Khwae Noi River Tours and Activities

During World War 2, the Japanese used Allied prisoners of war to build a railway from Thailand to Burma so they could supply their army without the dangers of sending supplies by sea. Many prisoners died under appalling conditions during its construction, and the line became known as the 'Death Railway'. It was immortalised in David Lean's 1957 film 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' which centres around one of the line's main engineering feats, the bridge across the Kwae Yai river just north of Kanchanaburi. Although the film was shot in Sri Lanka, the Bridge on the River Kwai really exists, and still carries regular passenger trains from Bangkok as far as Nam Tok. For anyone interested in 20th century history, a visit to Kanchanaburi and the infamous Death Railway is a must. This page gives all the necessary information for train travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, the Bridge on the River Kwai & Nam Tok, along with an overview of what there is to see in the area, including the Bridge Over the River Kwai, the Wampo (Wang Po) Viaduct and the museum at Hellfire Pass (Konyu Cutting). You can see the Bridge on the River Kwai as a day trip from Bangkok using the morning train out and afternoon train back, but it's better to make it a 2 or 3 day trip as there's a lot more to see than just the Bridge. For example, you could take the morning passenger train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi on day 1, stay a night or two in Kanchanaburi, then take the afternoon train back on day 2 or 3, so you can visit Hellfire Pass (less well known than the Bridge, but not be missed) and travel the Death Railway through fantastic scenery over the dramatic Wampo Viaduct as far as its current terminus at Nam Tok.
During World War 2, the Japanese used Allied prisoners of war to build a railway from Thailand to Burma so they could supply their army without the dangers of sending supplies by sea. Many prisoners died under appalling conditions during its construction, and the line became known as the 'Death Railway'. It was immortalised in David Lean's 1957 film 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' which centres around one of the line's main engineering feats, the bridge across the Kwae Yai river just north of Kanchanaburi. Although the film was shot in Sri Lanka, the Bridge on the River Kwai really exists, and still carries regular passenger trains from Bangkok as far as Nam Tok. For anyone interested in 20th century history, a visit to Kanchanaburi and the infamous Death Railway is a must. This page gives all the necessary information for train travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, the Bridge on the River Kwai & Nam Tok, along with an overview of what there is to see in the area, including the Bridge Over the River Kwai, the Wampo (Wang Po) Viaduct and the museum at Hellfire Pass (Konyu Cutting). You can see the Bridge on the River Kwai as a day trip from Bangkok using the morning train out and afternoon train back, but it's better to make it a 2 or 3 day trip as there's a lot more to see than just the Bridge. For example, you could take the morning passenger train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi on day 1, stay a night or two in Kanchanaburi, then take the afternoon train back on day 2 or 3, so you can visit Hellfire Pass (less well known than the Bridge, but not be missed) and travel the Death Railway through fantastic scenery over the dramatic Wampo Viaduct as far as its current terminus at Nam Tok.

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Baboona Beachfront Living

Baboona Beachfront Living

3 out of 5
Central Pattaya
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25 Feb - 2 Mar
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Perth (PER) to Bangkok (BKK)
8.4/10 Very Good! (529 reviews)
Clean room , friendly people and good breakfast. Right on the beach !

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Wora Bura Hua Hin Resort and Spa

Wora Bura Hua Hin Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Nong Kae
Price was AU$2,282, price is now AU$922 per person
AU$922
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9 Mar - 14 Mar
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Perth (PER) to Bangkok (BKK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (519 reviews)
eveerything about this hotel is excellent but in particular was the kindness and caring of all the staff unfortunetly i was quite poorly for the week i was in hua hin the concern the staff showed me was above and beyond especially the hotel maids checking on me through the day thank you so much for making a bad situation so bearable i will never forget your kindness thank you so much i would not hesitate to stay here again and thoroughly recommend this hotel

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Tsix5 Phenomenal Hotel Pattaya

Tsix5 Phenomenal Hotel Pattaya

5 out of 5
North Pattaya
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AU$1,368
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24 Feb - 2 Mar
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Melbourne (MEL) to Bangkok (BKK)
7.8/10 Good! (35 reviews)
Great property and location. The suite was absolutely amazing and the view was to die for. My only complaint was the shower temperature was luke warm, almost cold. I contacted the front desk concerning the problem but it was never rectified. Otherwise, the stay was great.

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Mueang Sing Historical Park

Find out about the history of Sai Yok when you take a trip to Mueang Sing Historical Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Mueang Sing Historical Park
The Tiger Temple

Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno

Why not meet the animals who call Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno home during your trip to Kanchanaburi? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno
Bridge Over the River Kwai showing a bridge and a river or creek

Bridge Over the River Kwai

Take a walk over this historic landmark, which has become the symbol of the infamous Thailand-Burma railway.

Bridge Over the River Kwai
Thailand-Burma Railway Centre showing interior views

Thailand-Burma Railway Centre

An attractive off-white exterior belies the story told inside of the harsh conditions manual laborers faced when constructing a wartime rail system.

Thailand-Burma Railway Centre

Ban Kao National Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ban Kao National Museum during your travels in Kanchanaburi. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Ban Kao National Museum

Wat Metta Thamrat

Find out about the history of Kaeng Sian when you take a trip to Wat Metta Thamrat. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Wat Metta Thamrat

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