Private Tour

Kanchanaburi Day Trip: WWII Death Railway & Erawan Falls

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

Japanese

English

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From Bangkok, travel to Kanchanaburi to travel back in time to trace the history of World War II.

Discover Kanchanaburi’s rich history and natural beauty on a day tour that traces the tragic history of World War II. Ride the historic Death Railway and relax at Erawan Waterfall National Park.

Start your journey at Don Rak War Cemetery and the Thai-Burma Railway Museum. Learn about the hardships faced by Allied POWs during World War II. Continue to the famous Bridge on the River Kwai before taking a scenic train ride along the Death Railway, passing lush forests, steep cliffs and the famous “wooden bridge” built to allow the train to pass near Krasae Cave.

After a delicious international buffet lunch of Thai food, head into nature at Erawan Waterfall National Park, where you will have time to hike and swim at one of Thailand’s most beautiful waterfalls.

This tour is perfect for travelers looking for a balance of historical knowledge and nature exploration, all in one memorable day.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

Pay tribute to the Allied POWs who lost their lives during the construction of the infamous “Death Railway.” This peaceful and well-preserved memorial features plaques from the UK, Australia, and the Netherlands. Recommended: Take a guided walk (30–45 minutes) to fully absorb the history. Just a 5-minute walk away is the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, a museum with rare documents, photographs, models, and artifacts that reveal the lives and sacrifices of the POWs and laborers during WWII.

Admission Not Applicable

River Kwai Bridge

Walk across this world-famous iron bridge, immortalized in films and history books. Learn about its role during the war and capture stunning photos. (Duration: 30–45 minutes)

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Cooling towel

Private transportation

Bottled water

Entrance fee

Air-conditioned vehicle

English, Chinese and Japanese Speaking tour guide

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Kanchanaburi Day Trip: WWII Death Railway & Erawan Falls

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Reviews

5.00

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kanchanaburi private tour
W5456UBclareg,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful day with Lily and Mr. Wat. We were treated like VIPs from start to finish. We booked a private tour and the service was excellent—the van was very comfortable, and everything was well-organised. The tour itself was fantastic. Visiting the museum, cemetery, and Erawan Falls was both moving and memorable, and gave us a meaningful insight into Thai history and culture. This trip exceeded my expectations, and I would definitely book with this company again. Highly recommended!
Great facts and driving
B487OElouisg,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The facts at the experiences were amazing. Lily our tour guide was fantastic caring for us with water and more. Wat our driver was fabulous for being willing to drive for hours on end. Personally it’s the best tour I’ve ever had.
Superbly organised
jonathangE1726YI,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A superb day out with the family. Perfectly organised and delivered by Mr Wat and Lily. Everything went to plan, we were looked after like VIPs from hotel pickup early morning until drop off in the evening. Highly recommended these professional tour organisers.
Perfect Family Day Out with Lily
Happiness33566819464,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A perfect trip for families. The van was clean and comfortable. Our guide, Lily, was very patient with our children. She suggested we try feeding the fish at a temple and they were very eager to eat. We felt relaxed and learned a lot about the history. A must book and highly recommended.
Highly recommend
64mantanas,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a most memorable start to the tour. Our driver and guide picked us up on time in a very nice car. The guide explained each stop and briefly explained the history of each stop to us in advance. We highly recommend it.
Wonderful Tour Experience for Our Family
Climber51181207408,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Today is a good day Lily and the driver took very good care of us, especially Lily, she is very knowledgeable about the history. She is also very friendly. If you want a special tour, I would recommend booking with them. Thank you for taking care of our family.
World War II Tours and Rail Trails
Kanok488,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tour back to the past of World War II with the brutality that occurred and see the Allied Military Cemetery with the museum while taking the train to the end-of-war hillside.
Excellent experience!
L1633PFchloem,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience! Very positive, friendly and energetic couple. Very knowledgeable and made the day all about us and our experience. Had to change it a little due to rain, so instead of Waterfall they discussed other optioned which was the Hellfire which perfectly ended our trip! Highly recommended!
Fantastic tour.
Adventure588927,,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour, Mr Wat and Lily took such good care of us, and it was amazing to see these places I’ve read about. We got to experience a part of history.
First time at Kanchanaburi
Compass00115304835,,Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was my first time visiting Kanchanaburi, and I’m so glad I chose this tour. Everything was perfectly organized from comfortable transportation and friendly local guides to clean accommodations and well-planned activities.