Bangkok Kanchanaburi River Kwai Bridge and Death Railway Tour

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the history of Kanchanaburi on this full-day tour from Bangkok. Visit the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, an interactive museum that tells the story of the famous Death Railway through informative and moving exhibits. Pay respects at the Allied War Cemetery, the final resting place of around 6,000 Allied prisoners of war who lost their lives during the railway’s construction.

See the world-famous Bridge over the River Kwai, one of Thailand’s most important historical landmarks and a key part of the Death Railway built during World War II. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before taking a memorable ride on the historic Death Railway Train, crossing the original wooden viaduct built by Allied POWs.

This tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover history, culture, and unforgettable landmarks in one meaningful journey.

*** We will send you the pick-up time, driver details, and tour guide information the night before your trip. ***

What's Included

Meals (Lunch, water bottles)
Personal accident insurance (excluding liability insurance)
English-speaking guide
Admission fees to all places listed
Roundtrip shared air-conditioned transportation (Bangkok to Kanchanaburi)
Services not mentioned in the program
Transportation costs to and from the general meeting point
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

How to Get to the Meeting Point: By BTS, get off at Sala Daeng Station, Exit 4. By MRT, get off at Silom Station, Exit 2. Both stations are within walking distance. At Central Park Building, turn left and walk about 50 meters. Your guide will wait for you with a sign.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Thailand-Burma Railway Centre

    Visit the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, an interactive museum, information, and research center dedicated to the history of the Thailand–Burma Railway. The fully air-conditioned center offers visitors an educational and meaningful experience.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

    Visit the Allied War Cemetery, a memorial for around 6,000 Allied prisoners of war (POWs) who died during the construction of the Death Railway. After the war, they were moved here as their final resting place.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    RIVER KWAI BRIDGE

    Visit the world-famous Bridge over the River Kwai, an important part of the Death Railway built by Allied prisoners of war (POWs)

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Death Railway Museum and Research Centre

    Take a historic ride on the Death Railway Train, passing over the original wooden viaduct built by Allied prisoners of war (POWs)

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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