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15 Best Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Day Trips In Bangkok

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The 15 most popular kanchanaburi & river kwai day trips in Bangkok. The ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and the operator who runs each.

15 Best Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Day Trips In Bangkok

From Bangkok: Erawan Park & Kanchanaburi Small-Group Tour - How the day runs from Bangkok (and why it feels long)
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From Bangkok: Erawan Park & Kanchanaburi Small-Group Tour

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1.From Bangkok: Erawan Park & Kanchanaburi Small-Group Tour

Bangkok to Kanchanaburi for JEATH Museum, Bridge over the River Kwai, and Erawan Waterfall swim and hike in a small-group AC van.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“the minivan was comfortable and it was nice to have time to wonder around the waterfalls by yourself. my advice is to go straight to number 7 which is the nicest one,and then get down from there. the time is a bit tight for the waterfalls but it is to be expected on a day…”

1,582 reviews12 - 14 hoursFrom $59by TripGuru Thailand

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From Bangkok: Historical Day Tour to River Kwai - War Cemetery and POW graves: start here for the right mood
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From Bangkok: Historical Day Tour to River Kwai

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2.From Bangkok: Historical Day Tour to River Kwai

Bangkok to Kanchanaburi day tour: War cemetery, Thailand-Burma Railway Centre, River Kwai bridge, and a Death Railway train ride.

★ 4.6

“Woody was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and gave us lots of insight on the tour about the railway itself but also more generally about Thailand. The day was really well paced and structured, we started off with the war cemetery and museum that set the scene and provided all the background for what we…”

868 reviews10 hoursFrom $51by Bigcountry Experience Co.,Ltd.

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Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery: A Sobering Start That Changes How You See the Bridge
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Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour

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Erawan Waterfalls and Bridge Over River Kwai Tour from Bangkok - Getting There: The Long Van Ride and How to Prep
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Erawan Waterfalls and Bridge Over River Kwai Tour from Bangkok

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Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Guided Tour - The 7:00 am start, road time, and why you should plan past 11 hours
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Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Guided Tour

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5.Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Guided Tour

River Kwai, Bridge and POW sites, plus a Death Railway train ride from Bangkok. Boat, lunch, and guides included; expect a long day.

★ 4.5

“A good guide make a place special. The Nan we had does it so often he just gave us the barest info he gave me the impression he didn’t want to be there. He even went to sleep on the way home. The place is wonderful well worth going but with a different company”

353 reviewsFrom $94.53by I Asia Thailand

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Erawan Waterfall and Elephant Care: Private Tour to Kanchanabur - Death Railway Museum and Research Centre: a short walk with heavy meaning
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Erawan Waterfall and Elephant Care: Private Tour to Kanchanabur

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6.Erawan Waterfall and Elephant Care: Private Tour to Kanchanabur

Private day trip from Bangkok to Erawan Waterfall, WWII sites, and Kanchanaburi elephant sanctuary with lunch and swim time.

★ 5.0

“The waterfall was beautiful. The elephant sanctuary is exactly as explained in the other reviews. i want to take a second to Thank my guide Peter who went above and beyond his usual responsibilities. A hat was left behind at the elephant saRead more”

339 reviewsFrom $227.66by Idaytrip

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Kanchanaburi Full Day Tour: River Kwai and Erawan Falls - Price and what $87.07 covers (and what it doesn’t)
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Kanchanaburi Full Day Tour: River Kwai and Erawan Falls

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7.Kanchanaburi Full Day Tour: River Kwai and Erawan Falls

Kanchanaburi full-day trip to JEATH Museum, River Kwai Bridge, and Erawan Falls. A long meaningful day of history and swims.

★ 5.0

“The holiday train that crosses the Rover Kwai is interesting to see and learning some of the WW2 and POW history is worthwhile, but for me the highlight was the National Park. The water falls are gorgeous. The hike was not terrible, more the humidity that is challenging. But swimming in the pools and climbing…”

327 reviewsFrom $87.07by WanderSiam

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Floating Markets and Bridge on River Kwai Tour from Bangkok - Damnoen Saduak floating market by longtail boat: what you’re signing up for
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Floating Markets and Bridge on River Kwai Tour from Bangkok

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River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok – History, Scenery & Culture - The small-group setup: why max 15 matters on a long day
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River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok – History, Scenery & Culture

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9.River Kwai Day Tour from Bangkok – History, Scenery & Culture

Small-group WWII day trip from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi: war cemetery, JEATH museum, River Kwai Bridge, and a ride on the Death Railway.

★ 4.5

“An absolute marvel of a days trip looking back into historical events past regarding WW11 and the POW camps involved with the building of the bridge over the river Kwai. A shocking and devestating tragedy for all those prisoners involved against the aggression of the Japanese army. They all say we forgive but will never…”

206 reviewsFrom $97.77by Sunleisure World

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Bridge over River Kwai and Hellfire Pass Tour with Train Ride - Getting There: 7:00 am Pickup and a Long Ride Worth It
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Bridge over River Kwai and Hellfire Pass Tour with Train Ride

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10.Bridge over River Kwai and Hellfire Pass Tour with Train Ride

Private Bridge on the River Kwai and Hellfire Pass day trip from Bangkok with memorials, museums, cemetery, and scenic train ride. Lunch included.

★ 5.0

“Terrific tour. We hit all the high points and were accommodated al the entire way. We could have adjusted the time and sights to exactly what we wanted. It was perfect!”

199 reviewsFrom $172.84by Amazing Asia Tours Co., Ltd.

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Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery: The First Reality Check
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Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok

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11.Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok

Private River Kwai day trip from Bangkok: war cemetery, JEATH museum, boat under the bridge, Death Railway train, Thai lunch.

★ 4.5

“We chose the private tour for 4 couples, and were completely satisfied with the experience. Picked up from our hotel drove and to the War memorial park, museum and then to the river for a boat ride to the bridge, followed by a train ride across the bridge along the river to a Thai lunch.…”

172 reviewsFrom $168.69by Tour East Thailand

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Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi - Erawan Waterfall: seven tiers, swim time, and smart walking
Bangkok, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Day Trips, Private, Private & Custom City Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi

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12.Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi

Private Kanchanaburi day trip with Erawan Waterfall, golden stupa, WWII cemetery, and a River Kwai boat ride plus Bridge visit.

★ 5.0

“Wow, what an epic day! Cherry was an amazing guide super knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everything organized so we could just enjoy ourselves. Erawan Waterfall totally blew us away, and visiting the River Kwai Bridge and the WWII CeRead more”

92 reviewsFrom $210.00by Poppy Friendly Trips

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City Tours, Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Day Trips, Museums, Samut Prakan, Tickets, Tour Reviews

Bangkok: Samut Prakan Ancient City and Erawan Museum Ticket

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Erawan Waterfall and Kanchanaburi Private Tour [Optional Luxury] - Erawan Waterfall: the main event (and where time can feel tight)
Bangkok, Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Day Trips, Private, Private & Custom City Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, VIP

Erawan Waterfall and Kanchanaburi Private Tour [Optional Luxury]

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15.Erawan Waterfall and Kanchanaburi Private Tour [Optional Luxury]

Private 13-hour trip from Bangkok to Erawan Waterfall and Kanchanaburi. AR game, long-tail boat, lunch, and WWII sites.

★ 5.0

“Jam packed day of exciting tours in nature and history. Our guide Nina was super attentive and organized making sure we saw all the waterfalls, river Kwai boat ride and walk over the famous bridge. Long day made effortless. Definitely advice all who can to take this tour!”

67 reviewsFrom $246.01by Thailand Insight Travel

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