3-Day Thailand Tour Packages

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• 3 Days in Central Thailand, incl. Bangkok and Ayutthaya

  A three-day route spans 565km across four cities. The path leads through UNESCO Ayutthaya ruins, Kanchanaburi's River Kwai Bridge, and Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam. Nine activities await, from puppet shows at Baan Silapin to cooking classes in Nakhon Nayok.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bangkok to Kanchanaburi (190 km, 4 hours)

    Start your day at 9:00 AM from Century Park Hotel. Head to Wat Saket for city views from the Golden Mount. Get there before 10 AM to avoid crowds and the worst of the heat. Walk through Bangkok's Chinatown where morning brings locals shopping for fresh produce in the narrow sois. Visit Pak Khlong Talat flower market between 8-10 AM when fresh flowers arrive. One visitor shared: "The long-tail boat ride through Bangkok's canals gave us a completely different perspective of the city - bring a hat and sunscreen as there's little shade on the boats." Take a long-tail boat through Bangkok's old canals to Baan Silapin a 200-year-old teak house. Watch the puppet show before driving to Kanchanaburi. Stop at Nakhon Pathom to see Phra Pathom Chedi the world's tallest stupa at 127 meters.

    
  • Day 2

    Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya (180 km, 4 hours)

    Visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and Thailand-Burma Railway Centre in the cool morning hours. See the Bridge over River Kwai when morning light makes for good photos. In the afternoon explore Ayutthaya's Floating Market. Plan about 2 hours to see all 50 paddle boats and 200+ shops. A traveler noted: "The Ayutthaya Floating Market feels more authentic than the touristy ones in Bangkok - try the boat noodles from the elderly lady in the blue boat near the entrance."

    
  • Day 3

    Ayutthaya to Bangkok via Nakhon Nayok (195 km, 3.5 hours)

    Take an early tuk-tuk tour of Ayutthaya's temples. Visit Wat Phra Mahathat before 10 AM to see the Buddha head in tree roots in perfect light. In Nakhon Nayok try a water buffalo cart ride but wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Join a cooking class and lunch at a local garden house to learn about Thai cuisine. Visit the Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam and Royal Project farming site before heading back to Bangkok.

    

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• 3 Day Central Thailand Itinerary, incl. Bangkok and Ayutthaya

  Bangkok's Golden Mount marks the start of this three-day, 565km Thai adventure. The route connects Kanchanaburi's River Kwai Bridge, UNESCO-listed Ayutthaya temples, and Nakhon Nayok's royal projects. Two nights at 4-star hotels and 3 authentic lunches included.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bangkok to Kanchanaburi (190 km, 4 hours)

    Start at 9 AM from Bangkok with a visit to Wat Saket (Golden Mount). Visit Chinatown between 10-11 AM when vendors are setting up their stalls. Take a long-tail boat through Bangkok's canals to Baan Silapin (Artist's House). One traveler shared: "The boat ride through the canals gave us a glimpse into local life away from the tourist areas, and the puppet show at the Artist's House was a highlight." In the afternoon drive to Kanchanaburi with a stop at Phra Pathom Chedi. Visit in late afternoon when it's cooler and less crowded.

    
  • Day 2

    Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya (180 km, 4 hours)

    Start your morning at the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. Visit early since there isn't much shade. Get to the Bridge over River Kwai by 9 AM before the crowds arrive. After lunch head to Ayutthaya's Floating Market. A recent visitor noted: "The floating market was quite small but offered an authentic experience - try to visit during weekdays when it's less crowded and prices are better for local goods."

    
  • Day 3

    Ayutthaya to Bangkok via Nakhon Nayok (195 km, 3.5 hours)

    Take a morning tuk-tuk tour of Ayutthaya's temples. Remember to wear good walking shoes for the uneven temple grounds. Stop at Wat Phra Mahathat to see the famous Buddha head in tree roots. Remember to kneel when taking photos as standing above Buddha images isn't respectful in Thai culture. Spend your afternoon at a cooking class in Nakhon Nayok. One traveler said: "The cooking class in the garden house was unexpectedly fun - they accommodate dietary restrictions if you let them know in advance."

    

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• 3 Days Kanchanaburi Highlights Private Tour

  

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  • Bangkok Thailand

    67 mi

  • Kanchanaburi War Cemetery Thailand

    1 mi

  • Kanchanaburi Thailand

    36 mi

  • Erawan National Park Thailand

    99 mi

  • Bangkok Thailand

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