Kanchanaburi Day Tour:
Bridge on the River Kwai & Erawan Waterfalls

Bangkok

Tour Type : Ourdoor Activities, Cultural Tour
Duration : 12 Hours
Tour Time : 06:30 - 18:30 

What to Expect

Escape the bustle of Bangkok for a full-day journey through history, nature, and remembrance in Kanchanaburi Province.
This tour beautifully combines the poignant story of the Death Railway with the natural splendor of Erawan National Park, home to one of Thailand’s most stunning waterfalls.

Walk across the world-famous Bridge on the River Kwai, cruise along the peaceful river, visit the JEATH War Museum, and refresh yourself in the emerald pools of Erawan Falls — a day filled with reflection, culture, and adventure.

High light
Bridge on the River Kwai

• Visit the iconic Bridge on the River Kwai, built during World War II as part of the railway to Burma.

• Constructed under brutal conditions by Allied POWs and local laborers, the project cost over 100,000 lives.

• A powerful memorial to courage, suffering, and resilience.
  

Longtail Boat Ride & JEATH War Museum

• Take a scenic boat ride on the River Kwai.

• Visit the JEATH War Museum, named after the nationalities involved (Japan, England, America, Australia, Thailand, Holland).

• See original tools, wartime photographs, and a replica POW bamboo hut — plus an unexploded bomb from Allied air raids.

  
  

Erawan National Park & Waterfalls

• Explore the famous seven-tiered Erawan Falls, named after the mythical three-headed elephant.

• Swim in emerald pools or hike to the top tier for breathtaking jungle views.

• A refreshing and unforgettable nature experience.

📌 Important Notes

• Bangkok → Kanchanaburi: 2.5–3 hours by road.

• Kanchanaburi city → Erawan Falls: 1.5 hours more.

• It’s a long day, but packed with powerful history and stunning scenery — truly worth it.

📌 What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Swimwear & towel

• Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses

• Insect repellent

• Change of clothes

• Camera or smartphone

🕘 Itinerary

06:30 – 07:00 | Hotel Pick-Up from Bangkok
Depart from your hotel and enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive through Thailand’s countryside toward Kanchanaburi.

09:30 | Bridge on the River Kwai
Visit the iconic steel bridge, part of the historic Thailand–Burma Death Railway built during World War II.
Learn how Allied POWs and Asian laborers endured unimaginable hardship to construct the railway, which claimed over 100,000 lives.
Walk across the bridge and take in the tranquil views of the Kwai River — a powerful reminder of human resilience and peace.

10:30 | Longtail Boat Ride & JEATH War Museum
Embark on a scenic longtail boat ride along the River Kwai for a unique perspective of the area.
Visit the JEATH War Museum, which stands for Japan, England, America, Australia, Thailand, and Holland — the nationalities involved in the war.
Explore displays of wartime photographs, personal letters, bamboo prisoner huts, and an unexploded Allied bomb from the era.

12:00 | Thai Lunch
Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch at a local riverside restaurant overlooking the River Kwai.

13:30 | Erawan National Park & Waterfalls
Discover the breathtaking Erawan Falls, a seven-tiered cascade named after the mythical three-headed elephant.
Swim in the emerald green pools, relax at the lower tiers, or hike to the top for panoramic jungle views.
Listen to the sounds of the forest and feel the cool mist of the waterfalls — an unforgettable moment in nature.

16:00 | Return Journey to Bangkok
Relax during your comfortable ride back to the city.

18:30 – 19:00 | Drop-Off at Hotel
Arrive back at your accommodation with wonderful memories of Kanchanaburi’s beauty and history.

Timings are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, weather, or park conditions.

✅ Inclusions

• Hotel pick-up & drop-off

• Travel Acident Insurance

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle

• Licensed English-speaking guide

• Drinking water throughout the trip

• Entrance fee to the JEATH War Museum

• Erawan National Park fee

• Lunch at local Restaurant (Set Menu)
  
  

❌ Exclusions

• Personal expenses

• Gratuities for driver and guide

Booking Conditions & Policy :

• Book at least 24 hours before travel date

• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before travel date

• No show or same-day cancellation: 100% charge

• Payment: Full amount upon confirmation or at least 24 hours before travel