BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train
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Is BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train worth booking?
BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train is a 10-hour experience in Bangkok, Thailand, from $2286 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (3)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $2286 per person
The Bridge on the River Kwai escaped planned bombing, and remains in place in Kanchanaburi as a tourist attraction and functioning railway bridge over which trains pass daily. The majority of its smaller components are o
What you get
- Insurance (under Thai Law)
- Train Trip
- Admission fees
- Jet Museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Tour Guide
About this experience
The Bridge on the River Kwai escaped planned bombing, and remains in place in Kanchanaburi as a tourist attraction and functioning railway bridge over which trains pass daily. The majority of its smaller components are originals, while a few are post-war replacements.
What's included
Included
- Insurance (under Thai Law)
- Train Trip
- Admission fees
- Jet Museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Tour Guide
Not included
- Expenses that have not Mention in Program
What you'll see and do
River Kwai
06.00-6.30 AM. Pick up from Hotel depart for Kanchanaburi 09.30 Visit Jeath Museume/ The War Cemetery of the allied prisoners of world war II Walk along The Bridge over the River Kwai Take the train trip along the Death railway sight-seeing the Countryside To Krasae Cave 13.00 Arrive Krasae Cave Lunch will be provided at restaurant 14.00 hrs. You will also ride a train along the original Death Railway track, 15.00 Depart from the restaurant to Bangkok and transfer to hotels around 18.00 Pm
Pass by without stopping
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
The Kanchanaburi War Cemetery (known locally as the Don-Rak War Cemetery) is the main prisoner of war (POW) cemetery for victims of Japanese imprisonment while building the Burma Railway. It is on the main road, Saeng Chuto Road, through the town of Kanchanaburi, Thailand, adjacent to an older Chinese cemetery. The cemetery was designed by Colin St Clair Oakes and is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. There are 6,982 POWs buried there, mostly Australian, British, and Dutch. It contains the remains of prisoners buried beside the south section of the railway from Bangkok to Nieke, excepting those identified as Americans, whose remains were repatriated. There are 1,896 Dutch war graves, the rest being from Britain and the Commonwealth. Two graves contain the ashes of 300 men who were cremated. The Kanchanaburi Memorial gives the names of 11 from India who are buried in Muslim cemeteries.
60 minutes here · Admission included
JEATH War Museum
The museum was founded in 1977 by the chief abbot of Wat Chaichumpol Venerable Phra Theppanyasuthee. It is located on the grounds of a temple at the junction of the Khwae Yai and Khwae Noi rivers in Kanchanaburi and it is a part of the famous The Bridge over the River Kwai saga. The acronym JEATH stands for the primary nationalities involved in the construction of the railway: Japanese, English, Australian, American, Thai and Holland, whereas the Thai name is Phíphítháphan Songkhram Wát Tâi (Wat Tai War Museum). The museum is divided into two sections, one depicting the construction of the Death Railway which is meant to recreate the quarters used by Allied POWs, and the other consisting of reconstructed bamboo huts containing such items as paintings, drawings and photos of and by former prisoners, weapons, tools, and maps. Tourist photos are not permitted in Section I of the museum.
60 minutes here · Admission included
River Khwae Bridge
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a 1957 epic war film with train riding directed by David Lean and based on the 1952 novel of the same name written by Pierre Boulle. The film uses the historical setting of the construction of the Burma Railway in 1942–1943. The cast included William Holden, Jack Hawkins, Alec Guinness, and Sessue Hayakawa. It was initially scripted by screenwriter Carl Foreman, who was later replaced by Michael Wilson. Both writers had to work in secret, as they were on the Hollywood blacklist and had fled to the UK in order to continue working. As a result, Boulle, who did not speak English, was credited and received the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay; many years later, Foreman and Wilson posthumously received the Academy Award. The film was widely praised, winning seven Academy Awards (including Best Picture) at the 30th Academy Awards. In 1997, the film was deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant"
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bangkok
River City Bangkok, Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok, Thailand at check in time 06.10 am
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Drop off 2nd Point at MBK Center Bangkok
Ends at
Drop off at first point River City Bangkok
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Thailandlocaltour.com
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Forgive. But never forget
A long day but needed to be done to pay our respects. The cemetery is kept immaculate well done commonwealth war graves commission.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your support and positive comments about your experience with our service, we will try to improve ourselves as you mention for future clients.
via Tripadvisor
Moving experience
Great day very moving experience paying our respects to all those that fought for our freedom and sadly lost their lives
Response from the operator: Thank you for your support and positive comments about your experience with our service, we will try to improve ourselves as you mention for future clients.
via Viator
Professional knowledgeable guide & super duper driver
Trip & pickup was on schedule. Friendly & jovial guide. Would had leave 5 stars if not because the full trip description by Viator was misleading which apparently did not include the Damnoen Saduak floating market & long trail motor boat ride. But it was resolved by our caring guide who sought help with his boss & he sought clarification with Viator. Fortunately it was sorted out & I did not have to pay for the boat ride. However, I can understand that the floating market tour should not be part of this tour as it is on the other side of the country & not possible to include with the given time frame. Hence, the conclusion has to be that Viator had made an error with the full itinerary advert, & they should make the effort to correct them to prevent further misunderstanding for future participants & making the life of the tour guide difficult!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your positive comment we will keep this service for future traveler ever and welcome to come back again and we will improve our service to be better as your commence. With best regards,...
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2286 to $2572
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bangkok.
How much does BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train cost?
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Prices start at $2286 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bangkok usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bangkok is not rushed.
Is BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bangkok, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bangkok can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bangkok and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does BKK-Kanchanaburi: Bridge Over The River Kwai, Death Raiway-Train start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bangkok within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bangkok?
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On Outty we rank every Bangkok experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bangkok Backstreets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Old Siam Bangkok Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Tingly Thai Cooking Class with Morning Market Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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