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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Private Full-Day UNESCO Trip

1. From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Private Full-Day UNESCO Trip

Choose to meet your guide at the meeting point or take advantage of hotel transfer services from your accommodation in Bangkok. Drive towards the Ancient city of Ayutthaya, the former capital of Thailand. Make your first stop at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet which was for a long time considered to be the spiritual center of Thailand. Situated within the royal palace grounds, the temple is the royal monastery and is a model of the royal temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok. Then, head to Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya which is one of the oldest and most significant temples in the history of Ayutthaya as it housed the Buddha's holy relic. The temple is most famous for the Buddha head situated in a Bodhi tree root. Next, stop at Wat Ratchaburana which houses a large number of Buddha images and gold artifacts. Enjoy lunch that will be served at Krungsri River Hotel. In the afternoon, continue on to the Chao Samphraya National Museum. Admire the most important objects here including the Buddha relics found inside the crypt of Wat Mahathat and other golden treasures like the golden sword, the golden headgear (hat), the miniature royal regalia, golden sculptures, and more. Then, visit Wat Lokaya Sutharam to see the 42-meter-long reclining white Buddha. Last but not least, finish the trip at Wat Chaiwattanaram which rests on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. Learn about how the temple was ordered to built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong to honor his mother featuring the architectural style influenced by the Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia. Arrive back in Bangkok at around 5 PM.

Ayutthaya UNESCO , World Heritage private tour

2. Ayutthaya UNESCO , World Heritage private tour

Head north from Bangkok on this private full-day trip to Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visit ฺBang Pa in Summer palace (Long pants & Long sleeve are required) you will see many buildings, Beautiful yards in side Palace area and listen to the stories of many kings who spend time here. Visit Wat Phrasrisanphet and the former palace, the prototype for the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Take a walk to Wihan Mongkon Borpit to see the seated Buddha statue. Continue on to Wat Mahathat and Wat Ratchaburana and hear the story of the battle fought from the backs of elephants. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Or you could visit one of the temples which is highlighted called Wat Pra ngam. Spend some time at Wat Chaiwattanaram, the stunning temple on the river, before returning to Bangkok.

Ayutthaya Evening Tuk Tuk Temples Tour From Bangkok

3. Ayutthaya Evening Tuk Tuk Temples Tour From Bangkok

On this tuk tuk tour, experience the city at night to see the lit up temples of Ayutthaya. The first stop is just in time for dinner as you will get to experience the local night market and explore different Thai dishes! Afterwards, start your journey to the 3 significant temples of Ayutthaya. The first temple on the itinerary is Wat Phra Si Sanphet, which was the holiest temple on the site of the old Royal Palace in Thailand's ancient capital of Ayutthaya until the city was completely destroyed by the Burmese in 1767. It was the grandest and most beautiful temple in the capital and it served as a model for Wat Phra Kaeo in Bangkok. Then, visit Wat Ratchaburana, which was founded in 1424 by King Borommarachathirat II of the Ayutthaya Kingdom and built on the cremation site of his two elder brothers. The two brothers had fought to their deaths in a duel for the royal succession to their father Intha Racha. In 1957, the temple's crypt was looted of a large number of Buddha images and gold artifacts. The thieves were later caught, but few of the treasures were recovered. Enjoy the last stop at Wat Chaiwatthanaram, which is a Buddhist temple in the city of Ayutthaya Historical Park located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, outside Ayutthaya island. It is one of Ayutthaya's best-known temples and a major tourist attraction. The tour will end with a transfer back to your hotel in Bangkok with a unique memory from your time in Thailand. 

Ayutthaya: 3-Hour Sunset Ride Bike Excursion

4. Ayutthaya: 3-Hour Sunset Ride Bike Excursion

During this Ayutthaya Sunset Ride, explore the former capital of Thailand and UNESCO World Heritage Site by night. After sunset, the ruins and temples in the ancient capital are beautifully illuminated by spotlights from the ground contrasting with the pitch black sky. With explanations from your guide, imagine how beautiful Ayutthaya’s temples were and how powerful the Thai kings of Ayutthaya were before its destruction by the Burmese army in 1767. As soon as you have selected a bicycle, ride to the pier where you will board a ferry to cross the Pa Sak River. Once you arrived on the other side, cycle through Chao Phrom Market, the most famous local market in Ayutthaya. Then cycle along Chankasem Palace, nowadays a national museum, the old prison and Hua Ro Market before you arrive at Bang Ian Night Market. Park your bicycles and walk through this busy night market with many vendors selling clothes and, of course, food. Have appetizers here and get a glimpse of the local nightlife. Once the sun has set, cross the road to Wat Mahathat, one of the most famous temple complexes in Ayutthaya Historical Park. Wat Mahathat, a royal monastery, once served as the seat of the Sangaraja, the head of the Buddhist monks. Continue your spectacular evening bike ride and pass the illuminated Wat Ratchaburana and Wat Phra Ram. Of course, you can stop to make some pictures. The next impressive temple will be Wat Phra Si Sanphet built in several phases during the 15th and 16th-centuries. It was located inside the compound of the Grand Palace and served as a royal chapel. After the Burmese conquered Ayutthaya, the temple was sacked and mostly destroyed; all that remained were the three chedis which contain the ashes of three Ayutthaya kings. For dinner, you will stop at a local restaurant where your guide will order some delicious Thai dishes. After dinner, continue exploring Ayutthaya and cycle over the bridge to cross the Chao Phraya River where you will be able to see the illuminated ruins of the magnificent Wat Chaiwattanaram in the distance. A couple of minutes later, you will be standing in front of this stunning temple complex, wonderfully lit up at night. Wat Chaiwattanaram was built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong to honor his mother, featuring the architectural style influenced by the Angkor temple in Cambodia. The moon, shining brightly high up in the dark sky, makes this amazing temple look even more magical. Before returning to the office, make a last stop at Wat Lokayasutharam to take a picture of the huge reclining Buddha, the largest in Ayutthaya. While cycling back, you pass the enlightened Ayutthaya City Pillar or Lak Muang. People visit the city pillar to make offerings and pray for good fortune, pregnancy and other favors. Arrive at the office again where this amazing Ayutthaya sunset bicycle adventure ends.

Bangkok: Private Trip to Ayutthaya Temples & Night Market

5. Bangkok: Private Trip to Ayutthaya Temples & Night Market

Your tour will begin when you meet your guide at 12 PM at one of the pickup points. You’ll start by visiting Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya, one of Thailand’s most visited temples. Along the way to Ayutthaya, the first temple you’ll visit has one of Ayutthaya’s most mysterious backstories, which you’ll hear all about from your guide as you witness a Buddha head engulfed by the roots of a Bodhi tree. Next, you’ll explore Wat Ratchaburana, one of the country’s best-preserved temples built in the 15th century, where you’ll discover the main prang, royal viharn, and the temple crypt. After this, you’ll delve into the country’s history with a visit to Chao Sam Phraya Museum, where you’ll have the chance to explore a wide variety of golden artifacts, Buddha images, wooden door panels, and other treasures. Your day will end watching a spectacular sunset back at Wat Chaiwatthanaram temple before riding a long-tail boat to see the sights of the island city and to witness the locals’ lifestyles in action. If you’re lucky, you may even see an elephant or two along the way. Finally, your last stop on this eventful tour will be at a local night market, where you’ll have ample time to explore and soak up the atmosphere. You’ll finish by returning to Bangkok at around 8:00 PM. Optional, if you select a private quick tour starting from 3 p.m.-8 p.m. we will bring you to riding a long-tail boat to see the sights of the island city and to withness the locals' lifestyles in action. If you're lucky, you may even see an elephant bath closely. Finally, your last stop on this option tour will be at a local night market and then will returning to Bangkok at 8 PM.

Bangkok: Walking Tour and Hop On Hop Off Bus

6. Bangkok: Walking Tour and Hop On Hop Off Bus

Hop on an Elephant Bus tour and explore comfortably the main attractions of Bangkok! With the 15 bus stops you can easily access the popular tourist spots and visit them from a double-decker bus that offers fantastic views and engaging commentary in seven languages. With a validity of 24 hours, your ticket provides you with abundant time to explore all the major attractions along the route, such as Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Mahanakhon Skywalk, and many others! On our guided walking tours of Bangkok, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the city's rich history, vibrant colors, and captivating scents. Discover the renowned cultural, political, and religious landmarks, as well as the trendy neighborhoods and hidden gems. If you're unable to join our tours on the same day, no need to worry! Your ticket remains valid for three days from the first use. Enrich your visit with our complimentary Vox City app (included with your ticket) to explore more of Bangkok and its incredible history, through carefully curated self-guided walking tours of the main districts.

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What people are saying about Wat Ratchaburana

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 387 reviews

Really loved this tour. We were picked up on time from the hotel at 7:30am and we returned at 15:30. It took about 1hr20 and was a pleasant easy drive. Our guide, Sam, was very knowledgeable and took us to all the best places. Lunch was delicious. It was very hot and sticky, so the ice cold refresher towels provided half way through were wonderful. We found it useful to take an umbrella along. Each of the temples have similar layouts, but each one had something different to see. We enjoyed learning about the history of Thailand and this tour made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend this tour! It was fantastic.

Our driver Mr.Boeing and our driver MrSakka made sure that we had a memorable trip to Ayutthaya. They reached the hotel lobby dot on time and drove us safely to Ayutthaya. Right from the start they showed genuine interest in helping us with anything we might need often going above and beyond. They patiently answered our queries, explained tje detailed history of all the sites. The lunch arranged was very tasty !They looked after us very well during th trip. Thank you to their hard work - we had a memorable stay in Bangkok

The trip was great, Boeing was very professional and offered great insights into each sights, the extra history lessons was helpful for me. I particularly enjoyed the jokes he gave (not sure if they were accidental), not always political correct but very very funny. The driver Mr Wing(?), was also very helpful, offered ice towels and water along the way as it was a particularly hot day. Overall, I think the trip was worth it.

Amazing day, well worth the price! Boeing was an informative and animated guide, natural born storyteller who brought history to life. Sam was a friendly and safe driver. We didn’t get to the museum but every other experience was remarkable and we managed to avoid crowds by altering the order of events, smart move! A personalised and very special experience. Highly recommended.

The drive to Ayutthaya was in a salon car which is very comfortable. Mickey, our guide was very energetic and share lots of stories on Ayutthaya. He took good care of our needs very well, especially our special diet and our schedule. He surprised us with a huge pack of candy crepe which was SO delicious!