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Floating & Railway Markets and Coconut Farm Tour: An Off-The-Beat Experience

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Khwaeng Pathum Wan

Experience the unique Floating & Railway Markets and Coconut Farm Tour, where you'll explore popular destinations and discover the intriguing history of a local Chinese shrine. Plus, learn how to make coconut sugar at a coconut farm.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Bangkok - Pickup from hotel and travel to Maeklong market.
Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub) - The Railway Market is humorously called the “life-risking” market! You will have fun riding a local train toward the MaeKlong station. While on this train, you will see the “Unseen-Thailand’’ experience. When the train signal rings, chaos will happen! Vendors will rush to detract their stall and clear away all goods that obstruct the running train at a great speed. Once the train passes, all shop owners will resume their stalls again. Note: travel from your hotel to the Maeklong Market takes about 1 hours 45 minutes.
Coconut Sugar Farm - 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 a coconut shell using a traditional Thai “rabbit-teeth” wooden machine. Note: travel from the coconut farm to your hotel takes about 1 hours 45 minutes.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - The floating market of Damnoen Saduak is among one of the most attractive floating markets in Thailand. Motor boat rides are already included in your tour! Many Thai and foreign tourists come here to absorb the atmosphere of Thailand water markets that have been like this for over a 100 years. At this floating market, you can try a number of delicious Thai fruits and foods such as sweet mango on sticky rice, freshly-made coconut ice cream, and Thai-style boat noodles.
Khum Damnoen Resort - The Khum Damnoen Restaurant is a worthwhile dining spot suitable for guests of all ages and genders. Whether you want to socialize with friends or family, the chefs can craft a diverse range of Thai and international dishes, available in both set menu and à la carte options. The restaurant offers a wide range of traditional Thai dishes, prepared with fresh, local ingredients, providing an authentic taste of Thai cuisine. The restaurant offers seating both outdoors and indoors, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful surroundings on a pleasant day or indulge in the cool air-conditioned interior if you prefer.
Bangkok - Travel from Coconut farm back to hotel.

What's Included

Expert English-speaking guide
Refreshing local coconut drink
Excursions: Motor boat at Floating Market & Train to Railway Market
Convenience: Hotel pickup/drop-off & Private A/C vehicle
Interactive experience with mobile Augmented Reality
Safety: Travel accident insurance included (up to 1,000,000 THB)

What's Not Included

Limited wheelchair accessibility at some local attractions
Lunch (self-ordered and paid)
[Luxury option] Excludes a wheelchair, a medical staff, and a first aid kit

Additional Information

An unconventional exploration designed for travelers seeking a different journey from the norm. This tour not only traverses well-known spots like the floating markets and railway markets, but also provides a glimpse into the local Chinese shrine in the market vicinity. This shrine holds over a century-old connection with nearby residents of Chinese descent. Our guide will regale you with captivating stories about this Chinese Shrine and might even acquaint you with the sacred ways of honoring the Chinese Gods should you be interested (voluntary). As an added feature of your excursion, the guide will escort you to a coconut farm, teaching you the methods of boiling coconut sugar and creating sugar loaves, before returning you to your cozy hotels.

A medical staff is included in Wheelchair tour option.
Limited wheelchair accessibility at local attractions
The roundtrip travel time between Bangkok and the Railway Market is approximately 2.5 hours.

Location

Siam Square One

Rama I Road

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Katlyng7520

Mar 11, 2024

Excellent tour of the markets - This tour was excellent and a nice change of pace from Bangkok! The railway market was especially interesting to visit. Tip was an awesome tour guide along with a great driver. Highly recommend!