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Ayutthaya World Heritage tour by car
TOUR
CODE : BKKAYU
Among the “must see” attractions in Thailand is a visit to Ayutthaya,
the former capital of Thailand situated 76 kilometers north of Bangkok.
The Thai capital for 417 years, Ayutthaya is one of Thailand's major
tourist attractions. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen
in the city, which was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong. 33 kings
of 5 dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was destroyed by the Burmese
in 1767.
During this day trip you will visit the principal sights: Wat
Sri Sanphet - this important and outstanding monastery was used
as a residential palace in the reign of King Ramathibodi I. Wat
Phananchoeng: This monastery existed before Ayuttaya was founded
as the capital. The principal 19 metres high Buddha image is made
of stucco and is the most revered by the inhabitants of Ayutthaya.
Wat Yai Chaimongkhol: The chedi at this monastery is among
the largest in Ayuttaya and was built by King Naresuan (1590-1605).
There are many Buddha images and a beautiful garden behind this
chedi. This tour also includes a boat trip to Bang-Pa-In,
the former Royal Summer Residence, which represents a fine example
of Thai architecture.
| Tour departure : |
Daily from Bangkok hotels |
| Duration (approximate) : |
08:00 –18:00 hrs |
| Transfer from/to hotel included : |
YES |
| Meals included : |
LUNCH |
| Language : |
English speaking guide |
Bang Pa-In Palace, Ayutthaya
Bang Pa-In Palace is not situated in Ayutthaya city proper, but
is well worth making an effort to get to see. The palace comprises
a collection of buildings of various ages and various architectural
styles surrounded by a lake. Originally built by King Prasattong,
Bang Pa-In was the residence of all the kings in the Ayutthaya period
but it was let unoccupied when Bangkok became the capital. Its importance
was reestablished in 1851 when King Mongkut restored the palace
and monarchs resumed residing there. Bang Pa-In Palace compound
houses a number of important buildings. The public can only go inside
two of these building: Phra Thinang Wehat Chamrun - a Chinese-style
building intended for use during rainy seasons – and Phra Thinang
Withun Thatsana - a tower-like ‘observatory’ with a number of balconies
to take in good views of the palaces gardens. Other buildings worthy
of note include Phra Thinang Aisawan Thippa –a pavilion standing
in the middle of the lake - and Phra Thinang Warophat Phiman – a
two-storey building that housed King Mongkut's apartments and reception
hall
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Private Tour means that individual tour with private transportation and guide.
Join Tour or Seat-In-Coach means that join-in tour with other party.
Tour Price Include:
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Transporation with A/C |
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English Speaking guide |
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Entrances fee for visited places as mentioned
in tour program |
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Pick-up & dropoff from your hotel included,
otherwise stated |
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Meal as mentioned in tour program |
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