Escape to a peaceful 3-day, 2-night getaway at Home Phutoey River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. Nestled in lush greenery, this charming resort offers cozy log cabin accommodations, perfect for a relaxing retreat. During your stay, explore the rich history and culture of Kanchanaburi. Visit the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, War Cemetery, and the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum, learning about the hardships faced by POWs during WWII. Discover the stories of the Mon people at the Mon Tribal Village and enjoy a scenic long-tailed boat ride along the river.

You’ll also experience the famous Bridge over the River Kwai and ride the Death Railway, passing over the historic wooden viaduct built by Allied POWs. This 3-day tour includes convenient transfers from Bangkok, ensuring a hassle-free experience as you explore the best sights and landmarks of Kanchanaburi.

Itinerary

DAY 1: BANGKOK – KANCHANABURI – HOME PHUTOEY RIVER KWAI

• Morning:

  • Arrive in Kanchanaburi.
  • Visit the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, an interactive museum dedicated to the history of the Thailand–Burma Railway.
  • Explore the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, a memorial to over 6,000 Allied POWs who died along the Death Railway.
  • Visit the Bridge over the River Kwai, a historic landmark part of the Death Railway built by Allied POWs.

• Noon:

  • Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre, showcasing the history of the Burma-Thailand Railway and the hardships faced by workers.
  • Descend the stairs behind the museum to the Hellfire Pass Memorial Walking Trail, following the original rail bed.
  • Transfer to Home Phutoey River Kwai and check-in.

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight stay at Home Phutoey River Kwai.

DAY 2: MON TRIBAL VILLAGE – MON CHAT

• Morning:

  • After breakfast, take a long-tailed boat to visit the Mon Tribal Village, where the Mon people have lived for generations.
  • Visit the Golden Rock, Buddha image cave, and the village school.
  • Experience Mon culture through a talk with the locals about their history, religion, and dances.
  • Learn how to wear traditional Mon costumes and play the Saba game.
  • Make Tanaka powder from the bark and wood of the Tanaka tree, used as a natural cosmetic and sunscreen.
  • Take a short walk along the jungle trail to a stunning viewpoint of the River Kwai.
  • Return for lunch at Home Phutoey River Kwai.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Home Phutoey Peace Park to see the collection of artwork titled “Images as a Japanese Prisoner of War” by British artist Jack Chalker, who was a POW for three years.
  • Explore the Weary Dunlop Museum and replicas of hospital huts.

• Evening:

  • Dinner and overnight stay at Home Phutoey River Kwai.

DAY 3: HOME PHUTOEY RIVER KWAI – BANGKOK

• Morning:

  • Breakfast at the resort.

• 11:00 AM:

  • Check-out and proceed to lunch at a local restaurant.

• 1:00 PM:

  • Take a historic ride on the Death Railway Train, crossing over the original wooden viaduct built by Allied POWs.

• 2:30 PM:

  • Journey back to Bangkok.

• 6:00 PM:

  • Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to hotels.