Bangkok: Kanchanaburi and Erawan Waterfall Private Tour

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Bangkok: Kanchanaburi and Erawan Waterfall Private Tour
Top rated
4.677419 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.677419 out of 5 stars
31 reviews

Embark on a full-day private trip and visit the highlights of Kanchanaburi. Admire the famous bridge over the River Kwai, visit the impressive war museum and war cemetery, and marvel at the amazing waterfalls at Erawan National Park.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is available from centrally located hotels in Bangkok: Pratunam, Sukhumvit, Silom and Sathorn. Please inform the local partner of your accommodation name and address at the time of booking. The day of the activity, please meet your driver outside the hotel lobby.
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Judy – United States

It was perfect! Our guide was informative friendly and funny! We learned a lot!

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Hannelore – United Kingdom

It is a long day but definitely worth it. The waterfalls and surroundings are stunning. It was interesting to learn more about the country’s history. Our guide Anouk was good, fun & knowledgeable.

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Itinerary

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    9 pickup location options:

    79 Phayathai Rd, 154 Soi Maen Si 2, 2 Lat Ya Road, 2911 Thanon Rama IV, 241 Thanon Nonsi, 395/1 Thanon Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra, Mah Boonkrong, แยกผ่านพิภพลีลา, Sumalee Thai Massage and spa

  • Van

    (2.5 hours)

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    Kanchanaburi War Cemetery

    Guided tour

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    JEATH War Museum

    Guided tour

  • Timeline stop icon

    Bridge Over the River Kwai

    Guided tour

  • Kanchanaburi

    Lunch

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

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    Erawan Waterfall

    Guided tour

  • Erawan Waterfall

    Free time

  • Van

    (2.5 hours)

  • 9 drop-off locations:

    395/1 Thanon Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra, 154 Soi Maen Si 2, 2911 Thanon Rama IV, Sumalee Thai Massage and spa, 79 Phayathai Rd, Mah Boonkrong, แยกผ่านพิภพลีลา, 241 Thanon Nonsi, 2 Lat Ya Road

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Hike and swim in the spectacular waterfalls of Erawan National Park
  • See the historical railway and the iconic bridge over the River Kwai
  • Learn how the area was impacted during WWII at the JEATH War Museum
  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
  • Travel with a private guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned van

Full description

Explore western Thailand on a private tour from Bangkok. Starting with pickup at 7:00 AM, travel 2.5 hours to Kanchanaburi, learning about the history of this area and life under Japanese occupation in WWII from your English-speaking guide as you go.  

The first stop will be at the Allied Cemetery and the JEATH (Japanese-English-American-Australian-Thai-Holland) War Museum. Learn about the poor circumstances of the Asian convicts and European POWs during the construction of the Myanmar railway. Next, you will visit the iconic bridge over the River Kwai, the main landmark of Kanchanaburi. Wait until the local train passes and enjoy the view of the picturesque river.

After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, you will proceed to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand, the Erawan Waterfalls. The waterfall consists of 7 plateaus and has many caves hidden behind the walls of water. If you wish, you can take a dip in the crystal-clear pools. 

At the end of the tour, hotel drop-off will be provided. You will reach your hotel in Bangkok at around 6:00 PM.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned transfers
  • Guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled water
  • Accident insurance
  • Gratuities (optional)

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel

Know before you go

  • People with impaired mobility can still book this tour and enjoy Erawan National Park
  • The climb to the top of Erawan National Park is a bit difficult, but you can stay at the base and enjoy the waterfalls from there
  • Those who wish may take a swim at the waterfalls

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 31 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Judy – United StatesMay 26, 2024 – Verified booking
It was perfect! Our guide was informative friendly and funny! We learned a lot!
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Hannelore – United KingdomAugust 3, 2024 – Verified booking
It is a long day but definitely worth it. The waterfalls and surroundings are stunning. It was interesting to learn more about the country’s history. Our guide Anouk was good, fun & knowledgeable.
J
Jonas – SwedenNovember 1, 2024 – Verified booking
It was a great trip and we were well taken care of by our guide Ken and our driver. It was really nice to see the bridge and Erawan was fantastic. Walk to the top to see all levels and then choose were to take a bath or two on the way down.

Product ID: 384787

Activity provider:Amazing Asia Tours

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