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Soak up Thai history on this day trip to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok with optional hotel transfers. Visit Erawan National Park, the JEATH Museum, and the Bridge Over the River Kwai on a walking tour.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 14 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup optional
- Pick-up is available from your accommodations on Khao San Road, Narathiwas Ratnakarin, Sathorn Road (North and South), Pratunam, and Wireless Road. Your guide will be waiting for you at your chosen pick-up location wearing a TripGuru shirt and/or holding a TripGuru sign.
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Itinerary
Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Van
(2.5 hours)
JEATH War Museum
Visit (1 hour)
Bridge Over the River Kwai
Sightseeing (1 hour)
Kanchanaburi
Lunch (1 hour)
Erawan National Park
Visit (1 hour)
Erawan National Park
Hiking, Swimming (1 hour)
Van
(3 hours)
6 drop-off locations:
Unnamed Road, National Stadium BTS Station, 160 Soi Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra 3, Baanornherb, 78/3 Dinso Rd, Bangkok
Main stop
Other stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in exciting stories from Thailand’s fascinating history
- Visit Erawan National Park, the JEATH Museum, and Bridge Over the River Kwai
- Travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned vehicle that is well-maintained
- Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour with 9 people maximum
Full description
Tour the region of Kanchanaburi in West Thailand and uncover local history on this guided day trip. During this memorable day trip from Bangkok, visit the Death Railway which was put on the map by the 1957 movie, 'Bridge Over the River Kwai.'
Begin at one the JEATH Museum, dedicated to the Allied Prisoners of War who died building the Burmese railway. This museum is a sad yet important reminder of Thailand’s history. It’s thought that over 100,000 lives were lost during this period.
Visit the historic Bridge over the River Kwai for your next stop. Have the chance to walk over the bridge, admire the impressive scenery, and take a moment to remember the past, before returning to your accommodations/meeting point in the evening.
Continue to one of the country’s best-loved national parks, Erawan National Park. Connect with pristine nature at the Erawan Waterfall which has seven tiers, turquoise pools, and a set of limestone caves at its base. Have the chance to admire the impressive scenery and take a moment to remember the past, before returning to your accommodations/meeting point in the evening.
Includes
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Walking tour
- A glass bottle of drinking water
- Insurance
- Meals and other drinks
- Personal expenses
Not suitable for
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meeting point
Meet your guide at National Stadium BTS Station Exit 2. Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point wearing a shirt and/or holding a sign with the local partner's logo on it.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Cash
Know before you go
- Same-day booking is available for the meeting point option subject to availability