Leaving Bangkok early in the morning at 0700 hours, we arrive at the ferry boat pier and take a long tailed speed boat to the main part of the floating market. You may wander around the market on foot or pay 150 baht extra to join a paddle boat to buy any souvenirs, fresh fruit or local desserts etc you might wish to purchase. Whichever you choose you will have one hour to yourself at this point.
We leave the floating market and have an appetizing lunch (included) at Kanchanaburi. We then travel to the cemetery of the Allied prisoners of the second world war where 6982 Allied prisoners are buried. We then visit the War museum which is optional. If you decide to enter there is a 40 baht entrance fee. Then we go to the Jeath museum (Japan, England Australia, Thailand and Holland, nationalities of soldiers who participated in the construction) This is optional. Then the bridge over the River Kwai where you can walk in the footsteps of the Allied prisoners of war and take pictures of approaching trains and the delightful scenery.
The epic film The Bridge on the River Kwai, made in 1957, was based on a true story of World War 2 and received seven Academy awards. The Kwai bridge symbolizes the brutality of war, built by thousands of prisoners of war under the command of the Japanese.
We arrive back in Bangkok at 1900 hours after an absorbing day out.
Itinerary
07.00 AM
Pick up tourists from various points in Khao San and surrounding areas
Depart from Bangkok to Damnoern Saduak Floating Market.
Arrive at the ferry boat pier and take a long tail speed boat to the main part of the floating market.
Enjoy an hour walk to see the market [or join a paddle boat at 150 Baht extra].
Depart from Floating Market to River Kwai.
13.00 PM
Lunch at a restaurant where delicious Thai food will be served.
Visit cemetery of the allied prisoners of the second world war.
War museum [ Optional 40 baht entrance fee ]
Arrive at River Kwai Bridge.
Visit Bridge over the River Kwai.
19.00 PM
Arrive in Bangkok.
Remark: Itinerary Tour subject to change without prior notice.
Enjoy Kanchanaburi, the bridge over the River Kwai, and a visit to the Tiger Temple.
We leave Bangkok at 0700 and depart to the River Kwai. We first travel to the cemetery of the Allied prisoners of the second world war; 6980 Allied prisoners are buried here. Then we go to the Jeath museum(Japan, England, Australia, Thailand and Holland; (nationalities of soldiers who participated in the construction) This is optional and costs 40 baht.
Then we travel a short distance to the bridge over the River Kwai for a photo opportunity. You will have one hour to take pictures or relax. The epic film The Bridge on the River Kwai, made in 1957 was based on a true story of World War 2 and received seven Academy awards. The Kwai bridge symbolizes the brutality of war built by thousands of prisoners of war under the command of the Japanese. The railway was built of wooden log constructed by the allied prisoners of the second world war. Most of these men were Australians, Dutch and British and they had been working steadily southwards from Thanbyuzayat (Burma) to link with other POW on the Thai side of the railway. We have lunch nearby and arrive at the waterfall, Sai Yok Noi with a chance to refresh in the cool water.
We then visit the elephant camp where you can ride an elephant and go bamboo rafting.
At 1300-1400 we leave for the Tiger temple for which a 600 baht admission fee is payable. If you wish for closer contact you can have your picture taken with the tigers at no extra cost.
We arrive in Bangkok at 19.00 Please note: Please cover shoulders and legs when entering temple. Bright colour clothing are not allowed.
07.00 AM
Pick up tourists from various points in Khao San area.
Departure from Bangkok to River Kwai.
Visit Cemetery of the Allied Prisoners of the second world war. It contains the remains of 6,982 Australian, Dutch and British war prisoners who lost their lives during the construction of the Death Railway.
Visit The Jeath Museum. [Admission fee 40 Baht].
Visit Bridge Over The River Kwai.
13.00 PM
Arrive at the waterfall.
Lunch at the restaurant. Thai food will be served.
Visit elephant camp for elephant riding and bamboo rafting
We go to Tiger Temple.
Arrive at the Tiger Temple. [Admission fee payable 600 Baht]
Departure from Kanchanaburi back to Bangkok.
19.00 PM
Arrive in Bangkok.
Remark: Itinerary Tour subject to change without prior notice. Please note: Please cover shoulders and legs when entering temple. Bright colour clothing not allowed.
Time: 07.00-1900 approx Price: 950 Baht
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Floating Market and Maeklong train market
We depart Bangkok at 0800 hours and make our way to the floating market passing rice paddies and salt fields. Arriving at the jetty we board the long tail boats for a free trip that will take us through the many small canals to the Floating Market. You will see the abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, silk products, and local handicrafts being sold by the vendors from their rowing boats.
We proceed to the well known Maeklong train market. This is a great experience! The market is located close to Maeklong Railway Station. The markets vendors keep selling their goods until the last second and it is amazing to see the train pass by so close to the vendors who have to stop selling and reopen their stalls as soon as the train leaves. The trains are not very punctual so you may have to wait a little while. There are eight trains a day. We return to arrive at Khao san road at 1400 hours.
Remark: Itinerary tour subject to change without prior notice.
Time: 08.00 - 14.00 Price: 650 Baht
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Flight of the Gibbon, with lunch
Start in Chiang Mai Pick up 8.00 AM Chiang Mai Site , Free pick up from your hotel / guest house in Chiang Mai City.
Price: 2800 Baht
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Start from Khao San Road or Sukhumvit soi 1 Pick up 7.00 AM Khao Kaew Site [ Near Pattaya ]
Bangkok Sightseeing Tours
Leaving Bangkok early in the morning at 0700 hours, we arrive at the ferry boat pier and take a long tailed speed boat to the main part of the floating market. You may wander around the market on foot or pay 150 baht extra to join a paddle boat to buy any souvenirs, fresh fruit or local desserts etc you might wish to purchase. Whichever you choose you will have one hour to yourself at this point.
and have an appetizing lunch (included) at Kanchanaburi. We then travel to the cemetery of the Allied prisoners of the second world war where 6982 Allied prisoners are buried. We then visit the War museum which is optional. If you decide to enter there is a 40 baht entrance fee. Then we go to the Jeath museum (Japan, England Australia, Thailand and Holland, nationalities of soldiers who participated in the construction) This is optional. Then the bridge over the River Kwai where you can walk in the footsteps of the Allied prisoners of war and take pictures of approaching trains and the delightful scenery.
Enjoy Kanchanaburi, the bridge over the River Kwai, and a visit to the Tiger Temple.
railway was built of wooden log constructed by the allied prisoners of the second world war. Most of these men were Australians, Dutch and British and they had been working steadily southwards from Thanbyuzayat (Burma) to link with other POW on the Thai side of the railway. We have lunch nearby and arrive at the waterfall, Sai Yok Noi with a chance to refresh in the cool water.
We depart Bangkok at 0800 hours and make our way to the floating market passing rice paddies and salt fields. Arriving at the jetty we board the long tail boats for a free trip that will take us through the many small canals to the Floating Market. You will see the abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, silk products, and local handicrafts being sold by the vendors from their rowing boats.
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