Private Tour to Kanchanaburi Death Railway and Elephant Haven

4.8
(13 reviews)

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11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Set out on the exciting day excursion combining various activities in Kanchanaburi. From visiting the temple atop the mountain with magnificent buddha statue and a train ride from the Bridge of River Kwai getting the feel of the Death Railway, to observing the rescued Elephants. This well-balanced tour will fill your day with discovery of culture and history, and not leaving out fun and entertaining activity.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Private tour with licensed professional guide
Admission Fees
Lunch at local restaurants
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Bangkok City Hotels)
All personal expenses
Services not mentioned in the program

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up at 06:30 at your hotel lobby. If your accommodation is not in the list. Please provide us with the hotel name and address. Only hotel in Bangkok City area is included in the service.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Take a 2.5 hours' drive to our first stop, Wat Tham Sua, the temple that stands atop the mountain. Marvel at the magnificent Buddha Statue boasted as the largest in the province coupling with a beautiful stupa. You can choose to challenge yourself climbing the 157 steps stair or do it comfortably with the cable car.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    15 minutes' drive to visit the war cemetery contains the remains of 6,982 Allied POWs who died during the construction of the Thai-Burma Death Railway. Visitors come to the park that reminds them of the war and its consequences.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    15 minutes' drive to the Bridge over the River Kwai. Spend a short time (30 minutes) walking along the ironclad bridge that bears a long history of bloodshed and conflict from the time of World War II. You will board the train which will take you along the renowned Death Railway (45 minutes train ride). (Train fee included)

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    The train ends at Krasae station which locates the Kra Sae cave, a cave with Buddha image inside. Proceed to Elephant Haven Thailand.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Observe and learn about the rescued Elephants. Admission and activity included.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Set out to the famous Bridge of the River Kwai, 15 minutes' drive, spend a short time walking along the ironclad bridge that bears a long history of bloodshed and conflict from the time of World War II. Return of Bangkok, 2.5 hours' drive.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Historical Tours
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