Step into Siam’s golden age in Ayutthaya and meet the monkeys of Lopburi!
We leave Bangkok in the morning for a full-day journey through Thailand’s rich past, visiting the historic cities of Ayutthaya and Lopburi.
Our first stop is Ayutthaya, the glorious kingdom that flourished from 1350 to 1767 and was once the beating heart of Siam. For over four centuries it was a thriving centre of trade, culture, and religion, attracting merchants from across the world.
Its golden era came to an end when the Burmese army invaded in 1767, setting the city ablaze and leaving it in ruins.
Today, Ayutthaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and wandering among its magnificent remains feels like stepping back in time. We will visit three of its most iconic temples: Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon with its towering chedi and serene Buddha statues, Wat Mahathat with the famous Buddha head entwined in tree roots, and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, the former royal temple of the Ayutthaya kings.
From Ayutthaya we continue to Lopburi, a city with a history stretching back more than 1,500 years. It first rose to prominence during the Dvaravati era, later becoming part of the Khmer Empire in the 10th century, which left behind impressive monuments still standing today.
In the 17th century, King Narai the Great made Lopburi the second capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Nowadays, the city is just as famous for its mischievous residents: hundreds of playful long-tailed macaques that roam the streets and temple grounds.
Our visit to Phra Prang Sam Yot, the famous monkey temple, is a chance to watch these lively creatures in action as they leap across the ancient Khmer ruins.
This day offers a perfect blend of fascinating history, stunning architecture, and unforgettable encounters with Lopburi’s cheeky monkeys.
Pick up/Meeting point:
We provide hotel pick-up only from accommodations located on/near Khao San Road and on Siam Square.
If you are not an actual guest at one of the hotels in our pick-up area, the designated meeting point will be our office on Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. Our office in Chinatown is just a short 5-minute walk from Wat Mangkon MRT (metro) station.
For the exact location of our WanderSiam office on Google Maps, please click HERE.
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157 Comments
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Good tour
Great tour, very nice sites. Guide was great, full day trip was good. Would recommend the tour for those who want to see temples and monkeys.
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Awesome
great trip. lots of fun and even more monkeys. monkeys jumping all over you, so better do not wear white clothes….. 😉
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The great experience of Thailand culture.
Fantastic…. Everything was spot on…. Piya was look after our group in a very professional manner…. He give us a lot of information about Thailand history and culture….
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Totally Unique and Authentic”
This is beyond our expectation! We got lucky that there were only us in the group, so it’s kinda private. We went on Monday, so not so crowded. The highlight is the “monkey shepherd-ing”, if you will. It’s such a unique experience, i don’t think you can find anywhere else. And our guide, Piya, is the best. He knows every details! God bless him! 50 bucks per person for this whole day experience is totally worth it. I also argue both Western and Eastern travelers would love this tour! Just watch out for the heat 😉
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Excellent day out from Bangkok
Great tours at both sites (temples and monkeys) and Piya was fantastic host, very knowledgeable and great at keeping everyone entertained and enthusiastic!