The World’s 9 Best Floating Market Trips

1.City of Side: Boat Tour on the Manavgat River w/ Bazaar Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 404 reviews · 7 hours · from $16Our pick

Spend seven hours moving from Side to the Manavgat River, the Mediterranean, Cennet Beach, Manavgat Waterfall, and Grand Bazaar. Kadir is one guide praised for keeping the day lively. Expect multilingual commentary, grilled chicken or fish, optional waterfall transport, and a large three-level boat with showers and changing cabins.

“Loved this experience so much! We chose this as an alternative because the Saluada boat was cancelled however this excursion probably ended up being better and for far cheaper. Saw some views where the river meets the sea and honestly one of the most beautiful scenes I’ve ever seen. Entertainment on the boat was okay and the stop you make on the little beach island was amazing. I got to ride a jet ski for £20 for 10 mins and the lunch was amazing! Also made it to go see the waterfall and also the Baazars and were dropped back to our car in Side. Thank you so much for-…”

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2.Manavgat River Boat Trip & Grand Market w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 295 reviews · 7 hours · from $32

From Side, you’ll ride a 45-passenger wooden boat along the Manavgat River, watch for turtles, eat fish or chicken with salads, and swim at the river mouth. The day also includes Manavgat’s Grand Bazaar, Blue Mosque, and optional waterfall stop. English and German tour support is provided.

“mooie boottocht en goede uitleg kwa bezienswaardigheden heel behulpzaam personeel we wilde graag naar een moskee en 50 meter vanaf de bazaar zit een moskee mocht men die willen zien is daar een mogelijkheid voor wij hebben genoten”

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3.Alanya/Side: Manavgat River & Waterfall, Boat Tour, & Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 172 reviews · from $33

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring the Manavgat area by boat, bus, and on foot. You’ll cruise between river and sea, stop for swimming, eat lunch beside the water, visit Manavgat Waterfall, and browse a local bazaar. Hotel pickup is available from Side, Alanya, Belek, and Antalya, with guides speaking English, German, Russian, or Dutch.

“Tour was great, , comfortable transfer with amazing boat trip to the beach , followed on by nice food and time to visit the bazzarr , would recommend to others”

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4.City of Side: Manavgat River Boat Lunch Cruise & Bazaar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 139 reviews · 8 hours · from $25

Spend eight hours traveling from Side to the Manavgat River, with a three-hour boat outing, lunch, a swim stop, an optional waterfall visit, and time at the public bazaar. English, German, and Turkish guides are provided. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport are included, while drinks, waterfall fees, and personal costs are extra.

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5.Manavgat River Cruise, Waterfalls and Market Tour from Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 100 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $41

You’ll spend about seven hours cruising from Side along the Manavgat River, stopping where cool river water meets the warm Mediterranean for swimming. Lunch is served onboard, followed by an optional Manavgat Waterfall visit and time at the city market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but drinks and waterfall admission cost extra.

“Very well organized trip. Enjoyed the river cruise and market. Lunch on the boat was nice but portions were huge !! Would definitely recommend 🙂”

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6.Morning Bosphorus Cruise and Spice Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $90

Spend four hours exploring Istanbul by road, bazaar, and boat. Visit the 1660 Spice Bazaar, then cruise the Bosphorus past Rumeli Hisari, the Bosphorus Bridge, Ottoman waterfront mansions, palaces, and hunting lodges. Hotel or cruise-port pickup is included, with an English-speaking guide and private or ferry boat transport.

“it was fun; I am Turkish and I was with my husband. We had new information about our city; istanbul. esp. we were satisfied with our tour guide whose name is Mey.”

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7.Cairo 2-Day Tour: Giza, GEM, Citadel, Bazaar & Nile Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $48Top rated

This private two-day Cairo tour pairs Giza, the Sphinx, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Khan El-Khalili, and a Nile dinner cruise. An Egyptologist guide such as Omar or Mohamed leads your group, with transport, site tickets, two lunches, dinner, and live entertainment included.

“Omar is a true professional. He has a perfect mastery of Egyptian history. He accomplishes his tasks with dedication. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable time.”

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8.From Alanya, Side: Manavgat River Cruise, Bazaar & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · from $23

Spend 8 to 9 hours traveling from Side, Alanya, or nearby resorts to the Manavgat River. Cruise through green countryside, enjoy a Turkish lunch, swim near the river mouth, visit the waterfall, and shop for spices, textiles, produce, and souvenirs at Manavgat Bazaar. English, German, and Dutch assistance is available.

“The tour was absolutely wonderful! We started with a cruise along the Manavgat River—such beautiful nature, peaceful surroundings, and crystal-clear water. Lunch was delicious. After that, we had a chance to swim in the bay—just perfect! The Manavgat Waterfall is impressive. Nearby, there’s a market with cute souvenirs and clothes, so I bought some things for my friends. Everything was well-organized, with no delays. The return to the hotel was right on time. Highly recommend joining this activity!Read more”

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9.Railway, Floating Market & Chao Phraya Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 11 hours · from $76

Visit Maeklong Railway Market and watch vendors clear the tracks as a train passes, then take a traditional paddle boat through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Return to Bangkok for a two-hour sunset cruise with Thai and international buffet dishes, city views, hotel pickup, and an English-speaking guide in a group of up to 12.

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