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Ayutthaya Highlights Tour with Scenic Grand Pearl River Cruise

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Ayutthaya Highlights Tour with Scenic Grand Pearl River Cruise

About this activity

Discover the rich history, fascinating architecture, and iconic buildings of Ayutthaya, an ancient royal capital. Visit the former royal residence at Bang Pa-In Palace, marvel at the Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet temples, and cruise the waters of Chao Phraya River while enjoying a delicious lunch.

  • Full day exploring UNESCO-listed former capital of Ayutthaya
  • Ancient Buddha statue encased in a tree at Wat Mahathat
  • Former Thai royal summer residence at Bang Pa-In Palace
  • Visit to the historic ancient temple of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet
  • Delicious buffet lunch on a river cruise along Chao Phraya River
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At a glance

Duration
10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Sunleisure World

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional english speaking tour guide
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Come back by cruise from Ayutthaya
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop off

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Bangkok

    Passing by

    After hotel pickup, your vehicle makes the journey north from Bangkok to Ayutthaya Historical Park, located 53 miles (85 km) away. The old capital of Thailand (aka the Kingdom of Siam) from 1350 until 1767, Ayutthaya was largely destroyed by the Burmese and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site full of intact temples, monasteries, palace ruins and beheaded Buddhist statues.

    06:00 – 07:15 hrs.

    Pick up from hotel and transfer to the river city shopping complex, Siphraya, next to Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel.

    Morning By bus:

    08:00 hrs.

    Departure from Bangkok by Grand Pearl luxury air–conditioned coach with English speaking guide.

  2. Historic City of Ayutthaya

    one hour

    09:30 hrs.

    Arrival at Ayutthaya, a World Heritage City and historic capital of Thailand in the period of 1350-1767 A.D. The most interesting historical sites in the country, to visit a few famous Buddhist Temples.

  3. Wat Mahathat

    30 min Admission included

    Visit Wat Mahatad, the royal monastery, served as the residence of supreme monk

  4. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet

    30 min Admission included

    Wat Phrasrisanphet, the largest and most important temple. Its was used as a residential palace

  5. Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit

    30 min Admission included

    Wihan Phramongkhon Bophit, the large bronze Buddha image was originally enshrined in the open area outside the grand palace and later covered by a building called Wihan.

  6. Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam)

    30 min Admission included

    This temple has the largest reclining Buddha image in the island of Ayutthaya. Enshrined in an outdoor brick building with a length of 42 meters and 8 meters high. The head turns north. His face turned to the west. Phrabath turned south.

  7. Grand Pearl Cruise

    one hour Admission included

    Afternoon By cruise:

    13:15 hrs.

    Welcome aboard the Grand Pearl Cruise Liner at Wat Chong-lom Pier (Nonthaburi). Sumptuous buffet lunch with a choice of a variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served, while you may relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The cruiser will then head towards Nontaburi, past Koh Kred, The monn community before reaching Bangkok city.

  8. The Chao Phraya River

    Passing by

    15:00 hrs.

    Coffee will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sights along the River banks such as the colorful Royal Barges House, Thammasart University, Siriraj hospital, The Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn, with its magnificent 79 M. spire, Wat Kallayanamitr, one of the most renowed temples.

  9. Royal Barges National Museum

    Passing by

    Royal Barges National Museum

  10. Stop 10

    Passing by

    Thammasart University

  11. Siriraj Medical Museum

    Passing by

    Siriraj hospital

  12. The Grand Palace

    Passing by

    cruise passing by the beautiful Grand Palace

  13. Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)

    Passing by

    cruise passing by The Graceful Temple of Dawn

  14. Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan

    Passing by

    Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan

  15. River City Bangkok

    Passing by

    16:00 hrs.

    Arrival and disembark at the River City Shopping Complex Pier. Transfer back to hotel by air-conditioned van.

    Child Policy :

    Child over than 120 cm we will charge as adult rate

    Child 4-10 years old

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower 63 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

End point

  • You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower 63 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Pickup points

  • Mercure Bangkok Sukhumvit 24
  • Montraj Quartier Sukhumvit Bangkok
  • Arck Hotel
  • 12PM Bangkok
  • The Lair Bangkok
  • Amanta Hotel & Residence Sathorn
  • RedDoorz Premium A Room Bangkok
  • Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok by IHG
  • Gardengrove Suites
  • Novotel Bangkok Silom Road
  • Thana Wisut Hotel
  • Ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24

and 910 more pickup points

Free of charge Door to Door Pick up for CITY CENTER BANGKOK DISTRICT AREA (3 KM radius area) with namely Sukhumvit Soi (Lane) -1 to 33, Sukhumvit area Soi 1 to 33 (odd) and Soi 2 to 24 (even), Pratunam, Silom, Langsuan, Wireless Road, Sathorn, Surawongse, Siam, MBK, Yawarat (China Town), Khao San Road (Excluded City Tour) can pick up only in our meeting Royal Rattanakosin Hotel

You can also join our tours at BANGKOK MEETING POINTS - Our office, Sun Leisure World Corporation, 23rd Floor, Athenee Tower 63 Witthayu Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity

Using your ticket

Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.

Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.

Hotline number : +66 20290800 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm).

Please note: Sleeveless shirt, short top, see-through, short pants, tight pants and mini skirt are not allowed to enter Grand Palace & all Temples in Thailand.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • We are SHA Plus certified. ​ A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.

  • Please note: Sleeveless shirt, short top, see-through, short pants, tight pants and mini skirt are not allowed to enter Grand Palace & all Temples in Thailand.

Traveller ratings

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