River Kwai Bridge and Floating Market Full-Day Combo
Description
Discover one of Thailand's most iconic tourist destinations at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where vibrant local culture and bustling waterways create a unique shopping experience. After being picked up from your hotel, enjoy a refreshing break at a coconut farm. Once at the pier, hop aboard a long-tailed speedboat for a scenic ride through the canals to the floating market. After exploring the market, head to the town of Kanchanaburi for a delicious lunch. Next, visit the world-renowned Bridge over the River Kwai. Take a leisurely stroll along the bridge and browse local market stalls for unique souvenirs. You'll also have the opportunity to tour the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, which honors over 6,000 prisoners. Before heading back to Bangkok, make a poignant stop at the JEATH War Museum, which provides insight into the historical context of the region. This tour offers two options: a shared tour with fellow travelers or a private tour for a more personalized adventure.
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Itinerary
Damnoen Saduak is the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving you an insight into a bygone way of life.
The JEATH War Museum is a war museum in Thailand about the Death Railway built from 1942 to 1943 by Allied POWs under the direction of the Japanese, a part of the Thai-Burma railways
Close enough to Bangkok for a day trip, Thailand's Kanchanaburi province is steeped in important World War Two-era history
This steel bridge is one of important historical landmarks and memorials in Thailand. It is almost a symbol of the province and is a recommended place in Kanchanaburi travel guide. The history of the bridge is well known, as it was part of the railway lines in World War II and had seen its share of conflict and bloodshed
The Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is the main prisoner of war cemetery for victims of Japanese imprisonment while building the Burma Railway. It is on the main road, Saeng Chuto Road, through the town of Kanchanaburi,
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from all centrally located Bangkok Hotels
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- If you have mobility problems, you may have difficulties getting into or out of the long-tailed speedboat. Please advise your guide of this at the commencement of the tour. Your guide will arrange for the driver to take you to the Bridge by road instead.
- Children 1 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult
- Should your travel plans change after booking, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
- *Please note - Departs Kanchanaburi approx. 4.30pm. and will reach Bangkok approx 7.00pm. Timing depends on traffic conditions. It is not recommended that you make plans for the early evening in Bangkok in case bad traffic/weather delays your return time back to Bangkok.
- Minimum 4 people for the Shared Tour to operate. If numbers are not met then we will contact you for a small charge to upgrade to private.
- NO Animal stops will be made on this tour effective 2022
Reviews(25)
This was an amazing trip to the Kwai Bridge and something I have wanted to do for along time. The guide was very informative and helpful. We went to the Floating Market and a fresh fish market. Then we were able to view coconut products processing. The ride was in a comfortable vehicle. I will always remember the trip.
Dear Guest, Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We are honored that we could help you fulfill a long-time dream of visiting the Bridge over the River Kwai. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the variety of the day, from the bustling Floating Market to learning about local coconut production. We take great pride in our informative guides and comfortable transportation, as we want to ensure our guests can fully focus on the history and culture of these incredible sites. We are so glad this will be a trip you always remember, and we hope to see you again for another adventure in Thailand! Best regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Visiting the Bridge over the River Kwai was such a powerful and moving experience. Standing on the historic bridge, learning about its significance during WWII, and walking through the museum really brought history to life. It was emotional, eye-opening, and something I’ll never forget. After that, we headed to one of the floating markets – and wow, what a contrast! It was vibrant, colorful, and full of energy. The food was delicious, the boats were packed with everything from tropical fruits to handmade goods, and the atmosphere was just so unique and fun. This day was the perfect mix of reflection and adventure. Yes it’s a long day but I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting Thailand – five stars all the way!
Hello Marcel, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the combination of history and local culture made your day so memorable. It’s great to know that standing on the Bridge on the River Kwai and exploring the museum offered you a powerful, reflective journey into WWII history, while the vibrant energy of the floating market provided an exciting, sensory-filled adventure. Your feedback perfectly captures the unique contrast between a moving historical experience and the lively, colorful atmosphere of the market. We’re glad that the mix of reflection and adventure left such a lasting impression, and we truly appreciate your high recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable experiences in Thailand! Thanks Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Pros: Our guide “A” arrived promptly with a luxury vehicle and driver(Gopp). We did visit all the sights on the itinerary. Cons: The guide did no guiding. He just said we are going here and we are going there. He slept during our two hour ride to the River Kwai and worked on upcoming reservations on the return. He even had the driver drop him off before us so he could go home. He did answer questions when asked but volunteered very little information about Thailand, Bangkok or insight into any of our stops. His comment was watch the video. A good tour guide is knowledgeable and willing to share said knowledge with his guests. Sadly that did not happen in this case. Perhaps Thailand doesn’t require their guides to be licensed??
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that your transportation was comfortable and that you were able to visit all the sights on the itinerary. However, we’re truly sorry that your guide did not meet expectations in terms of engagement and sharing insights about the locations. After checking he did not know you were not happy with his guiding, please mention this to him next time. We understand a knowledgeable and attentive guide is key to a great experience, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Your comments will be shared with our team to ensure better training and service improvements moving forward. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more enriching experience in the future! Thanks, Paul
Picked up at our hotel bang on time, comfortable transport, the guides had thought of everything, water, wipes, tissues, mints etc Felt safe and unrushed at every stop we made, the trip exceeded our expectations! First stop at the train market, time for a cuppa then onto the floating market, busy but we loved it!!! Then onto a coconut plantation another interesting experience no hard sell! Then the bridge over the river Qwai a MUST!!!
Dear Yvonne, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a smooth and enjoyable experience on the Floating Market & Bridge on the River Kwai Combo tour. It's great to know that you appreciated the thoughtful touches from our guides, as well as the balance of excitement and relaxation at each stop. The train market, floating market, and the historic bridge truly make for a memorable journey, and we're so happy it exceeded your expectations! We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Loved going here, but you have to be prepared for the event! It costs a lot of money just to get IN… we weren’t told about that after our hour long journey from Bangkok to the location (withOUT traffic). But once you’ve made that journey you definitely feel compelled to pay it… Personally I loved it in there, however it wasn’t without its downfalls! The sales people can be slightly pushy in trying to get a sale, also the language barriers can be problematic. But there are plenty of foods, gifts, art, clothes and decor to buy. Some of the prices are escalated!!!! Try to convince your boat driver to bring you to the Temples to visit them, they’re definitely worth the visit… and along the way you’ll see beautiful homes along the water, and how the locals live (with a variety economic scale). We saw snakes and large lizards in the water, that the locals weren’t afraid of… I was terrified and excited! My personal suggestion… DO NOT support the elephant ride or seeing the lions. You pay for seeing animals not in the kindest living conditions. Instead use the sanctuary’s for that. But I LOVED my visit there and I would definitely recommend this to everyone… however be better than me, be prepared!!!!!
Dear Georgia, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us following your Floating Market & Bridge on the River Kwai Combo tour. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time exploring these iconic destinations with us. Creating memorable experiences for our guests is our top priority, and we're delighted that we succeeded in making your tour enjoyable. The Floating Market and the Bridge on the River Kwai are indeed remarkable sights, and we're glad you had the opportunity to experience their beauty and historical significance. Once again, thank you for choosing us for your tour, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future. Warm regards, Nick
Went on the Floating Marker and Bridge over the River Kwai private booking as was cheaper than group booking We had the best experience. Chin and Mr Tum were amazing. Chin was full of information and such fun. He may have done this trip lots of times but he made it feel unique and was still very genuinely saddened by the cemetery. Great trip to do. 5 adults on ours. Well done IAsia
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience following the Floating Market & Bridge on the River Kwai Combo tour. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed this unique and diverse excursion with us We're delighted that our tour, combining the vibrant energy of the floating market with the historical significance of the Bridge on the River Kwai, offered you a memorable and fulfilling experience. Thank you once again for choosing us and for sharing your wonderful feedback. Warm regards, Nick
Mon and is driver picked us up at the hotel. Just in time, just perfect. The minivan was superb. And the tour was really good, so many things to see. Although it was a full day with a lot of locations it never felt like a rush. Mon as our tourguide made our day! The private tour is more than worth the money!
Dear Emilie, Thank you for taking the time to write such a positive review of your experience with the Floating Market & Bridge on the River Kwai Combo tour. We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed every aspect of the tour. At IAsia Thaialnd, we strive to provide our guests with unique and memorable experiences, and we're thrilled to know that we succeeded in doing so for you. Exploring the vibrant Floating Market and witnessing the historic Bridge on the River Kwai are indeed remarkable highlights of Thailand, and we're glad you found them to be fascinating. Once again, thank you for choosing us and for sharing your wonderful review. We wish you many more exciting journeys ahead. Best regards, Nick
It is lot of fun and it trully a unique experience , I would encourage more people to try it, the variety and products for sale is really impressive. As for the River Kwai experience is truly moving. The display at the museum is a real historic treasure. And the cemetery was also very moving. The fact that we got to experience the arrival of the train was an added bonus. The movie does not do justice to what really happened.
Hi Jenita, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5 star rating - it's much appreciated! We are thrilled you enjoyed our day out, Nick
Our trip was cancelled at the last minute due to insufficient people. We are now awaiting our refund.
Hi David, Thanks for your review. As per the website (we mention on front page) we need a minimum number to operate and we did not cancel, we did not operate this due to insufficient numbers. My team sent you a message to change dates but as this was not convenient we refunded you in full. Sorry for the inconvenience caused, Thanks, Nick
Had read about the PoW camps and have always wanted to see the place. Plus Chu was a great guide who took us back into history.
Hi Priya, Thanks for taking the time to spend the day out with us the River Kwai and we appreciate your custom and 5 star review, Thanks Nick
