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Bangkok Damnoen Saduak Floating and Railway Market Guided Tour

Bangkok Damnoen Saduak Floating and Railway Market Guided Tour

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Start a half day tour by picked up at your hotel and driven about 100km southwest of Bangkok to Ratchaburi Province. Enroute visit the Mae Klong railway market. This famous live action market is also called; Talad Rom Hoop, roughly translates to closing an umbrella or awning. As the name suggests, part of the market is situated on the railway. After train coming and see how wonder of this market are, we continue to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. This world- famous floating market located about 30 minutes by drive. Harking back to a time when water transport was the primary mode of transportation, the floating market features fresh fruits, flowers, colorful clothing, souvenirs and more along the waterways and on vendor boats. Then, sightseeing 100 years history old market, Lao Tuk Luck (the old Damnoen Saduak Market) where tourists still see the old-style wooden house with traditional way of selling and buying food, snack, etc. Walk around and check out the many stalls or rent a paddle boat (at your own expenses) to experience the market from water. Along the way back to Bangkok, step to the local sugar palm farm where demonstrate how local produces their sugar product.

Highlights

Pass through the old market of Lao Tuk Luck to see the old style of trading
Explore the shops for fresh produce, tasty street food, and unique souvenirs
Visit Mae Klong Railway Market, an unusual food market on a railway track
Indulge your senses with a medley of sights and sounds on bustling waterways
Ride a boat through the marshes into the floating market of Damnoen Saduak

Things to Note

Accessibility : What to bring Comfortable shoes, Sunglasses Sun, hat, Sunscreen, Comfortable clothes, Cash
Dress code : Wear light, breathable clothing suitable for the warm weather.
Restriction : Be mindful of local customs and etiquette, especially when visiting temples or interacting with locals
Restriction : Always ask for permission before taking photos of people, especially monks or vendors.

What to Expect

Escape Bangkok's bustling streets for a day exploring the cultural delights of Ratchaburi Province. Your adventure begins with a visit to the incredible Mae Klong Railway Market, where vendors skillfully navigate the tracks moments before a train arrives. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a historical center of commerce boasting fresh produce, flowers, and handicrafts on traditional vendor boats. Continue to the century-old Lao Tuk Luck Market, where charming wooden houses offer a glimpse into traditional Thai shopping. Finally, witness the local sugar production process at a working palm farm before returning to Bangkok with unforgettable memories.