Historical City of Ayutthaya - Unesco Full Day Tour From Bangkok
Step back in time and discover the fascinating world of Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. This full-day tour takes you on a journey through the heart of Thailand’s rich history, as you explore majestic temple ruins, centuries-old Buddha statues, and the remains of a once-thriving kingdom. Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you’ll visit some of the most iconic and photogenic sites within the Ayutthaya Historical Park, while learning about the city’s rise, golden age, and eventual fall.
Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya quickly grew into one of the most powerful and cosmopolitan cities in the world. Merchants from Europe, Persia, China, and Japan all passed through its vibrant streets, and its golden-roofed temples and palaces once rivalled the finest in Asia. This immersive day trip offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and stunning architecture; a must for anyone curious about Thailand’s royal past.
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Private Tour
Private tour: Pick up/drop off within Bangkok area
Pickup included
What's included in Historical City of Ayutthaya - Unesco Full Day Tour From Bangkok
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Bang Pa In Palace
Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, also known as the Summer Palace, is a palace complex formerly used by the Thai kings. A number of impressive buildings can be found in the palace complex, built in very different architectural styles, some in classical Thai, some Chinese and some European design.
Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon was founded in the second half of the 14th century during the reign of King U Thong, first ruler of Ayutthaya. Highlight of the monastery is its very large imposing prang dominating the area. century. During the Burmese invasion of 1767 the temple was largely destroyed.
Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat, also known as the Monastery of the Great Relic, is believed to have been built around the 14th century and was once residence to the Supreme Patriarch leader of the Thai Buddhist monks. The most popular tourist attraction of Wat Mahathat is a tree whose roots have grown around the head of the Buddha statue.
Inclusions
- 1 bottle of drinking water per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities for driver & tour guide (not mandatory)
- Soda/Pop
- Bang Pa-In Summer Palace
- Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon
- Wat Mahathat
- Wat Phra Si Sanphet
- Wat Chaiwatthanaram
- 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
- There is a strict dress code to enter Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Shoulders and ankles need to be covered. No sleeveless shirts, shorts, ripped jeans, tight trousers, leggings, slippers, sandals, or revealing tops, otherwise you won't be allowed in.
- Maximum number of participants per group is 10 people.
- We only pick up from hotels in a few selected areas in Bangkok: Khao San Road and Siam Square. If you do not stay in a hotel in one of these areas, the meeting point is our office in Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. IMPORTANT: The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure time/meeting time depends on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your message the day before.
- Bangkok’s traffic is notorious and often extremely congested. As our tours operate on a group basis, we kindly ask everyone to be on time. We can only wait for a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After the 10 minutes grace period, the guide will start with the tour. If you’re unable to make it on time, please inform us before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day or time slot. Please note that a rescheduling fee will apply.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We only pick up from hotels in a few selected areas in Bangkok: Khao San Road and Siam Square. IMPORTANT: IF YOU ARE NOT AN ACTUAL GUEST IN ONE OF THE HOTELS IN OUR PICK UP AREA, YOU HAVE TO COME TO OUR OFFICE IN CHAO KHAMROP ROAD, CHINATOWN (5 minutes walking from metro station Wat Mangkon). IMPORTANT: The exact meeting/departure time will be informed in a private message via the booking platform the day before before the tour. Departure/meeting time depends on the number of participants on your travel date. Please carefully check your message the day before the tour.
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is at our office in Chao Khamrop Road, opposite the ‘Tai Hong Kong Shrine’ and Phlapphla Chai 2 Police Station (for taxi: สถานีตำรวจนครบาลพลับพลาไชย).
