Erawan Waterfall & Train Tour from Kanchanaburi: Full Day

Swim in emerald pools beneath a seven-tier waterfall, then ride the historic Death Railway to the Bridge on the River Kwai

This full-day tour from Kanchanaburi takes you to Erawan National Park to swim in the emerald pools of its seven-tiered waterfall, then travels the Death Railway to the Bridge on the River Kwai, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, park entry and lunch included. The itinerary moves between water, forest and historical sites without requiring your own transport or navigation.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Erawan National Park2h · entry included
2. Death Railway2h
3. Bridge on the River Kwai2h

Erawan Waterfall and Historical Sites Tour

• Pick up from Kanchanaburi accommodation
• Visit Srinakarin Lake and enjoy views
• Explore Erawan National Park and swim
• Have lunch at a local restaurant
• Visit Tham Krasae bridge and River Kwai
• Stop at Bridge on the River Kwai

The experience

The day starts with hotel pickup in Kanchanaburi and a drive to Srinakarin Lake, a reservoir formed by the Kwai Yai River dam. The lake sits ringed by mountains and forest, and you'll have time to take in the views before heading to Erawan National Park. Named after the three-headed white elephant in Hindu mythology, the park centers on Erawan Waterfall, which cascades down seven tiers into emerald pools. You can swim in the pools and explore caves in the surrounding forest before lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, the tour moves to Tham Krasae bridge on the Death Railway, the narrow-gauge line built during World War II. The route then ends at the Bridge on the River Kwai, where you'll learn about its historical significance and see it from the riverbank. The full itinerary takes eight hours from start to finish, with an air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking guide throughout.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kanchanaburi.
• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• Erawan National Park entrance fee.
• train ride on the Death Railway.
• drinking water.
• lunch at a local restaurant.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

AgesAdult (6 to 70 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 42 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Is this one for you?This is a guided group tour with fixed stops and timing, so the day moves at a set pace and you don't arrange transport yourself: suits travelers who want to see multiple sites in one day without navigating between them.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Erawan Waterfall like when I get there?

Erawan Waterfall drops in seven tiers through Erawan National Park, creating emerald pools where you can swim. The waterfall is surrounded by lush forest, and there are caves nearby to explore.

Does the tour include lunch?

Yes, lunch is served at a local restaurant after you visit Erawan National Park.

How does the Death Railway fit into the day?

After lunch, you travel to Tham Krasae bridge on the Death Railway, a historic narrow-gauge line, then finish at the Bridge on the River Kwai to learn about its wartime history.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kanchanaburi, an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, Erawan National Park entrance fee, a train ride and drinking water are all included.

How long is this tour?

The full day runs eight hours from pickup at your hotel to drop-off.