Historic Ayutthaya & Grand Pearl Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient temples in Ayutthaya
- Enjoy a scenic river cruise on the Grand Pearl
- Savor a delicious Thai buffet lunch onboard
- Learn about Thailand's rich history from expert guides
- Capture stunning photos of historical landmarks
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Bangkok to Ayutthaya
- Guided tour of Ayutthaya's ancient temples and palaces
- Lunch on the Grand Pearl Cruise with scenic river views
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
07.30am - Check in at River City Shopping Complex 08.00am - Depart from Bangkok by air - conditioned coach to Ayutthaya province.
09.15am - Arrive Ayutthaya the world heritage ancient city. Former capital of Thailand (B.E.1350 - 1767). Ayutthaya was declared a UNESCO world heritage sitei n 1991, December 13. WAT MAHATHAT, One of the most amazing Buddha's head in the root of the Bodhi tree, also it was the royal monastery and served as the residence of the supreme monk. WATPHRA SRI SANPHET, The largest and the most important temple with in the Royal palace compound. WAT PHRA SRI SANPHET. There is a large bronze Buddha image which was originally enshrined in the open area outside the royal monastery and later covered by this chapel. WAT LOKAYASUTHARAM is believed to be built in the middle phase of Ayutthaya Era. It is also believed that there had been a pantheon built to shelter the Buddha image but the pantheon was destroyed. The Buddha image has been renovated many times, especially in A.D. 1954 and A.D. 1989, until the Buddha image looks completely beautiful.
Pass by: 13.00pm Welcome on board to Grand Pearl Cruiser at WAT CHONG LOM (Pathum Thani province) for cruising back to Bangkok along the Chao Praya river. Superb buffet lunch which includes a delight variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served.The cruise passes through Nonthaburi pier, Koh Kret (Mon's community) and local Thai villages. 15.00pm Coffee break will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sights along the river banks such as the Royal bargeshouse, Thammasart University, The Royal Grand Palace, Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) etc 16.00pm Arrive at the River City Pier Shopping Complex.
Meeting point
Start Location
River City Bangkok
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- The itinerary may vary due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
- Children under 4 years old can join for free if they do not occupy a seat.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and climbing stairs.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the day's highlights.
- Ensure you have sufficient cash for personal expenses and gratuities.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Good to know
- Proper attire to enter a temple (No dresses above the knee. No short pants or three quarter pants. Modest shirt. No see through garments. No sports-wear. No footwear inside temple.).
Traveler reviews
History good food and relaxing cruise.
An early pick up at hotel 6.30am to River City and transfer to air conditioned bus for trip to Ayutthaya with informative guide. Tour round 3 ancient sites then transfer by bus - 1 hour to pier for sumptuous buffet lunch on board Grand Pearl then 2 hour plus gentle cruise back to River City in Bangkok. Well organised, pleasant staff and great food . Drinks apart from coffee tea and water are extra. Bottles of water and ice cloths provided along the way too. Highly recommend
Follow Donna!
My husband and I came on this tour as part of our honeymoon and had an absolute blast with Donna, our tour guide. The bus is comfortable and air conditioned and they make sure you have cold water and refreshing hand towels every time you get on or off. Donna is so passionate about sharing her hometown with you and makes sure to take care of her whole tour group. She takes photos of you and gives you the history of each place so you learn a little bit everywhere you go. She is excellent at sharing the plan and agenda repeatedly so you always know what to expect. The boat tour is slow and relaxing; the food is decent for a buffet on a tour boat. You will eat better food elsewhere in Bangkok but it’s worth it for the view out the window as you putter back to the city. We recommend this to anyone who wants a full day trip to Ayutthaya in comfort. Donna stands alone as my favorite tour guide I’ve had in Thailand!
Good Touring Day
Very knowledgeable tour guide named Donna. Nice bus and good lunch. Very friendly group of people. I highly recommend.
Interesting well-paced tour
Nice temples and opportunities to shop at markets. 3 stops each 1 hour or less. Guide May did great job. Very enthusiastic. Took us to one main part at each site then we had free time. Not rushed along like some group tours.
Fantastic trip to Ayutthaya!
Trip started 730am in the morning. The check-in guidance could be a little bit clearer as I reached there 30 minutes in advance and was a bit lost as there was no sign or personnel of confirming the exact spot. But luckily, this was not a big area and our tour guide showed soon after, so this didn't turn into a real issue. Our guide Dana was knowledgeable, maintained every tourist in her group engaged and safe, and advised the best spot and angle for taking pictures. The service overall was great too. The driver kept handing us iced water and napkins to keep us cool and hydrated. We went to all three sightseeing spots where our tour guide walked us through in all three. We also got plenty of time to take pictures by ourselves. We didn't need to handle any ticketing effort as the guide took care of it from end to end. They also offered free usage of umbrella on the site -- please do use it. It was so hot under the sun as we walked on site. After visiting all sites, we took a nice boat ride back to Bangkok along the Chao Phraya River. They offered buffet style lunch on the boat around 12pm with coffee, tea, and biscuits served as afternoon stack around 3pm. Our tour guide also provided a lot of insights around temples, bridges, parks along the River. It was a nice relaxing 3.5 hour boat ride. You can choose to stay indoor and watch the views through the window or go to the top of the roof to get a panoramic view. It was so hot up there but totally worth it. Overall, I had a fantastic experience.