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WWII Memory Path: River Kwai Bridge & Death Railway Discovery
(14) Reviews
Kanchanaburi
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Relive the tragic history of war and forced captivity in Kanchanaburi with a day tour that takes you back to the sorrowful history of World War II along the historic Death Railway, witnessing the injustice and torture inflicted on prisoners of war. Beginning your historical journey at the Death Railway Cemetery and Museum, learn about the hardships and watch videos about what prisoners of war faced during World War II. Then, visit the famous Bridge over the River Kwai before taking a short train ride along the Death Railway, through lush forests, sheer cliffs, and a wooden bridge built into a hillside for trains to pass through, near Tham Krasae Cave, a resting and medical center for wounded...
Highlights
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 10 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cooling towel
Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Accident insurance of 500,000 baht per person.
Air-conditioned vehicle
English, Chinese and Japanese Speaking tour guide
We're happy to recommend a restaurant for you.
Tips for guide and driver (optional)
Itinerary
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Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
Pay tribute to the Allied POWs who lost their lives during the construction of the infamous “Death Railway.” This peaceful and well-preserved memorial features plaques from the UK, Australia, and the Netherlands.
Recommended: Take a guided walk (30–45 minutes) to fully absorb the history. Just a 5-minute walk away is the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, a museum with rare documents, photographs, models, and artifacts that reveal the lives and sacrifices of the POWs and laborers during WWII.
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Thailand-Burma Railway Centre
The Thailand–Burma Railway Centre is the most comprehensive World War II museum in Kanchanaburi, dedicated to preserving the history of the famous Death Railway built during WWII by Allied prisoners of war and Asian laborers under harsh conditions.
Located directly beside the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, the museum provides visitors with a powerful and educational insight into one of Southeast Asia’s most significant wartime histories. The modern, air-conditioned exhibition presents real stories, historical evidence, and personal testimonies that bring the past to life.
40 minutes
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River Khwae Bridge
Walk across this world-famous iron bridge, immortalized in films and history books. Learn about its role during the war and capture stunning photos.
(Duration: 30–45 minutes)
45 minutes
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Krasae Cave
Experience a historic train journey from Thakilen Station to Krasae Cave (15–20 minutes), passing dramatic cliffs and the scenic Khwae Noi River. The highlight is crossing the wooden Krasae Bridge, a striking symbol of wartime endurance. End your trip with a visit to Krasae Cave, once used as a POW camp. Perfect for travelers seeking both natural beauty and profound history.
40 minutes
5
Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre and Memorial Walking Trail
Hellfire Pass, known in Thai as Chong Khao Khat, is one of the most powerful historical landmarks in Thailand, located in Sai Yok District, Kanchanaburi Province. It is part of the famous Thailand–Burma Railway (Death Railway) built during World War II using forced labor from Allied prisoners of war and Asian civilians.
The name “Hellfire Pass” came from the haunting scene during construction, when prisoners worked day and night cutting through solid mountain rock by hand under torchlight, creating a fire-like glow that resembled the gates of hell.
Today, the site stands as a peaceful memorial honoring those who suffered and lost their lives, transforming history into a place of remembrance, reflection, and learning.
WWII Memory Path: River Kwai Bridge & Death Railway Discovery
(14) Reviews
Kanchanaburi
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Relive the tragic history of war and forced captivity in Kanchanaburi with a day tour that takes you back to the sorrowful history of World War II along the historic Death Railway, witnessing the injustice and torture inflicted on prisoners of war. Beginning your historical journey at the Death Railway Cemetery and Museum, learn about the hardships and watch videos about what prisoners of war faced during World War II. Then, visit the famous Bridge over the River Kwai before taking a short train ride along the Death Railway, through lush forests, sheer cliffs, and a wooden bridge built into a hillside for trains to pass through, near Tham Krasae Cave, a resting and medical center for wounded...
