River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok – History, Scenery & Culture
Overview
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11 hours
Mobile ticket
The trip includes a visit to the infamous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war (POW) during World War II. It includes a visit to a war cemetery containing the graves of an estimated 9,000 Allied soldiers who died while building the bridge and constructing the notorious -Death Railway-. At the JEATH Museum, guests will see a replica of a Japanese POW camp, followed by a train journey along a stunning stretch of the -Death Railway-. A buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Wang Po station, close to the Burmese border.
- JEATH Museum
- Visit Japanese POW camp
- Exciting train journey at Death Railway
- Buffet lunch at Wang Po station
- Round Trip Transfer
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
Please wait at Hotel Lobby 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.
Any late from your side may be re-allocated to a later time if available, Otherwise this will be auto canceled with charge 100%.
Driver can be late up to 15- 45 Minutes due to Traffic or any unwanted clauses.
Please note the activity time can be affected by several factors including weather, equipment maintenance or safety protocols.
Delicious Thai-style lunch at a local restaurant
Please note height for child is below 110 cm, if over 110 cm please use price for adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Round Trip Transfer
English Speaking guide
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
Itinerary: - Pick up from various hotels in Bangkok. - Depart Bangkok for Kanchanaburi by minibus.Arrival at Kanchanaburi and visit the War Cemetery of the allied prisoners of World War II.
JEATH War Museum
- Jeath Museum (the museum of World War II)
Options
Join Tour from Meeting Point
Meet at meeting point Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom at 06:30 am or Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit at 06:00 am
Private Tour
Free of charge Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (3 KM radius area)
Pickup included
Reviews
204 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not to be missed
RICHARD B,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour that takes you back in time to see the Bridge over the river Kuai and ride the actual train that the POW'S and other citizens rode in. The stop at the cemetery was very moving.
Must do
Rebecca G,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip, covers WWII history in Kanchanaburi. Rach, the tour guide, was charming and had extensive knowledge. He was very concerned with the guests and the quality of the tour. The driver did a great job.
In respect to our grandfather
Greg L,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour started with an on time pick up. Van drove our tour of 6 people comfortably to cemetary. Guide Rach was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He looked up some graves that we wanted to see and took us directly. What was especially nice is that he took many photos and shared. The tour exceeded our expectations as tribute to men who worked on railway. If you are interested in history, and respect the efforts and honor those, this trip is well worth. Our grandfathsr was a POW in Dutch KNIL who worked on the railroad. It was uncredible for son and I to see the actual locations of the many harrowing stories he shared with us. A bucket list tour for us in respect to my grandfather and his experiences as POW here
Disappointing Experience with Poor Guidance
Rijumon D,
Apr 1, 2025
- Viator
2.00We booked the River Kwai Day Trip from Bangkok on March 31, 2025, through Viator, expecting a well-organized tour with an English-speaking guide. While the tour itinerary, transport, and destination were well planned, our experience was significantly let down by the assigned guide, Rach from Sunleisure World. Good points: ✔️ Timely pickup and well-maintained AC van ✔️ The destinations and journey were well-structured ✔️ Smooth driving and good vehicle condition Disappointments: ❌ Unexpected Additional Charges & Misleading Information – The tour included a train journey, but our guide insisted we pay extra for a boat ride (300 Baht) and an unnecessary "upgrade" (200 Baht) to a first-class train coach. We declined, only to find plenty of available seats in the economy coach, proving his claim was misleading. ❌ Lack of Proper Guidance – Unlike other guides, he never informed us about the best scenic seats on the train, leading to a subpar experience as we scrambled for better views. ❌ Rushed and Unaccommodating – Every site visit was hurried, allowing barely 15 minutes per location, which left us no time to properly explore or take photos. Instead of guiding us to key viewpoints, he was more focused on taking group photos rather than helping individuals capture memories. ❌ Poor Communication & Engagement – His English was memorized and robotic, making it difficult to ask questions or get proper responses. He lacked engagement and seemed uninterested in the group's experience. ❌ Lack of Food Information – No explanation of vegetarian options or allergens was provided, and meal timings were unclear from the beginning. Overall, the tour had great potential, but the poor guiding service ruined the experience. Viator should ensure better-trained, interactive guides who prioritize customer experience rather than pushing unnecessary upsells. Would not recommend Sunleisure World unless the guide quality improves.
Japanese Atrocities in Thailand WWII a tour to appreciate more Peace ✌️
eag51757,
Mar 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good information about WWII in Indochina and actions of Japanese soldiers and invaders in the building of a train track for pure military goals with total disregard of prisoners of war’s rights:(
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