Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour

Overview

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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.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Boat ride is not wheelchair accessible

Restroom facilities available

You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the unlikely event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Optional extras on train - approx. 200baht for upgrade on train which will guarantee seat (otherwise 'first-in-best-dressed') plus cold towel, drinking water OR approx. 300baht for upgrade on train which will guarantee seat (otherwise 'first-in-best-dressed') plus tea/coffee, drinking water, cold towel and certificate.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Long-tail boat ride

Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)

Local guide

Lunch

Admission Fees

Air-conditioned vehicle

Train ride along Death Railway

Beverages

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

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.

30 minutes • Admission Included

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.

20 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.26

658 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

341

210

A very poignant historical tour
Farhan C,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Excellent tour with Betty! She gave us a detailed insight about the history of the bridge and even went a step further to help us take photos. The experience at the bridge and river was really good and is definitely a must do for anyone visiting Bangkok. Lunch was very good as well, with a very nice view of the river. We were also the only group for the tour. Definitely a 5 star experience! However the car that was provided to us was very uncomfortable for the 6 hour journey time. I removed a star for this, as a more comfortable car could have been provided.
A bucket list trip ticked off
Hadeshill,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I’m so glad we got to do this day, it allowed me to pay respects to those brave men who sadly lost their lives that eventually enabled us to live the life we now lead🥲 Our guide Oom was very knowledgable and also funny with his jokes to lighten the mood. This is a must do trip, emotional with beautiful scenery
Excellent tour
moozieman,
Jul 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour today. A full day one but interesting and good value. War cemetery for the death railway. Very moving. Great to walk over the bridge and then a train ride along the railway for a lunch stop. Drive back to Bangkok.
Very mixed opinion
Divisa65,
Jul 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Twenty-five years ago there was almost nothing around the Kwai River Bridge. Now there are restaurants everywhere, platforms have been created on the bridge (it seems to me), a huge temple has been built. The site is a tourist nigad catcher. In the past the place had no particular charm but now it is even worse. He has no charm at all. For war history buffs, the visit can be interesting. We went back to the double viaduct on stilts also called the Death Train. During its construction during the war, many prisoners of war and civilians died. Nearby there is a small cave with a small Burmese temple inside. The surrounding vegetation is beautiful and landscape is nice to see. We took the tourist train, completely out of control. The ride brings nothing. The guide steered us very badly to settle in the train: the only place you had to be installed to see the train for a few seconds on the tracks and the stilts is at the back and we were in front and on the wrong side!
Highly recommend Bridge Ovwr The River Kwai
klwtly,
May 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the tour - such a humbling and beautiful place to visit. Our tour guide was so friendly and informative.
River Kwai
jantarpessimo4,
May 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good, it's worth visiting, the view from the bridge is beautiful, it's also worth taking the walk along the line of death. Must be marked to have a good seat on the train
Such a worthwhile day out
Deborah B,
Apr 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We all loved this trip. Our Guide ‘Luck’ made it really special with all her knowledge and timing of everything. The transport was great. A very moving time to reflect on so many who lost their precious lives.
Interesting
Susan D,
Mar 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00
Not the best tour we have been on could have been a bit more forthcoming with information of where we were, Places we were passing etc.
Outstanding
Frances M,
Feb 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ms Luck and Mr Lam the driver, gave us an awesome experience. Nothing was too much trouble in this personal trip. Luck’s knowledge was superb and Mr Lams driving was excellent. Thank you for our memorable experience.
Amazing trip with delicious lunch in a beautiful restaurant
Quazi A,
May 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a very good experience. Everything was well organized. The restaurant where we had lunch was amazing. The boat and train journey was good. Overall very good and I highly recommend it.