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The 10 Best City Tours in Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi Province
Kanchanaburi, capital of Kanchanaburi Province, is home to the Burma Railway (aka "Death Railway") bridge built by Allied POWs during WWII and immortalized in Bridge Over the River Kwai. A memorial and two museums commemorate those who died in the effort, and a yearly carnival includes a pyrotechnic recreation of the bridge’s bombing. The wider province offers forests and caves to explore, and beautiful waterfalls.
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1. Cycling to visit Local Experience and Learn Culture with Local expert
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
You can exercise and see the way on a local life with local people - eat and drink local food, juice on the local restuarant - relax your eyes and your ears without another tourist - can make new friend in group or enjoy with your private group
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 238petert
Staff are some of the best I've met in any hostel, they go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. Great room, super comfortable bed and Aircon. Entertaining cat & dog and lots of great advice given. Can't recommend this place enough
2. 3-Day River Kwai: Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi and Thai-Burma Death Railway
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 10 reviews
Leave Bangkok behind on this three-day tour of Thailand’s historical and cultural attractions – including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples of Ayutthaya, the royal summer residence of Bang Pa-In and the lovely waterfalls of Erawan National Park! Using Kanchanaburi on the River Kwai as your base, discover the area’s WWII history with an informative local guide. You’ll visit the War Museum, the Allied War Cemetery and Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum, and cross the famous bridge over the River Kwai. Enjoy personal attention with this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 2-nights' accommodation, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), English-speaking local guide, Tricycle rickshaw tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
3. River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
The trip includes a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war (POW) during World War II. It includes a visit to a war cemetery containing the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers who died while building the bridge and constructing the notorious -Death Railway-. At the JEATH Museum, guests will see a replica of a Japanese POW camp, followed by a train journey along a stunning stretch of the -Death Railway-. A buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Wang Po station, close to the Burmese border. - JEATH Museum - Visit Japanese POW camp - Exciting train journey at Death Railway - Buffet lunch at Wang Po station - Round Trip Transfer
Inclusions: Round Trip Transfer, English Speaking guide, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Steven S
My guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. He and his driver picked me up, and dropped me off, at my hotel, even though it is well north of downtown. The Grand Palace and Wat Arun are amazing. I strongly recommend this tour. Be prepared for a LOT of walking.
4. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Bridge on The River Kwai Tour from Bangkok
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience Thais rural life and a charm of countryside at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and visit historical sites in Kanchanaburi including the Bridge over the River Kwai, Allied War Cemeteries. Cruise past boats piled high with fruits and handicrafts, stand on the famous bridge, learn about Thailand’s World War II history. • Full day tour from Bangkok • Travel on a longtail boat through the unique Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets • Visit Kanchanaburi, home to the infamous Bridge on The Kwai River • Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant • English speaking local guide • Hotel pickup and drop off from Bangkok City Hotels
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver, English speaking licensed guide, Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only), Boat trip to the Floating Markets, Lunch
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver
Reviewed By jlamkk
The giant Buddha statue is a MUST to visit the in Phuket. But try to go in the early morning as the sun will rise facing the Big Buddha and you can get a nice picture of the Buddha with clear blue sky behind.
5. Kanchanaburi's WWII Historical Sites & Erawan Waterfall
Spend a day in and around Kanchanaburi, a town west of Bangkok that lives with a dark past amongst beautiful natural scenery. This Private Tour will take you to the Allied POWs War Grave Cemetery and the JEATH Museum. Also during the day you will spend time at the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai, including taking a ride across it and part of the 'Death Railway. Lunch in a Jungle restaurant is included and a stop will be made to the beautiful Erawan Waterfall, which will show you that this area is not only home to a tragic past that we must ensure never happens again. This tour is a must, particularly for history buffs and those wishing to keep the memories of so many great soldiers alive.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop-off , Train ride along the Death Railway , Buffet lunch in the Jungle , Visit to Erawan Waterfall, Drinking water and cold towel , All entrance fees and Insurance
Exclusions: Gratuities (optional) , Personal expenses, beverages, etc. , Other optional excursions or meals not mentioned in the program , Cost of upgrade on the train (optional)
Reviewed By paulinellis
We used I Asia Thailand (we used them last year) and we rented a van with guide Woody and driver. We requested Woody after good comments and feedback. We did a 8 hour day trip and they were punctual, dressed well, excellent English and very informative. We started from Patong and made our way north before stopping for lunch and then east road back to the south to the many view points. The van was clean with great aircon and wifi!!!. We also had our own hand sanitiser and also wipes throughout the day. I would suggest and recommend I Asia Thailand to any family and friends. We would happily use their services again!
6. From Kanchanaburi: Kanchanaburi City Tour Half Day
This programme is specially designed for those that want to touch the key places in Kanchanaburi in a half day time.
Inclusions: Whole-trip transfer by local truck, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Jenae N
We took a tour with Sam, I believe (I’m horrible with names). It was excellent! He was extremely knowledgeable.
7. E-scooter at Kanchanaburi city
A fun and ecological way to visit the beautiful sites of Kanchanaburi province... Ride along the Kwai Yai River, then the Mae Klong River, born from the confluence of the Kwai Noi (Kwai Sai Yok) and the Kwai Yai River (Kwai Si Sawat). The way goes along very divers styles temples: Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and the street of Chinatown built in the late nineteenth century. It is possible to take the ferry to the port of Chukkadon and cross the Mae Klong.
Inclusions: E-scooter , E-scooter protection equipment, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Services of a French speaking guide., Tips
Reviewed By sisukho8
These are wonderful waterfalls in the spiritual mountain. The hike is easy for first 4 tiers, then become moderately difficult for some people. It is worth getting to the top. We could witness the effects of global warming on this mountain and the reduction of the water at the top fall. Although it is still beautiful at all of the falls, visit them while they are still exited. Kayaking on the River Kwai is nice and easy.
8. River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok
The trip includes a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war (POW) during World War II. It includes a visit to a war cemetery containing the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers who died while building the bridge and constructing the notorious -Death Railway-. At the JEATH Museum, guests will see a replica of a Japanese POW camp, followed by a train journey along a stunning stretch of the -Death Railway-. A buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Wang Po station, close to the Burmese border. - JEATH Museum - Visit Japanese POW camp - Exciting train journey at Death Railway - Buffet lunch at Wang Po station - Round Trip Transfer
Inclusions: Round Trip Transfer, English Speaking guide, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By jlamkk
The giant Buddha statue is a MUST to visit the in Phuket. But try to go in the early morning as the sun will rise facing the Big Buddha and you can get a nice picture of the Buddha with clear blue sky behind.
9. River Kwai Bridge and Death Railway World War II Tour in Thailand
You will be with our Professional/Experienced tourist guides who got certificate from TAT of training, and it's your own private tour from/to your hotel in private. It's one full day trip from Bangkok with all included in the tour package.
Inclusions: Lunch with Thai Food at Restaurant, Mineral water/2bottles per person, Entrances/Tickests: For Train ride, Museum, Snacks,Food, Drinks, Entrances/Tickests: For Train ride, Museum, Snacks,Food, Drinks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Soft Drinks, Personal expenses,
Reviewed By X v
Nice touring company that we wanted to book with, but didn’t as they support animal suffering. Elephant backs are the most vulnerable part of their bodies, which no one should use for leisure (or work, for that matter). Also, these elephants are captured from the wild and broken in (=beaten till they surrender). No animal loving human being would support these practices.
10. River Kwai One Day Tour from Bangkok
The trip includes a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war (POW) during World War II. It includes a visit to a war cemetery containing the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers who died while building the bridge and constructing the notorious -Death Railway-. At the JEATH Museum, guests will see a replica of a Japanese POW camp, followed by a train journey along a stunning stretch of the -Death Railway-. A buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Wang Po station, close to the Burmese border. - JEATH Museum - Visit Japanese POW camp - Exciting train journey at Death Railway - Buffet lunch at Wang Po station - Round Trip Transfer
Inclusions: Round Trip Transfer, English Speaking guide, Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By stephanierA382VY
Tony was a great guide for this tour. He knew a lot about each place we visited, and he had it timed perfectly for sunset at Wat Huay Pla Kang and then for the Blue Temple's illumination. We arrived at the clock tower about ten minutes before the music and light show started. Tony actually created a short video and sent it to us! We highly recommend this tour with Tony!
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