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River Kwai & Ancient Kingdoms Overview

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Leave behind the fast-moving streets of the Thai capital and take time out to experience Ayutthaya, a World Heritage-listed wonder near the border of Burma (Myanmar). Explore this ancient Siam capital with a knowledgeable local guide, and bear witness to timeworn temples, bell-shaped chedis and intricately carved relics of Thailand’s golden era. Travel onwards to the shady town of Kanchanaburi and pay tribute to the brave POWs who perished while building the infamous Hellfire Pass and Bridge on the River Kwai. Delve further into World War II history on a visit to the War Museum and Allied Cemetery before this historical sojourn completes the loop back in Bangkok. End the journey amid the buzz of night markets, sidewalk restaurants and colourful, chaotic streets.

  • Travel by samlaw to The Bridge on the River Kwai

River Kwai & Ancient Kingdoms Summary

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Day 1 Bangkok / Ayutthaya / Kanchanaburi

Get this ancient odyssey underway by heading out to Bang Pa In Summer Palace, a former residence of Thai kings, set around a lavish ornamental pond. Then, make tracks to the Ayutthaya where there's the chance to have fortunes told inside Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon before admiring a temple often compared to the Taj Mahal.

Day 2 Kanchanaburi / River Kwai

Be humbled by inscriptions on the Hellfire Pass Memorial, built to honour the POWs who died while constructing the 'Death Railway'. Venture into the steamy surrounds of Erawan National Park, home to seven refreshing waterfalls and plenty of rock pools for swimming. Return to Kanchanaburi and perhaps hit the markets for a night stroll.

Day 3 Kanchanaburi/Bangkok

Board a traditional samlaw and take in several historic sites including the WWII War Museum, the Allied War Cemetary and the notorious Bridge on the River Kwai. Return to Bangkok where the journey wraps up.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Bangkok, Thailand

  • Finish:

    Bangkok, Thailand

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 5

  • Meals:

    2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 0 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Hotel (2 nts)

  • Transport:

    Private minibus, Sammlaw (cycle rickshaw), Songthaew

  • Included activities:

    Ayutthaya Historical Park, Erawan Falls, Saamlaw Tour (WWII museum, Allied War Cemetery, Bridge over River Kwai)

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    92kg pp per trip
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