Bangkok: Ayutthaya UNESCO Temples Private Day Tour


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Explore Ayutthaya’s UNESCO-listed temples on a private day trip from Bangkok. Visit Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the iconic Buddha head entwined in tree roots at Wat Mahathat
  • Explore the royal temple of Wat Phra Si Sanphet with its grand chedis
  • Discover the riverside beauty of Wat Chaiwatthanaram in Khmer style
  • Visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, an active monastery with a massive chedi
  • Enjoy a private, customizable tour with a professional driver/guide

Description

Begin your adventure at Wat Mahathat, where the famous Buddha head cradled in banyan roots has become one of Thailand’s most recognized images. Scattered ruins of prangs and chedis across the grounds hint at Ayutthaya’s former role as a spiritual hub. Next, walk the grounds of Wat Phra Si Sanphet, once the royal family’s temple. Its three massive chedis rise dramatically against the sky, making it one of the most impressive and symbolic monuments in the ancient city. Continue to Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a riverside temple built in striking Khmer style. With its towering prang and elegant symmetry, this complex is both a historical treasure and a perfect vantage point for photos overlooking the Chao Phraya River. End your exploration at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, still active with monks today. The immense central chedi and long rows of robed Buddha statues lend a sense of serenity and continuity between past and present. After exploring Ayutthaya’s highlights, your driver/guide will bring you comfortably back to Bangkok, passing through the countryside that once connected these two historic capitals.

Includes

Fuel and Tolls All taxes, fees and handling charges Hotel pickup and drop-off Personal English-Speaking professional driver/guide Free Wi-Fi on-board Water

Important Information

  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own. For 1-2 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group. For 3-4 people: A spacious SUV will be assigned to your group. For 5-8 people: A private minivan will be assigned to your group. Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

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