Lopburi Monkey Temple & Ayutthaya Old City Tour From Bangkok
Description
Visit 2 cities in one day trip from Bangkok. During this tour we will visit some historical temples in Ayutthaya and afterwards continue to Lopburi to visit the famous monkey-temple. Ayutthaya, a kingdom that existed from 1350 to 1767, is a fantastic destination for culture lovers. During these four centuries, the country grew into the nation of Siam (the former name of Thailand), which roughly occupied the territory of modern Thailand, with the exception of the Lanna kingdom in northern Thailand. Lopburi is one of Thailand’s oldest cities, being inhabited continuously since the Dvaravati era, that started 15 centuries ago. During the 10th century Lopburi became part of the Khmer empire. The Khmers built a number of impressive monuments, many of which still exist today. During the reign of King Narai the Great in the second half of the 17th century, Lopburi was made the second capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS PER GROUP IS 10 PERSONS.
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The Phra Prang Sam Yot was built when Lopburi was under the control of the Khmer empire from Angkor. The monument was likely founded in the late 12th or early 13th century. Phra Prang Sam Yot is Lopburi’s best known landmark and one of its oldest. It is one of several monuments that date back to the Khmer era. The monument in the center of Lopburi town is perhaps best known for the large number of monkeys that run around free, constantly on the lookout for food. NOTE 1: Entrance fee of THB 80 per person is not included and has to be paid cash. NOTE 2: There are still monkeys around Phra Prang Sam Yot in Lopburi, but fewer than in the past. Many were relocated by authorities due to overpopulation. Please note that Lopburi is not a zoo; the monkeys are wild and roam freely, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. The total duration includes traveling time from Ayutthaya to Lopburi.
This history-rich city has more to offer than just cheeky monkeys! Walking around the old town, you’ll discover ancient Khmer-style temple ruins, Buddhist temples with gleaming Buddha statues, and you’ll be deeply immersed in the unique local Thai atmosphere. The total duration includes traveling time from Lopburi back to Bangkok.
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon was founded in the second half of the 14th century during the reign of King U Thong, first ruler of Ayutthaya. Highlight of the monastery is its very large imposing prang dominating the area. century. During the Burmese invasion of 1767 the temple was largely destroyed. Please note: Entrance fee of THB 20 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.
Wat Mahathat is believed to be one of Ayutthaya's oldest temples. The temple include remains of important old buildings such as pagodas, octagonal pagodas, royal hall, small temples, and the famous sand-stone Ayutthaya-style head of the Buddha image in a tree's root. Please note: Entrance fee of THB 80 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is situated on the city island in Ayutthaya’s World Heritage park. The three main chedis which have been restored contain the ashes of three Ayutthaya kings. It has been registered as a national historic site by the Fine Arts Department. Please note: Entrance fee of THB 80 per person is not included and has to be paid cash. *** The total duration includes traveling time from Bangkok to Ayutthaya. ***
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Maximum number of participants per group is 10 persons.
- Regarding our visit to Lopburi: You must always remember that, no matter what, monkeys are wild animals, not pets. Even though they may look cute, especially the young ones, we always recommend to keep your distance, not bring any food with you and keep all your belongings in your bag. You don't need to come close as it’s just as fun to watch the monkeys from a distance.
- There are still monkeys around Phra Prang Sam Yot in Lopburi, but fewer than in the past. Many were relocated by authorities due to overpopulation. Please note that Lopburi is not a zoo; the monkeys are wild and roam freely, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- Bangkok’s traffic can be heavily congested. As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply. No refund will be provided in case of late arrival.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued. Cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
- The exact departure time from the meeting point will be sent to you via private message on the booking platform one day before the tour. Please check your email (including your junk/spam folder) carefully the day before your tour to avoid any delays or missed departures.
- Depending on the number of participants, departure from the meeting point will be between 7:30 and 8:00 hrs.
Reviews(801)
Very knowledgeable and very kind guide. Beautiful places.
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Beautiful experience and very thorough guide. I highly recommend it.
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Although the guide was in English, he was very thorough in telling us about the temples and their history. Recommended
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Excellent experience and guide, everything perfect.
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Fantastic experience. Very helpful and friendly person. Thank you
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10/10 experience, the guide is great
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Amazing experience. The monkeys are so adorable
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The excursion delivered what was promised. We visited various temples. Additionally, we were able to feed monkeys. Our tour guide Surina took attentive and friendly care of us all day long. At every stop, she explained the historical background and cultural characteristics of Thailand to us.
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that the tour met your expectations and that you enjoyed visiting the temples and feeding the monkeys. It's fantastic to know that Surina took such attentive and friendly care of you while providing great insights into Thailand's history and culture. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
super kind and excellent guide, it was a trip full of culture but at the same time friendly!
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Our guide, Khun Bon, was knowledgeable about Thai history. It was an enjoyable visit.
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable visit and that Guide Bon's knowledge of Thai history made the experience so special. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
