Private Tour
Private Ayutthaya Temples Tour From Bangkok
Overview
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9 hours
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Enjoy a full-day trip out of Bangkok to the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. Ride from Bang Pa-in up to the Ayutthaya visiting ancient temples and monuments.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bang Pa In Palace
Following hotel pick up from Bangkok city area hotel at 8 am by English speaking guide start your private Ayutthaya day tour. Your first stop will be Bang Pa In Palace. Bang Pa-In palace the summer palace of the Thai kings. It is located about 15 km south of the city of Ayutthaya and 50 km north of Bangkok at the Chao Phraya River. It was named after the island on which it was erected and which lies at a current loop of the river. Originally the palace was built around 1600 by King Prast Thong, who was also born here. All subsequent kings used this palace until the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767, during which the palace was also destroyed. King Mongkut, Rama IV, revived this place. He and his son, the successor King Chulalongkorn (Phra Bat Somdet, Rama V) had built a new palace with many European elements. Before Mongkut became king, he enjoyed an education as a monk, which led him on extended journeys not only through Thailand but above all also to Europe. His son opened Thailand to the West.
Wat Mahathat
Believed to be the spiritual centre of Early Ayutthaya Period, Wat Mahathat was the royal ceremonial ground for both religious and non-religious affairs before King Trailoknat replaced it with Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Built before Ayutthaya became the Siamese capital, the temple features a Khmer-style prang (now collapsed) which used to enshrine a miniature casket containing the Buddha’s relics (now on display at Chao Sam Phraya Museum). Apart from the principal prang, Wat Mahathat is the site of the lone Buddha's head entrapped by the roots of an overgrown banyan tree – today a popular icon of Ayutthaya. The head is closely guarded around the clock, and even the slightest gesture of disrespect (e.g. taking photographs while standing over the Buddha’s head) will not be tolerated.
What‘s Included
English speaking guide at the time of sightseeing
Tasty Thai Lunch
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Hotel pickup and drop-off at Bangkok City Area
All attractions entrance fee
Transport by air-conditioned private car
Personal expenses
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Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our tour guide Mike
Gwen F,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our day with our tour guide nicknamed Mike. He was punctual, very informative plus very knowledgeable.
Most Memorable Day of Trip!
rennasasha,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My day with Ketsiree was wonderful. She was a fantastic guide and my tour was the highlight of my trip! She was knowledgeable about all of the sites and even took me to a Michelin star local dessert house, as well as a local market for souvenirs. The driver was wonderful too. Always punctual and there when we needed her. Highly recommend!
Its very well worth a tour with someone who knows his business
mikedS304QW,,Jan 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kit knows his history and building / temples very well. Delivered what was important in terms of sites and even provided a good photographic service
Private A Tour
Curiosity821316,,Apr 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour, tailored to our request. The included lunch was outstanding. I would definitely recommend it.
Excellent Private Tour of Ayutthaya
K1524AEdalec,,Feb 24, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very interesting to see the sites of the old capital of Siam. My tour guide from Mam Holidays was Miss Siriwaritsara Petcharapan. Siri went well above and beyond the scope of a tour guide. She was a wealth of information about Ayutthaya. I would recommend the tour and Siri to everybody.
Wonderful experience
simbaramses,,Feb 24, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Our guide, Miss Supatsara Wonghong, was very good. Knowing history, but also good places to eat, shops, advices. Very kind and warm, it was a tour where we saw important parts of history and traditions. If you like a complete trip, with the right guide, this is the one.
Excellent Private Ayutthaya Temple Tour!
536beatah,,Feb 21, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have decided in last minute(on Saturday evening for Sunday) to take a private tour to Ayutthaya and were not sure it can be managed in a such short time. But in the morning well advance before agreed time our guide Miss Supatsara was already waiting for us. She was very attentive to our preferences for trip schedule and a focus of the tour. We enjoyed very much in depth information about history, current situation, daily life in Thailand she has shared with us. She was extremely kind and helpful in any aspect. It was a great day for us and closing of our travel through south east Asia. Highly recommendable!
Fun and educational tour
camier2014,,Feb 19, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour with our guide Rose was excellent! We had a fun-filled day learning about the history of temples and and ancient ruins of Ayutthaya. Rose is filled with knowledge and she enjoyed sharing it as we visited each location. She also took many photos of us. A private driver in an air-conditioned car would pick us up and drop us off at the entrance of each location. Also included with the tour was a delicious Thai lunch at an air-conditioned riverside restaurant which was a nice reprieve from the heat. Yes, it’s very hot there! We enjoyed our day so much with our guide Rose that we immediately booked her for another private tour for a different day! Thank you Rose for an amazing day and we look forward to our next tour with you!
Ótima experiência!
veronicab349,,Jan 4, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite the hot day the ride was very enjoyable! Our guide Miss Supatsara Wonghong was very kind, helpful and communicative, shared various local information and took us to lunch at a tasty buffet with various options. The car was air conditioned and very comfortable. We recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit various Buddhist temples and the beautiful king's palace in Ayutthaya where we feed some fishes and a cute turtle.
Temple Tours of Ayuthaya and Royal Palace
johnmH8255PQ,,Jan 2, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Prompt, friendly and knowledgeable guide, very comfortable new vehicle, and tailoring the tour to meet our expectations. I would gladly use Watchila as a guide again. Thanks for making our trip memorable!
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