Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok
Experience Three Iconic Thai Destinations in One Unforgettable Day!
Start your adventure at the famous Maeklong Railway Market, one of the most unique markets in the world, where vendors casually pull back their awnings as the train passes right through the middle of the market!
Next, head to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand’s most iconic (though touristy) floating market. Glide through narrow canals in a traditional long-tail boat and take in the lively scene, with colorful stalls lining the water (mainly offering souvenirs for visitors).
In the afternoon, journey back in time to the majestic ruins of Ayutthaya, the former royal capital of Siam and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Strolling through these historic grounds offers a glimpse into Thailand’s rich past and architectural heritage.
This full-day tour is the perfect blend of vibrant local culture, breathtaking photo stops, and awe-inspiring history, all in one day!
Maximum of 12 participants per group.
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok
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What's included in Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
The Mae Klong Railway Market dates back to 1905. Fishing has long been a main source of income for the local community, and the market became a key place for selling fresh catch and produce. When officials built a railway to help transport goods to other provinces, the market didn't disappear; instead, it adapted. To this day, vendors continue to sell their goods right on the tracks. Just moments before the train passes, they swiftly pull back their awnings and move their baskets and trays, only to resume business as usual once the train has passed. It’s a fascinating and truly unique sight: chaotic, impressive, and unmistakably Thai! The total duration includes travel time from Bangkok to Maeklong Market.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
We'll visit Thailand’s most famous floating market: Damnoen Saduak. Upon arrival, you'll board a traditional long-tail boat for a ride through the canals, offering a glimpse into life along the waterways. The Damnoen Saduak canal was commissioned in 1866 by King Rama IV to connect the Mae Klong and Tha Chin rivers and improve water transport between the Ratchaburi and Samut Sakhon provinces. Photographs of this colorful and bustling market are among the most widely featured in travel brochures about Thailand. While the market today caters largely to tourists, it still offers an unforgettable experience with its lively atmosphere, boats, and canal scenes. Note: Damnoen Saduak is undeniably touristy these days, and while it may not feel fully authentic anymore, it remains one of the best places to experience a floating market.
Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
Wat Phanan Choeng is one of Ayutthaya’s oldest and most revered temples, founded in 1324; 26 years before the city itself was officially established. The temple is renowned for its massive seated Buddha image, known as Luang Pho Tho, which stands 19 meters tall and is considered one of the most beautiful in Thailand. It’s a deeply spiritual site for many Thai Buddhists, who come to pay their respects and make merit. The temple is still actively used and offers a lively, authentic atmosphere. Entrance fee of THB 20 per person is not included and must be paid in cash on the day of the tour. The total duration includes travel time from Damnoen Saduak to Ayutthaya.
Inclusions
- English speaking guide
- One bottle of drinking water per person
- Transportation by airconditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick up and drop off (ONLY within our regular service area)
- Personal expenses
- Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
- Wat Mahathat
- Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
- Lunch
- Snacks - soft drinks/alcoholic beverages (optional)
- Gratuities for driver and guide (optional)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We provide hotel pick-up only from accommodations located on/near Khao San Road and on Siam Square. If you are not an actual guest at one of the hotels in our pick-up list, the designated meeting point will be our office on Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. IMPORTANT: The exact pick-up time will be sent to you via private message on the booking platform 1 day before the tour. Depending on the number of participants, hotel pick-up will be between 6:30 – 6:50 hrs. Please check your email (including junk folder) carefully the day before your tour to avoid any delays or missed departures.
- Bangkok’s traffic is notorious and often extremely congested. As our tours operate on a group basis, we kindly ask everyone to be on time. We can only wait for a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After the 10 minutes grace period, the guide will start with the tour. If you’re unable to make it on time, please inform us before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day or time slot. Please note that a rescheduling fee will apply.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We provide hotel pick-up only from accommodations located on/near Khao San Road and on Siam Square. If you are not an actual guest at one of the hotels in our pick-up list, the designated meeting point will be our office on Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. IMPORTANT: The exact pick-up time will be sent to you via private message on the booking platform 1 day before the tour. Depending on the number of participants, hotel pick-up will be between 6:30 – 6:50 hrs. Please check your email (including junk folder) carefully the day before your tour to avoid any delays or missed departures.
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is at our WanderSiam office in Chao Khamrop Road. Chao Khamrop Road is close to Phlapphla Chai 2 Police Station and right next to the Tai Hong Kong Shrine. (For taxi drivers: สถานีตำรวจนครบาลพลับพลาไชย).
