Adventure & Nature
From Bangkok : Historical Day Tour to River Kwai with English Guide
The experience
Worth the journey
Gain valuable insights and historical context from your knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you throughout the tour.
Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the serene waters of the River Kwai, soaking in the tranquil beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
With a small group size and personalized attention from your guide, enjoy a tailored experience that caters to your interests and preferences.
A closer look
About this experience
From Bangkok : Historical Day Tour to River Kwai with English Guide. 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.
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.
Your day, at a glance
The itinerary
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Depart from River City Bangkok to Kanchanaburi
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When you get there, you'll take a tour of the immaculate War Cemetery, which is home to the graves of about 9,000 Allied soldiers. They died building the infamous "Death Railway,"
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Discover the awful past of the railway at the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, an interactive research, information, and museum devoted to telling the tale of the World War II-era Thailand-Burma Railway.
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In addition, you will take a train ride on the original Death Railway track, ending at the disembarkation station with a delicious lunch.
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Return to Bangkok in the late afternoon
What’s included
Included
- Air-conditioned transportation (Pickup/Dropoff at Meeting Point River City Bangkok)
- Entrance fees
- English speaking guide
- Basic train fee on the Death Railway track
Not included
- Tips, Personal expenses, Speedboat fee and Assigned train seat
The practical details
Know before you go
Important information+
Accessibility: The basic train ride fee included in the package does not guarantee a seat.
Show Mobile Ticket
Ticketing counter
Meeting Point at River City Bangkok at 6.30 pm (Please arrive at least 15 mins earlier than the schedule tour start)
Please present either mobile or printed voucher along with your passport/ID at the counter or Staff for redemption.
Show Mobile Ticket: to the staff for verification
Meeting Point at River City Bangkok at 6.30 AM (Please arrive at least 15 mins earlier than the schedule tour start)
Cancellation+
No Cancellation and Non-refundable
In case of a no-show, a 100% charge will apply.