Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market Group Tour with Meeting Point
ID: GYG383872-694557
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Visit the Maeklong Railway Market and the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market on either a private or group tour from Bangkok. Interact with friendly local market vendors.
Choose from either a shared group or private guided experience to see 2 iconic markets on a day trip from Bangkok.
See a market located on the railway tracks, the Maeklong Railway Market, and a market that floats on the canals at the Damnoen Saduak Market.
After pickup, board a local train to travel to the Maeklong Railway Market, also known as Talad Rom Hup (“Umbrella Pulldown Market”). Observe rice fields, salt farms and traditional houses pass by as you travel with the locals.
Maeklong is one of the largest fresh seafood markets in Thailand and hugs the track of the Maeklong Railway. Gain fascinating insights into how the market is run and what products are sold here from your local guide.
Marvel at how market stalls and awnings are pulled back from the tracks every time a train approaches to let the train pass through.
Next, head to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of the most famous floating markets in Thailand. To reach the market, take a short ride in a long-tail speedboat. Enjoy plenty of time to meander around the colorful market, where friendly vendors sell directly from their boats.
Take in the sights and sounds, and try local specialties like mango sticky rice. Your guide will give you advice on what not to miss. Return to Bangkok in time for the early afternoon.
Highlights
- Board a local train to reach the iconic Maeklong Railway Market
- Arrive at the famous Damnoen Saduak floating market by long-tail speedboat
- Enjoy lots of free time exploring both markets at your own pace
- Experience the quieter way of life in Thailand away from the big cities
- Buy and try authentic pad thai, rice noodle soup, or mango sticky rice
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour does not include a long-tail boat ride inside the floating market due to congestion. However, you may purchase one directly from a local vendor if wished on low-traffic days, with approximately 150 Baht equating to a 25-30 minute ride.
• The markets are authentic but, due to their popularity, it has become popular with tourists. Items at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market might be overpriced as a result, but please use your tour guide to consult if you’re unsure about the prices.
• This tour starts earlier than others as the local partner aims to escape the traffic in Bangkok, which can get extremely heavy during rush hour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
• Bangkok Excursion Center by Bigcountry Vacation. Address: 550 Si Phraya Rd, Khwaeng Si Phraya, Khet Bang Rak, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand
• Look for a guide wearing GetYourGuide attire and holding a red GetYourGuide flag
• How to get to the meeting point:
- By MRT: Total walking time is 10 minutes. MRT Hualamphong station, exit 1. Turn left on Makapruktaram Road then left again on Si Phaya Road.
- By BTS Skytrain: Total walking time is 15 minutes. BTS Saphan Taksin station (S6), exit 3. Turn left on Charoenkrung Road then turn right on Si Phraya Road.
- By Chao Phraya River Express Boat: Total walking time is 5 minutes from the piers. Si Phraya Pier (N3) or River City Complex Pier. From there, walk straight along Si Phraya Road.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
