Floating and Railway Markets Private Tour
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pickup from hotel and travel to Maeklong market.
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 is humorously called as the “life-risking” market! You will have fun riding a local train toward the Mae Klong station. While on this train, you will see the “Unseen-Thailand” experience. When the train signal rings up, the chaos will happen! Vendors will rush to detract their stall and clear away all goods that obstructs the running train at a great speed. Once the train passes, all shop owners will resume their stalls again.
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.
Join us for an unforgettable journey to the renowned Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of Thailand's most historic and captivating markets. Your adventure begins with an exhilarating motorboat ride, immersing you in the vibrant atmosphere that has thrived on these waters for over a century. Glide through bustling canals, where you'll witness a lively market brimming with colorful boats and friendly vendors. Sample mouthwatering Thai delicacies, from sweet mango sticky rice to freshly-made coconut ice cream and authentic Thai-style boat noodles. This tour perfectly blends culture, history, and culinary delights, making it a must-do for both Thai and international visitors. Come soak in the unique charm of Thailand's floating markets and create lasting memories!
Travel from the floating market back to hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our pick-up service covers hotels along the BTS Skytrain routes up to Siam, National Stadium (west), Phrom Pong (east), and Saphan Taksin (south); MRT Subway routes up to Chinatown (west) and Sukhumvit (east); accommodations in Khaosan and Rama III; and major hotels along the Chao Phraya River. Our guides and drivers will arrive at your location approximately 10 minutes before the scheduled time to ensure punctuality.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No charge for infants aged 0-1 year
- The roundtrip travel time between Bangkok and the Railway Market is approximately 3.2 hours.
Reviews(34)
Jim was an amazing guide, I would highly recommend her. She’s knowledgeable, informative and very friendly. She took many photos of us that I will treasure always. Thank you so much Jim!
We had a relaxing day, yet experienced a lot, all thanks to Lin's stories. Thank you for that, we would book it again anytime.
Dear Frank_G, Thank you for your review! We are happy that you appreciated the shared memories and had a peaceful time with us. We hope to welcome you on your future trips! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel and guide Lin
Was an amazing experience, everything on time, the women at the tour was vary kind and gentle seems like she know everything very well
Dear Miguel_M, We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. It is a pleasure to hear that your visit to the markets went smoothly and that our guide provided helpful insights during the trip. We strive to provide professional service and we are glad you felt well looked after. Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel
Very interesting experience with markets on the water and railway. My children had an amazing time with the sights. In general in Thailand, our experience with tour guides’ English and accents can be difficult for us, but overall a great experience!
Dear Bahar_F, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are happy your family enjoyed the unique sights of the markets and had a memorable time. We appreciate your honesty regarding the language barrier, and we will strive to improve our communication standards. Hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again soon! Warm regards, Thailand Insight Travel
This was outstanding and our guide was very knowledgeable! Informed us of what to expect, gave us more than enough time to take photos, stroll the railroad market, gave us enough time to enjoy the floating market!!! What a wonderful wonderful experience!!!
Dear Ms. Maria, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a memorable experience. It’s great to know that your guide helped make the day smooth and enjoyable, giving you plenty of time to take in the markets at your own pace. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future! Best regards, Thailand Insight Travel Team
The railway markets were a sight to be seen but it was all very rushed and the salt farm prior was quite uninteresting. My main issue was with the floating market though. It was so crammed full of tourist boats that it was difficult to get through and there was no chance to see what the market was really like, let alone buy anything. The worst thing however were firstly the snakes which people try to throw over your shoulder so that you will pay for a photo, there were so many of them in cages throughout and I’m sure they were either drugged and/or had there fangs removed. I almost cried when amidst all the noise, crowds, confusion and chaos, I saw someone holding a terrified little slow loris for people to take photos with. I’m sure it was not the only exotic animal there and they would all be equally as terrified, snakes included and it is for this reason that I would never recommend that anyone go there and especially anyone who has any love or respect for animals
Dear Ms. Yasmin, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re pleased to hear that you found the railway market visually impressive. However, we’re sorry that the floating market felt too crowded, the railway market a bit rushed, and the salt farm didn’t quite meet your expectations. We also appreciate you sharing your concerns about the animal exhibits at the floating market. While this is not part of our tour itinerary or activities, we understand your concerns and will inform our guides to avoid bringing future guests near those areas. We value your perspective and always consider feedback as we work to improve our tours. Thank you again for your thoughtful insights. We truly appreciate your time and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Sincerely, Supakorn T. Thailand Insight Travel
Our tour with Lin and Kevin was absolutely incredible. The experience exceeded our expectations. Lin went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience. Her extensive knowledge and attentive care made us feel truly valued throughout the tour.
Dear Mr. S Y, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re thrilled to hear that your tour with Lin and Kevin exceeded your expectations. Lin’s passion for creating unforgettable experiences and her extensive knowledge truly make her stand out, and we’re so glad you felt valued and cared for throughout your journey. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible adventures in the future. Warm regards.
We had an amazing experience in floating & railway market, coconut and salt farms. Lin and Kevin accompanied us and they were so pleasant and warm. We could explore new places and their guidance was great.we truly enjoyed every moment.
Dear Dr. Sahithi, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing time exploring the floating and railway markets, as well as the coconut and salt farms. Lin and Kevin are truly passionate about showcasing the best of these unique places, and we’re so glad their warm and pleasant guidance made your journey even more special. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed every moment, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another memorable adventure soon. Warm regards.
Lin and Kevin were absolutely amazing. We were a large group with a few seniors folks, both of them were extremely patient, kind and helpful. If you are taking this tour, take it only with Lin and Kevin! They will take good pictures, negotiate with vendors for you, take you to all good places and ensure you have the best of the time! They even make sure no one photo bombs you or pushes you around in an overtly crowded market! We made so many memories, thanks to them!
Dear Mr./Ms. Alekhya, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Lin and Kevin made your tour such a memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your experience.
Well organized. Confortable transportation. Very nice tourguide.. Pickup directly in Hoel. Must see in Bangkok.
Dear Mr. Peter_F, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a comfortable and well-organized experience with us. It's great to know you enjoyed the convenience of hotel pickup and the guidance of our tour guide. Bangkok truly is a must-see destination, and we're delighted to have been a part of your journey. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future! Best regards, Thailand Insight Travel
