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Bangkok Half-Day Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour

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Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationGuided

Why we love it?

This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the vibrant culture of Thailand, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in local traditions and cuisine. Beginning with a visit to a traditional Thai abode, you'll witness the art of palm sugar production and explore the lush surroundings, home to various local animals. As you glide along the narrow canals on a paddle boat, you'll catch glimpses of daily life along the waterway before arriving at the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Here, you can spend an hour exploring the market at your leisure, sampling authentic dishes like Pad Thai and Mango Sticky Rice from the colorful vendors. This tour suits food lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike, providing a delightful blend of sights, tastes, and experiences.

Inclusions

One-way hotel pickup from selected central Bangkok areas
Paddleboat fee to the floating market
English-speaking guide
Water
Insurance

Exclusions

Lunch
Long-tail boat ride inside the market (around 150 Baht for a 25-30 min ride)
Personal expenses
Tips

Itinerary

Depart from Bangkok in the morning and head to Ratchaburi Province, home of the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

Along the way, make a quick stop to visit a traditional Thai house, where you can see locals making palm sugar. Explore the house and its surrounding area, which is home to many different animals living on the coconut plantation.

Continue your trip by boarding a paddle boat for a ride along narrow canals to the floating market. See the local houses lining the canals and take a quick glance at their way of living, while you pass by.

Once 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.

Meet up with your guide to head back to the meeting point in Bangkok, where you will arrive between 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM.

Please Note

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Please note that the tour does not offer a long-tail boat ride inside the market, however you may purchase it directly from a local vendor (around 150 Baht for a 25-30 minute ride) Booking Security Check: At pickup, the lead traveler may be required to present the original Viator voucher, a valid photo ID matching the booking name, and the payment card used for payment. A signature may also be required. If the cardholder is not traveling, please contact Viator Support before pickup. Service may be withheld until verification is completed. No copies of your ID or payment card will be retained.