
"Thank you for organising such a fantastic tour. Very friendly and well organised. Nothing too much trouble for our guides."
Georgina Bruce (Thailand tailor-made, Nov 07) |
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KANCHANABURI & RIVER KWAI, THAILAND
Kanchanaburi is a town in the west of Thailand approximately 130km west of Bangkok and is the capital of Kanchanaburi province. The town is located at the confluence of the Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai rivers.
Kanchanaburi town was first established by Rama I who used the town as a first defence against the Burmese who may have used the old invasion route through the Three Pagodas Pass. This pass is still a popular smuggling route into Myanmar today.
To the north and northwest of Kanchanaburi are several of Thailand's largest and most beautiful waterfalls and most extensive wildlife sanctuaries.
 The many visitors the main attraction to the area is the famous Bridge over the River Kwai. The bridge was built in 1942 by prisoners of war (POWS) under the control of the Japanese. It is estimated that approximately 16,000 POWS died during the construction of the 'Death Railway' of which the bridge only a small part. At the time, Japanese engineers estimated that it would take 5 years to link Thailand and Myanmar by rail, but the Japanese army forced the POWS to complete the 415km in 16 months. Much of the railway runs through extremely difficult terrain that required very high bridges and deep mountain cuttings.
The Kanchanaburi Allied War Cemetery is very well cared for with green lawns and healthy flowers. The cemetery contains 7,000 graves, mostly British and Australian.
Tours including Kanchanaburi & River Kwai
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| Classic Thailand |
Thailand |
13 days |
From UK£1,800 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai. This tour of Thailand takes in many of the major cultural sights the country has to offer. From the hustle and bustle of Bangkok to the peaceful beauty of Erawan National Park, and from the ancient temples of Ayutthaya to the scenic cities of the north – Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, this is classic Thailand. Extensions to Ankhor Wat or one of Thailand's beautiful beaches are available. |
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| North Thailand Explorer |
Thailand |
15 days |
From UK£570 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai. Ideal for backpackers and independent travellers, our Northern Thailand Explorer takes you on an adventure to the jungles of the north. After enjoying the sites of Bangkok, Kanchanaburi and Ayutthaya, you head north to Chang Mai and Chiang Rai for jungle trekking, bamboo rafting, a hill-tribe village stay, river boat ride, and a jungle elephant ride. |
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| Snakehead Explorer |
Thailand |
8 days |
From UK£1,495 |
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On this tour we take you on a trip to Si Nakharin reservoir in pursuit of the elusive snakehead. This super hard-fighting fish is a fantastic prize for the dedicated fisherman and we will take you to the absolute best place to catch them. This unique fishing experience will take you back to nature in a big way as you will be staying in beautiful floating, teakwood houses amidst superb jungle scenery.
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| Taste of Thailand |
Thailand |
7 days |
From UK£980 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Ayutthaya. This short holiday offers a mouth-watering taste of Thailand and will leave you wanting more. Enjoy Bangkok’s many temples and palaces along with a tour to the bridge on the River Kwai and local Mon village. Experience the natural wonders of Erawan National Park and Thailand’s historic capital, Ayutthaya, and of course let’s not forget the real taste of Thailand with a Thai cookery tour! |
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| Temples & Palaces |
Thailand |
7 days |
From UK£720 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Ayutthaya. This short tour of Thailand provides a taste of some of the fascinating sights the area around Bangkok has to offer. We visit the temples of ancient Ayutthaya, the bridge on the River Kwai, the many splendid temples, palaces and markets of Bangkok and the natural beauty of Erawan National Park, all in just 7 days. |
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| Thailand Fishing Adventure |
Thailand |
9 days |
From UK£1,390 |
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This tour combines some excellent fishing for giant mekong catfish in Bangkok, with an expedition into the jungle, hunting down hard-fighting snakehead. It's a perfect mix of the adrenaline pumping action of landing 100 lb+ mekong catfish, and the quiet patience required to chase down the elusive snakehead in it's beautiful jungle stronghold.
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| Thailand Wildlife Safari |
Thailand |
13 days |
From UK£1,040 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Khao Sok National Park. This tour explores two of Thailand’s best National Parks and includes a wide range of wildlife safaris and tours, including jungle treks, river canoeing, and an easy cycle ride, birdwatching trip and boat ride in the rural countryside areas outside Bangkok. |
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| Treasures of Thailand |
Thailand |
10 days |
From UK£1,350 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai. Visit Thailand in style with this carefully tailored tour, designed especially to give you just the right mix of luxury and adventure. After visiting the popular sights of Bangkok and its surroundings we head north to Chiang Mai for a taste of the more traditional Thailand. Beach extensions and other options are available and easily added to this tour. |
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| Wildlife & Beaches |
Thailand |
18 days |
From UK£1,430 |
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Bangkok, River Kwai, Erawan National Park, Khao Sok National Park, Ko Samui, Ang Thong. Enjoy a comprehensive tour to some of Thailand’s most beautiful and unspoilt National Parks with expert local guides. Activities include bird watching, jungle walks, river canoeing, snorkelling over coral reefs together with some sightseeing in and around Bangkok and time to relax on the beautiful beaches of Ko Samui, giving you as much enjoyment as possible of Thailand's natural beauty and wildlife. |
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