- Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - Damnoensaduak is considered one of the most famous and attractive travel destinations. Historically, Damnoensaduak was the name of a canal dug during the reign of King Rama IV by military personnel and residents of Rajburi, Samutsakorn, and Samutsongkram Provinces, under the direction of Phayasrisuriyawong, the Minister of Defence. In those days, without rivers and canals, transportation was nearly impossible. Concerned about the country’s future economic growth, King Rama IV ordered the canal to be dug to connect the Taachin River in Samutsakorn Province with the Maklong River in Samutsongkram Province.
Today, Damnoensaduak is a district in Rajburi Province. Most residents live densely along both sides of the canal from one end to the other. The majority are farmers who grow various fruits and vegetables, such as oranges, grapes, papayas, cabbages, beans, and onions. The land in this area is naturally fertile. Besides providing transportation, the Damnoensaduak Canal supplies farmers with adequate water for agriculture year-round. More than 200 small canals were dug by local peasants to connect with it, ensuring water reaches their land. These small canals also serve as convenient routes for transporting agricultural products to markets in neighboring provinces and Bangkok. From about 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., the Floating Market is bustling with hundreds of vendors and buyers in small rowing boats, selling, buying, or exchanging goods. Most of what they sell includes food, fruit, and vegetables from their own orchards.
• An old trading market rich in history and culture
• Unique experience of shopping on floating boats and sampans
• Opportunity to take a leisurely boat ride around the market
• Countryside and scenic landscapes of Rachaburi Province
• Insight into the lifestyle of locals who live and work on the water
Itinerary:
06:30: Pick up from various hotels.
07:00: Depart Bangkok for Rachaburi Province.
08:30: Arrive at the Boat Pier and enjoy the rural scenery by long-tail speed boat to the Floating Market.
09:00: Arrive at the Floating Market, almost untouched by the modern world. Enjoy watching farmers sell food, fruits, flowers, and various local products from their boats.
10:30: Optional tour to visit the Snake Farm, paddle boat around the farmer village, or free time at the market area.
12:00: Depart for Bangkok.
14:00: Return to the hotel.
- Thailand Travel Agency by Sun Leisure World - Tour operator
- Long-tail boat ride to Damnoen Saduak floating market
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Standard rates include Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Immerse yourself in Thai traditions at the Damneon Saduak Floating Market. Master the Thai skill of bargaining as you interact with locals, notable for their wooden hats, offloading tropical fruits, coconut sugar confectionery, mango sticky rice, and tom yum from their manually paddled boats.
• Unique floating market adventure
• Get a glimpse of the local way of life along these linked waterways
• Savor tasty local delicacies and seasonally fresh fruits
• Renowned floating market offering vibrant crafts and fresh produce
• Convenient hotel pickup and return transport from Bangkok
- We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
- 48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
