What You Will Do
Over and out to the UNESCO World's Heritage Site of Ayutthaya the Historic City. A complete day packed with the best of Ayutthaya, which will give you an overview of this ancient city plus a scenic cruise along the Ayutthaya Rivers with Thai Lunch. Plus the convenient transport with air-conditioned Van and live-commentary from your friendly private guide.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon
45 minutes
Make merits at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, or the Great Monastery of Auspicious Victory. The temple features a large chedi surrounded by an elegant gallery of smaller Buddha statues. Walk around the temple to see different Buddhas statues located inside including Phra Putta Chaiya Mongkhon.
2
Wat Ratchaburana (Temple of the Royal Restoration)
25 minutes
Wat Ratchaburana was built in the early Ayutthaya period with a Khmer-style pagoda as the main structure. Treasures and artifacts were kept in the vault beneath the temple and were looted as soon as its existence is known to the public. Most items discovered from the vault are now displayed in the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum.
3
Wat Mahathat
40 minutes
Continue to the nearby Wat Mahathat which is famous for the Buddha's head entwined in the roots of Bodhi Tree. Renown as the Monastery of the Great Relic, Wat Mahathat was one of the most temple complexes on Ayutthaya Island being the Royal Temple that serves as the religious center and enshrining the relics of the Buddha. It is also where the supreme patriarch of the city lived.
4
Historic City of Ayutthaya
1 hour
After the long walk, we will board the cruise (not private cruise) for our Thai lunch and ride along the Ayutthaya rivers. Enjoy the scenic view of Ayutthaya Island as you try delicious dishes.
5
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
40 minutes
The last two temples are located near one another. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, the signature temple of Ayutthaya Historical Park featuring the three Bell shape Stupa on the elevated platform. It was a royal temple without any resident monk and considered as the most important temple in Ayutthaya.
6
Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit
20 minutes
Before our return, visit Wihan Mongkhon Bophit. The active temple with huge gilded Buddha statue measuring almost 17 meters high.
7
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
25 minutes
An impressive temple located by the side of Ayutthaya rivers, the Khmer style Wat Chaiwattanaram is a Royal temple that was used by the King and other members of the Royal family.
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