Kanchanaburi Travel Guides and Tours

On this incredible journey to Thailand, experience Thailand’s culture, villages, history, and religion—the vacation of a lifetime! Begin your trip in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city. Your sightseeing tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s canals, to see the everyday way of life and traditional Thai culture as you pass family homes and temples. See the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok, as well as the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple. Depart Bangkok for a glimpse into local life with a longtail boat ride through the canals of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market; witness small flat boats expertly paddled by ladies ready to stop and bargain at a moment’s notice. Next stop: Kanchanaburi to see the Bridge on the River Kwai, Tiger Temple (a sanctuary and conservation center for Indochinese Tigers), Cemetery of the Allied Prisoners, and a ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway. Then, head to Ayutthaya and visit shrines and temples typical of ancient Thai religious architecture. On the way to Chiang Mai, stop at the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, marvel at the standing Buddha statues as you explore the ruins of temples and monasteries. In Chiang Mai, rise early to witness and participate in the almsgiving ceremony, a very special Thai custom. Each morning before dawn, Buddhist monks don their distinctive saffron-colored robes and walk along the streets carrying alms bowls and receiving boiled rice and condiment donations. Personally present alms to the monks, and you will receive their blessings. Then drive up a winding mountain road to visit the White Hmong People, one of northern Thailand’s Hill Tribes, to witness life in the village. Also, in Chiang Mai, another treat awaits you—a traditional Thai massage.Visit an elephant camp and ride an elephant before heading to Ban Thaton to visit the Paduang Long-Necked Women. Early in life, brass rings are placed on the necks and legs of the village girls, creating the visual illusion of stretched necks as they age. Take a boat ride on the Kok River and visit Baan Mai, a silk- and sa paper-making village, before traveling to Chiang Rai.Drive to the Golden Triangle, where the Ruak and mighty Mekong Rivers meet, and enjoy views over Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. Next, leave Thailand and fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia, to view the highlight of your vacation: the spectacular temple ruins of Angkor. Visit the most famous temple, Angkor Wat, honoring the Hindu god Vishnu. Enjoy two days of guided sightseeing and see the Bayon Temple featuring some 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers and impressive bas reliefs. Also see Ta Prohm, left relatively untouched surrounded by jungle, and Banteay Srei, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Enjoy a cruise on Tonle Sap (Great Lake), where you see a floating village and get a glimpse of life on the water. Your trip ends back in Bangkok with free time—a perfect end to an amazing Thailand and Cambodia vacation!

Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Siem Reap Extension, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Chiang Rai, Ayutthaya

On this incredible journey to Thailand, experience Thailand’s culture, villages, history, and religion—the vacation of a lifetime! Begin your trip in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city. Your sightseeing tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s canals, to see the everyday way of life and traditional Thai culture as you pass family homes and temples. See the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok, as well as the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple. Depart Bangkok for a glimpse into local life with a longtail boat ride through the canals of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market; witness small flat boats expertly paddled by ladies ready to stop and bargain at a moment’s notice. Next stop: Kanchanaburi to see the Bridge on the River Kwai, Tiger Temple (a sanctuary and conservation center for Indochinese Tigers), Cemetery of the Allied Prisoners, and a ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway. Then, head to Ayutthaya and visit shrines and temples typical of ancient Thai religious architecture. On the way to Chiang Mai, stop at the Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, marvel at the standing Buddha statues as you explore the ruins of temples and monasteries. In Chiang Mai, rise early to witness and participate in the almsgiving ceremony, a very special Thai custom. Each morning before dawn, Buddhist monks don their distinctive saffron-colored robes and walk along the streets carrying alms bowls and receiving boiled rice and condiment donations. Personally present alms to the monks, and you will receive their blessings. Then drive up a winding mountain road to visit the White Hmong People, one of northern Thailand’s Hill Tribes, to witness life in the village. Also, in Chiang Mai, another treat awaits you—a traditional Thai massage.Visit an elephant camp and ride an elephant before heading to Ban Thaton to visit the Paduang Long-Necked Women. Early in life, brass rings are placed on the necks and legs of the village girls, creating the visual illusion of stretched necks as they age. Take a boat ride on the Kok River and visit Baan Mai, a silk- and sa paper-making village, before traveling to Chiang Rai.Drive to the Golden Triangle, where the Ruak and mighty Mekong Rivers meet, and enjoy views over Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. Fly back to Bangkok and enjoy leisure time to explore and tour the city on your own. You’ll arrive home with lots of stories and photos from this amazing Thailand vacation.

Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Chiang Rai, Ayutthaya

Destinations

Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Eastern and Oriental Express train, Singapore

Your Itinerary Includes

• All round trip airport and train station transfers
• 3 nights Bangkok at The Peninsula
• Canals and Grand Palace private half day tour
• City and temple private half day tour
• 2 nights Chiang Mai at Four Seasons Resort
• City and temple private half day tour
• Elephants at work half day tour
• 3 nights Eastern & Oriental Express Train (Bangkok to Singapore)
• Wang Po and River Kwai tour
• Georgetown and Penang tour (Malaysia)
• 2 nights Singapore at The Fullerton
• Singapore private full day tour
• 10 breakfasts 3 lunches 3 dinners

Beautiful countryside and colorful cityscapes…you're sure to find the ancient beauty of Thailand eye-opening. It is a land of enchantment, with a temple at every corner, colorful spirit houses, and long-tail boats traveling the canals and rivers. This tour includes the captivating city of Bangkok where a city tour introduces you to Thai religious beliefs and Thai royalty. Travel through the countryside to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ayutthaya, where you'll see ancient ruins dating from the 14th century. Overnight in Phitsanulok and Lampang and take an exciting excursion across the Mekong River to Laos. In Chiang Mai, inhale the scent of orchids - Thailand's national flower - watch local artisans at their crafts and learn about the culture and traditions of the Hill Tribes. This tour also features a visit to the Maesa Elephant Camp.