River Kwai and Elephant Washing

The bridge over the River Kwai and the wartime railway, plus the chance to wash elephants in the Kwai Noi River.

Kanchanaburi, in the central plains, is one of the most picturesque provinces in Thailand, with jungle and rugged hills. For those interested in archaeology: a chance discovery during World War II led to the finding of Neolithic burial sites in this area.

What the day looks like

1. We travel west to Kanchanaburi and visit the museum, a replica of the huts where prisoners of war lived during their captivity. It shows records and pictures made by prisoners held by the Japanese during World War II.
2. We take a short boat trip to see the bridge over the River Kwai.
3. We board the train and ride the railway.
4. We leave the train close to the border with Myanmar and have lunch.
5. We wash elephants in the Kwai Noi River.
6. We return to town by bus to visit the war cemetery of the Allied soldiers who died building the railway.
7. We drive back to Hua Hin.

Good to know

Departure	06:00 from Hua Hin or Cha-Am
Return	18:00
Included	Minivan, train, English-speaking guide, lunch, entrance fee