Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]
![Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cdn.tripadvisor.com%2Fmedia%2Fattractions-splice-spp-720x480%2F0a%2F10%2F24%2F4d.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
![Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cdn.tripadvisor.com%2Fmedia%2Fattractions-splice-spp-720x480%2F08%2F8f%2Fe8%2F21.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
![Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cdn.tripadvisor.com%2Fmedia%2Fattractions-splice-spp-720x480%2F08%2F8f%2Fe8%2F57.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
![Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cdn.tripadvisor.com%2Fmedia%2Fattractions-splice-spp-720x480%2F07%2F7d%2F92%2F02.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
![Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia-cdn.tripadvisor.com%2Fmedia%2Fattractions-splice-spp-720x480%2F08%2F8f%2Fe9%2Fb7.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Description
Our tour will bring you many eye-opening experiences. In Damnoen Saduak, you'll take a fun boat ride to explore the legendary floating market, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and discover unique products. You'll also visit a local coconut sugar farm to learn about the traditional process of making coconut sugar and see how salt farmers produce sea salt for cooking and skincare. At the "risky" market, we'll provide an insightful walking tour to witness the "Unseen Thailand" moments as sellers retract their stalls when the train approaches. For your convenience, you can choose between a standard vehicle or a luxury vehicle for your journey. Whether you prefer an economical ride or a more comfortable and stylish experience, we have the perfect option to suit your needs. Our vehicles are well-maintained to ensure your safety and comfort. Let us know your preference, and we'll make the necessary arrangements for an unforgettable experience.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Floating Market of Damnoen Saduak is one of the most attractive floating markets in Thailand. Worldwide tourists come here to experience this 38 kilometers, man-made canal initiated by the visionary King Rama IV 150 years ago. This canal was used as “road” when there was no road in Thailand. This floating market is currently the center of fruits and vegetable trading. At this floating market, you can try a number of delicious Thai fruits and foods such as sweet mango on sticky rice, freshly-made coconut icecream, and Thai-style boat noodle. A motor boat ride is already included in your tour.
You will observe how Thai farmers produce coconut nectar and palm sugar loaf. You will see a demonstration of coconut flower cutting, pouring the nectar into a bamboo container, putting preservation woods in the container, boiling up and pasteurizing the coconut nectar into the drinkable one. You will try squeezing coconut milk from coconut shell using a traditional Thai “rabbit-teeth” wooden machine.
The whitish salt field, not a rice field, of course. A special bonus tour for our guests who join our floating and railway market tour in 2020. This sea salt is produced by Thai local wisdom. The salt farmer will rotate the sea water in different levels matching the strength of wind and sunlight. The rotation will continue until the salt becomes a “salt mountain” which are ready for cooking, skincare, and agriculture. On the Highway 35 in Samut Sakhorn province, our guide will lead you to rub the salt to your hand and take amazing photos!
The railway market in Mae Klong District is humorously called as the “life-risking” market! It is well known as one of the “Amazing-Thailand” for its chaotic moments. In normal time, seller stalls are typically attached to the railways. However, when the bell of the arriving train rings, the big turmoil will happen! Vendors will rush to detract their stalls and clear away all goods that obstructs the running train at a great speed. Once the train passes, all vendors will expand their stalls and resume selling again. Private Tour Only: You will ride a local train toward the Mae Klong station for about 30 minutes. Instead of standing on the sides of railway, you will be on the train seeing people doing selfies and recording videos. You will be waving your hands to worldwide tourists! The train ride is included for our private tour customers only (optional purchase for join tour customers).
MBK center is a must-visit shopping mall for foreign tourist. You could purchase many popular Thailand items in this huge shopping mall. If you are our join tour guests, we will drop you here after the tour. MBK center is connected to BTS National Stadium. You can ride BTS skytrain to return to your hotel conveniently. On the other hand, if you are our private tour guests, we will drop you at your hotel. Or you may request us to drop you at MBK center if you wish.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
• Group Tour: Pickup Option. Standard pickup time 6.00am. Free pickup for hotels nearby selected BTS skytrain stations & MRT subway stations. List of BTS skytrain station names are Siam, National Stadium, Ratchathewi, Phaya Thai, Chidlom, Phloen Chit, Nana, Asoke, Rachadamri, Sala Daeng, Chong Nonsi, Saint Louis, Surasak, Saphan Taksin. List of MRT subway stations names are Sukhumwit, Queen Sirikit Center, Khlong Toei, Lumphini, Silom, Samyan, Hua Lamphong. • Private Tour: Enjoy our premium pickup service for many locations in Bangkok downtown (condition applies).
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No baby seat for group tour customers
Reviews(836)
Simply lovely. You should take this tour because it is one of a kind experience you can have in Bangkok.
Dear Joon_H, Thank you for your kind recommendation. We are happy you enjoyed this unique experience in Bangkok and found it lovely. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel
Lin and Kevin were the best hosts. We had a private tour and overall great experience. Lin was very knowledgeable. Thank you for a great day
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are happy you enjoyed the private tour and felt well guided by Lin and Kevin. We appreciate you choosing to spend your day in Thailand with us. Hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
The experience was incredible! The floating markets were very memorable and definitely a unique experience. Our tour guide Lin and Kevin were both very nice, friendly and knew their way around very well. During the car ride we would be informed and educated about the upcoming activity in a very fun and interesting way. Definitely recommend!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your incredible experience! We are happy that Lin and Kevin provided an educational and fun journey for you to the markets. Your recommendation is appreciated and we hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
Lin was a great guide, shared lots of information, was friendly and enthusiastic about each new place. Thoroughly enjoyed our trip with her.
Dear Louise L, Thank you for sharing your experience! We are happy you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the information and enthusiasm Lin brought to the day. We hope to welcome you again in the future! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
We had the most amazing day with Lin and Kevin. They were fantastic guides! Friendly, knowledgeable and so well organised. They took us to the railway market, the original floating markets, and a local coconut farm, where we got to see firsthand how coconut water and coconut sugar are made, which was such a unique and interesting experience. Everything ran smoothly, the timing was perfect, and Lin and Kevin were great at explaining the history and culture behind each stop. They made the whole day feel relaxed and enjoyable while still being super informative. Highly recommend this tour and especially Lin and Kevin if you’re looking for an authentic and memorable experience in Thailand!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We are happy that Lin and Kevin ensured a seamless day for you while sharing the history of the markets and the coconut farm. Your recommendation means a lot to our team and we look forward to your next visit! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
I had such a great time! We booked on a Wednesday and it ended up just being me and my mum so we went everywhere! I would completely recommend.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you very much for your recommendation! We are happy that you and your mother had such a fantastic time exploring the markets together. It was a pleasure having you with us for this special trip. Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel
Amazing day from start to finish! The railway market, floating market, and coconut farm were all must-see experiences, and our guide Lin made it even better, helped massively with our special needs friend. She’s knowledgeable, hilarious, and really looked after everyone. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide or experience. Definitely recommend — ask for Lin!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience. We’re happy to know Lin helped make your day so enjoyable and comfortable, especially with your friend’s needs. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you all again soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
What a fantastic experience! The railway market, floating market, and coconut farm were all incredible stops — each offering something unique and authentic. Our guide Lin made the day unforgettable. She’s so knowledgeable about the history and culture, but also really funny and personable, which kept everyone engaged. You can tell she genuinely cares about her guests and loves what she does. It felt like traveling with a friend who just happens to know everything! Would definitely recommend this tour — and Lin in particular!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the markets and coconut farm with Lin and appreciated her knowledge and friendliness. It’s great to hear she helped make your day feel relaxed and memorable. We truly value your recommendation and hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
We rebooked this tour on TripAdvisor and specifically reached out to the company to make sure we’d have Lin as our guide again — we toured with her last year and she was absolutely amazing! She completely lived up to our expectations. The railway market, floating market, and coconut farm were just as fascinating as we remembered, and Lin made everything even more enjoyable with her humor, knowledge, and genuine care for everyone in the group. She went above and beyond to make sure we were all comfortable and having fun. Highly recommend — especially if you can request Lin!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for coming back to tour with us again and for sharing your kind words! We’re happy to know Lin made your return visit just as enjoyable as before. Your continued trust and recommendation mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you again on your next trip to Thailand! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
To be done at least once during the stay. We thank our guide Jimmy who was good advice to us, in order to avoid the crowds as much as possible, choose the seats on the train, when to make the photos, made us taste some treats, etc. The driver meanwhile, picked us up and transported us with safety. I highly recommend this private tour, comfortable when you know the traffic jams in Bangkok, a real change of scenery.
Cher(e) Client(e) Précieux(se), Merci beaucoup d’avoir partagé votre expérience ! Nous sommes ravis que Jimmy ait pu vous offrir de bons conseils pour profiter pleinement de la visite et éviter la foule. C’est formidable de savoir que vous avez aussi apprécié la sécurité et le confort du transport. Nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre belle découverte en Thaïlande ! Cordialement, Thailand Insight Travel et le guide Jimmy --- Thank you very much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted that Jimmy was able to give you helpful advice to make the most of the visit and avoid the crowds. It’s wonderful to know that you also appreciated the safety and comfort of the transport. We hope to welcome you again for another great experience in Thailand!
