Bangkok Trip Overview
Many centuries ago, Ayutthaya was the capital of The Kingdom of Siam and a major international trading port. Now it is home to many ruins, ancient statues and is an archaeologist’s dream.
Elect to depart Bangkok on
1/ TRIP A: Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Chao Phraya Express Boat and Ayutthaya to Bangkok by Siam Hop’s new model, specially fitted, double decker bus
OR
2/ TRIP B: Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Siam Hop bus and Ayutthaya to Bangkok by Chao Phraya Express Boat.
Visits during the day made to Bang Pa-In, (the Summer Palace of former kings of Siam) OR Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, (a very different looking Buddhist temple), The Arts of the Kingdom Museum (home of priceless Thai artifacts), Wat Thakarong Floating Market, the jaw-dropping Wat Lokayasutharam (the biggest reclining Buddha statue in Ayutthaya) and Wat Phra Si Sanphet, (the largest temple ruin in Ayutthaya).
You will receive sufficient time at a local market to roam around and explore and take a Lunch break (at own expense).
Additional Info
Duration: 11 hours
Starts: Bangkok, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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Many centuries ago, Ayutthaya was the capital of The Kingdom of Siam and a major international trading port. Now it is home to many ruins, ancient statues and is an archaeologist’s dream.
Elect to depart Bangkok on
1/ TRIP A: Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Chao Phraya Express Boat and Ayutthaya to Bangkok by Siam Hop’s new model, specially fitted, double decker bus
OR
2/ TRIP B: Bangkok to Ayutthaya by Siam Hop bus and Ayutthaya to Bangkok by Chao Phraya Express Boat.
Visits during the day made to Bang Pa-In, (the Summer Palace of former kings of Siam) OR Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, (a very different looking Buddhist temple), The Arts of the Kingdom Museum (home of priceless Thai artifacts), Wat Thakarong Floating Market, the jaw-dropping Wat Lokayasutharam (the biggest reclining Buddha statue in Ayutthaya) and Wat Phra Si Sanphet, (the largest temple ruin in Ayutthaya).
You will receive sufficient time at a local market to roam around and explore and take a Lunch break (at own expense).
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bang Pa In Palace, Ban Len, Bang Pa-in 13160 Thailand
Former Summer Palace of the rulers of Siam centuries ago.
There is a strict dress code here – No shorts, jeans or even tight pants are allowed, however, vendors outside the entrance will sell or rent appropriate cover-up clothing as required at very small prices (about 100-baht).
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, Bang Pa-in Thailand
Buddhist temple that actually looks like a Western parish church due to the Gothic Revival style architecture.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Wat Tha Phra, Wat Tha Phra, Bangkok
Floating markets were once the way most locals shopped, however, they are now mainly tourist attractions. However, thanks to its rural location, this floating market has kept much of its charming authenticity.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam), Phratuchai Subdistrict, Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand
The biggest reclining Buddha in Ayutthaya and 4th largest in Thailand is often the highlight of a person’s visit to Ayutthaya.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Pratuchai Subdistrict, Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand
First built in 1448 A.D. during the reign of King Boromtrilokanath, this is the largest temple ruin in Ayutthaya.
Duration: 45 minutes
