tour diary. The giant golden statue with its head resting on its hand isn't something you get to see every day.

While you're touring the many sites, keep an eye out for Garuda, a bird featured in Hindu and Buddhist mythology. It's also a significant symbol in Thai culture and can be seen in various forms throughout the city. One of the forms is of a human with the head of a bird holding the two ends of a snake like a jumping rope. In addition, Garuda is seen as a divine protector and symbolizes strength, courage, and loyalty.

Another way of experiencing the rush of a market scrambling to pack up and make way for a train is by staying with the crowd in the market itself. You can witness the train pass by from the street instead of onboard.