Explore Thailand’s Floating Market with Paddle Boat Adventure

4.5 (2 reviews) Bangkok, Thailand
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Duration7h
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LanguagesThai, English
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience rural Thai culture and explore the canal waterways outside the capital on this tour to the Damnoen Saduak floating markets from Bangkok.

The Floating Market Tour, including a Paddle Boat Ride, offers a unique and immersive way to experience Thailand's traditional markets. During this guided tour, you'll visit one of the most famous floating markets in the region, where vendors sell fresh produce, snacks, and local crafts directly from their boats. The highlight of the tour is the paddle boat ride, which allows you to glide through the vibrant market, taking in the sights and sounds of this lively waterway. As you explore the market from the comfort of your boat, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase authentic Thai goods and enjoy delicious local food. This charming, picturesque experience gives you a glimpse into the country’s unique waterborne culture, providing a memorable and picturesque adventure.

Options

Joined Tour & Hotel Pick Up

Hotel Pick Up: Hotel Pick up Included and drop off at River City (Central BKK)
Pickup included

Joined Tour (No Hotel Pick Up)

Meeting Point: Passengers to meet at Royal City Shopping Mall at 7am for bus to depart at 720am

What's included

  • Paddle boat ride to the market of approximately 30 minutes
  • One Way Transfer from your Hotel and return back to River City Bangkok
  • Guided tour of Rachaburi Province and Damnoen Saduak district
  • Live commentary in English

What to expect

  1. 1h 30m
    The most well-known and popular of all of Thailand's floating markets. This gives visitors a great insight into what the floating market was like back in the old days.
  2. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
    1h 30m
    One of the most famous floating markets in the Bangkok city is Damnoen Saduak floating market. It's large and full of life. It's located about 80 kilometers from the capital in Ratchaburi Province. Owing to its huge popularity, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market near Bangkok is a must see!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please be at River City by 7am for a departure of 720am. Guide will be waiting outside the mall.

End point

Please be at River City by 7am for a departure of 720am. Guide will be waiting outside the mall.

Pickup details

All centrally located Bangkok hotels
Pick up Zones
Sukhumvit 1-39 , 2-26 : 6.30 am
Khaosan : 6.30 am
Pratunam : 6.30 am
Silom : 7.00 am.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please Note: Paddle boats do not have life-jackets small enough for very young children. Adults are responsible for their children at all times
  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the pick up time you may be considered a No Show.
  • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time.
  • Rates for child apply to those between the heights of 90-140 cm. Child height over than 140 cm. and/or older than 10 yrs old is considered to adult rate.
  • Please Note: Paddle boat ride around floating markets will be approximately 30 minutes
  • You will have approximately 2-3 hours to spend at the market. Please allow 6 hours for the whole day.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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