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Ayutthaya Highlights & River Prawn Experience

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Discover Ayutthaya’s ancient temples and rich history on this memorable full-day journey to Thailand’s former capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Wat Lokayasutharam’s Reclining Buddha, the royal chedis of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, and the iconic Buddha head in tree roots at Wat Mahathat. After sightseeing, enjoy a delicious highlight — Ayutthaya’s famous grilled river prawns served with Thai seafood sauces and local side dishes. This perfect blend of heritage and cuisine offers an unforgettable escape from Bangkok.

  • Enjoy an authentic Thai meal with drinking water and seasonal fruits, highlighted by a special serving of one river prawn per person.
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Insurance coverage
  • Hotel pick up in Bangkok major area (with selected option)
  • Not included: Hotel drop off

River City Bangkok ( 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talad Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100 )

Drop off at MBK mall ( Easy to get BTS )

Please provide your hotel name. We’ll confirm 1 day before if pickup is available. Outside our area? Meet at River City. If pickup is confirmed, please wait 15 mins before pickup time.

Meeting and Pickup

  1. Total travel time (Transportation included: Bangkok to Ayutthaya and return) is about 3 hours, including all site visits. Travel time between locations will be no more than 1 hour and 20 minutes. Overall journey time is approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes.

  2. Last but not least, finish your trip at the grand, riverside Wat Chaiwattanaram. Marvel at its compelling architectural style, influenced by the Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, as you wander around the monumental grounds.

  3. Your next stop is Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, being part of the royal palace complex this is where royalty performed rituals. It is considered the most important temple of Ayutthaya.

  4. Then, visit Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya. One of the oldest and most significant temples in the history of Ayutthaya, it once housed the Buddha's holy relic. Admire the famous Buddha head entwined within the roots of a Bodhi tree.

  5. Travel from Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to your first stop in Ayutthaya, Wat Lokayasutha. This incredible temple is known for its giant reclining Buddha image, astoundingly one of the few structures left intact here.

  6. Enjoy an authentic Thai meal with drinking water and seasonal fruits, highlighted by a special serving of one river prawn per person.

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

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