Ayutthaya Tour by White Orchid River Cruise
Visit Bang Pa In Summer Palace, Wat Mahathat, Wat Na Phramen, Wat Lokkayasutha are the most beautiful temple in Ayutthaya. In afternoon, sailing along the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok.
Ayutthaya Tour by White Orchid River Cruise
Ayutthaya Sightseeing
Visit Bang Pa In Summer Palace, Wat Mahathat, Wat Na Phramen, Wat Lokkayasutha are the most beautiful temple in Ayutthaya. In afternoon, sailing along the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. Enjoy the fascinating sights along the river banks as the wonderful Grand Palace and the Wat Phra Keo (The Emerald Buddha Temple), the graceful Wat Arun.
Overview
Destination : AyutthayaStart City : Bangkok
End City : Bangkok
Tour Type : Group Tour (join-in)
Duration : Full Day
Ayutthaya Tour by White Orchid River Cruise
Itinerary
06:15 hrs
Pick up from your hotel to River City Shopping Complex.07:30 hrs
Depart for Ayutthaya, located 76 kms. north of Bangkok. It was one of Indo-China’s most prosperous cities and is one of Thailand’s major historical attractions.The grandeur of Ayutthaya is reflected by numerous magnificent structures and ruins concentrated in and around the city island surrounded by the Chao Phraya, Pa Sak and Lop Buri Rivers. The area, well conserved as a historical park, has been included in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage since 1991.09:00 hrs
Visit Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, was first used by the royal court as a summer retreat in the 17th century. However, the Palace was destroyed with the fall of Kingdom of Ayutthaya and was restored by King Rama IV in the mid-19th century. Most of the buildings that exist today date from the reign of King Rama V, who regularly spent his summers there. The structures represent a variety of architectural styles, set in a large park around ponds and waterways. The only royal residence open to the public is the Chiness-style Wehat Chamroon Palace, constructed entirely of materials imported from China. In addition, there is an Italian-style palace, a circular pavilion with steps leading down to a pool, the graceful Thai-style Aisawan Tippaya Asna Pavilion in the middle of a lake, and, across one of the waterways, a Buddhist chapel in the neo-Gothic style with stained-glass windows. Scattered around the extensive gardens are European statues as well as monuments ordered to be built by King Rama V in memory of members of his family, one of them a much-loved Queen who drowned in a boating accident.10:30 hrs
Transfer to visit Wat Mahathat is located in front of the Grand Palace to the east, next to Pa Than Bridge. The temple is believed to be one of Ayutthaya’s oldest temples, possibly built by King Boromaraja I (1370-88). Its central prang, of which only the base remains, once rose to a height of 165 feet. Traces of the original stucco decorations can still be seen on some of the surrounding chedis.
Visit Wat Na PhramenWat Na Phramen The former name of this monastery was Wat Phra Merurachikaram. Located on the bank of Khlong Sabua opposite the grand palace, the date of construction is unknown. The Ubosot design is of very old typical Thai style. The most interesting objects are the principal Buddha image, which is fully decorated in regal attire. The most interesting fact attributed to the image is that it escaped destruction when the Burmese were burning everything down. It was from the grounds of this temple that the Burmese King Chao Along Phaya decided to fire a cannon at the Grand Palace.
Visit Wat LokkayasuthaThis monastery is over a kilometer behind Wat Suanluangsopsawan adjacent to Wat Worachettharam. Accessible by the road inside the compound of the distillery plant, or through the road behind the Phlapphla Trimuk (three-gabled roof pavilion), it is in the area of the ancient palace passing Wat Woraphot and Wat Worachettharam going to the site of the large reclining Buddha, made of brick and covered with plaster, approximately 29 meters long. Many large hexagonal pillar ruins near the image are believed to be the ruins of the Ubosot.13:00 hrs
Welcome onboard a standard cruiser White Orchid River Cruise at Wat Chong-Lom pier. Superb buffet lunch which includes a delightful variety of oriental and western cuisines will be served. In the meantime, you will relax and enjoy the fascinating scenery on the River of Kings. The boat will pass Pathumthani and Nonthaburi province before reaching Bangkok City.
Afternoon – Coffee break will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sight along the river banks such as the Royal Barges, Thammasart University, the Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn.
Coffee break will be served while you enjoy the enchanting sight along the river banks such as the Royal Barges, Thammasart University, the Royal Grand Palace and the graceful Temple Of Dawn.16:00 hrs
Arrive at the River City Shopping Complex Pier.
Remark: Visitors are requested to be dressed properly and appropriately upon entering the ground of Bang Pa-In Palace. Please do not wear shorts, sandals or no-sleeves.
Rates [Valid Now – 31-OCT-2020]
| Pax | Price (THB) |
| 1-16 Pax: | 2,000 |
| 17-32 Pax: | 2,000 |
| 33+ Pax: | 2,000 |
- White Orchid River Cruise
- Transfer from/to hotel (join-in group basic)
- Air-conditioned vehicles during Ayutthaya Ancient City Tour
- English speaking guide
- All admission fees as mentioned in the program
- International buffet lunch onboard White Orchid River Cruise
- VAT 7% and all Government taxes (no service charge)
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver
- For children under 3 years old will be Free of charge.
- For children 3-12 years old we charge 70% of the adult’s price.
- For children over 12 years old we charge normal price.
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