Iconic Markets and Local Community Tour
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Overview
Thailand's markets are a quintessential experience, and two of the most popular ones take centre stage on this full day tour from Bangkok. Enjoy a unique shopping experience on the railway at Maeklong and be embraced by the flavours of Amphawa Floating Market, before getting a taste of local life at Baan Rim Klong community.First on the agenda is Maeklong Market, a rather special shopping scene set along train tracks. Dating back to around 1905, this seafood market is one of the largest in Thailand. Feel the thrill as vendors whisk away their stock in a matter of minutes before a train approaches and passes through the middle of their stalls. After soaking up the sights and smells of much fresh produce, you'll be hungry – so you'll head to a local restaurant for lunch.Slow things down a pace next at Baan Rim Klong community, where you'll meet the locals and hear about their traditions. Watch how workers impressively clamber up coconut trees and then extract sugar from the fresh fruit. You'll also learn how baskets are woven from palm leaves, before helping prepare ‘Kanom Thai' - a popular Thai dessert. Round things off with a visit to Amphawa Floating Market, where you'll have free time to browse the stalls and tuck into Thai street food while taking in views of the canals.
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What To Expect
- Witness a unique shopping experience at Maeklong Railway Market
- Learn about coconut plantation and palm sugar making at Ban Rim
- Try your hand at preparing a popular local dessert
- Treat your senses to Thai flavours at Amphawa Floating Market
- Tuck into a tasty lunch at a local restaurant
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US$ 127