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10 hours
Daily Tour
25 people
English
Book this full day Ayutthaya day tour from Bangkok to enjoy Bang Pa-In Palace, Wat Yai Chai MangKhon, Lunch, Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit and Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam).
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Tour Code: MHL-00317
Origin City: Bangkok.
Tour Type: Private
Duration: 9 Hours
Pick Up Time from Hotel: 08:00 am
Drop of Time to Hotel: 05:00 pm
Our English speaking guide will lift you up from Bangkok City area hotel lobby at 8 am and leave to Ayutthaya Historical Park or Ayutthaya Ruins, the Ancient City as it is additionally known. This once grand capital city, arranged 80 km from Ayutthaya was crushed by the Burmese armed force in 1767 and is currently an UNESCO world legacy site. An extensive number of castles, sanctuaries and chedis are as yet standing. In 1782 Ayutthaya turned into the capital of Thailand. The chief sights incorporate the colossal bronze statues of Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit, additionally Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon.
You will visit the beautiful Wat Yai Chi Mong khon and Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Lokayasutharam). Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is the primary sanctuary complex left finished from Ayuthaya’s brilliant age. We visit the antiquated royal residence and Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit one of the biggest bronze Buddha’s in Thailand.
At 12.30 you will have a delicious Thai lunch (included). Subsequently you visit the brilliant Wat Mahthat, a standout amongst the most forcing antiquated Buddhist cloisters. This sanctuary is situated on the bank of the Chao Praya River. Lord Prasatthong approved the working with the engineering impacted by the Khmer style. It is one of Ayutthaya’s most excellent sanctuaries and a noteworthy vacation spot.
Coming back from Ayutthaya at approx 14:30 hrs, you go to Bang Pa-In Palace, the previous regal summer withdraw of the seventeenth century rulers of Ayutthaya. You land to walk the superb grounds of Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Neglecting the conduits the numerous structures are an inquisitive blend of mid twentieth century European styles that appear differently in relation to the Chinese and Thai structure. Not to be missed, exceptionally picturesque, this present-day regal royal residence dates from the rule of King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910). The greater part of the structures standing today were built between1872-1889.
Following an agreeable day we land back in Bangkok at 05:00 pm.
Preview of the Prices
| Package Cost | USD | Total USD |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person (If 1 Traveler) | $200 X 1 | $200 |
| Per Person (If 2 Travelers group) | $130 X 2 | $260 |
| Per Person (If 3 Travelers group) | $110X 3 | $330 |
| Per Person (If 4 Travelers group) | $100 X 4 | $400 |
| Per Person (If 5 Travelers group) | $90 X 5 | $450 |
| Per Person (If 6 Travelers group) | $80 X 6 | $480 |
| Per Person (If 7 Travelers group) | $70 X 7 | $490 |
| Per Person (If 8 Travelers group) | $65 X 8 | $520 |
| Per Person (If 9 Travelers group) | $60 X 9 | $540 |
| Per Person (If 10 Travelers group) | $60 X 10 | $600 |
Dress: The essential run is to cover your shoulders and knees (both genders), and preferably you would cover your lower legs as well. On the base, wear longer shorts, capris, gasp/pant or a knee-length-or-longer skirt. To finish everything, pick any shirt that completely covers your shoulders. A T-shirt, pullover or polo is fine, while a tank top isn’t.
Departure Time Comments: Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
You'll get picked up from Bangkok Our English speaking guide will pick you up from Bangkok City area hotel lobby at 8 am and depart for Bang Pa-In Palace.
A few miles down the Maenam Chao Phraya from Ayutthaya is the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. The royal court first used the site as a summer retreat in the 17th century. Most of the buildings today date from the reign of King Rama V. The structures represent a variety of architectural styles, set in a large park around ponds and waterways.
Ayutthaya was, for 417 years, the capital of the Siamese. A magnificent city in the 17th and 18th centuries with a cosmopolitan character, it became one of Asia's most important trading hubs. The city fell on April 1767 at nightfall to the Burmese, never to arise of its ashes.
In Ayutthaya's heyday, this was the largest temple in the city. The three main chedis restored include the ashes of three Ayutthaya kings. The temple served to conduct ceremonies within the royal court, such as the ritual of drinking an oath of allegiance and is regarded as a correspondence of Wat Mahathat in Sukhothai and a model for Wat Phra Sri Ratana Sasadaram (the royal temple of the Emerald Buddha) or Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon remains one of the city's most famous and scenic holy sites. Uthong built this magnificent example of Buddhist religious architecture, the first ruler of the kingdom of Ayutthaya.
In history, Wat Lokayasutharam temple was one of King Barommakote's travelling routes. The reclining Buddha is a giant white Buddha with a length of 42 meters and a height of 8 meters. Even though it is ancient, it is still in perfect condition, with a glowing face beaming with happiness and a lotus base platform supporting the head.
Wat Mahathat was one of Ayutthaya’s most important temples. It enshrined Buddha relics and was the seat of the Supreme Patriarch of Buddhism and, thus, the centre of Buddhism in the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Wat Mahathat was a Royal monastery located close to the palace. The King performed important ceremonies here, such as the Royal Kathin ceremony. One of the temple’s most photographed objects is the head of a stone Buddha image entwined in the roots of a tree. One of the temple’s most photographed objects is the head of a stone Buddha image
This Chapel situates to the south of Wat Phra Si Sanphet. A large bronze seated Buddha image (Phra Mongkhon Bophit) is enshrined initially outside the Grand Palace to the east. It could be dated to the 15th century and intended to stand in the open air. Later, King Songtham commanded transfers to the west, where it is currently enshrined and covered with a Mondop.
Yes, Ayutthaya is a popular day trip destination from Bangkok.
Yes, most day tours to Ayutthaya include a knowledgeable guide who will provide information about the history, significance, and culture of the sites you visit.
The duration of Ayutthaya day tours can vary, but most tours last around 8 to 10 hours. This includes travel time from Bangkok, visits to various attractions, and time for lunch.
It is recommended to dress modestly when visiting temples and religious sites in Thailand. Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Additionally, comfortable walking shoes and a hat are advisable as you may need to walk and explore the ruins.
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