Jim was an amazing guide, I would highly recommend her. She’s knowledgeable, informative and very friendly. She took many photos of us that I will treasure always. Thank you so much Jim!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Travel accident insurance (up to 1,000,000 THB per person)
- Guide: In-person: English
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Motor boat ride in the Floating Market & train ride to Railway Market
- Hotel pickup and drop-off & private air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Pickup from hotel and travel to Maeklong market.
The whitish salt field, not a rice field, of course. A special bonus tour for our guests who join our floating and railway market tour in 2020. This sea salt is produced by Thai local wisdom. The salt farmer will rotate the sea water in different levels matching the strength of wind and sunlight. The rotation will continue until the salt becomes a “salt mountain” which are ready for cooking, skincare, and agriculture. On the Highway 35 in Samut Sakhorn province, our guide will lead you to rub the salt to your hand and take amazing photos!
The Railway Market is humorously called as the “life-risking” market! You will have fun riding a local train toward the Mae Klong station. While on this train, you will see the “Unseen-Thailand” experience. When the train signal rings up, the chaos will happen! Vendors will rush to detract their stall and clear away all goods that obstructs the running train at a great speed. Once the train passes, all shop owners will resume their stalls again.
You will observe how Thai farmers produce coconut nectar and palm sugar loaf. You will see a demonstration of coconut flower cutting, pouring the nectar into a bamboo container, putting preservation woods in the container, boiling up and pasteurizing the coconut nectar into the drinkable one. You will try squeezing coconut milk from coconut shell using a traditional Thai “rabbit-teeth” wooden machine.
Join us for an unforgettable journey to the renowned Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, one of Thailand's most historic and captivating markets. Your adventure begins with an exhilarating motorboat ride, immersing you in the vibrant atmosphere that has thrived on these waters for over a century. Glide through bustling canals, where you'll witness a lively market brimming with colorful boats and friendly vendors. Sample mouthwatering Thai delicacies, from sweet mango sticky rice to freshly-made coconut ice cream and authentic Thai-style boat noodles. This tour perfectly blends culture, history, and culinary delights, making it a must-do for both Thai and international visitors. Come soak in the unique charm of Thailand's floating markets and create lasting memories!
Travel from the floating market back to hotel.
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Reviews
We had a relaxing day, yet experienced a lot, all thanks to Lin's stories. Thank you for that, we would book it again anytime.
Was an amazing experience, everything on time, the women at the tour was vary kind and gentle seems like she know everything very well
Very interesting experience with markets on the water and railway. My children had an amazing time with the sights. In general in Thailand, our experience with tour guides’ English and accents can be difficult for us, but overall a great experience!
This was outstanding and our guide was very knowledgeable! Informed us of what to expect, gave us more than enough time to take photos, stroll the railroad market, gave us enough time to enjoy the floating market!!! What a wonderful wonderful experience!!!
The railway markets were a sight to be seen but it was all very rushed and the salt farm prior was quite uninteresting. My main issue was with the floating market though. It was so crammed full of tourist boats that it was difficult to get through and there was no chance to see what the market was really like, let alone buy anything. The worst thing however were firstly the snakes which people try to throw over your shoulder so that you will pay for a photo, there were so many of them in cages throughout and I’m sure they were either drugged and/or had there fangs removed. I almost cried when amidst all the noise, crowds, confusion and chaos, I saw someone holding a terrified little slow loris for people to take photos with. I’m sure it was not the only exotic animal there and they would all be equally as terrified, snakes included and it is for this reason that I would never recommend that anyone go there and especially anyone who has any love or respect for animals
Our tour with Lin and Kevin was absolutely incredible. The experience exceeded our expectations. Lin went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience. Her extensive knowledge and attentive care made us feel truly valued throughout the tour.
We had an amazing experience in floating & railway market, coconut and salt farms. Lin and Kevin accompanied us and they were so pleasant and warm. We could explore new places and their guidance was great.we truly enjoyed every moment.
Lin and Kevin were absolutely amazing. We were a large group with a few seniors folks, both of them were extremely patient, kind and helpful. If you are taking this tour, take it only with Lin and Kevin! They will take good pictures, negotiate with vendors for you, take you to all good places and ensure you have the best of the time! They even make sure no one photo bombs you or pushes you around in an overtly crowded market! We made so many memories, thanks to them!
Well organized. Confortable transportation. Very nice tourguide.. Pickup directly in Hoel. Must see in Bangkok.
Probably the best tour we have ever done. Lin and Kevin gave us a fantastic day. She was so informative and keen to teach us about her lovely country and people while Kevin gave us a very comfortable and safe drive. We loved the whole experience and Lin ensured we made the absolute most of our visit to the salt farm, train market, coconut farm and the floating market. She sent us some brilliant photos and video of our trip and was really helpful with directions for other sites in Bangkok. I can’t recommend her enough, it was brilliant
Lin was a delightful guide and Kevin was a lovely driver. The day's adventure included more than we hoped for. Lin's enthusiasm for each stop along the way made the experience memorable.
Our guide Lin and driver Kevin were wonderful! Lin had so much knowledge about each location we visited. She had excellent suggestions for us along the tour and captured every moment for us with videos and photos! She also spoke terrific English and helped us with our Thai. Kevin made us feel safe navigating the roads and helped us in and out of the car at each location. They both made the entire day enjoyable and unforgettable!
wonderful tour by Lin tour guide and Kevin driver Her english was easy to understand . We were on time and the excursion was fun . We did everything they said they would .
Lin tour guide and Kevin driver. Very courteous, friendly and informative. Would love another tour with this team. We did the train market and floating markets. Able To understand their English.
Lin the tour guide and Kevin the driver were a superb duo. English was magnificent and she was very knowledgeable. The tours were very informational and all of the encounters were friendly. Lin went above and beyond to ensure our safety and satisfaction. She was prompt with pick up and we felt very safe with the duration of the drive time. Her photos were also soooo good, highlight of the tour. Highly recommend her tour, you will be glad you chose it!
Lin was very knowledgeable and kind to our group! We enjoyed the market tours and had a great time on the tour! 10/10. We were able to leave our belongings on the tour bus without issue!
Great experience lin was my guide and I had a private tour her English was good and she had all the knowledge of the salt and coconut farms she explained the day from start to finish , as it was a private experience Lin had all the good spots sussed how to get on the train first to be off first and get photos of the front of the train before all the other passengers got there ! Also where to stand in the market so no others could be in front when the train came through as a photographer this was a fabulous bonus! The floating market was also amazing to see the aisan market on the water accessible by long tail boat ! And Kevin the driver , when some one gets the door for you every time it really is appreciated. Fabulous experience highly recommended!!
It was a really interesting tour. Adam and Mr. Rock showed and explained us a lot of things and were extremely nice the whole time.
Lin was amazing she gave me history information. A very good communicator in English. I am traveling by myself Lin second job should be photographer! She took many great photo of me on the train and other location to really help me show my time in Thailand! I'm grateful to have gotten her as a tour guide. She even gave me other suggestion to see and visit while in Thailand.
Fantastic tour. Lin and driver Kevin took my wife and I through three different and excellent experiences. Lin was fun and full of energy, and Kevin was a highly professional driver. The van was clean and comfortable van. First stop was taking us to ride on a local train, which traveled through the countryside outside of Bankok to a train market. A highly unique experience where dozens of venders line the tracks of an intimate train station, so intimate that the vendors need to move their goods away from the track when the train rolls in. Lin documented our experience with photos and videos, capturing our arrival to the market as we held our hands outside the train, high-fiving the shoppers and vendors. Lin also orchestrated a photo shoot, snapping pictures of us as we climbed the front of the train after arrival. At the market, I found a pair of Thai pants and my wife picked up some packages of dried mango to take home. Next, we drove to a coconut farm, a traditional and authentic venue. Lin thoughtfully guided us through the farm, telling us all about the products made from coconuts and giving us an opportunity to stir the coconut sugar along with the owner. This was a real farm making real product, and we experienced it up close and personal, and Lin was her informative and entertaining self. Lastly, we went to floating market, essentially a boat ride through a series of canals lined with vendors of all types. Unique and interesting. I highly suggest taking this tour, and would strongly recommend requesting guide Lin and driver Kevin. Again, Lin was highly entertaining and knowledgeable. She even helped us organize the following day, which was open and needed some attention to logistics.
Lin (guide) and Kevin (driver) were just terrific. They were fun and very attentive, and Lin taught us so many interesting things as we traveled to the train and floating markets and visited the coconut sugar farm. She went above and beyond the entire day, taking lots of photos of us and making the day super informative and fun! I highly recommend this tour!!!
Our tour guide Lin very lovely friendly and knowledgeable the driver Kevin very safety polite and helpful. I love this tour too much fun.
Our tour guide, Lin, was exceptional. Quite fluent in English, with an accent that was easy to follow. She kept us informed all along the way; very knowledgeable. She made sure we saw the highlights of everything. Kevin, our driver was helpful and pleasant.
Excellent service Thanks ลืน We enjoyed a nice, interesting trip to the salt farm, rail way market, coconut farm and floating market. Lin our guide was excellent and enthusiastic and made sure we were all taken care of. Kevin was our driver was great!
This tour with Lin(guide) and Kevin(driver) was amazing. First of all I was looking for a private and professional tour, because I wanted to a personalized day without to much people. I can tell you that Lin exceeded my expectations. She knows everything about those places we visited and also gave us always the best spots to take pictures of us and that minutes before all the people came to do same. Lin isn't just a guide She is also a "professional" photographer :). Jokes apart she took us like more than 100 pictures of us on multiple situations without asking her to do it. That way you can just enjoy the beautiful places without to think about pictures or ask people to help you with that. Kevin, the driver was really polite and drove really safe. Also really appreciated that everytime we hade to go in car he prepared it minutes in advance to be sure that we could enjoy the aircon the moment we jumped inside. I really recommend you this tour. I'm not kind of person putting reviews on websites, but this time I felt like I hade to do because Lin really deserves it. You can go and book it without to be afraid to be disappointed. Rate : 12/10
Lin and Kevin , did a fantastic job explaining everything to us on the way to our excursion to the floating market. Her English was very good and Kevin was a fantastic driver! At the end all the videos and pictures she took she shared with use so we had a ton of photos from our trip. We learned so much about him he Market and Train station market the history was amazing. Thank you two so much
Lin & Kevin were just great! Kevin is so courteous and Lin shares every last detail in great length. So much information about the Thai culture. Can’t wait to share our trip with everyone back home. Thank you so much!!
Our tour of the Floating and Railway markets was amazing. Our guide Lin and driver Kevin did a wonderful job making sure we enjoyed the trip. The professionalism was displayed even before the tour started, with clear communication about the tour. Pickup was on-time and at the hotel. The drive to the railway was great, Kevin was a very professional and safe driver while Lin explained in great English the history behind the markets and answered other questions of ours. When the train was late, they were able to find seats for us and explained what was going on. While on the train and in the market, she took our photos and made sure we had a great time. The floating market was similar, brought us around by boat and was flexible when we wanted to shop a bit. While we were the ones negotiating the prices, Lin made sure that we were not scammed. Overall it was a great experience. I would highly recommend this tour with Lin and Kevin as they are very trustworthy and made for a fun tour.
Lin and Kevin were amazing! They were both so kind, thoughtful, and tailored to our interests. Lin was so knowledgeable, answering every question we had, and her English was excellent. She was always making sure that we weren't waiting in long lines and also provided tips for other areas of interest along the way. She knew everyone, which made everything a breeze and feel very natural. Kevin is the man! He was always looking out for us, and we were never waiting. He also made sure that we were comfortable the entire tour. Thank you both so much!
The tour was great. Very enjoyable, safe, and highly recommended. Our guide and driver were very knowledgeable and kind.
Great tour full of surprises and emotions, dear Giuda Lin together with the driver pampered us all the time, we had a lot of fun🥳🥳🥳super recommended🤠🤠🤠🤠
It was a wonderful experience, the tour is very complete and well organized, Lyn was fantastic, she pampered us all day, we never found ourselves in the crowd of tourists as every move was studied in detail. Super recommended!!!!!
The experience has been amazing, from the first moment it has been very punctual, friendly and pleasant. Throughout the tour we have felt very happy,Pailin is an amazing girl with a lovely personality. Besides that you care about taking some amazing photos and give us the best information of the places we visited. Thank you so much!!!
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