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Floating Market, Train Market & Ratchaburi Highlights (LC2)

Description

  • 08:30 Pickup from your cruise ship at Laem Chabang Port and travel 3 hours to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market which is located about 100km southwest of Bangkok in the Thai province of Ratchaburi. There are several floating markets with Damnoen Saduak Floating Market being the most popular and provides visitors with a distinctive shopping and cultural experience that takes place on and around the waterways.
  • You will take a ride in a paddle boat which is a great way to explore the floating market. Paddle boats are the ideal vehicle to navigate the busy waterways, allowing you to get a closer look at the colorful waterside market stalls and other passing boats and also engage with the traders. You will experience the dynamic atmosphere of the floating market with traders selling fruits, vegetables, foods, drinks, crafts and souvenirs from their boats and riverside stalls.
  • Lunch at local restaurant.
  • After lunch you will travel to the Mae Klong Train Umbrella Market which is also called the Talat Rom Hup. The famous Mae Klong Train Umbrella Market is unique and is well known for its market location which is directly on operating train tracks. The fact that a train travels directly along the tracks where the vendors have set up their stalls numerous times each day is what makes this market so extraordinary. In order to make room for the approaching train the sellers quickly pull back their awnings, fold their umbrellas and move their wares out of the way. They promptly continue their operations and put their stalls back in their original locations after the train has passed. Fresh produce, fish, meats, vegetables, fruits, spices, snacks and regional goods are all available at this market. Additionally, visitors can purchase local handicrafts, clothing and souvenirs. The Mae Klong Train Umbrella Market has a lively ambiance and is located in a busy and dynamic setting.
  • After the Mae Klong Train Umbrella Market you will visit the Ratchaburi Ceramic Museum where you can see how different giant clay jars are made and painted and learn about the famous Ratchaburi history of giant ceramic jars.
  • 18:30 Return to your cruise ship at Laem Chabang Port.

** Guide times are approximate depending upon local traffic and weather conditions and can also be adjusted to suit your own personal requirements **

Tour includes

  • Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking local tour guide
  • All applicable entrance fees
  • Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
  • Paddle boat ride
  • Lunch
  • Mae Klong Train Umbrella Market
  • Ratchaburi Ceramic Museum
  • Travel insurance