Private Ayutthaya Ancient Temple and Floating Market Day Tour

Highlight: Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya (วัดมหาธาตุ อยุธยา)

Historic Temple Ruins
• Built in the 14th century during the Ayutthaya Kingdom
• Once housed sacred Buddha relics

Famous Buddha Head in Tree Roots
• A mysterious and iconic photo spot
• Symbol of nature and religion blending together

Ruined by War
• Destroyed during the Burmese invasion (1767)
• Now a UNESCO-listed archaeological site

Great for Sightseeing & Photography
• Ancient chedis (stupas), red-brick ruins, peaceful atmosphere
• Popular stop on Ayutthaya day tours from Bangkok

Highlight: Wat Phra Si Sanphet (วัดพระศรีสรรเพชญ์)

️ Most Important Temple in Ancient Ayutthaya
• Located in the Grand Palace area of old Ayutthaya
• Used as the royal temple — like Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok
• No monks lived here, only used for royal ceremonies

Famous for Three Large Chedis (Stupas)
• Contain ashes of three Ayutthaya kings
• Beautiful and iconic symbol of the city
• Great place for photos and learning history

Destroyed in 1767
• Burned down during the Burmese attack
• Buddha images were taken or melted

️ Now a Historical Park
• Part of Ayutthaya UNESCO site
• Peaceful ruins, good for walking and sightseeingcapital of Thailand until it was completely destroyed by the Burmese in 1767.

Wiha Highlight: Viharn Phra Mongkhon Bophit (วิหารพระมงคลบพิตร)

Home to a Giant Bronze Buddha
• Houses one of the largest seated Buddha images in Thailand
• The statue is about 12 meters tall and very sacred
• Originally built in the 15th century

Survived War and Restoration
• Damaged during the Burmese invasion (1767)
• Restored in the 1950s with help from Myanmar
• Now a fully roofed viharn (hall) beside Wat Phra Si Sanphet

Popular for Worship
• Thai people come to pray for blessings
• Incense, lotus flowers, and gold leaf offerings are common

Easy Access
• Located right next to Wat Phra Si Sanphet in Ayutthaya Historical Park
• Often included in day trips from Bangkokn Mongkhon Bopit

Highlight: Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon (วัดใหญ่ชัยมงคล)

One of Ayutthaya’s Most Impressive Temples
• Built in 1357 by King U-Thong for monks returning from Sri Lanka
• Name means “The Great Temple of Auspicious Victory”

Giant Chedi (Stupa)
• Built by King Naresuan to celebrate victory over the Burmese
• Can climb up the stairs for a great view of the temple grounds

Rows of Seated Buddha Statues
• Peaceful courtyard lined with Buddha images in yellow robes
• Very photogenic and spiritual atmosphere

Active Temple
• Still used for worship and meditation
• Visitors often release birds or make merit here

Easy to Visit
• Close to Ayutthaya city center
• Often included in Ayutthaya day tours

Highlight: Ayutthaya Floating Market (ตลาดน้ำอโยธยา)

Cultural Market by the Water
• A tourist-friendly floating market near the historical park
• Built in Thai traditional style, with wooden walkways and shops along canals
• Not an old market, but designed to feel like ancient Ayutthaya

Local Food & Snacks
• Try boat noodles, grilled river prawns, mango sticky rice
• Many vendors cook on boats or in riverside stalls
• Great place to sample Thai street food in a relaxed setting

Cultural Shows & Activities
• Daily Thai traditional performances and mini reenactments of Ayutthaya history
• Elephant rides, paddle boat rides, and photo spots in Thai costume

️ Souvenirs & Handmade Crafts
• Local products, clothes, toys, and handmade gifts
• Prices are tourist-friendly, and bargaining is welcome