Maeklong Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Half-Day Tour
Description
"Dive into the vibrant, beautiful chaos of Thailand’s most famous traditional markets. This half-day adventure takes you straight into the heart of local culture, perfectly blending history with unforgettable sights. First, experience the thrill of the Maeklong Railway Market. Watch in amazement as local vendors smoothly pull back their colorful awnings just moments before a real commuter train rolls right through the middle of the stalls! Next, step onto a classic long-tail boat and glide through the lively canals of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You'll float past wooden boats piled high with fresh tropical fruits, sizzling street food, and handcrafted souvenirs."
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Itinerary
We will pick you up from your hotel in located within the specified area of Bangkok.
The Maeklong Railway Market, also known as the "Talat Rom Hup" in Thai, which translates to the "umbrella pull-down market," stands as one of Thailand's most extensive fresh seafood markets. Situated along the Maeklong Railway track, the market showcases a unique spectacle where its awnings and shop fronts are swiftly retracted from the rails whenever a train approaches, only to be promptly restored once the train has cleared the area.
Damnoensaduak, a district in Rajburi Province, is densely populated along its canal. The majority are farmers growing various fruits and vegetables thanks to the fertile land. The canal not only aids transportation but also provides water for farming year-round. Local farmers have dug over 200 small canals to irrigate their lands and facilitate transportation to neighboring markets. The Floating Market, bustling from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. daily, sees hundreds of vendors and buyers exchanging goods from their small rowing boats. The market specializes in locally grown food, fruits, and vegetables.
After the tour comes to end we will drop you back to location we picked you up from.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
- 48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
- Hotel drop off is not included for Join Tour. Drop off point is at MBK Shopping Center
- Boat ride is not wheelchair accessible
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
- Free of charge Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (3 KM radius area) with namely Sukhumvit Soi (Lane) -1 to 33, Sukhumvit area Soi 1 to 33 (odd) and Soi 2 to 24 (even), Pratunam, Silom, Langsuan, Wireless Road, Sathorn, Surawongse, Siam, MBK, Yawarat (China Town), Khao San Road (Excluded City Tour) can pick up only in our meeting Royal Rattanakosin Hotel
- An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
Reviews(6)
Thailand floating markets are so famous and we wanted to do it as well so we booked this tour and had really good experience. The guide was very informative and helpful.
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re happy to know the floating market experience lived up to your expectations. Your kind words about your guide’s knowledge and support are truly appreciated. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in Thailand.
We had our departure location changed the night before and we realized it by chance. the market part glowing edt very well , the train part quite unpleasant, far too crowded from the train and the journey on the rails unpleasant
It’s a lot of driving but worth it. Our guide was great. My son loved riding on the train and I liked the floating market.
Cindy was an excellent guide - we had a great day, very informative and she looked after us really well.
Nina our guide was fantastic and great with pur kids. We loved the experience. I would recommend taking cash in advance.
