Private Tour : Bridge over River Kwae and Death Railway
Bangkok, Thailandby Guide Bangkok Travel
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Are you interested in history and culture? Here is the Bridge over the River Kwae (sound likes “where”), which was made famous in the 1957 British-American epic of Second World War film. A day trip which we will take you to visit Thailand-Burma War Center and War Cemetery. Then hop-on “the death railway” where it is believed one life was lost for each sleeper laid in the track. After lunch, we take you on a walk on the actual railway to “Krasae Cave” where the sacred Buddha Image is installed.
What's included
- A buffet Thai lunch
- Private air-conditioned minibus and driver
- Private qualified and experienced English speaking guide
- All admission fees as mentioned in the itinerary
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel
- Soft drink and alcoholic drink are available for purchase
Itinerary
- 1
The Thailand-Burma Railway Centre
45 min
It is an interactive museum, research and information center. You will learn what happened in Southeast Asia during the Second World War.
- 2
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
15 min
It is the main Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. There are 1,896 Dutch war graves , the rest being from British and the Commonwealth.
- 3
River Khwae Bridge
1.5 hours
We will take you walk on the bridge which was made famous in the 1957 British-American epic of Second World War film. Also we will catch this train along the Death Railway to Krasae station where it has been said that this part was one of the most difficult to construct and the most dangerous sections of the railway.
- 4
Tham Kra Sae Bridge
20 min
Krasae station where it has been said that this part was one of the most difficult to construct and the most dangerous sections of the railway. After lunch ,we will take you walk on the train track along the cliffs to the cave where the sacred Buddha Image is installed, if heights don’t bother you.
Meeting and pickup
We pick up your hotel at 6:30AM.
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A moderate amount of walking is involved then comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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- For children under 4 year-old will be free of charge , and 4 year-old will be charge as adult pricing
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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