Kanchanaburi Thailand Holidays

Thailand – Kanchanaburi

Welcome! Today, we paint a colourful picture of Kanchanaburi Thailand holidays to help you imagine your dream getaway. With its resplendent mountains, roaring rivers, and sanguine history, Kanchanaburi in Thailand awaits your footprints.

Five reasons to visit Kanchanaburi

1. Spellbinding Nature: From picture-perfect landscapes to electrifying waterfalls, Kanchanaburi will amaze you with its potent natural beauty.
2. Historical Significance: Kanchanaburi carries the echoes of World War II – the infamous Death Railway and Hellfire Pass are major attractions.
3. Pulsating Nightlife: Fancy a wild night out? Kanchanaburi’s lively local pubs and bars won’t disappoint you mates.
4. Unique Cuisine: Savour authentic Thai cuisine by roaming around the local markets and indulge in the best of Thailand’s street food.
5. Cultural Experiences: Embrace the rich Thai culture through local festivals, traditional music and dance displays.

Back to top

Did You Know?

Kanchanaburi is home to Erawan National Park, one of Thailand’s most beautiful reserves, boasting seven tiers of waterfalls!

Back to top

When to go on your Kanchanaburi Thailand Holiday

The best time for Kanchanaburi Thailand holidays is probably during the cooler months of November to February when you can enjoy sunny days with a cool breeze. But if water is your game, pay a visit in the rainy season to see the waterfalls at their most vibrant.

Experiences

Thai massage, elephant encounters, temple visits, river cruises, and treks – there are so many unique experiences during your Kanchanaburi Thailand holiday!

Typical Costs

While prices for Kanchanaburi Thailand holidays can vary, a day in Kanchanaburi should cost you around £30-40 per person, excluding hotel stay. This’ll cover your public transport, meals, a few fancies and entrance fees to most attractions.

Travelling Around on your Kanchanaburi Thailand Holiday

You can easily find taxis, tuk-tuks or minibuses to get around Kanchanaburi. Hire a songthaews (converted pickup truck taxis) for a fun, local way of travel.

Getting here for your Kanchanaburi Thailand Break

You can travel by train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi if you fancy a scenic route, or hop on one of the regular local buses for a brisk journey.

Access to the country

Thailand is a well-established tourist destination so international flights land at Bangkok, from where getting to Kanchanaburi is a breeze.

Australian Travel Advice
UK Travel Advice
USA Travel Advice

Back to top

Cities:

Hotels

Consider staying at Felix River Kwai Resort (rating 8.3/10) for riverside villas, or Casa En Scenic (rating 9.2/10) for unique countryside vibes during your Kanchanaburi Thailand holidays.

Back to top

Things To Do

There are a huge number of things to do in Kanchanaburi Thailand, so many that we have made an article for things to do in Kanchanaburi Thailand

Top 5 Insider Tips for your Kanchanaburi Thailand break

1. Visit Early: Reach popular sites as early as possible to avoid large crowds.
2. Try the local brew: Don’t miss an opportunity to try Thai craft beer in the local breweries.
3. Shop at the Night Market: Find unique souvenirs & experience the vibrancy of local life.
4. Adventure Spree: Try exhilarating water-sports for a dose of adrenaline!
5. Street Food: Don’t shy away from trying the tantalising street food!

In just a few paragraphs, we’ve only scraped the surface of what Kanchanaburi Thailand holidays can offer. There’s plenty of magic awaiting in Kanchanaburi! Ready for the getaway of your dreams? Follow the Link to the Thailand Tour page: Thailand Tour.

Back to top

Cities in Thailand

Ayutthaya
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai
Hua Hin
Kanchanaburi
Koh Chang
Koh Lanta
Koh Lipe
Koh Phangan
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Samet
Koh Samui
Koh Tao
Krabi Town
Pattaya
Phuket City
Ratchaburi
Sukhothai
Surat Thani

Back to top