The Center Thailand is still an attractive region for foreign travelers with very famous sites such as Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Samut Songkhram. Its Central Plains region, traversed by the Chao Praya River, is considered the cradle of…

Central Thailand from Bangkok

Around Bangkok, the Chao Phraya plain holds old cities and markets that many visitors miss: Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Sing Buri, Saraburi, and the train and floating markets of Samut Songkhram. All are day trips from Bangkok.

Our central Thailand excursions

Excursion Duration Area
Grand Palace & Wat Pho Half day Bangkok
Tuk-Tuk Tour of City Temples Half day Bangkok
Maeklong Train Market & Amphawa Floating Market Half day Samut Songkhram
Ayutthaya & Bang Pa-In Summer Palace 1 day Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya & Ang Thong 1 day Ayutthaya, Ang Thong
Discover Suphan Buri 1 day Suphan Buri
Nakhon Pathom City 1 day Nakhon Pathom
Sing Buri, the Happiest City 1 day Sing Buri
Saraburi from Bangkok 1 day Saraburi

How to choose

  • First day in Bangkok: Grand Palace and Wat Pho, then a tuk-tuk temple tour.
  • History: Ayutthaya with Bang Pa-In or Ang Thong.
  • Markets: Maeklong train market and Amphawa floating market.
  • Off the tourist trail: Suphan Buri, Sing Buri or Saraburi.

Frequently asked questions

Do the excursions start in Bangkok?

Yes, all of them start from Bangkok by private car; travel times are shown on each tour page.

Can I book an excursion without a full tour?

Yes, every excursion can be booked on its own. Just give us your dates and your Bangkok hotel.

How far is Ayutthaya from Bangkok?

About 80 km, or roughly 1.5 hours by road, which makes it an easy and popular day trip.

When is the best time to visit?

November to February, when it is less hot. In the rainy season excursions run as normal, with occasional afternoon showers.

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