HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit most famous Bridge over the River Kwai
- 1 night stay at River Kwai Jungle Rafts
- Enjoy Mon Dance and Mon Tribal Village and Temple
PROGRAM:
Day 1:
Pick up from major hotels in Bangkok downtown in early morning. Depart to Kanchanaburi province (128 km. from Bangkok). First stop at Thailand-Burma Railway Centre,an interactive museum, information and research facility dedicated to presenting the history of the Thailand–Burma Railway. The fully air–conditioned centre offers the visitor an educational and moving experience. Visit Kanchanaburi War Cemetery which is memorial to some 6000 allied prisoners of war (POWs) who perished along the death railway line and were moved post-war to this eternal resting place. Visit the world famous Bridge over the River Kwai, part of Death Railway constructed by Allied POWs. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon Visit the Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre. The interpretive centre presents the history of the Burma-Thailand railway under chronological and thematic headings, explaining the rationale for the railway, the way in which it was constructed and the hardship experienced by those who worked on it. Then you can descend the long set of stairs behind the museum to Hellfire Pass Memorial Walking Trail following the original rail bed. Then, take a long-tail boat from Phu Takien pier to River Kwai Jungle Rafts. Check-in upon arrival. Evening Dinner followed by a 45–minute presentation of traditional Mon Dance and overnight at River Kwai Jungle Rafts.
Day 2:
After breakfast, head into the nearby Mon tribal village, where the Mon people have lived for generations. Visit the Golden Rock, Buddha image cave and village school. Take a short walk on easy jungle trail along the River bank to get to the stunning viewpoint of River Kwai. Check out and enjoy lunch at local restaurant. Take a historic ride on Death Railway Train passing over original wooden viaduct constructed by Allied POWs. Transfer back to Bangkok.
Noted: For your information about Hellfire Pass Memorial will be closed for annual public holiday:
5 December
24-27 December
31 December
As per itinerary for join package tour, we will be visit Home Phutoey Museum Park, explore the whole collection of Image as a Japanese Prisoner of war” by Jack Chalker, a British artist while a prisoner of war in the camp over 3-year period. Visit the Weary Dunlop Museum and replicas of hospital hut
DETAILS:
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Duration:
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2 Days 1 Night
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Pickup time:
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Approx. 06:00 hrs.
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Transfers:
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Included (selected hotels only)
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Meals:
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Included
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Pax:
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min. 2 pax
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Child age:
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4-12 yrs.
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Dress code:
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Comfortable and sport shoes, closed shoes are recommended.
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OPERATION SCHEDULE:
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MON
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TUE
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WED
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THU
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FRI
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SAT
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SUN
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ENG
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joined
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joined
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joined
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joined
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joined
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joined
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joined
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PICKUP TIMES:
Pickup from Bangkok city hotels start at 06:00. Hotel pickup from hotels in Suvarnabhumi, Bang Na, On Nut, Don Muang, Viphavadee, Thonburi is subject to supplement charge.
INCLUDED SERVICES:
- Hotel pickup/drop off (selected hotels only)
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Professional local guide
- 1 night accommodation at River Kwai Jungle Rafts
- 4 meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast, lunch)
- Entrance/admission fees
- Insurance
REMARK:
The entire floatel does NOT use electricity. Living without electricity and internet.
Cancellation & No Show Policy
- 20 - 30 Days before arrival: charge 30% of the full duration of the reserved stay.
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08 -19 Days before arrival: charge 50% of the full duration of the reserved stay.
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01 - 07 Days before arrival or No show: charge the full duration of the reserved stay
