Ayutthaya Temples Tour from Bangkok with Grand Pearl River Cruise

4.4
(80 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the rich history, fascinating architecture, and iconic buildings of Ayutthaya, an ancient royal capital. Visit the former royal residence at Bang Pa-In Palace, marvel at the Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet temples, and cruise the waters of Chao Phraya River while enjoying a delicious lunch.
- Full day exploring UNESCO-listed former capital of Ayutthaya
- Ancient Buddha statue encased in a tree at Wat Mahathat
- Former Thai royal summer residence at Bang Pa-In Palace
- Visit to the historic ancient temple of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
- Delicious buffet lunch on a river cruise along Chao Phraya River

What's Included

Professional english speaking tour guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Come back by cruise from Ayutthaya
Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Free of charge Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (3 KM radius area) with namely Sukhumvit Soi (Lane) -1 to 33, Sukhumvit area Soi 1 to 33 (odd) and Soi 2 to 24 (even), Pratunam, Silom, Langsuan, Wireless Road, Sathorn, Surawongse, Siam, MBK, Yawarat (China Town), Khao San Road (Excluded City Tour) can pick up only in our meeting Royal Rattanakosin Hotel You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower 63 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity

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Meeting point

You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower 63 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    After hotel pickup, your vehicle makes the journey north from Bangkok to Ayutthaya Historical Park, located 53 miles (85 km) away. 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 full of intact temples, monasteries, palace ruins and beheaded Buddhist statues. 06:00 – 07:15 hrs. Pick up from hotel and transfer to the river city shopping complex, Siphraya, next to Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel. Morning By bus: 08:00 hrs. Departure from Bangkok by Grand Pearl luxury air–conditioned coach with English speaking guide.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    09:30 hrs. Arrival at Ayutthaya, a World Heritage City and historic capital of Thailand in the period of 1350-1767 A.D. The most interesting historical sites in the country, to visit a few famous Buddhist Temples.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit Wat Mahatad, the royal monastery, served as the residence of supreme monk

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Wat Phrasrisanphet, the largest and most important temple. Its was used as a residential palace

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Wihan Phramongkhon Bophit, the large bronze Buddha image was originally enshrined in the open area outside the grand palace and later covered by a building called Wihan.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    This temple has the largest reclining Buddha image in the island of Ayutthaya. Enshrined in an outdoor brick building with a length of 42 meters and 8 meters high. The head turns north. His face turned to the west. Phrabath turned south.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Afternoon By cruise: 13:15 hrs. Welcome aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner at Wat Chong-lom Pier (Nonthaburi). Sumptuous buffet lunch with a choice of a variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served, while you may relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi, past Koh Kred, The monn community before reaching Bangkok city.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    15:00 hrs. Coffee will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sights along the River banks such as the colorful Royal Barges House, Thammasart University, Siriraj hospital, The Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn, with its magnificent 79 M. spire, Wat Kallayanamitr, one of the most renowed temples.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Royal Barges National Museum

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Thammasart University

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Siriraj hospital

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    cruise passing by the beautiful Grand Palace

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    cruise passing by The Graceful Temple of Dawn

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    16:00 hrs. Arrival and disembark at the River City Shopping Complex Pier. Transfer back to hotel by air-conditioned van. Child Policy : Child over than 120 cm we will charge as adult rate Child 4-10 years old

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We are SHA Plus certified. ​ A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
  • Please note: Sleeveless shirt, short top, see-through, short pants, tight pants and mini skirt are not allowed to enter Grand Palace & all Temples in Thailand.
Supplied by Sunleisure World

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