Ayutthaya Temples Small-Group Day Trip from Bangkok with Lunch

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Bangkok. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit 4 key temple sites in Ayutthaya in one day
  • 02 See the Buddha head entwined in tree roots at Wat Mahathat
  • 03 Explore Siam’s former capital with an English-speaking guide
  • 04 Enjoy included entrance fees and air-conditioned transport
  • 05 Buffet lunch at a local restaurant included
  • 06 Small-group experience from Bangkok with return to central Bangkok

Discover the ancient wonders of Ayutthaya on a small-group day trip from Bangkok, with transport, entrance fees, and lunch all taken care of. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle and explore the temple ruins of Siam’s former capital with an English-speaking guide who brings the city’s history to life in a clear and engaging way.

Visit four of Ayutthaya’s most important temple sites, including Wat Lokayasutharam with its reclining Buddha, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Mahathat and its famous Buddha head in tree roots, and the riverside Wat Chaiwatthanaram. Along the way, enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant before returning to central Bangkok.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Bangkok, Ayutthaya
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Discover the awe-inspiring temple ruins of Ayutthaya, Siam's capital during its golden age, on this intimate small-group tour. Your experience encompasses all entrance fees, an expert guide to provide insights into the city's rich history, and a delightful lunch at a local restaurant. Explore the remnants of this historical wonder, taking a step back in time to a bygone era.Your journey from Bangkok to Ayutthaya begins in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Alternatively, you can choose to meet the tour at your first stop in Ayutthaya at Wat Lokayasutha. This temple is renowned for its colossal reclining Buddha, a rare structure still remarkably intact.Next, you'll explore Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, an integral part of the royal palace complex where regal ceremonies took place. It's considered the most significant temple in Ayutthaya.Your tour proceeds to Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya, one of the oldest and historically important temples in Ayutthaya. This temple once enshrined the Buddha's sacred relic, and today, it's known for the famous Buddha head intertwined within the Bodhi tree's roots.

Following your exploration, relish a hearty lunch at a local Thai restaurant, where your guide can recommend and explain local culinary delights.The tour culminates at the magnificent Wat Chaiwattanaram, situated along the grand riverside. As you wander through its monumental grounds, admire the captivating architectural style, influenced by Cambodia's Angkor Wat complex. This grand finale showcases Ayutthaya's rich history and cultural significance.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Bangkok. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • temple entrance fees
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Buffet lunch
  • Insurance
  • hotel pickup from selected Bangkok hotels (if select options)

What's Not Included

Hotel drop-off

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Booking Security Check: At pickup, the lead traveler may be required to present the original Viator voucher, a valid photo ID matching the booking name, and the payment card used for payment. A signature may also be required. If the cardholder is not traveling, please contact Viator Support before pickup. Service may be withheld until verification is completed. No copies of your ID or payment card will be retained.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Bangkok.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Bangkok.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Bangkok..

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