Damnoen Saduak + Bridge over the River Kwai + Elephant Bathing

Historic Rail & Gentle Giants

Damnoen Saduak + Bridge over the River Kwai + Elephant Bathing

Experience rural markets, wartime history, railway scenery, and an elephant bathing activity on a private day journey from Bangkok. Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market before continuing to Kanchanaburi and the Bridge over the River Kwai. The program includes a train ride on the historic Death Railway, passing countryside and the original wooden viaduct constructed by Allied prisoners of war. The elephant bathing stop distinguishes this itinerary from the standard River Kwai route and adds an outdoor activity to the day.

Destination	Ratchaburi/Kanchanaburi
Start	Bangkok
End	Bangkok
Type	Private
Period	Day Tour
Depart	mtwthfsasu
Condition	Moderate
Tour Code	DS3

📍 Highlights

○ Damnoen Sadauak Floating Market

○ Bridge over the River Kwai

○ Train ride on Death Railway

🎯 Ideal For

○ Couples

○ Families and Friends

○ Private Groups

○ First-Time Visitors

✨ What to Expect

- An easy way to experience Ratchaburi

Damnoen Saduak + Bridge over the River Kwai + Elephant Bathing

Itinerary

06:30 hrs.: Depart for Damnoen Saduak, situated 110km west of Bangkok. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through rice paddies and salt fields, providing a glimpse of the rural life in Thailand.
08:00 hrs.: We arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Be amazed by the boats of various shapes and sizes used by merchants to ferry their goods. You can also hire a small boat to board along the market and shop for local products.
09:00 hrs.: Depart floating market to Kanchanaburi. (1.5 hours drive)
10:30 hrs.: Visit the Bridge over the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi and see the historic railway crossing and riverside setting. This stop introduces the wartime history of the Thailand-Burma Railway and the people forced to build it.
: Board the train for a memorable journey on the Death Railway, an experience that combines stunning landscapes with a poignant reminder of the past. Travel over the original wooden viaducts, marveling at the engineering feat and the breathtaking views of the river and jungles below.
12:15 hrs.: Enjoy lunch at the scenic Sai Yok Elephant Camp, preparing for an afternoon of ethical elephant interactions.
: At Sai Yok Elephant Camp, engage in a series of compassionate activities with the elephants, including preparing meals, watching their playful mud baths, feeding, walking, and the highlight - bathing elephants in their natural pools. These activities offer a profound connection with these majestic creatures, all within a respectful and caring environment.
18:00 hrs.: As the afternoon wanes, embark on the drive back to Bangkok, passing through picturesque countryside, paddy fields, villages, and temples—a mosaic of Thailand’s rural beauty. (3-4 hours drive)
19:00 hrs.: Arrive Bangkok Hotel.

Remark
- For those looking forward to the bathing activity with the elephants, please remember to bring a change of clothes.

FIT Group All

Rates: Damnoen Saduak + River Kwai + Elephant Bathing

Service Class	FIT				Group
Service Class	1 / Person	2 / Person	3-4 / Person	5-8 / Person	9-16 / Person	17-32 / Person	33+ / Person
Premium Class	฿ 10,900	฿ 6,400	฿ 5,300	฿ 4,800	฿ 4,500	฿ 4,300	฿ 4,100

Note: Price/Person in ฿ THB - Thai Baht

Inclusions:
✓ Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver
✓ English speaking licensed guide
✓ All admission fees as mentioned in the program
✓ Lunch
✓ Train ticket (3rd class)
✓ Elephant bathing Program

Exclusions:
✗ Boat
✗ Items of a personal nature
✗ Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver

Child Policy:

For children under 3 years old = Free
For children 4-12 years old = 70% of adult price
For children over 13 years old = Full adult price

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