Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Samphran Riverside Day Tour | Bangkok Beyond

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Samphran Riverside Day Tour

Ratchaburi Full day Private tour Family friendly English speaking licensed tour guide Hotel pick up & drop off
Bangkok Half day Private tour Family friendly English speaking licensed tour guide Hotel pick up & drop off

A perfect day for families and first-timers, this tour takes you from bustling canals to peaceful gardens filled with Thai tradition.

Sample Itinerary

We can customize the itinerary to your needs. Let us know your preferences.

08:00 Pick up at your hotel. Travel from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
09:30 Arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Take a long-tail boat trip along the canals
10:30 Explore Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
12:30 Arrive at Samphran Riverside
12:45 Lunch at Samphran Riverside restaurant
13:30 Show and workshops
16:00 Short stop at salt field or sugar farm depending on season
17:00 Drop off to your hotel or your destination of choice in downtown

Author Photo
Jonathan Naming
Malaysia

“Tour guide and driver is very friendly and easy to communicate with. Gives us a lot of information about Thailand. The tour was also very satisfying. ”

★★★★★

A perfect day for families and first-timers, this tour takes you from bustling canals to peaceful gardens filled with Thai tradition.

Sample Itinerary

We can customize the itinerary to your needs. Let us know your preferences.

08:00 Pick up at your hotel. Travel from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
09:30 Arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Take a long-tail boat trip along the canals
10:30 Explore Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
12:30 Arrive at Samphran Riverside
12:45 Lunch at Samphran Riverside restaurant
13:30 Show and workshops
16:00 Short stop at salt field or sugar farm depending on season
17:00 Drop off to your hotel or your destination of choice in downtown

Author Photo
Jonathan Naming
Malaysia

“Tour guide and driver is very friendly and easy to communicate with. Gives us a lot of information about Thailand. The tour was also very satisfying. ”

★★★★★

What begins with camera-clicking excitement often ends with heartfelt reflection. Many guests say this tour surprised them not with how much they saw, but how deeply they connected.

The morning opens at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand’s most iconic paddle market. You board a wooden longtail boat and glide through a lively maze of vendors and scents: mango sticky rice, grilled bananas, and coconut ice cream. It’s busy, it’s buzzing, and it’s unforgettable.

Then comes a shift. At Samphran Riverside, you trade bustling canals for serene gardens and deep-rooted heritage. After a generous Thai lunch under flowering trees, you witness cultural performances rooted in centuries of storytelling. Thai dance, music, and martial arts unfold on stage — then open up to you. Guests often enjoy the hands-on experiences most: trying crafts, chatting with artisans, or even learning to fold lotus flowers.

There’s something grounding about ending the day with your hands in tradition, especially after a morning of movement and marvel. This tour doesn’t just show you Thai life. It lets you step into it — briefly, genuinely, and memorably.

What begins with camera-clicking excitement often ends with heartfelt reflection. Many guests say this tour surprised them not with how much they saw, but how deeply they connected.

The morning opens at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand’s most iconic paddle market. You board a wooden longtail boat and glide through a lively maze of vendors and scents: mango sticky rice, grilled bananas, and coconut ice cream. It’s busy, it’s buzzing, and it’s unforgettable.

Then comes a shift. At Samphran Riverside, you trade bustling canals for serene gardens and deep-rooted heritage. After a generous Thai lunch under flowering trees, you witness cultural performances rooted in centuries of storytelling. Thai dance, music, and martial arts unfold on stage — then open up to you. Guests often enjoy the hands-on experiences most: trying crafts, chatting with artisans, or even learning to fold lotus flowers.

There’s something grounding about ending the day with your hands in tradition, especially after a morning of movement and marvel. This tour doesn’t just show you Thai life. It lets you step into it — briefly, genuinely, and memorably.

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Inclusions
  • Long-tail boat ride in the floating market (about 1 hour)
  • Thai-style lunch
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Entrance, show and workshops at Samphran Riverside
  • Knowledgeable, licensed, English speaking tour guide
  • Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick up & drop off

Cancellation Policy

  • Full refund for the deposit if you email us up to 48 hours before the trip (except December, Chinese New Year and Songkran)
Tour Highlights
  • Ride a traditional boat through Thailand’s most iconic floating market
  • Sample local delicacies and browse colorful riverside vendors
  • Experience Thai heritage through dance, martial arts, and arts & crafts
  • Relax over a hearty lunch in a peaceful garden setting
Inclusions
  • Long-tail boat ride in the floating market (about 1 hour)
  • Thai-style lunch
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Entrance, show and workshops at Samphran Riverside
  • Knowledgeable, licensed, English speaking tour guide
  • Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick up & drop off

Cancellation Policy

  • Full refund for the deposit if you email us up to 48 hours before the trip (except December, Chinese New Year and Songkran)
Tour Highlights
  • Ride a traditional boat through Thailand’s most iconic floating market
  • Sample local delicacies and browse colorful riverside vendors
  • Experience Thai heritage through dance, martial arts, and arts & crafts
  • Relax over a hearty lunch in a peaceful garden setting

Price per pax

Adult

Children - Under 120 cm

1

5,950

5,950

2

3,750

3,550

3

2,950

2,750

4

2,750

2,550

5

2,550

2,350

6

2,350

2,150

7

2,150

1,950

8

1,950

1,750

9

1,850

1,650

10

1,750

1,550

Price per pax

Adult

Children - Under 120 cm

1

5,950

5,950

2

3,750

3,550

3

2,950

2,750

4

2,750

2,550

5

2,550

2,350

6

2,350

2,150

7

2,150

1,950

8

1,950

1,750

9

1,850

1,650

10

1,750

1,550

Awards & Recognition

Proudly recognized by Tripadvisor and leading travel media for our excellent service and guest experiences.

Awards & Recognition

Proudly recognized by Tripadvisor and leading travel media for our excellent service and guest experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the tour and what time does it start?

This is a full-day private tour, typically starting in the morning and finishing in the late afternoon. Exact timing may vary depending on your preferred pick-up time and how long you would like to stay at each location.

Is the long-tail boat ride included?

Yes. The boat ride through the canals leading to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is included. It’s one of the main highlights of the tour and gives you an authentic look at local canal life.

What activities are included at Samphran Riverside?

Your admission includes lunch, a cultural show, and hands-on traditional workshops. Activities often include arts, crafts, cooking demonstrations, and cultural exhibits. Your guide will help you join the workshops you’re most interested in.

Is this tour suitable for children and seniors?

This tour is family friendly and comfortable for all ages. The private car makes travel easy, and Samphran Riverside is spacious and enjoyable for kids, parents, and grandparents alike. Just note that getting in and out of the boat requires a little balance.

Will we stop at the salt fields or coconut sugar farm?

Yes. On the way back, you will make a short stop at either a salt field or coconut sugar farm, depending on the season. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the tour and what time does it start?

This is a full-day private tour, typically starting in the morning and finishing in the late afternoon. Exact timing may vary depending on your preferred pick-up time and how long you would like to stay at each location.

Is the long-tail boat ride included?

Yes. The boat ride through the canals leading to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is included. It’s one of the main highlights of the tour and gives you an authentic look at local canal life.

What activities are included at Samphran Riverside?

Your admission includes lunch, a cultural show, and hands-on traditional workshops. Activities often include arts, crafts, cooking demonstrations, and cultural exhibits. Your guide will help you join the workshops you’re most interested in.

 

Is this tour suitable for children and seniors?

This tour is family friendly and comfortable for all ages. The private car makes travel easy, and Samphran Riverside is spacious and enjoyable for kids, parents, and grandparents alike. Just note that getting in and out of the boat requires a little balance.

Will we stop at the salt fields or coconut sugar farm?

Yes. On the way back, you will make a short stop at either a salt field or coconut sugar farm, depending on the season. 

More Photos from Floating Market & Samphran Riverside Tour

More Photos from Floating Market & Samphran Riverside Tour

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  • Weekdays 09:00 – 18:00
  • Saturdays 10:00 – 16:00
  • Sundays     Closed

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29/62 Moo 13, The Connect 6 Village, Bang Phli Yai,
Bang Phli Samut Prakan 10540, Thailand

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