Top Bangkok Rail Tours

Take a memorable ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway for the thousands of POWs and forced laborers who lost their lives building it during World War II. On this day trip from Bangkok, visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the JEATH War Museum, and hear moving war stories from your guide. Then ride a long-tailed speedboat down the Kwai River where you have a view of the famous bridge.

Experience two of Bangkok’s most famous traditional markets on this half-day tour. Benefit from a small group size as you ride the train to the Maeklong Railway Market, uniquely situated on a working railway track. After free time for shopping, continue to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and cruise around the stalls on a longtail boat.

Immerse yourself in the history of World War II during this tour to the Bridge on the River Kwai from Bangkok. Listen to in-depth guided commentary that tells the history of the bridge itself, and learn more about the events surrounding the POWs by visiting a war museum and a POW cemetery. Additionally, you’ll ride along the tracks of the Death Railway, walk across the bridge itself, and take a long-tailed speedboat ride on the river.

Experience the daily goings-on of the Damnoen Saduak floating market and the MaeKlong railway market with a dedicated guide on this private tour from Bangkok. Learn about the markets' history, origins, and current iterations through insightful commentary and take a long-tail boat tour on the canal. Taste some traditional Thai desserts and get free time to shop. Round-trip private transportation from Bangkok hotels is included.

A historic capital first built in the 14th century, Ayutthaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must for many. Say goodbye to long, stressful bus journeys on this convenient small-group guided tour. See Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, the summer home of Thai kings, explore the ruins of ancient Ayutthaya, and opt to visit the Ayothaya Floating Market & Elephant Village. All entrance fees are at your own expense.

Benefit from personalized attention on this private tour of Ayutthaya and the Damnoensaduak Floating Market. You can take your time exploring in the company of your dedicated guide, learning about the UNESCO-listed Ayutthaya through commentary tailored to your interests. Step aboard a longtail boat for a tour of the floating market, where you can see local residents going about their daily life.

This private tour of the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak offers travelers an up-close look at everyday life on Thai waters. Follow your guide along the backwaters of Bangkok canals on a motorized boat and check out the local vendors selling fresh produce, souvenirs and handmade sweets from their traditional canoes. This one-of-a-kind-experience is perfect for the traveler looking to get off the city streets and sample a bit of the culture and character this popular destination has to offer.

This customizable private tour showcases the best of Bangkok and beyond. Follow your personal guide through some of the city's top attractions, including Wat Arun Grand Palace, and the Floating Market. Explore some of Bangkok's most vibrant neighborhoods, sample local cuisine (own expense), and wander the shops and sites with a local who offers insight and information along the way.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ayutthaya is a must-visit day trip destination from Bangkok. This tour is the easy way to get there as you won’t have to worry about catching a bus on your own. You’ll spend a whole day touring the archaeological sites, palaces, and temples of the former capital of Thailand. The tour includes a delicious lunch and a river cruise back to Bangkok.

Take a break from Bangkok’s hustle on this small-group door-to-door adventure, which simply can’t be done in a day on public transport. Spend the morning swimming and taking pictures at the 7-tiered Erawan Waterfall, then enjoy a picnic in the national park. Finish with a ride on the Burma Railway (Death Railway), built by Allied prisoners during World War II, and a look at the Bridge on the River Kwai.

Visit the Ayutthaya temples on a cultural day trip from Bangkok, it's a highlight of any Thailand visit. The tour to the ancient capital of Siam includes a trip by riverboat, a must-do activity when you're in Bangkok, with close-up views of the temples and historic sites that line the Chao Phraya River

Customize your sightseeing itinerary in Bangkok with options for a half- or full-day tour by public or private transportation. Popular destinations include Chinatown, The Grand Palace, and Wat Arun on the Chao Phraya River, or you can venture out to attractions such as Damnoen Saduak Floating Market or Chatuchak Weekend Market. With your own private guide you can easily plan a day suited to your interests.

Go beyond Bangkok city limits and gain a deeper understanding of life beyond the capital as you explore the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak. Travel by long-tailed speedboat as a guide unpacks the secrets of these 19th-century canals built by King Rama IV. Over the course of this half-day trip, cruise past vendors selling freshly picked produce, handmade sweets, and interesting souvenirs.

Get a comprehensive tour of Ayutthaya in a single day from Bangkok, including round-trip transportation. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle means no need to rent a car; on the way back, you'll travel via relaxing river cruise on the Chao Phraya River. Highlights include Chai Wattanaram, Wat Phrasrisanphet, the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, and riverside sights in Bangkok on return cruise.

Visit the ancient home of the Siamese kings on a full-day, private tour from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, a former imperial capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the ornate Bang Pa-In, or Summer Palace, a Buddha image in a Bodhi tree, and historic temple complexes, then take a slow boat ride around Ayutthaya island. This full-day tour accommodates up to eight people, and includes all activities and round-trip transport from centrally-located Bangkok hotels.

Travel back in time on this private Thai Burma Death Railway Bridge on the River Kwai Tour from Bangkok. You’ll gain insight and deeper understanding of some of the nation’s top attractions as you follow your expert local guide on this memorable excursion. Pay a visit to the nation’s most famous bridge that spans the River Kwai and listen to stories about the notorious history of this Thai landmark. Lunch is included on this memorable tour.

Benefit from traveling with a private guide to two distinctive Thai markets on this full-day tour from Bangkok. Stop first at Damneon Saduak Floating Market and explore the market by motorboat. Next, ride the train into Maeklong Railway Market and watch the vendors quickly move their wares off the tracks as the train arrives. Finish with visits to a coconut farm and salt fields before returning to Bangkok.

Explore the famous bridge across the Kwai River on a group or private full-day tour from Bangkok. Explore Thailand’s wartime history and heritage by visiting two moving cemeteries lined with the gravestones of allied prisoners of war. Learn the tragic stories of the Commonwealth and Dutch soldiers that were captured in Singapore and forced to build a ‘Death Railway’ through the thick jungles of eastern Thailand.

Get an insider's perspective on Bangkok's fantastic cuisine and nightlife during a evening tour with your own private guide. Sip a cocktail at a bar in a luxury hotel, followed by a delicious Thai dinner (your choice of street fare or restaurant cuisine) and a trip to Asiatique, the city’s premier outdoor shopping mall, located on the Chao Praya River. Browse hundreds of small vendors, eateries and perhaps see a live show. Includes hotel pickup, public transportation fees, one cocktail, Thai dinner and private guide.

Explore Kanchanaburi’s harrowing past on 2-day, joint or private guided tour to Hellfire Pass and the Death Railway. Visit the region’s most important World War II sites: walk among the War Cemetery’s allied graves, then learn their stories at the Thailand-Burma Railway Center and the famous bridge across the River Kwai. Board a riverboat for Hellfire Pass, where POWs died in miserable conditions, then return to Thailand’s vivid, thriving present with an evening traditional dance presentation and a visit to a rural Mon tribal village.

Bangkok is a large and sprawling city that can often feel overwhelming for first-time visitors. Orient yourself in Thailand’s capital with ease during a private full-day tour that provides a comprehensive introduction to the city. For an immersive local experience, you’ll take public transport and zip between top attractions such as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) and the Grand Palace without getting lost.

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All tours are totally exclusive, just for you! Fully customizable. Not sure what to do? Don't want to be locked into an itinerary? No worries. Just book your tour guide and pay for tickets and expenses as you go. Total flexibility! I've included a sample full day tour of activities and locations. This is just an example and you are free to add in or delete any activity as you wish. If there is any thing specific you're interested in please feel free to add it in. Bangkok is a huge, sprawling city, and can feel a little overwhelming, here’s were I can help. Exploring Bangkok, as we walk, take a taxis, cruise on ferry boat down the Chao Phraya River, or take the public BTS Skytrain (transportation costs are not included in tour price. Only tour guide Fee). Gain local insight into Thai culture and get recommendations on the best spots to eat, learn about the city’s history, and visit tucked-away places that most tourists miss.