Tour in Bangkok

Overhead view of five wooden boats with vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and grilled food at a floating market
5.0(52)
From $29.00
per person
8h 30m
Day Trips & Excursions
Bangkok

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour with Train & Michelin +Pickup

At a Glance

Type
Day Trips & Excursions
Duration
8h 30m
Rating
5.0/5 (52)
Price
From $29.00/person
Fitness
Low. The tour involves si...

Tour Details

Unlike many standard floating market tours, this experience offers a longer canal journey, authentic Thai food experiences, memorable cultural moments, and complimentary hotel pickup within the Bangkok city area. (1)Extended 80-minute canal boat experience: Enjoy an 80-minute long-tail boat ride through both main canals and smaller waterways, longer than most tours. (2)Maeklong Railway Market & vintage train ride: Visit the famous Maeklong Railway Market and experience a short vintage train ride. (3)Michelin Bib Gourmand mango sticky rice: Taste Michelin Bib Gourmand mango sticky rice with Thai drinks and snacks. (4)Lunch on the boat: Enjoy Pad Thai served during the canal cruise. (5)Salt Lake Café experience: Relax at Salt Lake De Maeklong Café with complimentary saltwater foot therapy. (6)Complimentary travel photography Each guest receives 5 professional photos after the trip. (7)Custom themed luxury minibus Travel in a custom-decorated luxury minibus designed for this route.

What Makes This Tour Special

This tour offers an extended 80-minute canal boat ride through both major and minor waterways, providing a more in-depth view than typical tours. It combines a visit to the Maeklong Railway Market with a vintage train ride, includes tasting Michelin-recognized mango sticky rice, and features a meal served on the boat. The Salt Lake Café stop with saltwater foot therapy and professional travel photography add to the experience.
  • Extended boat ride covering smaller canals not commonly included in standard tours.
  • Inclusion of Maeklong Railway Market visit and vintage train ride.
  • Sampling of Michelin Bib Gourmand mango sticky rice paired with traditional Thai drinks.
  • Lunch served on the boat during the canal cruise, focusing on freshly prepared Pad Thai.
  • Complimentary saltwater foot therapy session at Salt Lake De Maeklong Café.

Historical Background

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market dates back to the 1960s, originally serving as a trading hub where locals sold agricultural products directly from boats along the canals. The Maeklong Railway Market developed alongside a railway track built in the early 20th century, where vendors sell goods on platforms that retract when trains pass.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This day trips & excursions activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 52 reviews, running 8h 30m from $29.00 per person.

Best For

FamiliesBudget travelers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Well-reviewed: 52 ratings
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Inclusions not listed

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