Exploring the Rich Heritage of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, often referred to as Ayutthaya, is a city in Thailand that holds a treasure trove of historical and cultural wonders. Situated just north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya served as the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom for over four centuries, from 1350 to 1767. Today, it stands as an archaeological site, preserving the remnants of a bygone era. Historical Significance The Ayutthaya Kingdom Established by King U Thong, Ayutthaya became the epicenter of political, economic, and cultural activities in the region. The kingdom flourished, drawing influences from various civilizations, including the Khmer, Chinese, and Indian. Its strategic location along the Chao Phraya River contributed to its prosperity and significance. Architectural Marvels The city was adorned with grand temples, palaces, and monuments, showcasing the artistic and architectural prowess of the Ayutthayan people. Wat Phra Si Sanphet, with its iconic three chedis, and Wat Chaiwatthanaram, an imposing Khmer-style temple, are among the must-visit historical sites. Modern-Day Exploration Ayutthaya Historical Park Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ayutthaya Historical Park encompasses the most important ruins of the ancient city. Visitors can wander through the ancient temple complexes, marvel at the intricate stone carvings, and gain insights into the historical significance of each structure. Ayutthaya's Floating Market For a taste of local culture and cuisine, Ayutthaya's floating market is a vibrant experience. Traditional wooden boats line the waterways, offering an array of Thai dishes, fresh produce, and handmade crafts. It's a sensory journey that immerses you in the heart of Thai daily life. Tips for Travelers

Good diner with a great show! I recommend to anyone passing by Chiang Mai, to participate at this beautiful event. Great for families as well !

Great day out donna was helpful and informative the coach was good clean and had great air on much needed boat trip back was good and the food outstanding

The Best food and service with extra care Is right to show my parents this place is best of the best service in the world. Ofcause they love it’s And specifically service is extra miles. Thank you for all team at sala rimnaam

Brilliant trip to see the old city Only disappointment that the sleeping Budda was no longer gold. Return by ferry with a very good quality food supplied. Then sit and see the wonders of the river. Temples Buddas and city. Totally recommend this tour.

Very nice tour, it is a long trip startes with bus, then the lunch buffet cruise. The guide is very friendly and kind.

For our first time its not bad but we dont really like thailand food ,over all its very good and nice experiences ❤️

Really good tour. Our guide was very informative and we had a good amount of time to roam around the various temples and statues. The Boat ride back was lovely and relaxing, the food was very nice and a good variety and staff very friendly. Highly recommend this tour.

I had booked the private car package on internet. And the driver - Not arrived the hotel before 2 hours of the scheduled for picked me up. And he did the best arrangement to make sure I don’t need to queue and wait so long. He did the great job as well! Thanks, Not.

Chose this hotel due to its unique location. Rooms floating on river were fantastic. Travel by boat to reach the hotel. Unique experience down river Kwai. Staff were willing and efficient as well as friendly. Thai food was lovely but I had dodgy stomach second on the second night so ordered steak. Without going into detail, we had a number of issues but they resolved satisfactorily. Recommend.

The best way to see Ayutthaya if you don't have a lot of time. Nice bus ride to all the major sites, then catch the boat back, have a great lunch and head back to Bangkok. I've done this tour several times. This was was the best food I've had. Incredible views of the ruins, good history lessons from tour guide and ended going back to explore for a whole month. Do miss this tour.

great service good staff tour operator food transfer meals sighseeing excellent service and good copmpany

The guide First was excellent (his English is very good, he is passionate about his country and places we visited, very informative, and always willing to take photographs, etc.) We were also given ample time by ourselves to walk round and photograph the Ayutthaya temples we visited. Then, after an hour-long drive, we boarded the boat and had a marvellous buffet lunch before the relaxing boat journey back to Phnom Penh.

We took so many photos, the temples are very big. This place is very historic and beautiful. It’s a very big place, it’s filled with so many people

We had a fabulous day trip to see almost all of the sights in Koh Samui. Our guide, Palm, was simply excellent. He gauged what we were interested in to perfection. As a result, we completed a very wide itinerary without feeling rushed. Plenty of time where we wanted to explore a little more. Perfect lunch in the most wonderful location at the top of the mountain too. Palms english was excellent (thank goodness, as our Thai is almost non existent!). He noticed thing that might interest us as we travelled between planned stops. Amongst other things- a wonderful close encounter with a kingfisher, seeing the fruit growing naturally & showing us how rubber is tapped. He was clear about courtesy for the environment, others & farmers property so we felt very relaxed about enjoying our experiences without worrying that we may accidentally appear disrespectful to our hosts. Palm gave us an amazing day, lots of information, local knowledge - lots of humour- we laughed & smiled the day through. Can thoroughly recommend. 😊