Kanchanaburi Day Tour – River Kwai & Death Railway from Bangkok Discount Tickets

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Overview

The tour encompasses a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, constructed by Allied prisoners of war (POWs) during World War II. It also includes a stop at a war cemetery where approximately 9,000 Allied soldiers, who lost their lives while working on the bridge and the notorious "Death Railway," are laid to rest. At the JEATH Museum, guests will encounter a replica of a Japanese POW camp, followed by an exhilarating train ride along a breathtaking section of the "Death Railway." A buffet lunch will be served upon arrival at Wang Po station, located near the Burmese border. • Full-day guided Kanchanaburi tour • Exploration of the JEATH Museum • Visit to the Japanese POW camp • Thrilling train journey along the Death Railway • Buffet lunch at Wang Po station • Round-trip transfers for convenience

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Soi Charoen Krung 46, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, 10500, Thailand

Meet Us at Central Bangrak Department Store Address: 1522 Charoen Krung Rd. Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 in front of Starbucks coffee shop.

Pickup Information

For Private Tours: Complimentary door-to-door pick-up service is available for the CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (within a 3 km radius), encompassing Sukhumvit Soi (Lane) 1 to 33, Sukhumvit area Soi 1 to 33 (odd numbers) and Soi 2 to 24 (even numbers), Pratunam, Silom, Langsuan, Wireless Road, Sathorn, Surawongse, Siam, MBK, Yawarat (Chinatown), and Khao San Road (excluded from City Tour; pick-ups are available only at our meeting point, Royal Rattanakosin Hotel). Alternatively, you can join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS: Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 18th Floor Park Venture, 57 Witthayu Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand. Please note that an additional surcharge will apply for hotel pick-ups outside the 3-mile (5 km) radius from the city center, payable on the day of your activity.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Bangkok
Hotel pick-up from selected areas in Bangkok. Sit back and relax on a comfortable drive to Kanchanaburi (approx. 2.5–3 hours).
2. Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
Visit the main POW cemetery, a peaceful memorial for Allied soldiers who lost their lives during World War II.
Duration: 40 mins
3. Death Railway Museum and Research Centre
Learn about the history of the Death Railway through easy-to-understand exhibits and displays.
Duration: 60 mins
4. River Khwae Bridge
Walk along the famous bridge and enjoy views of the River Kwai, one of Thailand’s most well-known landmarks.
Duration: 45 mins
5. Tham Kra Sae Bridge
Visit the scenic Tham Krasae Bridge and take a train ride along the historic Death Railway, passing cliffs and wooden tracks beside the river.
Duration: 75 mins
6. Kanchanaburi
Enjoy a Thai set lunch at a local restaurant
Duration: 30 mins
7. Bangkok
Relax on the journey back to Bangkok with drop-off at your hotel in the evening.

Inclusion

Basic train fee on the Death Railway track

Lunch

Round Trip Transfer

English Speaking guide

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We are SHA Plus certified. ​ A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.

Supplied by Bangkok Travel Agency

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