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Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok

Activity Duration (9 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok
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About

Private Tour: Explore the infamous Thai-Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai, departing from Bangkok.

What you'll do

Take a journey back in time on this private tour of the Thai Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai, departing from Bangkok. Along the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of some of Thailand's most famous attractions as you follow your expert local guide. You'll visit the famous bridge that spans the River Kwai and hear stories about the notorious history of this Thai landmark. Lunch is included on this memorable tour.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Pickup detailsIf your hotel is not identified in the hotel list provided: Please feel free to provide us your Bangkok city center hotel address. Upon completion of the booking, we shall provide you the firm confirmation with your pick-up time. Remarks: Please be aware that the pick-up for this tour is included and covers all the hotel located in the following areas: (Silom Road, Thai Cultural Centre, Phaya Thai, Huai Khang, Bang Rak, Sathorn, Surawong Road, Rajdamri Road, Ram Buttri Chana Songkhram, Luangsuan Road, Khaosan Road) For hotel pick-ups outside of this area, an additional charge may be applied or a closer meeting point pick-up may be suggested to you by our Team upon reception of your booking.
  • Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
  • Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.Bangkok, Thailand
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Local English Speaking Guide
  • Train ride along The Death Railway
  • Lunch
  • Admission fees
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
  • Entry/Admission - JEATH War Museum
  • Entry/Admission - River Kwai
  • Entry/Admission - River Khwae Bridge
  • Entry/Admission - Death Railway Museum and Research Centre

What is not included?

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Boat ride is not wheelchair accessible
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

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Ricki Car Tours
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Bangkok Historical & Heritage Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. This historical & heritage tours experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 9 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
1

Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

The Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is the main prisoner of war cemetery for victims of Japanese imprisonment while building the Burma Railway during the 2nd World War.

2

JEATH War Museum

Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
JEATH War Museum

Visit the Jeath War Museum. Dive into the history of the construction of the Death Railway and how it was built by the prisoners of war during World War 2.

3

River Kwai

Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
River Kwai

Take a long Tail Boat and cruise under the River Kwai Bridge

4

River Khwae Bridge

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
River Khwae Bridge
  • Fascinating, nostalgic and memorable sums up this full day tour to Kanchanaburi, 80 miles (130 kilometers) west of Bangkok. The province itself is an agricultural area with sugar cane, rice paddies and pineapple plantations all forming significant portions of the stunning Thai rural landscape. Whether a war buff or rail enthusiast, everyone has a different reason to see this symbolic bridge.
  • The famous bridge and the beginning of the 'Death Railway', which lies 1 mile outside the town of Kanchanaburi, is a poignant reminder of the thousands of POW's and forced laborers who lost their lives in the Second World War. The building of the bridge in 1943 was one part of a huge Japanese wartime project to link existing Thai and Burmese railway lines to create a direct route from Bangkok, Thailand to Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar) in an effort to support the Japanese occupation of Burma. Thousands of POW's and laborers died in the process. During your tour a visit will be made to one of the Allied War Grave cemeteries (often an emotional experience) before visiting the JEATH war museum, which houses pictures and paintings from this period.
  • An exhilarating long tailed speed boat ride will then take you down river to the famous bridge itself where you have ample time to explore at your own leisure. A ride on a local train is also included before returning to Bangkok city.
5

Death Railway Museum and Research Centre

Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Death Railway Museum and Research Centre

Hop on a train which will make you discover the jungle of this region while Riding the Death Railway. After finishing the train ride, your guide will accompany you to your restaurant where you will be able to enjoy Thai Local Food.

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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