Bangkok: Ayutthaya UNESCO Temples & Chao Phraya River Cruise

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Norwegian and 11 more

Explore Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of Siam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Bangkok. Meet your guide at Swensen’s Bang Lamphu and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Ayutthaya, learning about its history as a key Southeast Asian kingdom. Visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, known for its chedi and Buddha statues, and Wat Mahathat, famous for the Buddha head in tree roots. Continue to Phet Fortress and enjoy a scenic long-tail boat ride along the Chao Phraya River to Wat Chai Wattanaram. Stop for lunch at Phak Wan, a local restaurant, before visiting Wat Chai Wattanaram for a photo stop, admiring its Khmer-inspired architecture. Return to Bangkok by vehicle, enjoying a balanced experience with guided temple visits, historical insights, a river ride, a local lunch, and memorable photos. This tour offers a comfortable and clear route, allowing you to enjoy each stop and return to Bangkok with lasting memories of Ayutthaya’s culture and river views.

What's Included

One way hotel transfer (if selected)
Mandatory insurance
Visit to Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon
Visit Ayutthaya Historical Park and Temples
Audio guide available in 41 languages
Visit to Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Visit to Wat Mahathat
Licensed English-speaking guide
Roundtrip air-conditioned transportation from Bangkok
Scenic boat ride through canals
Food and beverages
Ticket Temple in Ayutthaya (200THB) THB 200.00 per person
Ayothaya floating Market Entrance ( 200 THB) THB 200.00 per person
Earphones

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our team will contact you the day before the activity to confirm pickup time.
Please pay attention to your inbox and provide a phone number with a whatsapp account.

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Meeting point

Meet at Swensen’s Ice Cream Shop, 2 Thanon Tanao, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200, Thailand. Near to Khao San Road Banglampu. You will find our guide holding a Monkey Travel sign to assist with check-in.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bangkok

    Meet your guide at Swensen Bang Lamphu in Bangkok, the starting point of your full-day Ayutthaya experience. You will find our guide holding a Monkey Travel sign to assist with check-in.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol

    Visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkol, a temple known for its large chedi, rows of Buddha statues, and peaceful atmosphere.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Wat Mahathat

    Explore Wat Mahathat, one of Ayutthaya’s most famous temples, known for the iconic Buddha head entwined within tree roots.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Pom Phet (Phet Fortress)

    Visit Phet Fortress before a scenic Chao Phraya long-tail boat ride in Ayutthaya

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Wat Chaiwatthanaram

    Short transfer to the next temple within Ayutthaya Historical Park.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Bangkok

    Relax on the journey back to Bangkok after a full day exploring Ayutthaya.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bangkok traffic is unpredictable—allow extra time to reach the meeting point. The tour departs on time.
  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. Late arrivals cannot join or be refunded or rescheduled.
  • Once the tour has started, joining pathway is not possible.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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