Description
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Market Tour
Overview
Immerse yourself in an authentic slice of Thai culture with a dynamic half-day tour to two of the country’s most iconic and vibrant markets. This small-group adventure takes you off the beaten path to explore the colorful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the thrilling Maeklong Railway Market, offering a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.
Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Bangkok, followed by a visit to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Glide along narrow canals in a traditional paddle boat and witness local vendors in wooden hats selling everything from fresh tropical fruits and mango sticky rice to coconut sugar candy and steaming bowls of tom yum. Test your bargaining skills in this unique water-based marketplace where commerce thrives boat to boat.
Next, hop aboard a train to experience the unforgettable Maeklong Railway Market, famously located right on top of an active railway track. Feel your adrenaline surge as vendors swiftly retract awnings and pull back stalls moments before the train rumbles through the narrow marketplace — only to resume business as usual seconds later.
With hotel pickup and round-trip transportation included, this tour ensures a hassle-free, culturally rich experience just outside the capital. Perfect for travelers wanting to see a different side of Thailand.
Key Information:
- Tour Name: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Market
- Duration: 5 hours
- Inclusions: Guided tour, train ride, canal boat ride, round-trip hotel transport
- Language: English-speaking tour guide
- Pickup: Included from select hotels in Bangkok
- Group Size: Small group join-in tour
