From Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour

6 hours • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationGuided • Operated by MY Holiday Centre

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.
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Inclusions

  • One way pick up at hotel
  • Paddleboat fee to the floating market
  • English-speaking guide
  • Water
  • Insurance

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Long-tail boat ride: purchase it from a local vendor (around 150 Baht for a 25-30 min ride)

Itinerary

Stop 1

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

Stop 2

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.

Stop 3

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.

Stop 4

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) Pickup is available from the following areas: Sathorn, Silom, Siam, Pratunam, Khao San Road, Charoenkrung Road, or the Sukhumvit area between Soi 1-39 and 2-24. Please wait in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
  • One way pick up from Bangkok major area extra 100 baht / person*

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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