Amazing Ayutthaya Day Trip from Bangkok
Overview
About
Be awestruck by the stunning temples and ruins of Ayutthaya, a city that has been shrouded in mystery for centuries.
What you'll do
We'll take care of the logistics, including hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Bangkok hotel.
Your guide will provide valuable insights into the history of the city, making your tour even more enriching.
The tour package includes admission fees and lunch, so you can focus on enjoying your experience.
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- English speaking guide
- Entries admission
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Historic City of Ayutthaya
- Entry/Admission - Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
- Entry/Admission - Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
- Entry/Admission - Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
- Entry/Admission - Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam)
- Entry/Admission - Wat Mahathat
What is not included?
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Itinerary
Bangkok Full-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Amazing Ayutthaya Day Trip from Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. This full-day tours experience includes 7 stops over 1 day. Duration: 9 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
Here is the starting point
Historic City of Ayutthaya
This once excellent capital city, masterminded 80 km from Ayutthaya was squashed by the Burmese outfitted power in 1767 and is at present an UNESCO world heritage site. A broad number of palaces, temples and chedis are yet standing. In 1782 Ayutthaya transformed into the capital of Thailand. The main sights fuse the huge bronze statues of Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit, moreover Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon.
Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
It's 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. The Buddha image is seated in the position of Subduing Mara. During the second 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. The open area located east of the Vihara was formerly Sanam Luang, where royal cremation ceremonies took place.
Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
One of the most important temples in Ayutthaya, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon has a long and illustrious history. And unlike many of the other ancient sites in Ayutthaya, this is still an active temple where monks reside. Thai people visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon to not only pay respects to Buddha, but also to pay homage to one of the most respected kings in Thai history, King Naresuan the Great.
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is situated on the city island in Ayutthaya’s World Heritage park in Pratu Chai Sub-district. It has been registered as a national historic site by the Fine Arts Department since 5 March 1935. This monastery was the most important temple of Ayutthaya and situated within the Grand Palace grounds. It served as a model for the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok.
Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam)
Wat Lokaya Sutha, “the temple of the Earth” is located near the North West tip of the historical island near the old Royal Palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Highlight of the monastery is its 42 meter long Reclining Buddha image, usually draped in orange cloth. Apart from the central prang which is in fairly good condition, little more than the base of the main buildings remains today.
Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat (Temple of the Great Relics) is located almost right in the center of Ayutthaya. Apart from being the symbolic center where the Buddha's relics were enshrined, Wat Mahathat was also the residence of the Supreme Patriarch or leader of the Thai Buddhist monks. The temple is believed to be built during the 14th century A.D. (the early Ayutthaya period).
Bang Pa-in
Bang Pa-in Palace is ancient palace back to Ayutthaya era. This palace was built by King Prasart Thong and then it was rebuilt by King Mongkut after it’s abandoned for long time. 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. Following a pleasant day you arrive back in Bangkok at 05:00 pm.
This concludes the tour.
