Floating Markets of Damnoen Saduak
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Duration: 5h
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- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transportation by car / mini-van / coach with professional driver.
- A professional English-speaking guide.
- All entrance and donation fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
What's not included- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees.
- Transfers from and to airport, sea/river ports, train stations that are located inside or outside of the city center and others are NOT included in the service and supplements will applied.
- Transfers from and to hotels and resorts that are located outside of the city center are NOT included in the service and supplements will applied.
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- We can pick-up from your hotel located in Bangkok city center.
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8084P10- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This tour is operated both on private basis as well as on joint / Seat-In-Coach basis. Joint tours are operated with an English-speaking guide only.
- Transfers are only operated within the downtown Bangkok areas and restricted to main hotels only. Regions outside the central business district such as Khao San Road, Rattanakosin, Nonthaburi, Thonburi, Minburi, both International Airports, Ratchadapisek and upper Sukhumvit (Soi 55 and further) are excluded and supplementary charges apply.
- We regret that are unable to provide pick-up and drop-off transfer services from and to apartment complexes, local guest houses or private apartments. We advise you kindly to head on your own arrangement to the nearest hotel inside the downtown Bangkok area. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
- There will be ample time for customers to spend time on their own to admire the sites at their own pace or browse along the shops for souvenirs. When additional time needs to be allocated for more time at leisure or shopping, this can be discussed with the guide on spot.
- Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
- In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
- This tour is operated only in the morning.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- What you can expect during your visit
- Temperature checks for tour participants upon arrival
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Community- Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
- Which attractions will I visit with Floating Markets of Damnoen Saduak?
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- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8084P10
Itinerary
- You'll get picked upSee departure details
- 1Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub)Stop: 30 minutesSee details
- 2Damnoen Saduak Floating MarketStop: 2 hoursSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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oisin m
00PALLETS
Yeah yeah I get it , green space in the busy city, yada yada yada We got the boat over, hired bikes , cycled round…
midorishimoda
00Wear hiking shoes. Beautiful and memorable scenes.
Drove to Phraya Nakhon Cave ticket office. (decided to take the shorter hike to the cave. I was 72 wife 62) Wa…
Andrew H
00Do not waste your time and money
This is a non tour, its a taxi service. The tour itself is conducted by the people at the site and the tickets can …
652marinav
00Great tour
Our guide was friendly and well informed! It was comfortable and great to see the most important sites of Bangkok.
KTRutland
00Exciting and interesting 2 day tour
My wife and I enjoyed the 2 day tour to River Kwai and Jungle rafts overnight. The first day started for us at 6am …
M6120CNhughm
00Not worth the money
The tour was $111 for two and barely lasted a half hour (it did include a short taxi ride to and from our hotel). …
juliecA2262LH
00Interesting, fun, too fast.
A great introduction to the area and the history. Good if you only have a couple days. However, the visits to the m…
AriWill
00Nice one!
Been here twice and it was great! Nice outdoor activity. We didn’t have much time to enjoy but it was great though.
Passport592859
00History and tranquillity in Kanchanaburi
The tour was so well organised, and all the logistics clearly communicated. The Death Railway museum in Kanchanabu…
Simon B
00Two-days River Kwai Jungle Rafts Discovery Tour
The trip was superb, from the guides to the venues. Highlights for me was the beautiful unique hotel, the visit to …
paulrU3860WQ
00Beautiful place to visit.
Beautiful place to visit. The map and audio guide leave a little to be desired but I would thoroughly recommend a v…
drltravels
00No guide needed
Our guide was great so this is not a reflection on her. However, it was not necessary to use a guide for this trip.…
Laurence W
00Cannot book solo. 3 hours isn't long enough if you like art and architecture.
Guide was very friendly and quite knowledgeable. But - I only wanted one ticket, but had to buy two, and couldn't …
alavivre R
00Nice trip to relax
Although we travel thailand for some years, we decided this time to start our trip with this guided tour, to "arriv…
L8216GMalexandrat
00Great day out
Fantastic trip with fantastic guide. Lots of information shared about the grand palace and Thai life we loved it. B…
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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Paul Baker
London, UK30 contributions
Jan 2020
One to tick off your list, but once you are on board you are locked in for a perusal of 99 things you would never ordinarily buy!
That said, a bit of fun, if a little murky and we only paid for 45 minutes to whizz around, which I can assure you is more than enough time unless you are hopping off for a bite to eat in the main section (which is possible). Double up with the train market (do that one first) and it is a full morning done outside of Bangkok.....
That chap in my review picture sums up the enthusiasm unless you want to buy!!
That said, a bit of fun, if a little murky and we only paid for 45 minutes to whizz around, which I can assure you is more than enough time unless you are hopping off for a bite to eat in the main section (which is possible). Double up with the train market (do that one first) and it is a full morning done outside of Bangkok.....
That chap in my review picture sums up the enthusiasm unless you want to buy!!
Written February 2, 2020
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Niels S
Dear Bakes1
Reviews such as this one from your side are seen as personal views of a tradition that has been a part of the Thai culture since the beginning of the Kingdom. The grounds of the Danmern Saduak Floating market are old and have been the base of what is now seen as one of the country’s must-see landmarks.
Of course, we sincerely apologize that you and your travel companions did not enjoy the floating market based on the overly present commercial factor. It is with many bucket list landmarks across the globe that buying souvenirs and reminders of a visit to a destination is part of the experience.
We appreciate your positive view on the Maeklong Railroad market as a positive light during your Thailand visit. It has certainly added value to how our customers see and experience Thailand.
With kind regards
Asian Trails Thailand
Written February 2, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Vacation561238
7 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
There are a lot of bad reviews about this. Yes they try to sell you things, and yes they hook your boat but you are not obliged to buy and a friendly no thank you does the trick. Just be open minded and smile and enjoy the scenery. Try to spot a goanna in the quiter parts of the waterways and get your longboat captain to turn it up. Good fun overall.
Written January 11, 2020
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Niels S
Dear Vacatio
Thank you very much for your honest and personal experience visiting the Damnern Saduak Floating Market.
Taking up its own spot as must-see around Bangkok, it is an institution that certainly is not left aside when first-time explorers enter the Kingdom of Thailand. We wholeheartedly support and agree with your review to look it from this perspective and see that there is indeed a bit more than meets the eye. The right perception on Damnern Saduak, located outside Bangkok, is a good starting point to see the hereditary story behind its existence.
It has been our sincere pleasure showing you this landmark in Thailand’s vast list of must-sees, and we’re looking forward showing you (much) more in the near future.
With kind regards
Asian Trails Thailand
Written January 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jonathan W
7 contributions
Sep 2018 • Family
The floating market is everything that it looks like and was a good experience. There were vendors selling gifts and food on boats, but there was no place to throw your rubbish after.
Hired a private car to bring us to the floating market, but was brought to a boat hire approximately 500m upstream from the market instead. At this boat hire, they hardsold private boats at THB2000 per boat and did not allow group sharing with other tourists (1st sign of a scam). Not wanting to miss out visiting the floating market, we ultimately agreed THB 1000 for a 45min boat trip. We only found out later that you could drive to the market and take a boat from the market itself for only THB 100.
I hope that no one else gets scammed by these private boat hires.
Hired a private car to bring us to the floating market, but was brought to a boat hire approximately 500m upstream from the market instead. At this boat hire, they hardsold private boats at THB2000 per boat and did not allow group sharing with other tourists (1st sign of a scam). Not wanting to miss out visiting the floating market, we ultimately agreed THB 1000 for a 45min boat trip. We only found out later that you could drive to the market and take a boat from the market itself for only THB 100.
I hope that no one else gets scammed by these private boat hires.
Written October 3, 2018
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Vacation689514
5 contributions
Oct 2022
Complete rip-off, your driver will take you to a boat tour place nearby the markets for a tour of floating markets which was fine but that's when it all goes south. They will ask for a stupid amount of money for a 1 hour boat tour ($3k Baht) which includes nothing unless you barter or closer to argue with them. Then when the boat tour begins the driver will go slow past every shop putting you in the awkward spot of saying no a million times to everything they have to sell. Our driver cut the engine and stopped the boat completely at his friend's and family's shops and made us stay there for what felt like forever as we had to just sit there and politely repeat ourselves over and over and over again that we weren't interested.
The tour went for less than an hour and honestly, that was probably the best part as we did not enjoy any of it. We tried hard to be positive throughout the tour despite the feeling that the whole thing is just a massive tourist scam but at the end of the day it was just a massive tourist scam and it does piss you off. The boat ride never got any better, you honestly end up just boating around these rubbish-filled canals for 3/4 of the time. We have been in Thailand 10 days throughout Phuket and Bangkok and it's the first bad experience we've had. You live and you learn but I certainly didn't want to buy the plate with a picture of us on it to remember the experience by that they try extremely hard to flog you at the end of the tour lol.
The tour went for less than an hour and honestly, that was probably the best part as we did not enjoy any of it. We tried hard to be positive throughout the tour despite the feeling that the whole thing is just a massive tourist scam but at the end of the day it was just a massive tourist scam and it does piss you off. The boat ride never got any better, you honestly end up just boating around these rubbish-filled canals for 3/4 of the time. We have been in Thailand 10 days throughout Phuket and Bangkok and it's the first bad experience we've had. You live and you learn but I certainly didn't want to buy the plate with a picture of us on it to remember the experience by that they try extremely hard to flog you at the end of the tour lol.
Written October 10, 2022
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Aurelien B
Asia141 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
It takes a long time to go there, people are not friendly, it is over priced and what is really annoying is the huge number of useless shops! They are selling the same stuff you can find anywhere in Bangkok, for a crazy price! I have followed the recommendation from our hotel because I didn't know this one but I have been really disappointed. It's definitely a NO GO!
Written January 1, 2019
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stal0311
Phoenix, AZ4 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
I have never written a review but will be writing several because of my trip to Thailand/ Cambodia. The rest of the reviews are amazing but this was the one thing I wish I could have skipped. We hired a taxi to take us from Bangkok, and was told upon arrival it would be 1000 baht for him to wait for us (as you need a Bangkok drivers license to return to Bangkok by taxi). Then it costs another 1000 (maybe 1500 I can't quite remember) to even get in the boat... then they drive you to each stall but all of the merchandise is 3 times the price you will find in Bangkok. My advice (if you are interested) would be to take a river tour in Bangkok and hit up Chinatown for some GREAT deals. The whole excursion cost more than the Phi Phi islands day trip we took in Phuket (which is SO worth the money btw).
Written March 18, 2018
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finesilver
Denver, CO2,353 contributions
Dec 2019
I enjoyed this market alot, you go there, get in a boat and tool around the area, you can stop, shop and even buy things and great food from other boats passing by. Lots of tourists but it was very unique and I have not seen a place like this in all of my travels. Great food too and many colorful photo ops too. I enjoyed it. It is worth the time to go seek it out out of Bangkok and to also pair it with a tour of the railway nearby with the market there too. I loved it.
Written December 12, 2019
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Niels S
Dear finesilver
Such a joy to read how thoroughly you’ve enjoyed the Damnern Saduak Floating Market.
The authentic vibe, the hustle and bustle of an institution of how commerce was driven a century ago are key elements of how once the waterways were used for bringing good to the customers and how customers interact with traders from across the region. It is great to read that there are lots of photo opportunities you’ve found around the floating market. We’re happy to read you’ve had a great time with our guide on this venture outside of Bangkok.
We appreciate your positive view on the Damnern Saduak as a positive light during your Thailand visit. It has certainly added value to how our customers see and experience Thailand.
With kind regards
Asian Trails Thailand
Written December 13, 2019
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Yaminah C
9 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
It was a beautiful experience, and our tour guide was amazing. A lot of the stuff sold on the river could found much cheaper in the markets. But it’s an experience we enjoyed and we bought some beautiful paintings
Written December 9, 2019
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HelsBels1967
Torquay, UK110 contributions
After visiting Floating Market in Vietnam, was so looking forward to doing one in Thailand, well what can I say no boats selling produce, all purpose built huts with the same stuff in them, if we could of got of the boat we would of
Written November 24, 2019
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Niels S
Dear HelsBel
Thank you very much for your honest and personal experience visiting the Danmern Saduak Floating Market. We do regret reading that this visit was not up to your expectations and, according to your review, incomparable with the floating markets in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.
Thailand’s most famous floating market forms an essential part of must-sees for visitors to Thailand. The market’s popularity has indeed seen a change in sales opportunities, yet the concept has retained its original set-up. We completely understand that you made a comparison with previous floating markets and that this visit has been a disappointment has been noted.
We profoundly hope that our Asian Trails execution of the tour has been a satisfactory one, were guide and transportation services exceeded expectations.
With kind regards
Asian Trails Thailand
Written November 26, 2019
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Pete B
Henley-on-Thames, UK72 contributions
This is a purpose built floating market for tourists selling the same rubbish , nothing authentic about it save yourself 2500 baht and go see the train market for free which is an amazing experience with a true working market
Written November 24, 2019
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Niels S
Dear maltsters
Reviews such as this one from your side are seen as personal views of a tradition that has been a part of the Thai culture since the beginning of the Kingdom. The grounds of the Danmern Saduak Floating market are old and have been the base of what is now seen as one of the country’s must-see landmarks. It is unfortunate to read that the views are inaccurate and that this has been a legacy in the Ratchaburi province for generations.
Of course, we sincerely apologize that you and your travel companions did not enjoy the floating market. Our interest in showing visitors this institution, 100 kilometres outside of Bangkok, is on the forefront of our operations since our inception in 1999. It is truly unfortunate that your impression has been dissatisfactory and we wholeheartedly agree that the market has been a key attraction for tourism. We of course, as a reputable and responsible company, will inform all concerned about your experiences
We appreciate your positive view on the Maeklong Railroad market as a positive light during your Thailand visit. It has certainly added value to how our customers see and experience Thailand.
With kind regards
Asian Trails Thailand
Written November 26, 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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| Duration | 300 minutes |