Kanchanaburi Trip Overview
Kanchanburi is the ultimate go-to destination for an education of World War II history, as it was the base of Japanese soldiers during the War. Made popular by the movie, The Bridge on the River Kwai, its tourist attractions include the Death Railway, Bridge over the River Kwae (Kwai), war cemeteries and museums. It is also the gateway to some of the most beautiful national parks of Thailand, like the Erawan National Park, Sai Yak National Park and Tree Top Adventure Park.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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What to Expect When Visiting Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Kanchanburi is the ultimate go-to destination for an education of World War II history, as it was the base of Japanese soldiers during the War. Made popular by the movie, The Bridge on the River Kwai, its tourist attractions include the Death Railway, Bridge over the River Kwae (Kwai), war cemeteries and museums. It is also the gateway to some of the most beautiful national parks of Thailand, like the Erawan National Park, Sai Yak National Park and Tree Top Adventure Park.
Itinerary
Day 1: Trip to Kanchanaburi Town
Pass By: บ.ข.ส กาญจนบุรี, 2GCM+8Q6, Ban Tai, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand
Transfer by overnight bus for journey to Kanchanaburi Town.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: ERAWAN & KANCHANABURI DAY TOUR
Stop At: Erawan Waterfalls, Moo 4 Tha Kradan, Erawan National Park 71250 Thailand
Arrive at Kanchanaburi.
Check in to your hotel before starting your tour.
After breakfast – Your excursion begins.
The chief attraction is the Erawan National Park and its 7 tiered waterfalls. This gives you the opportunity to do trekking, caving, and wading through cerulean pools in the midst of the
dense rainforest.
Other day trips include a ride on the ‘Death Railway”, crossing the famous bridge over Kwai, visiting Hellfire Pass and the Memorial Museum.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay at a Hotel
Day 3: Visit Kanchanaburi and take part in activities
Stop At: Kanchanaburi Tour from Bangkok, 19, 394 ถนน ริมคลองบางค้อ Khwaeng Bang Kho, Khet Chom Thong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10150, Thailand
Possible activities include:
Bamboo rafting along the River Kwae, train rides on heritage routes, limestone cave exploration with Buddha rock art, hot springs, waterfall, swimming, photography, visits to the Arts Gallery and War Museums, exploring the Sunken temple of Wat Saam Prasab and other Buddhist temples, elephant sanctuaries, tour of the Khmer temple ruins, walk over the Mon wooden bridge, heritage walk through the Pak Prak Street, and shopping at the gemstone village.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Sai Yok National Park, Kanchanaburi Thailand
See the waterfalls and the Zipline adventures of the Tree Top Adventure Park.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Arrival at Chiang Mai
Stop At: Chiang Mai International Airport, 60 Thanon Mahidol, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Arrival in Chiang Mai, followed by free time and transfer to the international airport.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
