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15 Best Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Tours

Every trip on this page treats the River Kwai as history first and photo stop second. Allied prisoners of war and Asian laborers built the Death Railway here in WWII, and a surviving stretch still carries trains over the Wang Pho viaduct. Kanchanaburi is about three hours west of Bangkok, so good tours leave early.

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

Harness the allure of Kanchanaburi's natural wonders and historical significance as you embark on a captivating small-group tour from Bangkok, culminating in a refreshing dip at the stunning Erawan Waterfall.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“I had such a wonderful day on the Erawan National Park Tour. TripGuru our guide Prakadkiet (Jacky) was warm, calm, and very welcoming — everything was smooth, well organized, and relaxed. We started with the JEATH War Museum, then walked across the famous Bridge over…”

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3.Private Tour to Floating & Railway Market (Optional Erawan Fall)

Discover the mesmerizing Floating & Railway Market on a private tour. Add the optional Erawan Fall for an unforgettable adventure. Book your spot now!

★ 5.0

“Excellent trip thoroughly recommend. Our guide Ice knew all the best view points for the train market & making sure we got the best seats on the train. The floating market visit also ran very smoothly, straight onto a boat & then some spare time…”

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4.From Bangkok: Elephant Sanctuary and Kanchanaburi Tour

Step into a world of rescued elephants and haunting history in Kanchanaburi—discover the unexpected wonders that await you on this unforgettable journey.

★ 4.8

“All great! The elephants are so lovely and well. Be careful of arriving in time, because it may incur on a rescheduling fee. Outside of that, the guide was great, and transportation too. Also, the lunch there is excellent.”

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5.Bangkok: Elephant Sanctuary & Erawan Waterfall Tour

Uncover the wonders of Thailand's nature and wildlife on a 12-hour adventure that offers an unforgettable interaction with elephants and a visit to the stunning Erawan Waterfall.

★ 4.9

“This is the best activity we did in Thailand. Playing with , bathing and hugging the gentle giants was a last minute decision that I'm glad we decided to do. And experiencing of a lifetime. If you're having second thoughts about this, don't. JUST DO…”

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

Discover the captivating history of the Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway on an unforgettable tour. Experience the past come alive!

★ 4.5

“It began with a visit to the cemetery, a very sobering, beautiful,and tragic experience. Then a James Bond type boat ride on the River Kwai, followed by the train approaching and our 90 minute ride that for an extra 200k we sat in first class,…”

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8.Private Tour to Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall and Elephant Care

Join our private tour to Kanchanaburi's breathtaking Erawan Waterfall and experience unforgettable moments caring for majestic elephants. Book now for an adventure of a lifetime!

★ 5.0

“The drive is long but worth it. The train ride and history museum was really interesting. The elephants weee the highlight - so beautiful. It was a lovely experience. Our guide Peter was amazing. Very knowledgeable and happy to answer all our questions. He was…”

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9.Boat Trip River Kwai and Erawan Falls Full Day Tour From Bangkok

Immerse yourself in Thailand's stunning beauty with our thrilling Boat Trip River Kwai and Erawan Falls tour. Experience adventure and tranquility in one unforgettable day!

★ 5.0

“This was certainly a full day out! There was just two of us on this trip which gave it an intimate feel and we travelled in an SUV rather than a minibus. It’s a long two and a half hour drive to the River Kwai…”

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10.Floating Markets and Bridge on River Kwai Tour From Bangkok

Discover the enchanting Floating Markets and experience the historic Bridge on River Kwai Tour from Bangkok. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.0

“Wonderful tour. So interesting to see the floating market. The long boat boat ride was really fun through the canals to the market. Great guide. Really enjoyed the time at River Kwai I like history Plenty of time to enjoy.”

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11.Private Tour to Bridge Over River Kwai and Hellfire Pass Incl Trainride

Discover the untold stories of the Bridge Over River Kwai and Hellfire Pass. Embark on a private tour, including an unforgettable train ride. Click now for an unforgettable journey!

★ 5.0

“This was a sacred site visit for us given we grew up knowing the story in the film but not the reality. Extremely moving. Rudy, the guide was excellent - very knowledgeable and a great sense of humour. We had to jump out of the…”

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12.Private Tour: Thai–Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai From Bangkok

Discover the historic Thai-Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai with a private tour from Bangkok. Uncover the secrets of this infamous landmark now!

★ 4.5

“We were picked up at our hotel by the guide as well as the driver this is a really great tour we got there fairly quickly traffic is really bad in Bangkok and getting out of Bangkok prove to be easy with a very good…”

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13.From Bangkok: Death Railway & River Kwai Bridge Private Tour

Immerse yourself in the harrowing history of the Death Railway and River Kwai Bridge on this private tour from Bangkok, uncovering the sacrifices made during World War II.

★ 4.9

“Our tour guide Mr King was very knowledgeable and made the day very enjoyable . He also sent us the pictures he took through out the day. The train journey was busy and Mr King made sure we had a good seat. Lunch was in…”

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14.From Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, River Kwai and Erawan Waterfall

Mystical landscapes and poignant history await in Kanchanaburi—discover the secrets of the River Kwai and Erawan Waterfall that beckon adventurers.

★ 4.3

“A long but memorable day. The fabulous Erawan Waterfalls being the clear highlight. Not often you get to swim under a fabulous waterfall, it was so refreshing and memorable.. i think the majority of people would have preferred another hour at the waterfalls. The war…”

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15.Bangkok: 2-Day River Kwai Trip With Floating Hotel and Meals

Gaze upon the captivating history and culture of the River Kwai region during this 2-day Bangkok excursion, featuring a floating hotel stay and local cuisine.

★ 4.6

“Perfect organization, friendly, helpful and very kind personnel to help and support travellers! Jungle Raft floating hotel with the unique Mon cultural background is the place, which shall be visited by all once in a lifetime”

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4.8Bangkok: 2-Day River Kwai & Erawan National Park Tour2 days$446 4.7Bangkok: Private & Customized Kanchanaburi Tour From Bangkok12 hours$135 5.0Private Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Boat Tour in Kanchanaburi$210.00 4.5Bangkok: Ancient City and/or Erawan Museum Ticket1 day$8 4.9Erawan Waterfall & Kanchanaburi Highlights Private Tour12 hours$194 5.0From Bangkok: Kanchanaburi Tour With Floating Market Visit11 hours$173 4.9From Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall & Kanchanaburi Private Tour$185 5.0Private Day Tour to Erawan Waterfall and Kanchanaburi From Bangkok$246.01 4.8From Bangkok: Private Car Hire to Kanchanaburi Province10 hours$128 5.0From Bangkok : Kanchanaburi Tour With Floating Market Visit$195.53 5.0Private Tour: Death Railway, Hellfire Pass and Erawan Waterfall$208.90 4.7Bangkok: Ancient City Muang Boran and Erawan Museum Tour6 - 8 hours$160 4.7From Bangkok: Erawan Park & Elephant Feeding Private Tour11 hours$205 4.5Bangkok: Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour$99.40 3.5Erawan Waterfalls-Death Railway & River Kwai Tour$123 4.5Two-days River Kwai Jungle Rafts Discovery Tour$209.00 4.7Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, 2-Days Glamping in Jungle & Erawan$491 4.5River Kwai One Day Tour From Bangkok (Sha Plus)$97.35 4.9Bangkok: Kanchanaburi, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour10 hours$102 4.5Full Day River Kwai From Bangkok$178.10 3.5Private Tour: Floating Markets and Bridge on River Kwai Day Trip From Bangkok$152.33 4.8Bangkok: Kanchanaburi and Erawan Waterfall Private Tour11 hours$195 4.83-Day River Kwai, Floating Market and Erawan Waterfalls3 days$622 5.0Erawan Waterfall and Bridge Over the River Kwai$168.73