Visit Ayutthaya & Ang Thong: Two Ancient Cities in 1 Day

Duration: 8 Hours
Travel theme: Excursions

Continue your journey on a captivating tour that combines the historical marvels of Ayutthaya with the enchanting allure of Ang Thong, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Thailand’s rich cultural heritage.

The adventure begins in Bangkok, where we’ll meet at the hotel lobby before setting off towards Ayutthaya, the former capital and a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site. Our first stop is the Ayutthaya Historical Study Center, where you’ll gain insights into the profound historical connections between Ayutthaya and Europe across the centuries.

Next, we’ll delve into the magnificence of Ayutthaya’s temples, starting with the awe-inspiring Wat Mahathat and Wat Phrasri Sanphet. I’ll take you on a journey through time, unraveling the tales of Ayutthaya’s past, its revered temples, and its mighty kings.

Immerse yourself in the local culture as we visit a bustling market, brimming with delectable delicacies. Here, you can witness the art of baking, frying, and savoring typical local treats. Don’t miss the chance to marvel at the grandeur of Wat Lokayasutharam Temple’s colossal reclining Buddha, the largest in Ayutthaya.

After savoring an authentic Thai lunch at a riverside restaurant, we’ll venture towards Ang Thong City, located north of Ayutthaya. Brace yourself for a momentous encounter with the giant Buddhist monk statue of Luang Pu Thuat and the monumental Wat Muang Temple, home to Thailand’s tallest Buddha, soaring over 98 meters high.

As the sun begins its descent, we’ll bid farewell to Ang Thong and embark on a scenic drive back to Bangkok. Arriving at your hotel around 16:30, we’ll conclude the day with refreshing beverages, allowing you to unwind and relish in the memories of a truly extraordinary journey.

Full Itinerary

  • Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Ang Thong - Bangkok (-)

    08:00
    Meet up at our meeting point
    – Hotel lobby (in Bangkok area)

    10:00
    Let’s first explore Ayutthaya, a former capital of Thailand and a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site, with a visit to the Ayutthaya Historical Study Center for an overview of the relationships between Ayutthaya and Europeans over the centuries!

    10:30
    Then, we’ll visit the temples of Wat Mahathat and Wat Phrasri sanphet I’ll explain to you the history of Ayutthaya, its temples, and kings!

    11:00
    We continue the Ayutthaya tour with a short visit to a local market where typical local delicacies are baked, fried, sold and eaten! Stop by the huge reclining Buddha, the biggest one in Ayutthaya, at Wat Lokayasutharam Temple.

    12:30
    Let’s have lunch at a riverside restaurant! Here, you can order authentic Thai food. You’re missing out if you don’t come to eat at the riverside!

    13:00
    We drive towards the north side of Ayutthaya towards Ang Thong City.

    13:30
    We are at Ang Thong! Let’s first visit the giant Buddhist monk statue of Luang Pu Thuat and Wat Muang Temple to see the biggest Buddha in the Thialand, measuring over 98 meters high!

    15:00
    It’s time to drive back to Bangkok.

    16:30
    Drop you back at your hotel. End the day with cool refreshments!

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Trip Note

Trip includes

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in the central city of Bangkok 
  • Entrance fees
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Private transfer
  • Accident insurance

Trip excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping
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