Bridge Over the River Kwai and Elephant Bath – One day trip from Bangkok

฿ 8,500 for 2 person

A private full-day activity from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, visiting the War Museum, the war cemetery and the Bridge over the River Kwai, riding the original Death Railway to Krasae Cave for a buffet lunch, then a 30-minute elephant bath experience at an elephant village.

Full Day Activity
Approx. 11.5 hours
Exclusive Private Activity
Private Minivan
Private car/van
Buffet Lunch Included
Buffet lunch
English-Speaking Guide
Private guide
Travel insurance
During the activities

Highlight


Bridge Over the River Kwai

Walk the historic bridge and learn its Second World War history at the War Museum and cemetery.

Death Railway Train Ride

Ride the original railroad along the Death Railway to Krasae Cave.

Elephant Bath Experience

A unique, hands-on 30-minute bath and play session with elephants at a caring elephant village — a memory for a lifetime.

Itinerary


06:30
Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
Hotel Pick-Up
Private car/van pick-up from your hotel in Bangkok's city center.
09:00
Approx. 2 hours
War Museum, Cemetery & Bridge
Visit the War Museum, the war cemetery, and the historic Bridge over the River Kwai.
11:00
Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
Board the Death Railway Train
Ride the original railroad through the Death Railway area toward Krasae Cave.
12:30
Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
Krasae Cave - Buffet Lunch
Get off at Krasae Cave for a buffet lunch and sightseeing.
14:00
Approx. 15 minutes
Leave River Kwai
Depart the River Kwai area and head toward the elephant village.
14:15
Approx. 3 hours 45 minutes
Elephant Village - Elephant Bath
Arrive at a caring elephant village and enjoy a 30-minute elephant bath, getting close to and playing with the elephants.
18:00
Varies by hotel location
Drop-Off
Private drop-off back at your hotel.

What included ?

  • Private car/van
  • Tour guide
  • Admission fees
  • Buffet lunch
  • Train ride on the Death Railway
  • Elephant bath
  • Cool water and towel served in the car/van

What not included ?

  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks
  • Food for the elephants
  • Gratuity (optional)

Q & A

1. What does the ฿8,500 base price cover?

The base price covers 2 adults with private car/van transfer, admission fees, buffet lunch, the Death Railway train ride, and the elephant bath. Additional adults are 2,000 THB each, and children under 10 are 1,300 THB each.

Yes — the elephant bath involves getting close to and playing with the elephants in the water, so bringing a change of clothes is recommended.

Food for the elephants is not included in the base price, but can usually be purchased on-site at the elephant village.

You’ll visit the War Museum, the war cemetery, and the historic Bridge over the River Kwai, then ride the original Death Railway train to Krasae Cave for lunch and sightseeing.

The private minivan comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests.

What to bring/wear ?

  • A change of clothes for the elephant bath
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera

Important Activity Notes

  • Itinerary times are approximate and may vary depending on the train schedule.
  • Please bring a change of clothes for the elephant bath, as you will get wet.
  • Gratuity is not included and is at your discretion.

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฿ 8,500 for 2 person

The base price already includes 2 adults. Add extra adults here at 2,000 THB each.
Child price applies to any child under 10 years of age.
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