BAH Full Day Discover Ancient Ayutthaya

Step back in time as you enjoy an unforgettable experience with a visit to one of Bangkok’s must-see locations: Ayutthaya. Admire ancient temples, palaces and Buddhist ruins before sitting back on a relaxing boat ride down the Chao Phraya River! Step back in time as you enjoy an unforgettable experience with a visit to one of Bangkok’s must-see locations: Ayutthaya. Admire ancient temples, palaces and Buddhist ruins before sitting back on a relaxing boat ride down the Chao Phraya River!null- Discover an ancient kingdom brimming with fascinating history and culture - A UNESCO world heritage and an absolute must-see - Explore ancient ruins, temples, palaces and statues - Take in the scenery on a relaxing, picturesque river cruise along the Chao Phraya River Sit back as you enjoy a comfortable coach ride and soak up the landscapes as you head towards the once flourishing capital of the ancient Kingdom of Siam: Ayutthaya. Founded in 1350, the former capital was the largest and finest cities in the world, but destroyed by the Burmese in the 18th century and in 1991 was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991. Admire breathtaking ruins of Buddhist temples, monasteries, palaces as well as impressive Buddhist statues. Listen in awe as your knowledgeable and passionate guide fascinates you with incredible facts and entertains you along the way, and indulge in the unique history around you of a forgotten culture. As you wander around the historical site, you will be taken back in time when the former 33 Kings of Ayutthaya ruled the lands. Continue with a visit to Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, located a few kilometres away from Ayutthaya. Explore the modern-day summer palace owned by the present Chakri Dynasty. Dating back to the Ayutthaya era, the palace was originally used by the royal court as a summer retreat in the 17th century, but was destroyed and abandoned during the fall of Kingdom. Restored by King Rama IV in the mid-19th century. Make the tour even more unforgettable with a leisurely river cruise from Wat Chong-Lom Pier, along the charming Chao Phraya River back to the River City Pier in Bangkok. Sit back and relax as you glide down the river, admire the picturesque scenery around you and treat yourself to a tasty international buffet with soft drinks. nullnull: nullE-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.nullnull: The pick up will be available at Main City Hotels in Bangkok. Please note that there is a surcharge for hotel pick-up from the hotels outside of main area.null: nullnullnull: 9 nullApproximatelynullnull: nullnull: nullnullPlease wear smart casual attire. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sandals and flip-flops are not permitted. Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process, otherwise we cannot guarantee the correct provision of the service.