Small Group Ayutthaya UNESCO Temples Full-Day Tour by Alphard

- Experience Thailand’s ancient capital in ultimate luxury without paying private tour prices. This exclusive small-group join-in tour offers a high-end, comfortable travel experience aboard a luxury Toyota Alphard minivan featuring plush leather captain seats, generous legroom, and a smooth, quiet ride. - Meet your guide at a conveniently located central Bangkok meeting point and set off to explore Ayutthaya’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed treasures. Visit iconic historic landmarks, including the famous Buddha head entwined in banyan tree roots at Wat Mahathat, the grand royal stupas of Wat Phra Si Sanphet, and the striking riverside architecture of Wat Chaiwatthanaram. - Enjoy an all-inclusive, hassle-free day with all temple admission tickets fully covered and a delicious authentic Thai buffet lunch included. Travel in a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere with personalized attention from your professional English-speaking guide from start to finish.

1. 1

   Bang Pa In Palace

   1 hour

   Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, also known as the Summer Palace, is a palace complex formerly used by the Thai kings. A number of impressive buildings can be found in the palace complex, built in very different architectural styles, some in classical Thai, some Chinese and some European design.

2. 2

   Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol

   45 min

   Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon was founded in the second half of the 14th century during the reign of King U Thong, first ruler of Ayutthaya. Highlight of the monastery is its very large imposing prang dominating the area. century. During the Burmese invasion of 1767 the temple was largely destroyed.

3. 3

   Wat Mahathat

   45 min

   Wat Mahathat, also known as the Monastery of the Great Relic, is believed to have been built around the 14th century and was once residence to the Supreme Patriarch leader of the Thai Buddhist monks. The most popular tourist attraction of Wat Mahathat is a tree whose roots have grown around the head of the Buddha statue.

4. 4

   Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit

   20 min

   This famous temple is 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.

5. 5

   Wat Phra Sri Sanphet

   45 min

   Used mainly for ceremonies that served to authenticate the king’s spiritual and moral authority, Wat Phra Si Sanphet was the official royal temple. No monks lived here and only people within the royal circle were allowed to enter. Destroying Wat Phra Si Sanphet and the Royal Palace was a priority of the invading Burmese. They melted down 160 kilos of gold from the Phra Buddha Chai Sri Sanphet image and set fire to everything else. The distinctive pagodas of Wat Phra Si Sanphet are one of the most famous sights in Ayutthaya.

6. 6

   Wat Chaiwatthanaram

   45 min

   Wat Chaiwatthanaram was built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong during the later period of Ayutthaya. It was built to commemorate his mother's hometown and to celebrate his coronation. The main prang is surrounded by many lesser prangs and towers in eight directions. Wat Chaiwatthanaram was a royal monastery. The King and its descendants would perform religious rites here. It was also a cremation site for members of the Royal family. With its Khmer-style buildings, Wat Chaiwatthanaram is one of the most impressive ancient temples in Ayutthaya.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• There is a strict dress code to enter Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Shoulders and ankles need to be covered. No sleeveless shirts, shorts, ripped jeans, tight trousers, leggings, slippers, sandals, or revealing tops, otherwise you won't be allowed in.
• congested. As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply. No refund will be provided in case of late arrival.
• Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.

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