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What to expect
Discover Kanchanaburi on a full-day trip from Bangkok, combining World War II history with the natural beauty of Erawan National Park. Visit the iconic Bridge on the River Kwai, explore the JEATH War Museum, enjoy a longtail boat ride, and admire the seven-tiered Erawan Falls with its emerald-green pools.
Explore the Bridge on the River Kwai and Erawan’s Seven-Tiered Waterfalls
Leave the busy streets of Bangkok behind and discover Kanchanaburi on a full-day journey combining World War II history with the natural beauty of Erawan National Park. Visit important historical landmarks, learn about the story of the Death Railway, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of one of Thailand’s most famous waterfalls.
Begin at the iconic Bridge on the River Kwai, a powerful reminder of the region’s history during World War II. Built as part of the railway connecting Thailand and Burma, the bridge was constructed under harsh conditions by Allied prisoners of war and local labourers. Learn about the difficult history of the Death Railway and the lives lost during its construction.
Continue with a scenic longtail boat ride along the river to the JEATH War Museum. The museum offers a glimpse into the experiences of prisoners of war through historical photographs, original objects, and a reconstruction of the bamboo huts used as their living quarters. Discover more about the railway’s history and the nationalities involved in its construction.
After exploring Kanchanaburi’s historical sites, travel to Erawan National Park, known for its lush tropical forest and beautiful seven-tiered waterfall. Named after Erawan, the three-headed elephant from Hindu mythology, Erawan Falls features cascading water and emerald-green natural pools. Follow the forest trails to explore the different levels, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and take a refreshing swim where permitted.
The park’s forested landscape offers a welcome contrast to the morning’s historical visits, with opportunities to appreciate Thailand’s natural beauty and capture memorable photos along the way.
At the end of the day, relax on the journey back to Bangkok and return to your original meeting point. This full-day tour combines meaningful historical experiences, a scenic river journey, and the refreshing beauty of Erawan Falls for a memorable escape from the city.
Important Information
The journey from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi takes approximately 2.5–3 hours, followed by around 1.5 hours of travel from Kanchanaburi city to Erawan National Park.
This is a long day trip involving considerable travel and walking.
Swimming at Erawan Falls depends on local conditions and park regulations. Follow the instructions of park staff and your guide.
Your route
Itinerary
Bridge on the River Kwai
Visit the iconic Bridge on the River Kwai, an important historical landmark associated with the Death Railway built during World War II. Learn about the railway’s construction under harsh conditions and remember the prisoners of war and local labourers who lost their lives.
Longtail Boat Ride
Enjoy a scenic longtail boat ride along the River Kwai, taking in the surrounding landscapes as you travel toward the JEATH War Museum.
JEATH War Museum
Explore the JEATH War Museum and discover more about the history of the Death Railway through historical photographs, original objects, and a reconstruction of the bamboo huts where prisoners of war lived.
Erawan National Park
Continue to Erawan National Park, famous for its lush tropical forest and spectacular seven-tiered waterfall. Follow the forest trails to explore the different levels of Erawan Falls, admire the emerald-green pools, and enjoy the natural surroundings. You may also have the opportunity to swim where permitted.
Meeting Point
Option 1: Silom MRT Station, Exit 2
Meet your guide on the sidewalk at Exit 2, at the corner of the Silom–Rama IV intersection, directly opposite Lumpini Park.
Option 2: In Front of Starbucks on Khao San Road
Meet your guide in front of Starbucks at the western end of Khao San Road, near Chana Songkhram Police Station. Look for the distinctive traditional-style building.
Please arrive at your selected meeting point on time before departure.
What you need to know
Included/Excluded
- Pick-up/drop-off from meeting point.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fee to the JEATH War Museum
- One bottle of drinking water
- Erawan National Park fee
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guide (optional)
Know before you book
When will I receive my confirmation?
You will receive a manual confirmation by email with further instructions shortly after completing your booking. If you do not receive any email in your Inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.
Why is the lunch not included in the tour price?
We exclude lunch from the tour price to provide you with the best possible price while maintaining full transparency.
What should I do if I might be late?
Bangkok’s traffic is often notoriously congested, so we kindly ask all guests to arrive on time. We always recommend taking the BTS (skytrain) or MRT (metro) to a station near the meeting point.
As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
Can I change my booking?
We understand plans can change. You’re welcome to reschedule your tour date or time up to 24 hours before the start at no extra cost.
If something comes up within 24 hours of the tour, please email us at tours@wandersiam.com and we’ll do our best to help. Please note that a change fee will apply.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund.
For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
What if it rains on the day of the tour?
Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
Under what circumstances might the itinerary change?
While changes to the itinerary are very rare, WanderSiam reserves the right to modify the published schedule whenever, in our judgment, circumstances require it or if we consider it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of our guests.
Tour Plan
When will I receive my confirmation?
You will receive a manual confirmation by email with further instructions shortly after completing your booking. If you do not receive any email in your Inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.
Why is the lunch not included in the tour price?
We exclude lunch from the tour price to provide you with the best possible price while maintaining full transparency.
What should I do if I might be late?
Bangkok’s traffic is often notoriously congested, so we kindly ask all guests to arrive on time. We always recommend taking the BTS (skytrain) or MRT (metro) to a station near the meeting point.
As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
Can I change my booking?
We understand plans can change. You’re welcome to reschedule your tour date or time up to 24 hours before the start at no extra cost.
If something comes up within 24 hours of the tour, please email us at tours@wandersiam.com and we’ll do our best to help. Please note that a change fee will apply.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund.
For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
What if it rains on the day of the tour?
Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
Under what circumstances might the itinerary change?
While changes to the itinerary are very rare, WanderSiam reserves the right to modify the published schedule whenever, in our judgment, circumstances require it or if we consider it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of our guests.
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S.partheWanderSiam guest
Our tour with Peach
We had an amazing time with our guide Peach. We learned a lot, found the best photo spots, and would definitely recommend the tour.
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HeidiWanderSiam guest
Excellent Tour
Excellent guide and beautiful sights. I’m glad I decided to give this tour a try and had a great day.
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cmpdapWanderSiam guest
Professional and informative
Our guide was energetic, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable. It was a great way to see Bangkok’s important landmarks.
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458lorrainetVirginia Beach, VA
Great experience
Ken was a wealth of knowledge and welcomed every question. A friendly and memorable way to discover Bangkok.
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ianpB3846FLWanderSiam guest
Great tuk tuk tour
Ken was knowledgeable and lovely. He took the time to explain the places and made the experience enjoyable.
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Venturel4546308058WanderSiam guest
Caring and knowledgeable host
I had a fabulous time with Surin. The tour felt personal, welcoming, and full of local knowledge.
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Stay04131177858WanderSiam guest
Sunny day trip
A very sunny and enjoyable day trip. The guide was helpful and kept the experience relaxed and fun.
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Thailand Temples Tour
Ken was a great guide—patient, professional, and happy to answer questions throughout the tour.
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58 Comments
4.5
Good day trip with history and nature, but also lots of driving in the car.
The experience was really well put together. Everything was organized well and we felt well taken care of. Two things to keep in mind is that there will be a lot of driving around. 1) River Kwai and Erawan waterfalls are in very different locations, so there will be a two-hour drive, a 1-hour-drive, and finally a 3-hour-drive back. I wish I had known that before. 2) It can be challenging to understand all the historic details, so I recommend reading up on the history before.
5
The Jeath War Museum, River Kwai, Erawan Waterfalls
A great way to spend my last full day in Thailand. The Jeath War Museum was very sobering, but very informative. It was lovely to see the train go over on the Bridge on the River Kwai! At the National Park, after walking up to a few of the waterfalls (there are 7 in total!), I decided to stay at number 2. Hardly anyone there when I first arrived, except the fish!!!! Very relaxing swimming, sitting and having a massage under the waterfall, and exploring the wee cave. I even got used to the fish nibbling my feet! Thank you to our guide, Surina, and our driver, Mr Eak. Well worth the 2 hour drive to the museum and the other 1 1/2 hours to the waterfalls.
5
A great day walking in Nature and History
Had a brilliant day. The Jeath museum, although simple, captured the mood of what prisoners went through while forced to work in captivity. The boat trip was fast and exhilarating, and it was exciting to see the Bridge over the River Kwai as it first came into view. We were lucky that a train passed over as we were on the bridge which added to the sense of history.
The waterfalls were beautiful. I only walked to just beyond Tier 5 as I was finding it very HOT, but the views were very lovely and each waterfall looked very inviting.
So lots to see and do but really the day was made by the excellent guide, Koi, and driver, Nu. I was the only person on the trip and it still went ahead. Koi was interesting, well informed, funny, caring and just the sweetest person. I loved the biscuits she gave me. Nu, who didn’t speak English, was always helpful and friendly. He supplied me with lots of iced water and wipes to cool back down.
A great day topped off by excellent friendly and professional company.
3.5
Could have lived without this one
Let’s get this out there first. This day is LONG! You will be on the minibus for a while and will not have any time to do anything else on this day, so block it out if you’re going to do it. And whilst it’s a long day, you will only really get 2-3 hours of actual time off the bus too. I wish I knew that before I booked as if I’m honest, I wouldn’t have done it.
When you say a trip about History and Waterfalls – it’s always going to get my attention. I love learning new things and visiting special places, and waterfalls just have a special place in my heart.
What I got however, was a ‘museum’ which was just a bunch of photos about what conditions looked like (no history there), a trip on the river to a bridge (with no history to it – it’s not the bridge you think it is!), and then an overcrowded wait for a train to come along to take photos of.
The waterfalls almost saved the day, I mean some of them are beautiful – but it’s just a tourist hot spot with everyone vying for the perfect Instagram shot. If you try to relax you’re soon to be nudged out of the way, and no one is really appreciating the beauty of where they are. If there were less people this really would be a special place.
The trek to the top hot and sweaty, and you only had like 15 minutes up there before you had to come back down to leave.
I really wish I could promote this in a better way, but honestly, if you have limited time in Bangkok, I would not actively suggest doing this. There are far better ways to spend your time there.
If you are there for 2 weeks, are in no rush, and have nothing better to do, then crack on.
5
Great guide … Koi is very knowledgeable about the history and my second trip with wander Siam. Book with Wander Siam 5*
Great day learning more about the POWs under Japan rule to build the bridge over river Kwai and then the waterfalls ….. stunning