Travel to the former capital of Thailand before embarking on a relaxing river cruise back to Bangkok. Tour the deserted sights and ruins of Ayutthaya, the once illustrious capital of the Thai Empire.

Begin at Bang-pa-in (the Summer Palace). Built in the 17th century and restored in the 19th, the palace architecture strikes a balance of both Southeast Asian and European design. Stroll around the majestic buildings and gardens, set about a grand ornamental pond.

Your guide will lead you through the evocative ruins of the once-magnificent city, the capital until 1767 AD. Wander through sights like Wat Yai Chai Mongkon—a meditation temple built in 1357. Feel the haunting tranquility of a massive sleeping Buddha, the towering stupa, and the plumeria-scented courtyard filled with countless statues of meditating Buddhas.

Just after noon, board the luxurious River King at Wat Pai Lom Pier and cruise onto the River of Kings. Floating back to Bangkok, sit down to a sumptuous Thai buffet lunch, and relax as you drift past the beautiful scenery of Thailand.

Inclusions :

• Roundtrip transfers from your Bangkok hotel
• English-speaking tour guide
• River cruise
• Thai buffet lunch

Available:
Daily

Departure time and location:
Approx. 6:30; from the lobby of your Bangkok hotel

Return time and location:
Approx. 4:30-5:30; to the lobby of your Bangkok hotel

Duration:
10-11 hours

After you book your activity, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it is critical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.

Exchange your voucher for activity:
Reservation confirmation is required. Please contact Powersnorkel at least 24 hours prior to your preferred tour date to reserve your place and confirm your pick-up location and time. On the day of your tour, plan to meet your tour guide in the lobby of your hotel at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time. Please present your tour voucher to the guide before starting the tour. Please note: you do not need to dial "011" to contact Powersnorkel when dialing from within Thailand.