Damnoen Saduak Floating Market + Maeklong Railway Market Day Tour (Chinese-speaking Guide)

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, commonly known as Bangkok's "floating market," is a place closely connected to the daily lives of local residents. In the market, small boats selling goods crisscross along the canal, while the stilt houses of local riverine residents line the banks, together painting a quintessential and heart‑warming picture of Bangkok.

In the canal flanked by lush tropical trees, several boats laden with fruits and vegetables shuttle through the narrow waterways. The women vendors onboard, wearing distinctive straw hats, call out loudly to attract buyers. During peak hours, these small trading boats and passenger boats can cause traffic congestion on the canal, creating a lively and bustling scene.

Maeklong Railway Market

Maeklong Railway Market is a traditional market full of local character. Here, you can see stalls of the traditional market set up along both sides of the railway tracks, creating a unique spectacle. When a train is about to pass, the station sounds a warning whistle, and the stallholders quickly retract their stalls. Once the train has passed, the market quickly returns to its bustling trading state. This sight is truly a one‑of‑a‑kind wonder in the world!

Group size for 5 or more persons is capped at 10‑12 people

Train passing times: You can witness the amazing sight of the train passing through Maeklong Railway Market daily at 6:20, 8:30, 9:00, 11:10, 11:30, 14:30, 15:30, and 17:40.

Itinerary Overview

07:00‑08:00  Pick‑up from your hotel and head to the floating market (pick‑up time may vary slightly depending on hotel location)

10:30  Arrive at Maeklong Railway Market to watch the train pass through (train times may vary by season)

11:30  Arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, take an electric long‑tail boat or a rowing boat for a floating shopping experience

12:30  Stroll around the floating market, with an option to sample a wide variety of Thai snacks and fruits at your own expense

13:00  Board the vehicle to return to Bangkok. Option to be dropped off at your hotel or at the trendy new night market Jodd Fairs (if you choose the night market drop‑off, you will need to make your own way back to the hotel at your own expense)

15:00  Arrive at your destination, concluding a wonderful day trip.

The order of activities and locations in the itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or visitor numbers at the attractions on the day. We regret that no prior notice can be given, and we appreciate your understanding.

Luggage is not allowed at Damnoen Saduak

If your hotel is not within the pick‑up zone, please gather at Asia Hotel Bangkok. Hotel details are as follows:

Hotel Name: Asia Hotel Bangkok

Hotel Address: 296 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Thanon Phetchaburi, Khet Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400

Location Link: https://goo.gl/maps/546zFdHRRTYcordL7

GPS Coordinates: 13.751355580012312, 100.53109838574868

Free pick‑up zones: Siam Area, Silom Area, within Sukhumvit Soi 30, Pratunam, Khao San Road (some areas), Wireless Road, Sathon Road, Phaya Thai (some areas)