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Unspoiled Outdoors - Thaka Floating Market & Erawan Falls

Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Thailand, Thailand, Bangkok
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  • 11 hours 30 minutes
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Overview

60kms from Bangkok is one of the most authentic floating markets in Thailand, Thaka Floating Market. Your guide will meet you at your hotel at 7.00am and take you past rural farmland and coconut plantations to this functioning weekend floating market where easy-going locals welcome you to their age-old lifestyle.
Still primarily geared toward the local market, you will want to take advantage of the very cheap Thai coffee, snacks, drinks, etc.
Combine your visit to Thaka with other nearby places for the ideal full-day. Travel the scenic countryside past typical Thai homes, farmland and markets.
Visit Kanchanaburi's JEATH Museum. Step into a reconstructed hut resembling the living quarters of WW2 POWs to see paintings and photos of, and by, the prisoners.
Ride by long-tail speedboat for a Thai Set Menu Lunch.
Walk on the railway tracks over the Bridge over the River Kwai with your guide.
Hop into your vehicle to see nature at its most beautiful, being the 7-tiered Erawan Waterfall.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Tha Kha Floating Market, Moo 2 Tha Kha, Amphawa 75110 Thailand

There a number of floating markets all throughout Thailand and Thaka is one of the more authentic, although English signs in the vendors boats are appearing advertising what they are selling. That said, a visit here is still a worthwhile experience. However, they still aim to sell more to locals, so the prices are really cheap. Have some of the amazing fried bananas or coconut ice cream with a variety of colourful toppings. Be prepared to barter for your purchases.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: JEATH War Museum, Wat Chai Chumphon Ban Tai Subdistrict, Kanchanaburi 71000 Thailand

JEATH is an acronym for Japanese, English, American, Australian, Thai and Holland. The local museum has not been well-maintained over the years but was primarily constructed to give an insight into the atrocities of war so that all visitors are taught that war must never happen again

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: River Kwai, Kanchanaburi Thailand

Allied prisoners of war during World War II were forced to build the 258-mile Death Railway by Japanese forces. About a hundred thousand conscripted Asian labourers and 16,000 prisoners of war died on the whole project.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Erawan Waterfalls, Moo 4 Tha Kradan, Erawan National Park 71250 Thailand

The 12th National Park in Thailand with the main feature being a 7-tiered waterfall with emerald green ponds.

Duration: 50 minutes

Inclusions
  • Private Tour by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick up/Drop of at centrally located Bangkok hotels
  • English speaking local Guide
  • Thai Set Menu Lunch
  • Long-tail speedboat ride
  • Snack & Juice
  • Bottled water & Cold towel
  • Admission Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Erawan Waterfalls
  • Entry/Admission - JEATH War Museum

Exclusions
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Beverages
  • Any food not mentioned in program and other personal expenses
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Operates Saturday & Sundays only. Departure from your Bangkok hotel approximately 7.00am & Return approximately 6.30pm.
  • Thaka Floating Market is less well-known than its neighbours, Damnoen Saduak and Amphawa, resulting in cheaper prices and a more peaceful, authentic feeling
  • A ride in a paddle boat at the floating market is optional and payable on the day. Your local guide will be able to assist in booking one for you. Should this be required please inform the guide shortly after arrival so that this can be arranged within sufficient time
  • Should your travel plans change, do not worry! I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free.
  • Set Menu Lunch at Felix Restaurant - Deep fried spring roll - Chicken coconut milk soup - Sautéed broccoli with bean curd - Deep fried fish with fish sauce and garlic - Thai massaman curry with chicken and potatoes - Jasmine steamed rice - Seasonal Fruit (subject to change)
  • The water at the Erawan Waterfalls may be low during end of dry season (January -April)
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 2 Adults must be priced for Child price. Infant 2 years and younger is complimentary with 2 paying adults. Infant seats are On Request but cannot be guaranteed.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Should your travel plans change, do not worry! I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free.
  • What to bring: Sport shoes, light clothes, cap, sunblock, mosquito spray
  • JEATH is an acronym for Japanese, English, American, Australian, Thai and Holland. The local museum has not been well-maintained over the years but was primarily constructed to give an insight into the atrocities of war so that all visitors are taught that war must never happen again
  • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time.
  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the pick up time you may be considered a NoShow.
  • Accessibility to each of the 7 tiers at Erawan Waterfall is usually easy, but subject to local weather conditions.
  • Any food allergies/special requirements regarding Lunch must be informed in advance
  • Travel times are approximate and depend on traffic conditions
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up is all from centrally located Bangkok hotels. Check with the local operator at time of booking if unsure whether your hotel is located within pick up area.


Departure Time

07:00 AM

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Duration

11 hours 30 minutes


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