Discover Ayutthaya at Sunset: Historic Temples & River Cruise
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this relaxing sunset tour from Bangkok. Visit iconic temples rich in history and end the day with a peaceful boat ride around Ayutthaya’s riverside ruins as the sun sets.
Tour Highlights
- Visit Ayutthaya’s most famous temples
- Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon – Towering chedi and reclining Buddha
- Wat Maha That – The famous Buddha head in tree roots
- Wat Chaiwatthanaram – Beautiful riverside temple at sunset
- Enjoy a scenic 1-hour sunset boat ride around the historic ruins
- Capture memorable photos during golden hour
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup from Bangkok
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
Please dress respectfully when you visit any temple in Thailand. Make sure your shoulders are covered (no vests, tank-tops or spaghetti straps) and although skirts or shorts are acceptable at many temples, they should be smart and at least knee-length
Important Notice: The provision of boat tour services is subject to river water levels, prevailing weather conditions, and safety considerations for all passengers. Operations may be adjusted, suspended, or cancelled without prior notice in order to ensure the highest standards of safety.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bangkok
Start your Journey from Bangkok :- Meeting Point Options -1 (Time:-13:00 Hours):- Hilton Garden Inn Silom :-Located at Address: 320 Silom Rd Suriya Wong, Khet Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 Look For :- Sun Leisure World Travel Desk to quick Start your tours Meeting Point Options -2 (Time:-13:30 Hours) :- Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit, 566 Thanon Phloen Chit, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand Look For :- Sun Leisure World Travel Desk to quick Start your tours
Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
14:30 Hours - 15:00 Hours:- (Duration at Site :- 30 Minutes) Reach Wat Yai Chai Mongkong which is a historic temple in Ayutthaya, famed for its towering chedi, serene reclining Buddha, and peaceful gardens. Built in 1357, it remains a symbol of spiritual and architectural grandeur in Thailand’s ancient capital.
What‘s Included
Visit iconic Buddha statues & Beautiful Temple
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pickup & Drop off (for private tour & join tour from hotel only)
Traditional Boat Ride (sharing basis for all options)
English Speaking Tour Guide
Private Transportation (for private tour only - land transport)
Optional
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour in English
Private Tour in English with pickup from hotel
Pickup included
Private Tour in Multilanguage
Private Tour in Spanish/French/German/Russian/Chinese. Please select the preferred language during booking (48 Hours before)
Pickup included
Join Tour from Hotel
Join Tour Afternoon Sunset with pickup from Hotel
Pickup included
Join Tour from Saphan Taksin
Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth the trip!
ArnoldV 11,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Trip is nice and sunset boat ride and temple visit is magical. Guides are people handlers more than insight delivering guides but nice.
Beautiful trip to the...
Camila C,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful trip to the Unesco City of Ayuthaya. Our tour guide was very informative and took good care of us. The sunset was stunning and we had the chance to try some food at the markets.
It's worth it
Maristela F,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Worth it, the script is great and our guide was super friendly and available explaining and responding to everything we peegun
Really enjoyed the trip...
Sabine T,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed the trip with good information by our guide. Saw 3 ancient temples, plus boat trip to see elephants bathe.
Find alternatives.
K5552RZstevel,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Well, where do I start? We met and from there it slowly declined. I'd been in Bangkok for 4 days. The hustle and bustle, expected. Started by get one of those Hop on hop off boat tickets. Around £3.50. Excellent value. Jumped off... 30 minutes in the market, next stop. So on and so forth from one end to the other in Iconsiam. Impressive. Many temples and markets along the way. On my last day I decided to do this tour as a wind down before going to Koh Samui. Upon getting on the bus, we were informed that there would be no boat trip, something had happened the day before. Unforeseen, I understand. We started by going to...a temple, I expected that , then to another. The Buddha. Ok. My frustration is rising. We then went to a market. De ja vu. Then yet another temple as a replacement for the boat trip. I understand that the incident was beyond their control, but I would suggest they find an alternative that is not more of the same. Just a bit of variety would have been nice.
History of Thailands Temples
Chris M,,Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great old temples, learned a lot of history during the tour. Our guide was great. Very courteous and knowledgeable.
Disappointing!
Freda L,,Nov 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00Although the guide was cheerful and knowledgeable the whole tour lacked substance. The coach seat was broken and the AC patchy. Being given a bottle of water on the return journey was a sad gesture when that would have been much appreciated earlier during the tour. The first Temple we visited was colorful and interesting, the others were only viewed from the boat. The images shown on the tour promotion were misleading and bear no resemblance to the actual tour, especially the boat which was uncomfortable and nothing like the picture. Having young girls in the boat who were not staff members was inappropriate. Overall this was a waste of time and money!
our team building became better with this
Hinano Y,,Jun 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Jira is a wise and sweet guide with lots of love for Thailand! We did tour with 9 people as a team building. Aged 25-39 We had the best time visiting temples and listening to the history alongside with the tour. Girls wore traditional Thai dress too :) Yhank you Jira for being so prepared and through!
Great Experience
Ebony G,,May 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and tour guide. Johnny was an excellent tour guide. It was hot, but we have no control over that!
Amazing Temple Tour
joannamzapanta,,Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Johnny is such a fun and amazing guide! Despite the extremely hot weather, he made the tour so pleasant. Thank you to Johnny for the wonderful hospitality!
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