From Bangkok: Historical Day Tour to River Kwai

Travel back in time to see the world-famous bridge on the River Kwai near the town of Kanchanaburi. Learn about the construction of the infamous “Death Railway” at the poignant Thailand-Burma Railway Centre.

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Duration 10.0 hour

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English,Thai

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Itinerary

Learn about the construction of the Burma Railway, also known as the “Death Railway,” on this 10-hour historical tour to Kanchanaburi, approximately 80 miles (130 kilometers) west of Bangkok. Upon arrival, you will tour the well-kept War Cemetery, where the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers are tended. They perished while constructing the notorious "Death Railway,” which the Japanese had hoped would stretch all the way to the Burmese border. Uncover the terrible history of the railway at the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, an interactive museum, research, and information center dedicated to presenting the story of the Thailand-Burma Railway built during World War II. See the past recreated and relived with pictures and artifacts. You will also ride a train along the original Death Railway track, with a sumptuous lunch awaiting at the disembarkation station. Return to Bangkok in the late afternoon for your hotel drop-off.

Highlights

Travel with a small intimate group to Kanchanaburi Province where the WWII memorials and museums are a reminder of darker times
Ride along a stretch of the notorious Death Railway
See the infamous bridge on the River Kwai
Learn about the history of the railway's construction by Alllied prisoners of war
Visit the famous Thailand-Burma Railway Centre in Kanchanaburi

Know before you go

• Please note that there could be a delay in pick-up/drop-off schedule due to heavy traffic conditions in Bangkok • It takes approximately 3 hours to commute to Kanchanaburi one-way • The basic train ride fee included in the package does not guarantee a seat. If you would like to have an assigned seat, it is encouraged to pay 200 Baht upfront on the train

Includes

English-speaking guide Porterage Entrance fees Transportation to Kanchanaburi by air-conditioned van Basic train fee on the Death Railway track (THB 100)

Reviews from other travelers

Hollie - United Kingdom

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-06)

Woody was really good as a tour guide! We had a small group of us which was perfect! Had a really good day!! I would highly recommend for sure!!! Thankyou so much!

Colleen - United Kingdom

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-26)

We really enjoyed the day but maybe a little longer at the cemetery it seems a little disrespectful th speed we went through it . After all the men in the cemetery are really the reason we are there g (Read More)ive them more time and respect

GetYourGuide traveler - Germany

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-09)

was picked up on time, tour guide Luke was eloquent and his knowledge was well-founded. Already on the way there were tips on the history of the y ridges and about Thailand in general

Roberta - United States

4 /5

(Written on 2024-11-16)

Very interesting trip. Guide was wonderful however it was hard for U.S. Americans to understand the commentary because of his accent. However, he tried very hard and gave us a great day. Be careful wa (Read More)lking on the railroad tracks.

Pentti K. - Finland

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-29)

Very informative tour, I learned a lot of new things about Thailand. Lunch was good.

Margaret Ann - Turkey

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-22)

This was an excellent day trip. pick up from the hotel was on time. The mini van was comfortable, plenty of toilet stops. The tour guide Luke was very knowledgeable, helpful and had good sense of humo (Read More)ur The lunch ( that was included in the price was lovely) Just a perfect day.

Amy - United Kingdom

5 /5

(Written on 2024-11-27)

The whole trip ran efficiently. Our guide (Luke) was very friendly and informative and our driver was careful and safe unlike many other journeys in Bangkok. The day was carefully planned to avoid the (Read More) rush of tourists- we reached the museum as it first opened, and joined the train in the last carriage. This meant that we didn't need to pay extra for a seat, and we were the first people off to reach the viewpoint and cave. Lunch was also excellent. Overall good value for money and we would recommend.

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