The Death Railway [Bridge on the River Kwai]: Recommended tours & tickets

Full day private tour from Bangkok to see the highlights of Kanchanaburi.  Today you will see Bridge over River Kwai and surroundings, go for a trainride over the Death Railway, visit Hellfire Pass and finish off at Saiyoke Noi waterfalls.  This private tour includes an official guide, driver, comfortable vehicle with airconditioning, lunch, bottled water and lunch at a local restaurant. You can expect to leave at 7AM and be back at your hotel in Bangkok at 6PM.

Book this full-day tour of Kanchanaburi to visit some of the most amazing destinations including Erawan National Park, relax and swim to the beautiful terraced Erawan waterfalls, enjoy Bamboo Rafting in the River Kwai, and many other places.

Travel west from Bangkok into historic heart of Kanchanaburi, where memories of World War II echo along banks of River Kwai. This full-day private tour brings you face to face with one of darkest chapters in Asia's history, building of infamous Death Railway by Allied prisoners of war. Guide and driver welcome you early morning for 3-hour journey westwards where city skyline disappears for rural Thailand. First pay respect at Allied Cemetery, final resting place of close to 7000 prisoners-of-war who perished during construction. Visit Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, interactive museum with eight themed galleries. Short boat trip follows bringing guests to foot of famous Bridge over River Kwai, immortalized in film. Board local train over original parts of Death Railway offering scenic experiences. Journey traces original tracks, museums, and war memorials. Local Thai lunch served before return to Bangkok around 5pm, arriving with moving memories of incredible resilience and loss.

The Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour offers a fascinating journey into the history and landscapes of Thailand during World War II. This guided tour takes you to the iconic bridge, which became a symbol of the hardships faced by soldiers and prisoners of war during the construction of the railway. Your adventure begins with a Hotel pick up from Bangkok and then taking a scenic drive to Kanchanaburi, where you’ll learn about the historical significance of the bridge and the railway, often referred to as the "Death Railway." As you stand on the bridge, you can appreciate the stunning views of the river and surrounding countryside, all while reflecting on the poignant history. The tour includes a ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway, providing a unique opportunity to experience the same tracks that were built under harrowing conditions. You'll also visit the War Museum and the Allied War Cemetery, which honor the memories of those who suffered during this period.

Visit the Bridge on the River Kwai on this thorough private tour from Bangkok. The beginning of the Death Railway (also known as the Burma Railway), the famous bridge that spans Thailand’s River Kwai is a poignant reminder of the thousands of prisoners of war and forced laborers who lost their lives during the construction of the railway in World War Two. With a private guide, discover the bridge, the JEATH War Museum and Allied War Grave, and take a long-tailed boat ride on the river before sightseeing the picturesque nature sceneries on board a train riding on the tracks built by the prisoners of World War II. Local Lunch in a restaurant is included.

Kanchanaburi's famous Bridge on the River Kwai and the beginning of the Death Railway is a poignant reminder of the thousands of POW's and forced laborers who lost their lives in the Second World War. This full day guided tour from Bangkok also includes a visit to the war museum and the opportunity to ride a local train.

- Discover the captivating tales of Thailand's rich history - Explore Erawan National Park, JEATH Museum, and the Bridge Over River Kwai - Travel in comfort aboard a cozy, well-maintained, air-conditioned vehicle - Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour with 9 people maximum - Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option