River Kwai Jungle Rafts: 2-Day Kanchanaburi Escape from Bangkok
Description
Leave the city behind and uncover one of Thailand's most emotional and awe-inspiring regions on this 2-day escape to Kanchanaburi. Travel from Bangkok to historic River Kwai, where war stories meet jungle serenity.
Step back in time at iconic World War II sites, including Bridge over River Kwai and Death Railway. Visit Thailand-Burma Railway Centre for insight into harsh conditions POWs endured during construction. Wander around War Cemetery absorbing silence and solemnity.
Then take long-tail boat deep into jungle where your night's accommodation awaits: floating bamboo raft gently swaying on river. With no electricity, Wi-Fi, or distractions, Jungle Rafts offer off-the-grid eco-retreat. Enjoy traditional Mon cultural performance in evening.
Next day, visit Mon tribal village and take short jungle hike. Ride infamous railway through dramatic cliffs and forested landscapes, including wooden viaduct suspended high on cliff. Adventure includes transport, guiding, meals, and the overnight.
Included
Breakfast x 1
Lunch x 1
A 2-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
Accommodation in sharing twin/double room during the tour (floating raft).
Transportation by car / mini-van / coach with professional driver.
Transportation by local long-tail boat, as indicated in the programme
Traditional Mon dance performance at the Jungle Rafts
Train ticket over the Death Railway
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Snacks, drinks and /or refreshments during the tour
All meals as indicated in the programme (food only)
Excluded
Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description,
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated,
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.,
Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels,
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point,
Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations,
Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program,
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Know before you go
• Lightweight, breathable clothing
• Comfortable closed shoes for walking
• Hat or cap, sunglasses, high-SPF sunblock
• Insect repellent
• Waterproof bag for electronics
• Reusable water bottle
• Flashlight or headlamp (no electricity at Jungle Rafts)
• Personal toiletries and essentials (eco-lodging)
• Warm layer for cool evenings by the river