Bridge on the River Kwai

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One of the most recognisable symbols of the Second World War, the famous Bridge on the River Kwai was built at the cost of thousands of POWs lives and marks the starting point of the infamous ‘Death Railway’.

• Visit to the Bridge on the River Kwai, Allied War Grave Cemetery and entrance to the Death War Museum
• Pick-up and drop-off from selected Bangkok hotels (Guests not staying at one of these hotels will be advised of the nearest pick-up point).
• Air-conditioned transportation
• Services of an English-speaking guide
• Lunch
• Speedboat ride on the River Kwai
• Ride on a local train

Captivating, nostalgic and unforgettable sums up this day tour to the Kanchanaburi province and the renowned bridge on the River Kwai. A ‘must see’ for all Second World War enthusiasts or those interested in modern history, this memorable day trip from Bangkok will take you to the famous bridge itself, the Allied War Grave cemeteries and the Death War Museum which houses pictures, paintings and accounts from this tragic period of history.  The bridge itself lies 80 miles outside of Bangkok and the journey to the site will take you through sugar cane fields, rice paddies and pineapple plantations. As you drive through this picturesque landscape, your guide is more than happy to give an overview on the history on the construction of the bridge and the ‘Death Railway’ - a huge wartime project to link existing Thai and Burmese railway lines to create a direct route from Bangkok to Rangoon to support the Japanese occupation of Burma. Thousands of Allied POWs and local labourers lost their lives constructing the bridge and the railway line and you will get the chance to see one of the Allied War Grave Cemeteries (often an emotional experience) before hearing their stories at the hauntingly fascinating Death War Museum. After lunch, you will be taken on an exciting long- tailed speedboat ride down the river so you can enjoy wonderful views of the infamous bridge itself before getting off and exploring the site. There is ample free time to explore at your own leisure and afterwards you will be taken on a train ride through the area before returning to Bangkok.

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• Visit to the Bridge on the River Kwai, Allied War Grave Cemetery and entrance to the Death War Museum
• Pick-up and drop-off from selected Bangkok hotels (Guests not staying at one of these hotels will be advised of the nearest pick-up point).
• Air-conditioned transportation
• Services of an English-speaking guide
• Lunch
• Speedboat ride on the River Kwai
• Ride on a local train

• Additional refreshments
• Optional gratuities

Casual. Dress according to the weather for that day. It is recommended you take a sunhat and a bottle of water.  

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Adult	0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10	£37.00
Child	0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10	£28.00

  Child: 2-11 years

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