Cruise River Kwai Express - 6 days
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Highlights
- Bangkok - Explore Thailand's bustling capital city, home to lively street markets and exciting cultural landmarks
- River Kwai - Cruise the river aboard a 5-star ship and visit the iconic Bridge on River Kwai
- Thai Wartime History - Learn about Thailand's wartime history with visits to the JEATH War Museum, Thai-Burma Railway Centre, Hellfire Pass, Hin Lek Fai Memorial Complex and more
- Shrines and Temples - Visit iconic and historic Thai shrines and temples including Phra Pathom Chedi, Tiger Cave Temple, Wat Tham Khao Poon and Khao Noi Cave Temple
- Muang Singh - Explore a school for refugee children, built with the gracious support of H.R.H. Crown Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, and discover the ancient wonders of Prasat Muang Singh Historical Park
- Sai Yok - Immerse yourself in the quant riverside area Sai Yok Village and enjoy Sai Yok National Park's stunning waterfalls
- Kaeng Lava Cave - Discover the mesmerizing beauty of Kaeng Lava Cave, adorned with enchanting stalactites and intriguing hidden chambers
- Merit - Engage in the spiritual act of giving merit to monks, a gesture believed to create a protective force through performing good deeds
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- 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners
- 2 nights 4 star hotel & 3 nights accommodation on board the air-conditioned RV River Kwai
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- Escorted by an English-speaking Thai tour guide
- Transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, public train day 3
- Third class train ticket to Saphan Tham Krasae
- Guided sightseeing - Kanchanaburi, Ban Kao, Muang Singh, Sai Yok
- Complimentary drinking water, tea & coffee on the ship
- Entrance fees for all included sites
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. Guiding may be in an additional language to English.
Itinerary
Sunday. Welcome to Bangkok, the bustling capital city of Thailand! A world-renowned tourist destination, this vibrant city offers an eclectic mix of lively street life, cultural landmarks, and busy shopping areas. Arriving at Suvarnabhumi or Donmuang Airport, you...
Bangkok - Ban Kao. Leaving behind bustling Bangkok, our journey to Kanchanaburi begins with a visit to Phra Pathom Chedi, home to Thailand's largest stupa, a monumental structure standing at an impressive 127 meters. Next stops include the riverside Khao Noi Cave ...
Ban Kao - Sai Yok. Our relaxing river cruise continues upstream on the Kwai Noi River towards Muang Singh. After breakfast, step ashore as we visit a boarding school for refugee children that was built under the patronage of H.R.H. Crown Princess Maha Chakri Sirind...
Sai Yok - Ban Hin Dad. Today marks our final day of cruising! After breakfast, enjoy a short uphill stroll to Kaeng Lava Cave, the area's deepest cave filled with stalactites and hidden chambers. Continuing our journey by coach, we reach Hellfire Pass, a notorious...
Ban Hin Dad - Bangkok. Rise and shine with an early morning visit to a nearby temple. The temple visit provides an opportunity to engage in an act of 'merit' by offering food donations to the monks. Merit is believed to be a protective force that arises from performin...
Friday. Today marks the end of our Thailand adventure. The tour will conclude after hotel breakfast. Whether you're continuing forward on your journey or heading back home now, take a moment to explore the markets for souvenirs or savor the delightful street food offerings, if time allows!
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