Thailand's Ayutthaya Temples and River Cruise from Bangkok
- Location:Bangkok, Thailand
- Duration:9 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3685BKK26C
Visit the Ayutthaya temples on a cultural day trip from Bangkok, it's a highlight of any Thailand visit. The tour to the ancient capital of Siam includes a trip by riverboat, a must-do activity when you're in Bangkok, with close-up views of the temples and historic sites that line the Chao Phraya River.
Highlights
- Day trip from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, former capital of Siam
- Spectacular ruins and intact temples
- Wat Chai Mongkol's Reclining Buddha statue
- Riverboat cruise along the Chao Phraya River, either to or from Ayutthaya
- See Wat Mahathat and Buddha's head entwined in tree roots
- English-speaking licensed guide
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Pickup and drop-off from central Bangkok hotels
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The Unesco World Heritage site of Ayutthaya is 53 miles (85 kilometers) north of Bangkok. Ayutthaya was a thriving Siamese kingdom from 1350 until 1767, when it was captured by the Burmese. Today, Ayutthaya is know for its spectacular ruins and temples. Many of its temples are still intact, such as Wat Phra Sanphet, Wat Mongkhon Bophit, Wat Panangcherng and Wat Chai Mongkol, known for its large bronze statue of the Reclining Buddha.
You will also see the summer palace of King Rama IV with its mixture of Thai, Chinese and Gothic architecture. The palace is a well-preserved 'museum', providing a glimpse into a time when Thailand was known as Siam.
On your full-day guided excursion from Bangkok you have a choice of visiting Thailand's former ancient capital by boat and returning to Bangkok by van, or vice-versa. During the boat cruise to or from Ayutthaya you will see temples such as Wat Arun lining the Chao Phraya River.
Schedule Details
Thailand's Ayutthaya Temples and River Cruise from Bangkok
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Tour departs from Bangkok city hotels 30 - 60 minutes prior to the following departure time
Departure Time:7:30am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Duration:9 hours (approx.)
Return details:Tour returns to original departure point at approximately 5:00pm
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Additional Information
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Lunch
- Entrance fees to the temples
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- One-way riverboat trip
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- When visiting temples visitors should ensure they are suitably dressed. No short pants or sleeveless tops, as a general rule knees and shoulders should be covered
- You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
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