Excursão de um dia ao Mercado Flutuante Damnoen Saduak e ao Mercado Ferroviário Maeklong

The tour guides we met this time were Bamboo and Aim. They were very friendly and provided useful travel information about Wukiu, such as the 1155 tourist dispute hotline, which has English and Chinese-speaking tourist police available 24/7 to assist with disputes and reporting. The journey was smooth, so it wasn't easy to get motion sickness. There were also charging ports on the tour bus (not sure if every bus has them). The tour that departed at 9:30 AM returned to the meeting point around 5:00 PM, and luckily, there was no traffic jam. We arrived at the Maeklong Railway Market around 10:50 AM at the end of August, just in time to see the train arrive at 11:10 AM and depart at 11:30 AM. The items on both sides of the tracks were a bit expensive; it's cheaper to walk towards the main road where there are more vendors. At the floating market, we were arranged into groups of six per boat. The boat would constantly stop at stalls selling goods, but they were overpriced. Unless you want the experience, it's not recommended to buy anything. The tour guide thoughtfully reminded everyone of this before we disembarked and also shared reasonable bargaining ranges for different areas. After getting off the boat at the floating market, there was time for lunch. The last stop, the Buffalo Restaurant, only offered coffee, desserts, and ice cream, not main meals. We spent about an hour at each of the two main locations and half an hour at the Buffalo Restaurant. Overall, I found it to be a very worthwhile trip and highly recommend it.

Our guide, Ms. Kusuma, spoke excellent Japanese and provided very clear explanations. Both the Railway Market and the Floating Market have their own historical backgrounds, and we gained a good understanding of the differences between the past and present, as well as the feelings of the people living there. I realized that seeing things after receiving an explanation is a completely different experience than just looking. Ms. Kusuma also informed us in advance about the items sold and their prices. At the Railway Market, she helped us secure good photo spots so we wouldn't be overshadowed by taller foreigners, allowing us to take many great pictures. Furthermore, Ms. Kusuma took many photos of us herself, so we have many family pictures and wonderful memories. The tour ran from about 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and included the Railway Market -> Floating Market -> Lunch (self-paid) -> Buffalo Cafe (self-paid). At the Floating Market, the boat doesn't stop unless you tell the driver, and it didn't feel like a place for shopping, so if you want to buy souvenirs, the Railway Market is better. We also had about 20 minutes of free time. For lunch, she reserved a restaurant that supposedly had the only air conditioning, where we enjoyed delicious Pad Thai and fried rice for about 160 baht. With a drink, about 200 baht per person would be sufficient. If we couldn't finish our drinks, they provided a free tote bag. At the Buffalo Cafe, we had delicious ice cream for 69 baht. There were various flavors, and we chose coconut milk, blueberry yogurt, and passion fruit sherbet. The 90 baht cakes also looked delicious. The only reason for giving 4 stars for the transfer quality is that the car's air conditioning was weak, making it a bit hot. While I don't like it to be too cold, the air conditioning was lukewarm and weak, so it was a little warm. Overall, I wouldn't say it's particularly cost-effective (I'd be happier if it were a bit cheaper), but considering that a Japanese-speaking guide accompanies you to the suburbs, secures a dining spot, and you can leave everything to them, I am very satisfied. My family also said it was very good, which made me happy. If you're going to Thailand but haven't made plans yet, I highly recommend trying this tour. You can experience a different atmosphere from Bangkok. Ms. Kusuma also shared many things that only locals would know, such as information about the Thai language and schools, which made our conversations enjoyable ^_^ Thank you so much for a truly memorable and fun time.

I think this price with a Japanese-speaking guide is excellent. This time, we were lucky enough to have a private tour with Japanese support just for my husband and me. Our guide, Kusuma, was fluent in Japanese, knowledgeable, and above all, a wonderful and very considerate person. Since my husband and I rarely take photos together, she skillfully took many pictures of us at various spots, and we enjoyed having breakfast together. I highly recommend participating in the Maeklong Railway Market and the Floating Market, as they offer unique Thai experiences. After the tour, she also gave us advice for our subsequent sightseeing, making it a very enjoyable day. Thanks to Kusuma, I've grown to love Thailand even more, and I hope to see her again next time! It was reassuring to know that there was a hotel near the meeting point, so we could use the restroom before joining. This tour is truly highly recommended.

The tour bus is equipped with both an English-speaking guide and a Chinese-speaking guide, so even the English explanations are easy to understand and straightforward. The entire process, from check-in to boarding the bus and visiting the three attractions, was very smooth. We chose the 8:30 AM departure, and the guide thoughtfully adjusted the order of the attractions. We first took a short break at the Buffalo Cafe to use the restroom, drink coffee, and take photos, and then proceeded to the Maeklong Railway Market. This allowed us to witness the train passing through the market twice, at 11:10 AM (outbound) and 11:30 AM (return). At noon, we took a boat ride at the floating market. The boatman stopped multiple times at various vendors; you can browse if you like, and the vendors do not force purchases. On the return journey, due to traffic, the guide thoughtfully allowed us to use the restroom at a gas station again during a fuel stop. I highly recommend this tour, a collaboration between Asia One and Klook.

Amazing experience! The staff were very accommodating and made the trip smooth and enjoyable. Watching the train at Maeklong Railway Market was unforgettable, and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market was vibrant and fun. The coconut ice cream was so refreshing, and the authentic Thai food nearby was absolutely delicious. Highly recommended!

I participated alone on a holiday. I was a bit anxious because it was a small tour with Japanese participants and I was the only solo traveler, but I enjoyed it without any problems at all. Our guide, Kusuma, was always attentive to everyone, and the other participants were also kind, so I felt at ease. The explanations and answers to questions in Japanese were very natural, which gave me a sense of security even though it was my first trip to Thailand. On the bus, I enjoyed the travel time as I learned various facts about Thailand and local stories. It was also helpful that she informed us in advance about the toilet facilities at the next stop. Since some places might have traditional facilities, I think it's reassuring for those who are concerned to use the restroom when the announcement is made. At the market, she helped me adjust the quantity when buying fruit, allowing me to enjoy local produce without difficulty even as a solo traveler. Lunch was also eaten in a cool, calm place, so I could get around comfortably even in the heat. Traffic around Bangkok seems to be heavy during weekday rush hours, but since I participated on a holiday, we were able to move smoothly without getting caught in major traffic jams. It was great to efficiently visit places like the Maeklong Railway Market and the Floating Market, which are a bit difficult to access individually. Important points to note are not to miss the meeting place and time. If you want to see a place a little further away, it's best to ask the guide for confirmation. Also, since you'll be taking a boat at the Floating Market, it might be reassuring for those who get seasick to have motion sickness medication just in case. It was a highly satisfying tour that even solo travelers can enjoy with peace of mind. I highly recommend it.

I booked the tour around 8 PM the day before and joined the 7:30 AM meeting tour. I arrived at the meeting point around 7:00 AM, but there were benches available, so I could sit and wait. Once on the bus, I received water, a wet towel, and a chocolate chip cookie. There was one English-speaking guide and one Japanese-speaking guide, and they took turns explaining things on the bus. Contrary to the tour schedule, we visited the Railway Market, then the Floating Market, and finally the Buffalo Cafe. The scene at the Railway Market was breathtaking, something you would never see in Japan. At the Floating Market, after sightseeing by motorboat, we got back on the bus and viewed the Floating Market from the ground. The boats were so densely packed that they bumped into each other several times, which made me quite anxious, but the locals seemed unfazed. I think it's a great advantage to be able to visit hard-to-reach places all at once, leave luggage other than valuables on the bus, and sleep during bus transfers. Japanese tours often incur additional charges, but this one was the same price as the English tour and included the Floating Market ticket, so I felt it was good value for money. However, there was less on-site guiding than I expected, and at the Floating Market, only tourists rode the boats. For those who always want a guide, a private tour might be a better option.

It was a two-hour ride from our hotel to the Train Market. It was truly an experience to have the train so close to us. Store owners packed up their goods, and we all had to stand aside for the train to pass through. We even high-fived the passengers inside the train. After that, we visited the Floating Market, which was another unique experience that only Thailand can offer. The only drawback of this tour was that it's not recommended for people with weak legs or poor eyesight.

We visited during peak Summer in Thailand and would recommend joining the earliest timeslot tour. The transfer coach was clean and comfortable whilst minimal traffic in the early hours. There was ample time at each location to take photos, shop and eat!

I bought the “Join Tour with Pick Up” package, and it turned out there were no other people who had bought this package that day, so I had a private tour. The guide, Wanida, arrived early at my pickup point at 7:30 am, and she spoke fluent English. She is friendly and helpful, introduced a lot of Thai background to me, and helped take many pictures for me. The pickup car was clean and comfortable, and the tour was unexpectedly fun, especially the shopping in the rail market and the boat ride. The tour finished around 3 pm, and I could choose to be dropped off somewhere other than my starting point. Overall, I highly recommend it!!!