Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Need to Know
ADVANCE PLANNING
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One month before
Watch the movie
Bridge On the River Kwai
.
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One week before
Book your accommodation if you're visiting the beaches dur-
ing high season (December to March).
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One day before
Buy train or bus tickets directly from the station.
RESOURCES
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Ayuthaya Tourist Authority of Thailand
(TAT;
0 3524 6076; 108/22 Th Si
Sanphet; 8.30am-4.30pm)
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Kanchanaburi Tourist Authority of Thailand
(
0 3451 2500; Th Saeng-
chuto; 8.30am-4.30pm)
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Nakhon Ratchasima/Khorat Tourist Authority of Thailand
(
0 4421 3666;
Th Mittaphap;
8.30am-4.30pm)
GETTING AROUND
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Boats
Travel between the islands and mainland.
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Bus & minivan
Best way to get to/from Bangkok.
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Bicycle & motorcycle
Self-touring option in the cities.
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Sŏrng·tăa·ou
Handy shared taxis in the cities.
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Train
Bypass Bangkok traffic to Ayuthaya; also links Ayuthaya to Khao Yai.
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Săhm·lór & túk-túk
Chartered vehicles for in-town trips; negotiate the price be-
forehand.
