Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour From Bangkok

About this experience

Offering tours to see local lifestyles of the Thai people, visit The Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. The Maeklong Railway Market, the railway became famous for its route through the market, nicknamed Talat Rom Hup meaning the "umbrella pulldown market". It is one of the largest fresh seafood markets in Thailand and is centered on the Maeklong Railway's track. Whenever a train approaches, the awnings and shop fronts are moved back from the rails, to be replaced once the train has passed. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market consists of a maze of narrow canals. Female traders, often wearing traditional Mo Hom apparel with wide-brimmed straw hats (Ngob) use sampans to sell their wares, often produce. • Enjoy the unique experience to reach Maeklong Railway Market by taking a local train. • Visit Damnoen Saduak, the most famous floating market in Thailand filled with colorful boat vendors to explore. • Small-group tour limited to 12 for a more personalized experience

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 3h

   This market is nicknamed Talat Rom Hup in Thai which means the "umbrella pulldown market". It is one of the largest fresh seafood markets in Thailand and is centered on the Maeklong Railway's track. Whenever a train approaches, the awnings and shop fronts are moved back from the rails, to be replaced once the train has passed.

2. Stop 2 · 3h

   When you arrive at the market, see the amazing array of vendors in their boats, selling fresh products, from fruits and vegetables to prepared dishes. Explore the floating market at your leisure for about an hour and take time to try some authentic Thai foods, such as Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice, Boat Noodles or Coconut Ice Cream sold along the canal.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• Please make your own way to the meeting point and arrive 15–30 minutes before the departure time. Late arrivals of more than 15 minutes may be considered a no-show.

End point

• Finish your journey at MBK center.

• For the mentioned service. • Not transferable to any other service or person. • Please arrive in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled for departure. • Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund. • You can cancel your booking 2 days prior to your scheduled date of departure and receive a refund for cost of the tour.

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You come by yourself to meeting point.
• Dress code is smart casual and the minimum age is 5 years
• On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.