Ayutthaya
We leave Bangkok in the morning and head north to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam and one of Southeast Asia’s great historic cities.
Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya grew into a global trading powerhouse. Persian merchants, Japanese envoys, Portuguese traders — they all docked here. Gold-covered temples rose above the riverbanks. Royal ceremonies filled vast courtyards. For over four centuries, the kingdom controlled regional trade and shaped what we now recognise as Thai culture. In 1767, Burmese forces destroyed much of the city, leaving behind the haunting brick ruins that stand today.
Walk through the grounds of the old Siam temples, and you feel that scale immediately. Visit Wat Mahathat, and you see history wrapped in tree roots and time.
Then eat.
Ayutthaya takes its food seriously. Try boat noodles rich with dark broth, giant river prawns grilled over charcoal, and roti sai mai – delicate spun sugar wrapped in soft pancakes.
FULL-DAY TOUR 1500 BHT PER PERSON
8.00-8.30 am. Pick up time. (Kaosan Road)
9.30 am. Visit Wat Phu Khao Thong. This temple
is located outside the city of Ayutthaya.
10.30 am. Arrive at Ayutthaya, visit the ancient palace and
Wat phra Si Sanphet. Visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit
12.00 am. Thai Lunch.
13.00 pm. Visit Wat Lokaya Sutha. This temple is adjacent to Wat
Wora-chettharam in the west of the city.
It houses a large reclining Buddha image, made of
brick and covered with plaster.
13.30 pm. Visit “Wat Phra Mahathat”. This temple is located in front
of the grand palace. The construction began during
the reign of King Borom Rachathirat I in 1374 A.D.
Visit Wat Yai Chaimongkhon.
14.30 pm. Back to Bangkok
16.00-17.00 pm. Arrive in Bangkok (Khaosan Road)
POINTS:
– The itinerary is subject to change without notice
– Tour does not include – Soft drink – all optional
– Dress code: Polite (cover shoulder & long trousers)
