Thai Buddhist Art History Trip to Ayutthaya

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This program offers a rare glimpse into Thailand’s Buddhist art history, focusing on the exquisite late Ayutthaya era. Explore the serene royal ruins of Prasat Nakhon Luang and the unique Gothic-Thai fusion at Wat Niwet. Admire the rare, intricate mural paintings at Wat Mai Prachumphon and the stunning traditional gilded lacquer art.

A perfect journey for lovers of culture and spiritual artistry, topped off with lunch at a Michelin Guide restaurant.

What's Included

Private transportation
Complimentary water
Entrance fee
Travelling insurance
Air-conditioned vehicle
Thai Set Menu at a Michelin Guide-Recommended Local Restaurant
Gratuities

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 via WhatsApp before the tour to confirm your hotel location or the designated meeting point at Terminal 21 Asoke. On the day of the tour, our guide will meet you at the hotel lobby. Look for a guide wearing a white T-shirt with the Hari Tour logo.

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Meeting point
Terminal 21 Asok

Our team will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour to confirm your hotel location or the designated meeting point at Terminal 21 Asoke. On the day of the tour, our guide will meet you at the hotel lobby. Look for a guide wearing a white T-shirt with the Hari Tour logo.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Wat Na Phra Men

    Wat Na Phra Men The last royal temple of the late Ayutthaya era that miraculously survived the Burmese invasion. Unlike many others, it was not destroyed during the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767. The temple features a rare crowned Buddha image in royal attire and retains much of its original architecture, offering a powerful glimpse into the city’s final days of glory.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Wat Niwet Thammaprawat

    A unique blend of Thai Buddhism and European Gothic architecture, this riverside temple near Bang Pa-In Palace features stained glass windows, pointed arches, and a church-like façade—yet inside, it enshrines a golden Buddha. It’s one of Thailand’s most striking examples of East-meets-West design.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Wat Phra Khao Temple

    A hidden gem of refined artistry, Wat Phra Khao showcases lai rod nam—an intricate gold-on-black lacquer technique that reflects the delicate craftsmanship of the late Ayutthaya era. The temple also enshrines the preserved body of a revered monk, making it a rare blend of sacred beauty and spiritual legacy.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Prasat Nakhon Luang

    An ancient sanctuary blending Khmer Bayon-style architecture with Buddhist cosmology. Designed to symbolize Mount Meru—the center of the universe in Buddhist and Hindu beliefs—this hilltop temple reflects both spiritual significance and the artistic influence of the Khmer empire during the Ayutthaya period.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Wat Mai Prachumphon

    This serene temple complex showcases exquisite late Ayutthaya-era mural paintings and the finely adorned Phra Chao Song Tham Buddha image in royal attire—both reflecting the refined artistry (ประณีตศิลป์) of the period. Nearby, the Chedi Yom Mum Mai Sip Song stands out with its twelve-indented corners and a unique blend of Thai stupa design and Western architectural elements, including arched doorways and vaulted ceilings—a rare fusion of sacred Thai craftsmanship and European influence.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hari Tour

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Cancellation Policy

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

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