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Step back in time on a private full-day ride from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, Thailand’s UNESCO-listed former capital. Begin at Wat Mahathat, home to the iconic Buddha head entwined in banyan roots. Continue to Wat Phra Si Sanphet, once the royal family’s temple, where three grand chedis dominate the skyline. Explore riverside Wat Chaiwatthanaram, with its Khmer-style prang and sweeping views over the Chao Phraya River. End at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, an active monastery with a towering chedi and rows of Buddha statues that blend past and present. With pickup, drop-off, and flexible timing, this customizable journey offers a seamless blend of history, spirituality, and striking architecture before returning through the scenic countryside to Bangkok.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights, but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.
Itinerary
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1Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit
Famous for the iconic Buddha head entwined in tree roots, this 14th-century monastery once stood at the spiritual center of Ayutthaya. The ruined prangs and crumbling chedis scattered across the site give a vivid impression of the city’s former grandeur, even in decay.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Once part of the royal palace complex, this temple was used exclusively by kings and royal family members. Its three grand chedis, lined in a row, have become a symbol of Ayutthaya and stand as one of the city’s most photogenic historic sites.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Built in Khmer style along the Chao Phraya River, this temple complex features a towering central prang surrounded by smaller spires. Its riverside setting and symmetry make it one of Ayutthaya’s most atmospheric ruins, especially popular for photos at sunset.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Known for its massive chedi that dominates the skyline, this temple remains an active monastery today. Rows of seated Buddha statues in saffron robes line the terraces, creating a serene contrast to the more ruined temples elsewhere in the city.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-2 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 3-4 people: An SUV will be assigned to your group.
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-2 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 3-4 people: An SUV will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Entrance fee to the Wat Mahathat is not included and has to be paid on spot with cash or card. It costs 50 THB per person.
- Entrance fee to the Wat Phra Si Sanphet is not included and has to be paid on spot with cash or card. It costs 20 THB per person.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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