Enjoy a unique experience in Thailand by visiting two of its most iconic markets: the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the famous Maeklong Railway Market. This tour combines tradition, color, and local life, making it one of the most picturesque excursions from Bangkok.
The journey begins with a drive through rice paddies and salt fields before reaching Damnoen Saduak, located 110 kilometers west of the capital. There, you’ll board a long-tailed boat to glide along the canals surrounded by fruit plantations and traditional Thai houses. At the floating market, you’ll be amazed by boats loaded with fruits, vegetables, and handicrafts, while enjoying the chance to practice your bargaining skills and taste authentic local flavors.
The next stop is the Maeklong Railway Market, one of Thailand’s most astonishing spectacles. Here, stalls are set up right on the train tracks, and when a train approaches, vendors swiftly fold away their awnings and remove their goods, only to put everything back in place seconds after the train passes. It is a fascinating display of everyday life adapted to the rhythm of the railway.
After this unforgettable excursion, you will return to Bangkok with lasting memories of unique images and authentic cultural experiences. Without a doubt, it is one of the must-see tours for those who wish to discover the vibrant and traditional essence of Thailand.