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Overview
Start your day with hotel pickup (if option selected), or make your way to River City Bangkok. Board your vehicle and make the journey north from Bangkok to Ayutthaya Historical Park. The old capital of Thailand (aka the Kingdom of Siam) from 1350 until 1767, Ayutthaya was largely destroyed by the Burmese and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
On arrival, set out on foot with your knowledgeable guide who leads you to notable Ayutthaya temples.
Marvel at the Buddha's head resting in the tree roots overtaking Wat Mahathat and visit other highlights including Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. All admission fees are included.
Complete your excursion with a riverboat lunch cruise on the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. Tuck into a delicious buffet lunch and enjoy views of temples lining the riverbank, such as Wat Arun.
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Tour East Thailand
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Ayutthaya is a great stop for anyone that loves ancient history!
Tina_C, Apr 2025
Ayutthaya is a great stop for anyone that loves ancient history! It was a bit difficult to find the tour as there are multiple tour groups leaving from the River City building, but our guide "Donna" had things under control and let us know exactly what to expect. We even had a little time to grab snacks before the bus left. Our big tour bus only had about a dozen people and Donna was the star, clearly she is a seasoned professional, full of information and jokes, she made sure we had a great day! The stops at Ayutthaya were incredible! I could have spent all day there, but there is just too much to see... Donna knew exactly what to share and was extremely informative. Just the right amount of freetime to explore on our own too. Everything about this part of the tour was exceptional! However, the boat ride back to Bangkok was lackluster... it's decent and there was plenty of food, but just wasn't anything special, the same as any other Mekong river cruise (if you haven't done one before, then maybe this is for you). The end had nice views of Bangkok, but you can also see those from a long tail boat or water taxi in the city. In summary, Ayutthaya and Donna were great, but next time I'd skip the river cruise.
Fun temple sight seeing with lunch!
JOSEPH_A, Apr 2025
So much to see and do! Started with hotel pickup and greeting from our tour guide, Donna. She did an amazing job staying on point with each stop. Went from Bangkok on bus to Ayutthaya to visit the temples. Short stop after at some other temples then markets. Final ride was on a luxurious river boat with lunch included. Adventure took the whole day and was well worth it. Highly recommended if you want a trip outside of Bangkok to see the temples.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! ???? We're delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day exploring Ayutthaya with us and that Donna made the experience smooth and informative throughout. We're pleased to know that you enjoyed the variety of sites, the market visit, and the relaxing river cruise with lunch — a perfect way to end the day! We hope to welcome you again on another adventure beyond Bangkok soon! Warm regards, Tour East Thailand
Great way to see Ayutthaya and return to Bangkok
Taryn_F, Apr 2025
Very nice tour to see Ayutthaya temples and sites. We drove out to site, during the drive our guide, Donna, provided information about the history and area. We had three stops. Donna provided information at each site and then provided some free time. At each stop, the information about restrooms was always shared which was greatly appreciated! After the sites, we then drove to our cruise boat for a 2.5 river cruise back to Bangkok. The buffet lunch was great with several options. Donna provided more information along the river. A really great tour and experience. Donna was fabulous!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the journey through Ayutthaya and the return cruise along the river. It’s great to know that you thought that Donna’s insights, organization, and thoughtful guidance—like pointing out restroom stops—helped make the day smooth and enjoyable. We're especially happy that you found that the river cruise and buffet lunch added to the experience, offering a relaxing and scenic way to return to Bangkok. We'll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to Donna—she’ll be thrilled to hear it! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another memorable adventure soon. Tour East Thailand
Unique experience. Highly recommended.
Saul_C, Apr 2025
Very unique and culturally enhancing. Learned about a culture which was limited to my knowledge. Good decision to visit.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that the Ayutthaya tour provided you with a deeper insight into Thai culture and history. It's always rewarding to know that our tours can offer enriching and eye-opening experiences. We're glad you made the decision to join us and truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another cultural adventure in the future! Warm regards, Tour East Thailand Team
Itinerary
Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat, “the temple of the Great Relic” was one of the most important temples in the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Located on the historical island the large monastery features a huge central prang, a very large principal viharn and ubosot and a great number of subsidiary chedis and viharns. The upper part of its once massive central prang has collapsed. Today only the base remains.
30 minutesAdmission IncludedWat Phra Sri Sanphet
Wat Phra Si Sanphet, also known as the "Temple of the Holy, Splendid Omniscient" was the holiest temple in Ayutthaya during the Ayutthaya period and until the city was destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. It was the grandest and most beautiful temple in the capital and it served as a model for Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedWihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
Housing a large bronze seated Buddha image of 12.45 meters high (Phra Mongkhon Bophit), it was originally enshrined outside the Grand Palace to the east. It could be dated to the 15th and has a long history prior to being enshrined and to being covered nowadays with a Mondop. To know more, please ask our guide who will be delighted to provide you with further explanations.
20 minutesAdmission IncludedTemple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam)
Wat Lokayasutharam is situated at Pratoochai District, behind the Ancient Palace and the Pratoochai Primary School, in the area 0f Wat Worapoh (Wat Rakhang) and Wat Worachettharam.
Wat Lokayasutharam is 800 meters from Wat Phra Mongkon Bophit. Wat Worachettharam and Wat Worapoh are also closeby. Nevertheless, we had quite some difficulty finding Wat Lokayasutharam, likely our otherwise good Ayutthaya map, was a bit off the mark.
10 minutesAdmission IncludedChao Phraya River
Cruise and Lunch on the Chao Phraya River by Cruise Boat
Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Pass by boat
The Grand Palace
Pass by Boat
ICONSIAM
A new shopping complex located on the banks of Chao Phraya River.
Location
Address
23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Khwaeng Talat Noi, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop off (applies for the option "With Hotel Pick Up" only)
- Return riverboat trip
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Admission Fees to all the temples & palace
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Thai & International Lunch Buffet on board
Exclusions
- Carbonated beverages
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- When visiting temples visitors should ensure they are suitably dressed. Long pants which go down to the ankle, not tight and not torn - Tops with sleeves and must not be see-through should be worn. If the dress code is not applied then upon the day of the activity it may be possible to rent on spot at your cost. Our guide will help you
- You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
- Tour East Thailand will contact you at your hotel the evening prior to your tour/transfer service to advise the exact pick-up time and location.
- There is no health restrictions for this tour
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.