Family Thailand: River Kwai & Islands

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14 days

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Excellent family adventure. So much fun and excellent guide. Kids will talk about it for a long time. We had 3 families with 6 teenagers who were all impressed.

Sarah | Traveled in August

5 - Excellent

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14 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

18 peopleMaximum group size

7 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Bangkok, Thailand

Koh Samui, Thailand

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Highlights

Bangkok - See a different side to Bangkok on a long-tail boat journey along the capital's canal network. Khao Sok National Park - Drift past rainforests and limestone cliffs on a kayaking trip through one of Southeast Asia's oldest jungles. Koh Samui - Wind down on one of Thailand's most famous islands with palm-fringed beaches and turquoise waters at your feet. New itinerary - We've updated our itinerary for 2026.

Itinerary

Travel from bustling Bangkok to the beaches of Koh Samui on this action-packed family adventure. Our two-week itinerary ticks off Thailand's must-sees and then some with rainforest treks, cooking classes, boat safaris and even boxing lessons. Along the way, ride the infamous Death Railway, stay aboard a raft house on the River Kwai and snorkel in the reefs of the country's vibrant islands - and that's before we mention tucking in to tasty Thai food.

day 1Trip starts in Bangkok

Our tour starts today in Bangkok, Thailand's bustling capital, known for its street vendors offering tasty local food, bright lights and tuk-tuks. For those arriving on time, our tour leader will meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for the welcome meeting. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), which is roughly a 40-minute drive from the hotel, depending on traffic. After the welcome meeting, we'll take a short walk to a local rooftop restaurant, where we'll sit down for a delicious welcome dinner - this is a great first opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant flavours of Thai cuisine, get to know our group and set the tone for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation

Centre Point Silom

day 2Long-tail boat city tour and free afternoon to visit the Grand Palace

day 3Bangkok to Ayutthaya

day 4Ayutthaya to Kanchanaburi

day 5Discover Sai Yok National Park

day 6Visit Hellfire Pass, enjoy a jungle trek and swim, then board the overnight train to Surat Thani

day 7Surat Thani to Khao Sok National Park

day 8Discover Cheow Lan Lake and sleep in a floating house

day 9Travel to Koh Phangan

day 10Snorkelling boat trip in Koh Phangan

day 11Free morning and afternoon class of Thai boxing

day 12Travel to Koh Samui

day 13Day at leisure on Koh Samui

day 14Trip ends in Koh Samui

What's Included

Accommodation

Centre Point Silom (2 nights)Krungsri River Hotel (1 night)Hintok River Camp (2 nights)Overnight Train from Nakhon Pathom to Surat Thani (1 night)Keeree Khao Sok Resort (1 night)Cheow Larn Lake Floating Resort (1 night)Mae Haad Bay Resort (3 nights)Lamai Coconut Beach Resort (2 nights)

Meals

12 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)BoatFerryTrain

Guide

Boat CrewExplore Tour LeaderLocal Guide(s)

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BicycleMinibusTuk Tuk

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