massively overpriced tour. Unfortunately, our guide, while knowledgeable, was extremely inexperienced. It was very, very hot, over 90 degrees. Our guide had to keep asking for directions, and could not figure out how to use the bike lock that came with the rather lousy bikes that were provided for us. The bike part of the tour was very short, and the tour should not be called a bike tour. Ayutthaya itself is fascinating, but we could easily have managed the visit on our own. In regards to the tour operator - late on the day before the tour, the tour operator asked us to change the day of the tour, and when we let them know that wasn't possible, they asked us to change the time, which also wasn't possible. They then agreed to the original booking, but it was clear that they had an issue providing an experienced guide, though they seemed to be blaming the issue on the bikes. The tour operator was also very uncommunicative - they would send a text via whatsApp, I would reply, and then there would be a significant delay (nearly an hour) before their next communication.
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Lanidracl
December 18, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent
The trip was amazing. Our guide, Yute (?) was full of interesting information about Thai history and current events. Our diver, Kenk (?) was cheerful throughout what was a long day for all of us and a patient, safe driver. We could not ask for better.
We left Bangkok at noon, so we got to see the sun setting on the Ayutthaya historical park. Great experience and great for photos. The bikes were medium to small but ok. The ride was all flat, mostly in quiet areas, only one part with traffic.
Communicating with the organizers, through TripAdvisor or Sun Leisure World was a royal pain. I am still waiting for a response on the spelling of names.
I would recommend booking this tour or one like it through different companies.
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Marshall S
May 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Bike tour of Ayutthaya
I highly recommend the bike tour of Ayutthaya as it was a unique way to experience the historical sites. We took the tour with Sarinya who was very knowledgeable about the sites and took the time to answer all our questions about the temples. We really appreciated her and our drivers patience and kindness - offering us cold water, umbrellas when it rained, and even making sure to we had vegetarian options for lunch. She took lots of pictures and really made it a memorable experience for us. Thank you Sarinya!