UNESCO's Ayutthaya Historical Park Full Day: Small Group Tour
- Duration: 11 Hours (approx.)
- Product code: ST00045
Free cancellation Up to 48 hours in advance.
Overview
Ayutthaya Historical Park, located in the ancient capital city of the Ayutthaya Kingdom in Thailand, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its archaeological ruins. Spanning hundreds of acres, it showcases remnants of temples, statues, and palaces that date back to the 14th century. The city was once a thriving center of commerce and culture until its destruction by the Burmese in 1767. Today, the park is a poignant reminder of Ayutthaya's grandeur and significance in Thai history. Visitors can explore iconic structures like Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wat Mahathat, and witness the iconic Buddha head entwined within tree roots.
- Join this cultural day trip to UNESCO World Heritage Site Ayutthaya, once Asia’s most magnificent capital.
- Say goodbye to long, stressful bus journeys on this convenient small-group guided tour.
- See Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, the summer home of Thai kings, and explore the ruins of ancient Ayutthaya.
- Visit iconic sites, including Wat Mahathat, Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol
- Learn about Thai Buddhism as you tour Ayutthaya’s ancient temples (wats)
- Experience unique itineraries crafted alongside famous travel bloggers and local guides
- Hop aboard two-way transfers from Bangkok hotels within selected areas or National Stadium Station.
- Enjoy a TripGuru Signature experience: curated, solo travel-friendly, and in small groups.
Itinerary
1. National Stadium
The National Stadium is a sports complex situated in Pathum Wan District, Bangkok where your tour departs to Ayutthaya.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2. Bang Pa In Palace
First used by the royal court as a summer retreat in the 17th century, Bang Pa-In Royal Palace features a large park around ponds and waterways.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3. Wat Mahathat
Wat Phra Mahathat is one of the oldest and most significant temples in the history of Ayutthaya, where important royal ceremonies of the Ayutthaya era were held.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4. Historic City of Ayutthaya
The ruins of Ayutthaya's old city are home to archaeological sites, including palaces, Buddhist temples, monasteries, and statues.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
5. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
Wat Phra Si Sanphet was a residential palace before it became a monastery in the reign of King Ramathibodi I. During Ayutthaya era's heyday, this was the largest temple in the city.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6. Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Wat Chaiwatthanaram is a Buddhist temple in the city of Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand, Located along the Maenam Chao Phraya bank, Wat Chaiwatthanaram was built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong to honor his mother. It was also erected as a replica of the Angkor Temple.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
7. Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit
The 600-plus-year-old Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit is where one of Thailand’s biggest bronze Buddha statues can be found. The 12.5-meter Buddha statue is covered with dazzling gold leaves.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- English-speaking guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off within free pick up area
- Free Pick Up Areas in Bangkok: Khao San Road and Narathiwas Ratnakarin
- Free Pick Up Areas In Bangkok: Sathorn Road (North & South) Pratunam and Wireless Road.
- Entrance Fees
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Personal Expenses
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
National Stadium BTS Station National Stadium BTS Station, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
National Stadium BTS Station Exit 2. Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup details
Free pick-up area Khao San Road, Narathiwas Ratnakarin, Sathorn Road (North and South), Pratunam, Wireless Road. • The exact pickup time depends on customers’ respective locations. • Tour guides will contact customers the evening before the activity date to confirm the exact time.