Sightseeing Cruises

Ayutthaya Day Trip with Grand Pearl Return Cruise and Buffet Lunch

Let logistics go: a full-day trip to Ayutthaya from Bangkok includes your journey back, so you can focus fully on Ayutthaya's temple complexes. An expert English-speaking guide shares Ayutthaya's history as temple entry fees are included, keeping the day simple and exceptional value. Walk through Ayutthaya's UNESCO-listed ruins, visiting Wat Mahathat's famed Buddha in tree roots plus royal Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Na Phra Men. Return to Bangkok by boat on a relaxed Chao Phraya River cruise, taking in riverbank life and landmarks as you enjoy an onboard buffet lunch.

English-speaking licensed tour guide,
All temple and palace admission fees
Grand Pearl Cruise river journey,
Thai/International buffet lunch on board, and afternoon coffee/tea break.

Transportation to/from River City

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Begin your full-day journey north of Bangkok to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of a 14th-century Siamese kingdom and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Start your exploration at the royal monastery, home to a striking white prang in the heart of the ancient complex. Next, visit the iconic Wat Mahathat, where the Buddha's serene face is famously entwined within the roots of a tree. Continue to the sacred Wat Na Phra Men, housing a magnificent golden seated Buddha statue.

Your knowledgeable guide will share the captivating history of Ayutthaya. Your journey through Ayutthaya's heritage continues at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, once the holiest temple of the city.

Around midday, board a riverboat for a scenic cruise along the Chao Phraya River. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch as you gently drift past lush landscapes and riverside villages. Return to Bangkok, arriving at River City by approximately 4:00 pm, after a day filled with culture, history, and relaxation.

What to bring

Dress code: Wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees to enter the temples.

Footwear: Be prepared to remove your shoes before entering temple interiors.

What's not allowed

Pets: You cannot bring pets on this experience.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Strollers: This experience is not suitable for strollers.

Public transport: There is no public transportation near the meeting point.

Additional information

Infants: Infants must not sit on laps.

Infant seats: Infant seats are not available on this experience.

Temple etiquette: You must remove footwear inside the temples.

Check-in time: Check in at River City Shopping Complex, Si Phraya Pier at 7:30am.

Cancellation policy: All sales are final.

Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.

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