From Bangkok : Kanchanaburi Tour with Floating market Visit
At a Glance
Type
Day Trips & Excursions
Duration
11 hours
Rating
5.0/5 (64)
Price
From $178.00/group
Fitness
Moderate - The tour invol...
Tour Details
Pick up from your hotel in Bangkok at 7.00 a.m. Travel to Maeklong railway market, Damnoensaduak Floating market and the highlights of Kanchanaburi including River Kwai Bridge, Krasae cave by private car transport.
Enjoy the private boat tour by long tail boat and train ride along the death railway in a day.
What Makes This Tour Special
This tour combines transportation by private car, a long-tail boat ride through the floating market canals, and a train ride along the historic Death Railway, offering multiple modes of travel and perspectives on the area’s history and daily life.
- Private transport from Bangkok starting at 7:00 a.m. for early access to markets before crowds build.
- Boat ride through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market canals for close-up views of market activity.
- Train ride over the River Kwai Bridge on a section of the historic Death Railway.
- Visit to Krasae Cave, a wartime site beside the railway, not included in many standard tours.
- Combination of cultural, historical, and natural sights in one day trip.
Historical Background
Kanchanaburi province is historically significant due to its role during World War II, particularly the construction of the Burma Railway by Allied prisoners of war under Japanese occupation. The River Kwai Bridge was part of this railway and became a symbol of wartime hardship and engineering.
Is This Tour Worth It?
This day trips & excursions activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 64 reviews, running 11 hours from $178.00 per group.
Best For
FamiliesPrivate groups
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users · Those with limited time
Pros
- +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
- +Well-reviewed: 64 ratings
- +Booked through Viator
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified
- -Requires moderate - the tour involves some walking in market areas, boarding and disembarking boats and trains, and uneven surfaces near the railway and caves. fitness level
- -Inclusions not listed
