Ayutthaya from Bangkok by Road - Full-Day Tour

Get a comprehensive tour of Ayutthaya, the UNESCO World Heritage. In 1767, Burma invaded Ayutthaya by destroying it, the ruins of the historic city of Ayutthaya, and "associated historic towns" in the Ayutthaya historical park have been listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Learn about Ayutthaya with a visit to ancient palaces, monuments, and ruins such as Wat Phu Khao Thong, Wat Lokayasutharam, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Viharn Mongkolbopit, and Wat Mahathat. Ayutthaya has an extensive history followed by guided commentary during your visit.

The tour starts at River City Bangkok. We depart Bangkok to Ayutthaya in air-conditioned conveyance, passing through many main parts of the Angel City.

We arrive at Wat Chao Phraya Thai. The central pagoda built under King Naresuan at the end of the 16th century was tall enough to outshine the Burmese-built Phu Khao Thong temple. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet This monastery was the most important temple of Ayutthaya and was situated within the Grand Palace grounds. It served as a model for the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok.

Next, Wat Lokayasutharam had Phra Noon (Reclining Buddha) the important feature is a huge reclining Buddha image. The other two ancient temples, as well as the ruined site also surround the compound area.

Then, We arrive at Wat Maha That. Also known as “Monastery of Great Relic “. It was the center of Buddhism in the Ayutthaya Kingdom Burmese put it on fire. A Buddha head entwined within the roots of a tree is one of the most recognizable images in the temple. Wat Na Phra Men or “The Monastery in Front of the Funeral Pyre”. The crowned Buddha the most important Buddha image. The crowned image sits in the Subduing Mara posture and measures 6 m high and 4.50 m in width across the lap. The image was cast of metal and covered with gold leaf. The peculiarities of Phra Buddha are that the image is attired in royal dress complete with crown, earrings, necklace, chest, and arm ornament.

Enjoy a Buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Ayutthaya. After lunch, we will head back to Bangkok.