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River Kwai Tours - 3-day extension

Take a 3-day trip from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi province, stay in floating raft hotel and visit the famous River Kwai bridge!

Please note: we do not offer this trip in isolation. It is arranged as part of a complete tour.


Day 1: Bangkok (L)
Arriving Bangkok, our guide will be at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After lunch, our afternoon city tour includes The Grand Palace, Funeral Hall, Wat Pra Kaew, Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Benchamabopit & the Temple of Dawn plus a canal tour on a private boat.

Day 1. Bangkok - Kanchanaburi (-/L/D)
After an early breakfast, we set off by road for Kanchanaburi province (about 2 hours). On arrival, we visit the War Museum, the war cemetary and the bridge over the River Kwai. Then we board the 'Death Railway' for a trip to the end of the line, followed by lunch. After lunch we take a long-tail boat up river to check in at the Jungle Rafts. Later, you can chill out at the Jungle Rafts or visit the nearby Mon village where you can try elephant riding (extra cost option). Dinner & accommodation at Jungle Rafts.

Day 2. OPTION 1 Saiyoke Yai National Park (Demure Option) (B/L/D)
After breakfast, take a boat ride upstream to visit the Saiyoke Yai National Park, visiting the waterfall to experience nature at its best. Return for lunch at Jungle Rafts, then check out of Jungle Rafts and take the boat to the Resotel. Afterwards, visit the Lawa Cave and explore the fascinating rock formations. Dinner and Accommodation at Resotel.

Day 2. OPTION 2 Western Off-Road Tour (Nutters Option) (B/L/D)
After breakfast, we set off for the Phu Thong elephant camp, to take an elephant ride. Then we set out by 4x4 jeep along 18km of very rough road into the jungle, heading for the Goldenland Jungle Camp. After a coffee break, we trek into the jungle for about a hour, enjoying a picnic lunch on the way including rice cooked in bamboo stems. White water bamboo rafting on the way back. Finally we set off by Jeep back to Phu Thong, and then to Resotel.  Dinner and Accommodation at Resotel.

NB:This tour includes some fairly serious off-road driving. Prepare to get dirty. Wet feet possible, wet bum inevitable.

Day 3. Hell Fire Pass - Bangkok (B/L/-)
This morning we take the boat to the Resotel pier, then visit the famous 'Hell-Fire Pass' and the nearby war museum. Return to Resotel for lunch. After lunch, check out of Resotel and depart for Bangkok (3 hours).

Please note that, whilst every effort will be made to carry out the programme shown above, small changes may sometimes be necessary.


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Please note that this itinerary is our suggestion only- all our tours are custom made to your requirements!

River Kawi Bridge
River Kawi Bridge
Jungle Rafts
Jungle Rafts
Death Railway
Death Railway
Jeep Crew
Jeep Crew (Nutters both)
Your quoted price will normally include:
Meals as shown in the programme (B/L/D)
Transfers, tours with English speaking guide.
All entrance fees and boat fees.

Your tour price will not include:
Drinks with provided meals
Tips, personal expenses and other services which are not mentioned in the program.