Bangkok: Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour

Overview

• ✓The Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour offers a fascinating journey through history, taking you to one of the most significant sites from World War II.
• ✓Explore the iconic bridge, immortalized in the famous film, and learn about its construction by Allied POWs under harsh conditions.
• ✓The tour ncludes a ride on the historic Thailand-Burma Railway, also known as the "Death Railway," which stretches through lush jungle landscapes, offering both a historical and scenic experience.
• ✓With a knowledgeable guide sharing stories of the railway’s difficult construction and its impact on those who worked on it, this tour provides a powerful insight into Thailand’s wartime history.
• ✓A visit to the War Cemetery is also included, offering a moment of reflection.

The Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour offers a fascinating journey through history, taking you to one of the most significant sites from World War II. Explore the iconic bridge, immortalized in the famous film, and learn about its construction by Allied POWs under harsh conditions. The tour ncludes a ride on the historic Thailand-Burma Railway, also known as the "Death Railway," which stretches through lush jungle landscapes, offering both a historical and scenic experience. With a knowledgeable guide sharing stories of the railway’s difficult construction and its impact on those who worked on it, this tour provides a powerful insight into Thailand’s wartime history. A visit to the War Cemetery is also included, offering a moment of reflection. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those looking to understand the significance of this poignant landmark.

What to Bring

• •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• •You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
• •Tour includes hotel pick up / drop off and is available from most central Bangkok hotels. This Option can be amended and/or cancelled. You will be able to arrange pick up from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation. Hotel pick up may be 30-60 minutes prior to tour Start time/Departure time (depending on hotel location).
• •Approx 300 Baht is to be paid to the guide which will guarantee a seat including tea/coffee, drinking water, cold towel and certificate. This can only be paid on the spot at the train station.
• •Child rate is priced for children lower than 100cm tall. If Over 100cm, please pay the adult rates.
• •At least 2 people are required for the Shared Tour to take place. Single traveler may book the Shared Tour this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day. (Alternative date or refund will be offered should this occur.).
• •If you have mobility problems, you may have difficulties getting into or out of the long-tailed speedboat. Please advise your guide of this at the commencement of the tour. Your guide will arrange for the driver to take you to the Bridge by road instead.

Meeting and Pickup

More Experiences in Bangkok