Kanchanaburi : Arresting scenic beauty. Forested mountains. Waterfalls. Pristine national parks. Tranquil riverine and reservoir settings. Leisure opportunities including jungle treks employing elephants and rafts. Historical associations dating from Neolithic times to the Second World War.
There are several compelling reasons for visiting Kanchanaburi which is Thailand’s third largest province. Kanchanaburi covers some 19,473 square and oftentimes mountainous kilometres, and borders Myanmar (Burma) to the west of Bangkok. The compact provincial capital, is about 130 kilometres and a comfortable two hour drive from Bangkok. Both the site of the world-famous Bridge Over The River Kwai is immortalised in books and movies, and gateway to a region of rugged natural beauty. Countryside beyond the provincial capital is characterised by mountains and fertile river valleys (the Kwai Yai and Kwai Noi) which have inspired the development of hydro-electric power, and where labyrinthine dam reservoirs provide further scenic elements to the province’s natural beauty.
This most interesting full day tour takes you to the rural floating market of Damnoen Saduak situated 110 kms west of Bangkok. The market is made up of Thai style canoes laden with colorful , succulent fruits, vegetables.
Depart Bangkok for Kanchanaburi arrive at Kanchanaburi and visit Jeath War Museum (World War II Museum), the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, the Bridge over the River Kwai. Board the original Death Railway Train, passing over the very dangerous looking wooden bridge. Lunch will be provided.
Depart Bangkok for Kanchanaburi arrive at Kanchanaburi and visit Jeath War Museum (World War II Museum), the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, the Bridge over the River Kwai. Board the original Death Railway Train, passing over the very dangerous looking wooden bridge. Lunch will be provided.