From Bangkok: Local Floating & Railway Market, Dragon Temple
ID: GYG1304925-1994206
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover hidden gems on a day trip from Bangkok. Visit the Don Wai Floating Market, cruise the Tha Chin River, see the Dragon Temple, and experience the Maeklong Railway Market.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Bangkok and head to the Don Wai Floating Market, one of the oldest and most authentic riverside markets in Nakhon Pathom. Unlike the more touristy markets, Don Wai offers a true local atmosphere where Thai families come to shop and eat.
Grab some delicious local food from the market to enjoy during your relaxing boat trip along the Tha Chin River. See traditional riverside houses, temples, and local communities along the river.
Next, visit the extraordinary Wat Samphran, also known as the Dragon Temple. This unique 17-story pink tower is wrapped by a giant green dragon sculpture.
Continue to the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of the most unique markets in the world. The market is set directly on active railway tracks. Watch as vendors quickly retract their awnings and move their goods just moments before the train passes.
Itinerary
9.00 Pick up from your hotel Bangkok
10.00 Arrive at Don Wai Floating Market, one of the oldest and most authentic riverside markets in Nakhon Pathom. Unlike the more touristy markets, Don Wai offers a true local atmosphere where Thai families come to shop and eat.
11.30 Grab some delicious local food from the market to enjoy during your relaxing boat trip along the Tha Chin River! You'll see traditional riverside houses, temples, and local communities along the river.
13.30 Visit the extraordinary Wat Samphran, also known as the Dragon Temple. This unique 17-story pink tower is wrapped by a giant green dragon sculpture.
15.30 Continue to the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of the most unique markets in the world. The market is set directly on active railway tracks.
At approximately 15:30, the train will pass through the market from the station. Watch as vendors quickly retract their awnings and move their goods just moments before the train passes.
17.00 Arrived at your hotel
Highlights
- Savor local flavors at the Don Wai Floating Market
- Cruise down the Tha Chin River and see traditional riverside houses
- Marvel at the Dragon Temple, a 17-story pink tower wrapped by a dragon
- Experience the thrill of the Maeklong Railway Market as a train passes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring cash for purchases at the markets.
Sunscreen and a hat are recommended for sun protection.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visit to Don Wai Floating Market
- Boat ride on the Tha Chin River
- Visit to Wat Samphran (Dragon Temple)
- Visit to Maeklong Railway Market
- Lunch
- English-speaking guide
- Travel Insurance
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.