Ayutthaya UNESCO Temples Tour with Pickup in Ayutthaya

Highlights

• Discover the ancient capital of Ayutthaya on a guided tour with hotel pickup
• Explore the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace and its lush royal gardens
• See the famous Buddha head entwined in banyan tree roots at Wat Mahathat
• Marvel at the Khmer-style towers of Wat Chaiwatthanaram and its prangs
• Visit Wat Phra Si Sanphet, the official royal temple of the Ayutthaya Kingdom

Description

Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Ayutthaya. Meet your guide and head to the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, where you can explore the lush royal gardens and impressive pavilions featuring Thai, Chinese, and European architectural designs.

Next, visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, founded in the second half of the 14th century during the reign of King U Thong, the first ruler of Ayutthaya. Climb the steps of the grand victory chedi, walk through the courtyard lined with hundreds of Buddha statues, and view the large reclining Buddha.

Continue to Wat Mahathat, one of Ayutthaya's oldest and most famous temples. See the world-famous sandstone Buddha head encased naturally within the roots of a giant banyan tree.

Next, head to Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit, situated on the south of Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Its large bronze seated Buddha image or Phra Mongkhon Bophit is one of the largest bronze Buddha images in Thailand with its measures of 9.5 meters across the lap and a height of 12.5 meters.

During the fall of Ayutthaya, the building and the image were badly destroyed by fire. The present Vihara and Buddha image have been reconstructed and renovated in the reign of King Rama V.

Continue to Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, the official royal temple. The distinctive pagodas of Wat Phra Si Sanphet are one of the most famous sights in Ayutthaya.

Finally, visit Wat Chaiwatthanaram, built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong during the later period of Ayutthaya. The main prang is surrounded by many lesser prangs and towers in eight directions. With its Khmer-style buildings, Wat Chaiwatthanaram is one of the most impressive ancient temples in Ayutthaya.

Conclude your tour and relax as your driver transfers you back to your hotel in Ayutthaya.

Includes

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English-Speaking Guide
• Bottle of drinking water
• Hotel Pick-up
• Entrance fees included only if option selected

Excludes

• Lunch

Important Information

• Entrance fees are included only if the option is selected
• Lunch is not included
• Strict Temple Dress Code: Shoulders and knees MUST be covered (no sleeveless tops, short skirts, or ripped jeans).

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund