Ayutthaya Sunset Tour from Bangkok: UNESCO Temples and Peaceful Riverside Boat Cruise
by Sunleisure World
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The tour begins in Bangkok with a hotel pickup from one of two designated meeting points in the early afternoon. Participants board an air-conditioned vehicle for a one-and-a-half-hour drive to Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of Thailand. The first stop is Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, where visitors spend about 30 minutes exploring the large chedi, reclining Buddha statue, and surrounding gardens. Next, the tour continues to Wat Mahathat for 30 minutes to view the famous Buddha head entwined in tree roots and other temple ruins. After that, guests spend 30 minutes at Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a riverside temple known for its Khmer-style architecture, timed to coincide with sunset. Following the temple visits, the group boards a traditional boat for a 45-minute peaceful cruise on the Chao Phraya River. During the boat ride, travelers pass several riverside landmarks including Wat Lat Chado, Wat Kasattrathirat, St. Joseph’s Church, and Wat Phanan Choeng, which features a large seated Buddha statue from the 14th century. The calm boat ride provides a quiet way to see these sites as the sun sets. The tour concludes with a return trip to Bangkok in the early evening. Included in the tour are an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to the temples, hotel pickup and drop-off for tours starting at hotels, air-conditioned transport, and the shared traditional boat ride. Private land transport is available only for private tours. Gratuities are not included. The boat ride depends on river conditions and weather and may be changed or canceled for safety reasons.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bangkok
The tour begins at one of two meeting points in Bangkok: Hilton Garden Inn Silom at 13:00 or Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit at 13:30. Look for the Sun Leisure World Travel Desk to start the tour.
Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
From 14:30 to 15:00, visitors spend 30 minutes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, a historic temple built in 1357. This site is known for its tall chedi, reclining Buddha statue, and tranquil gardens.
30 min
Wat Mahathat
Between 15:15 and 15:45, the group explores Wat Mahathat for 30 minutes. This temple is famous for the Buddha head entwined in tree roots, alongside ancient ruins and detailed architecture.
30 min
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Visitors stay from 16:00 to 16:30 at Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a riverside temple featuring Khmer-style prang towers and balanced design. The timing allows viewing the temple at sunset.
30 min
Chao Praya River
At 17:30, the tour continues with a 45-minute traditional boat ride on the Chao Praya River until 18:15. The boat passes several landmarks, offering views of the ruins and riverside temples during sunset.
45 min
Wat Lat Chado
At about 17:35 to 17:40, the boat passes Wat Lat Chado, a temple noted for its traditional Thai architecture and quiet canal-side location away from busy tourist areas.
Wat Kasattrathirat
From 17:45 to 17:50, the cruise passes Wat Kasattrathirat, a historic temple with both ancient ruins and restored structures, known for its impressive prang tower.
St. Joseph's Church
From 17:55 to 17:60, the cruise passes St. Joseph’s Church, which features a mix of European and Thai architectural styles and represents the history of the Catholic community in Thailand.
Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
From 18:00 to 18:05, the boat passes Wat Phanan Choeng, a temple famous for its large seated Buddha statue dating from the 14th century and a peaceful atmosphere.
Bangkok
The tour ends with a return to Bangkok at approximately 18:30.
Meeting point
For Join Tour:- Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
End point
For Join Tour:- Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Ayutthaya Sunset Tour from Bangkok: UNESCO Temples and Peaceful Riverside Boat Cruise
by Sunleisure World
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.฿4,151.62Overview
The tour begins in Bangkok with a hotel pickup from one of two designated meeting points in the early afternoon. Participants board an air-conditioned vehicle for a one-and-a-half-hour drive to Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of Thailand. The first stop is Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, where visitors spend about 30 minutes exploring the large chedi, reclining Buddha statue, and surrounding gardens. Next, the tour continues to Wat Mahathat for 30 minutes to view the famous Buddha head entwined in tree roots and other temple ruins. After that, guests spend 30 minutes at Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a riverside temple known for its Khmer-style architecture, timed to coincide with sunset. Following the temple visits, the group boards a traditional boat for a 45-minute peaceful cruise on the Chao Phraya River. During the boat ride, travelers pass several riverside landmarks including Wat Lat Chado, Wat Kasattrathirat, St. Joseph’s Church, and Wat Phanan Choeng, which features a large seated Buddha statue from the 14th century. The calm boat ride provides a quiet way to see these sites as the sun sets. The tour concludes with a return trip to Bangkok in the early evening. Included in the tour are an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to the temples, hotel pickup and drop-off for tours starting at hotels, air-conditioned transport, and the shared traditional boat ride. Private land transport is available only for private tours. Gratuities are not included. The boat ride depends on river conditions and weather and may be changed or canceled for safety reasons.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bangkok
The tour begins at one of two meeting points in Bangkok: Hilton Garden Inn Silom at 13:00 or Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit at 13:30. Look for the Sun Leisure World Travel Desk to start the tour.
Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol
From 14:30 to 15:00, visitors spend 30 minutes at Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, a historic temple built in 1357. This site is known for its tall chedi, reclining Buddha statue, and tranquil gardens.
30 min
Wat Mahathat
Between 15:15 and 15:45, the group explores Wat Mahathat for 30 minutes. This temple is famous for the Buddha head entwined in tree roots, alongside ancient ruins and detailed architecture.
30 min
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Visitors stay from 16:00 to 16:30 at Wat Chaiwatthanaram, a riverside temple featuring Khmer-style prang towers and balanced design. The timing allows viewing the temple at sunset.
30 min
Chao Praya River
At 17:30, the tour continues with a 45-minute traditional boat ride on the Chao Praya River until 18:15. The boat passes several landmarks, offering views of the ruins and riverside temples during sunset.
45 min
Wat Lat Chado
At about 17:35 to 17:40, the boat passes Wat Lat Chado, a temple noted for its traditional Thai architecture and quiet canal-side location away from busy tourist areas.
Wat Kasattrathirat
From 17:45 to 17:50, the cruise passes Wat Kasattrathirat, a historic temple with both ancient ruins and restored structures, known for its impressive prang tower.
St. Joseph's Church
From 17:55 to 17:60, the cruise passes St. Joseph’s Church, which features a mix of European and Thai architectural styles and represents the history of the Catholic community in Thailand.
Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan
From 18:00 to 18:05, the boat passes Wat Phanan Choeng, a temple famous for its large seated Buddha statue dating from the 14th century and a peaceful atmosphere.
Bangkok
The tour ends with a return to Bangkok at approximately 18:30.
Meeting point
For Join Tour:- Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
End point
For Join Tour:- Meet us at BTS Saphan Taksin station Exit 2 (downstairs), Our Guide will Hold Sun Leisure World Pla card
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.