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Ancient City Ayutthaya Private Guided Day Tour

Highlights

  • Bang Pa-In Summer Palace visit
  • Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Si Sanphet
  • Viharn Phra Mongkhon Bophit
  • English-speaking guide and driver
  • Entrance tickets included

This private day tour covers Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand’s former capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an English-speaking guide. The first stop is Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, a 17th-century royal retreat beside the Chao Phraya River surrounded by ornamental ponds and waterways. The next stop will be at Ayutthaya Historical Park. Learn the rich history of temples of Ayutthaya “Wat Chaiwattanaram, Wat Phra Mahathat, some other ancient Temples such as Wat Phra sri sanphet, Viharn Pra Mongkolborpit is also included in this tour. Tour duration is flexible from 8 to 9 hours depends on your hotel location and traffic condition at Bangkok.

Itinerary

1

Bang Pa-In Palace is ancient palace back to Ayutthaya era. The Royal Palace at Bang Pa-In has a history dating back to the 17 th century. The palace is divide into 2 zone one is inner zone that for royal family to use as a resting place the other zone is outer zone that open for normal people and tourist. The architecture and art style of this palace is truly a masterpiece there are carving art on every wall the main chamber floor is Jay tile with art paint on each tile also surrounding area decorate by Chinese furniture and decoration.

2

It 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 located in the area of the Ayutthaya Historical Park. where important royal ceremonies of the Ayutthaya era were held.

3

The Historic City of Ayutthaya, founded in 1350. The city was attacked and razed by the Burmese army in 1767 who burned the city to the ground and forced the inhabitants to abandon the city. The city was never rebuilt in the same location and remains known today as an extensive archaeological site. Ayutthaya is now an archaeological ruin, characterized by the remains of tall prang (reliquary towers) and Buddhist monasteries of monumental proportions, which give an idea of the city’s past size and the splendor of its architecture.

4

Built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong to honor his mother, Wat Chai Wattanaram was conceived as a replica of the Angkor temple. The architectural style influenced by Angkor temple in Cambodia-its unique feature is a large, central prang (Khmer-style pagoda) surrounded by smaller prangs.

5

Phra Mongkhon Bophit is one of the largest bronze Buddha images in Thailand with its measures of (approx) 9.5 meters across the lap and a height of 12.5 meters (without the pedestal). The Buddha image is seated in the position of Subduing Mara. Wat Mongkhon Bophit is an 'active' temple compound, and throughout the day many people visit and worship the Buddha image.

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The Temple is not only a significant historical site, but also considered as the spiritual centre of Thais for a long time. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is the royal monastery and therefore no monk is allowed to reside. At the heart of the temple, there are three adjacent Ceylonese (or bell-shaped) pagodas situated on rectangular platforms. It is believed that these platforms were the base of royal houses in the Ayutthaya period.

Included

  • All tax and services charges.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English speaking tour guide.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Entrance Tickets

Not Included

  • Bugy / Tram @ Summer palace
  • Food and drinks.
  • Personal Expense.
  • Gratuities

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Good to know

Cancellation

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which sites does the tour cover?
Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, Wat Phra Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, and Viharn Phra Mongkhon Bophit — all within Ayutthaya Historical Park.
Is lunch included?
No — food and drinks are excluded, along with the buggy or tram at the Summer Palace and gratuities. Entrance tickets, an English-speaking guide, an air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup are included.
How long is the day?
Flexible from 8 to 9 hours, depending on your hotel location and Bangkok traffic.
What's the group size?
Up to 12 people on a private vehicle, so it suits families or small groups wanting their own guide for the day.

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