Traveler Reviews for Thailand's Ayutthaya

Thailand's Ayutthaya Temples and River Cruise from Bangkok

•  based on 143 reviews
• Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
• Location: Bangkok, Thailand
• Product code: 3685BKK26C

Visit the Ayutthaya temples on a cultural day trip from Bangkok, it's a highlight of any Thailand visit. The tour to the ancient capital of Siam includes a trip by riverboat, a must-do activity when you're in Bangkok, with close-up views of the temples and historic sites that line the Chao Phraya River.

The Unesco World Heritage site of Ayutthaya is 53 miles (85 kilometers) north of Bangkok. Ayutthaya was a thriving Siamese kingdom from 1350 until 1767, when it was captured by the Burmese. Today, Ayutthaya is know for its spectacular ruins and temples. Many of its temples are still intact, such as Wat Phra Sanphet, Wat Mongkhon Bophit, Wat Panangcherng and Wat Chai Mongkol, known for its large bronze statue of the Reclining Buddha.

You will also see the summer palace of King Rama IV with its mixture of Thai, Chinese and Gothic architecture. The palace is a well-preserved 'museum', providing a glimpse into a time when Thailand was known as Siam.

On your full-day guided excursion from Bangkok you have a choice of visiting Thailand's former ancient capital by boat and returning to Bangkok by van, or vice-versa. During the boat cruise to or from Ayutthaya you will see temples such as Wat Arun lining the Chao Phraya River.

Excellent!

Reviewed by: Holly W, September 2011

I did not expect too much from this trip but I was just amazed when it happened. i enjoyed it specially that the tour guide named Nui was so entertaining! The river cruise coming back to Bangkok was really nice as well!

Reviewed by: DJHOANNA D, September 2011

Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. You definitely see a ton of temples, so be ready to see one after another. Also, the dress code (long pants/covered shoulders) was a bit exhausting in the Thailand summer, but no way around that. Great tour.

Reviewed by: Kat, USA, September 2011

the day was excellent and the bus very comfortable the cruise down the river and the meal was a great way to end a good day.

Reviewed by: Susan L, August 2011

The guide Paul was very knowledgeable and funny. We could have spent more time at the site and see the seated Buddha imagest Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon.
When the trip started we waited some 20 minutes at a hotel for two group members to join the trip. This is unacceptable- I don't think waiting for more than 5 minsutes should be tolerated!

Reviewed by: Krassimira I, October 2011