RIVER KWAI &ANCIENT KINGDOMSFR$418 TRUTHAI EXPERIENCEFR$7713 DAYS BANGKOK TO KOH PHANGAN8 DAYSTake a breather from tumultuous Bangkok and embark on thisexciting historic tour. Visit the Summer Palace on the banks of theChao Phraya River before discovering the ancient ruins of WorldHeritage listed Ayutthaya. Next, it’s on to Kanchanaburi to delveinto its WWII history. See the Bridge over the River Kwai and thebeautiful Erawan N.P. Enjoy three days of delicious Thai food,swimming under waterfalls and admiring fascinating temples.Departs: Daily Accommodation: Tourist class hotel (2nts) Meals: 2 breakfastsTour Leader: Local English speaking guide Tour Code: BKKRKW. We also offer aday trip to River Kwai - please ask for details.Bamboo rafting, a trip to spectacular Khao Sok National Park,traditional Thai massages, a night in a floating bungalow, elephantriding, snorkelling in idyllic Koh Tao, plus dining and beach partyingaplenty! This truly is an action-packed, adventure-filled tour tostart your backpacking trip or an equally ideal one week holiday.Sample the infamous Bangkok nightlife and meet some awesomepeople on this fabulous trip!Departs: 3-4 times monthly Accommodation: Guesthouse (2 nts), overnighttrain (1 nt), floating bungalow (1 nt), villa (2 nts), beach bungalow(1 nt) Meals:1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners Tour Code: BKKTTE<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>EAST</strong> <strong>ASIA</strong>RIVER KWAIFLOATHOUSEFR$3242 DAYSFLOATINGMARKETSFR FR$79 BANGKOK FOOD $73HALF DAY EXPEDITIONHALF DAYHead out into the unspoilt mountainous jungle scenery ofKanchanaburi, just over two hours from Bangkok and home to theiconic River Kwai. Visit the museum, the Allied POW Cemetery andtake a historic train ride on the Death Railway. Come nightfall, beddown in an elegant floating villa, complete with private terrace,DVD player and rain shower at the luxurious Float House. Enjoy aguided jungle trek on Day 2 before returning to Bangkok.Departs: Daily Accommodation: Luxury twin shared room in boutique, floatingvilla (1 nt) Includes: Transfers & admission fees Meals:1 breakfast, 2 luches, 1dinner Transport: Air con van/coach, boat Tour Code: BKKRKFGo bargain hunting at DamnoenSaduak, the most famous ofBangkok’s floating markets.Colourfully clad merchants atthese lively markets paddlealong the canals selling freshfruit and veg to shoppers. Alsoincluded is a visit to South EastAsia’s largest pagoda.BKKDAMVisit the local fresh market ofPhra Khanong to buy the rawingredients for your cookerycourse that will follow. Boarda longtail boat to tour PhraKhanong canal before arrivingat the house for your cookerycourse where you will preparefour amazing dishes.BKKBFECHINATOWN& NIGHT MARKETSFR$68 DAMNOEN SADUAKFR$97 BANGKOK CITYFR$37 TEMPLE &FR$78HALF DAY & TIGER TEMPLEFULL DAY & TEMPLES TOURHALF DAY RIVER OF KINGSHALF DAYImmerse yourself in the culture,soak up the atmosphere andlearn how the communityoriginated hundreds of yearsago. Explore and visit a 100year-old coffee shop and theworld’s largest golden Buddha.Try different foods and bagsome bargains at the markets!Bag a bargain at DamneonSaduak, Bangok’s most popularand colourful floating marketbefore heading to the ‘TigerTemple’ rescue centre, whereyou’ll get up close with thesemajestic wild animals. Finish upwith a trip to the world-famousRiver Kwai Bridge. Grrrrreat!Feed your inner culture-vultureand check out several ofBangkok’s most magnificenttemples, including the famousreclining Buddha. There’llalso be plenty of sightseeing,shopping and eatingopportunities. A great way tofind your feet!The Grand Palace, the EmeraldBuddha and Wat Po (Bangkok’soldest Buddhist temple) are allticked off on this exciting tour.You’ll also hop on a long-tailboat to visit Bangkok’s canals.Escape the chaotic streetsand explore the city’s longforgottennooks and crannies.BKKCHI BKKSTT BKKCTTBKKRIVCALL 1300 676 561 TO BOOK55
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