2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT : Depart from Bangkok EVERYDAY

Day 1 : 

Early morning pick-up for departure to River Kwai (129 kms from Bangkok) with a visit to the cemetery of Allied prisoners of World War II, and the nearby War Museum, before proceeding to the Bridge over the River Kwai. Lunch is taken at a local restaurant near the Bridge.

After lunch, visit the fascinating remote forest temple of Wat Pha Luangtabua, where dedicated Buddhist monks live in beautiful surroundings with numerous wild animals, including seventeen tigers. The monks take these majestic animals for a walk on a leash every afternoon, creating one of the most extraordinary sights you will ever see in Thailand, and something probably unique in the world. In such proximity to the tigers, all visitors must exercise caution, and never act in any way that might disturb or frighten the beasts.

From the temple, proceed to Hellfire Pass, the deepest cutting on the railway line, where many prisoners-of-war died in terrible conditions. Visit the Hellfire Pass Memorial, funded by the Australian Government, and constructed in cooperation with the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand, to honour all those who perished both here and elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific, during World War II. Overnight stay in a deluxe room at the River Kwai Village Hotel.

Important notice to all tour participants:
Just as with a visit to a game reserve where wild animals are not caged, the tour to the forest temple carries a small amount of risk. To ensure maximum safety, all participants must fully comply with all instructions given by the tour guide or the monks.

Day 2 : 

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
This morning, take an enjoyable 40-minute ride on a bamboo river raft, followed by 30 exciting minutes riding on elephant back. Enjoy a tasty buffet lunch at a local restaurant and proceed to the nearby Wang Po station for a scenic train ride on the Death Railway, crossing the famous long wooden viaduct, which is built into the side of a towering cliff on the bank of the river. Arrive at River Kwai Bridge station, and travel by road back to Bangkok.

Inclusion

1) Sightseeing tours as specified in the programme.
2) Meals as specified.(1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner)
3) Admission fees.
4) Accommodation in a deluxe room at the River Kwai Village for 1 night.
5) Service of English-speaking guide.

Remark

The above programme has been modified to ensure a timely arrival at the forest temple, as the monks take the tigers out at approximately 13.00 hours, which is earlier than previously.