Begin your full-day tour with a journey north of Bangkok to Ayutthaya. The capital and namesake of a 14th-century Siamese kingdom, the preserved ruins of the city are a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with archaeological wonders—palaces, temples, and statues. Start exploring at the temple of Wat Mahathat, where you can see a special tree with the face of Buddha encased in its trunk. From there, tour mystic Wat Na Phra Men which houses a golden seated Buddha statue. Listen to your knowledgeable guide share the story of the Burmese invasion that destroyed the city, and hear how this remarkable temple was preserved from the fire.Then we continue to Vihara Phra Mongkhol Bophit, where is located next to Wat Phra Sri Sanphet. Theweis large bronze Buddha inage which was originally enshrined in the oprn area outside the royal manastery and later covered by this building. Your exploration of spiritual sites continues at Wat Lokaya Sutharam, where you can see the largest reclining Buddha image in Ayutthaya. Next, hop aboard a riverboat and enjoy a buffet lunch while cruising along the gentle currents of the Chao Phraya River. Observe locals going about their daily life along the waterfront, and see attractions like the Grand Palace and the towering spires of Wat Arun before making your way back to your hotel.