Day trip

From Bangkok: Private Tour to Ayutthaya & Summer Palace

Activity provider: Amazing Asia Tours
Day trip

From Bangkok: Private Tour to Ayutthaya & Summer Palace

Activity provider: Amazing Asia Tours

From US$ 140.33 per person

Visit the ancient home of Siamese kings on an all-inclusive full-day tour with a private guide, driver, and lunch. Get to know the old capital of Siam, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site and Bang Pa-In, the Summer Palace.

About this activity

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Duration 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
From the lobby of your hotel in Bangkok (within the areas of Pratunam, Sukhumvit, Silom, or Sathorn).
Small group
Limited to 12 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Marvel at the centuries-old temples and ruins in Ayutthaya
  • Visit the main UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the ancient capital
  • Discover European, Khmer, Thai, and Chinese architecture at the Summer Palace
  • Benefit from an all-inclusive private tour with a driver and licensed guide
Full description
Explore Ayutthaya, the old capital city of the kingdom of Siam on a private guided day trip from Bangkok. Discover the major highlights of the historical city and stop off at the King's Summer Palace - an iconic landmark on the route home. Start your trip with pickup from your hotel in Bangkok. Board an air-conditioned private vehicle and head straight to Ayuthaya, the former Thai capital for over 400 years. Set off to observe the glory of the ancient capital on a guided walking tour of the temple and palace ruins. First, visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or the “Monastery of the Golden Mount” located just outside Ayuthaya. Then, proceed to the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet, the holiest temple on the site of the old Royal Palace. Capture incredible photographs of the 3 chedis (or stupas) before heading over to Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit where you can witness one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in Thailand. Following this, sit down to enjoy a delicious lunch served at a local restaurant. After this relaxing break, continue your tour to Wat Lokayasutharam, home to an impressive reclining Buddha statue. Also, step into the famous Wat Mahatat where you can marvel at the remarkable Buddha image situated right in the middle of a bodhi tree. Finally, visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace located between Bangkok and Ayutthaya and built during the Ayuthaya era. Learn about how it was the favorite summer palace of King Rama V and showcases an eclectic collection of buildings that blend European, Khmer, Thai, and Chinese architectural styles. At the end of the afternoon, get transferred back to your hotel in Bangkok where your memorable tour concludes.
Includes
  • Private licensed driver with air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Accident insurance
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Bangkok
  • Snacks
  • Other drinks
  • Gratuities

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Please dress respectfully when entering the temples
Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 8 reviews

Review summary

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Our tour was organised by Amazing Asia Tours and Lucky was our Guide. The tour itself was fantastic in terms of historical knowledge and cultural experience. We visited visiting top sites in Ayuthaya as per the itinerary and due to our Guide, we were well taken care of. Lucky provided a great deal of information from beginning to end. She was promptly waiting for us at the hotel, with a well-equipped car (air conditioned, water bottles and wet towels), with a well-mannered driver who was extremely kind and took care of us. Lucky made the entire experience very enjoyable with her knowledge, humour and very kind personality. She went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of and ensured our needs / expectations were always met / fulfilled. Overall a fulfilling and fantastic tour.

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December 18, 2022

Our guide picked us up at our hotel right on time ... and as the driver drove us out of the city, he explained a lot about the history and curiosities of the place. We saw amazing Buddhist temple ruins, the summer palace with a beautiful garden. Our guide (unfortunately I don't remember the name) has always been with us kind, professional ... and he took a lot of souvenir photos that we will always take with us. thank you!

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July 13, 2022

July 7, 2022

Product ID: 384790