On behalf of Slow Life Bicycle Tour by Guide Jimmy, we have created this itinerary for you to enjoy a relaxed and immersive journey through Ayutthaya, combining UNESCO World Heritage temples, the historic Royal Palace, local culture, peaceful walking routes, and authentic Ayutthaya snacks.
Meeting & Starting Time
Morning: Meet at 9:45 a.m. at Wat Mahathat, in the seating area beside the ticket counter, for registration and a short introduction. The tour starts at 10:00 a.m.
Afternoon: Meet at 2:30 p.m. at the same location. The tour starts at 2:45 p.m.
The Tour
We begin by exploring Wat Mahathat together. Your local, English-speaking, DOT-licensed guide will walk around the temple with you, introducing its different sections and buildings while sharing its history, architecture, religious significance, and fascinating stories.
During the temple visit, you are welcome to stay with the guide and group or explore some areas independently at your own pace. If you choose to explore on your own, please return to the agreed meeting location at the time advised by your guide so the group can continue together.
From Wat Mahathat, we continue on foot along a quiet, tree-lined back road away from the main tourist route. This peaceful walking trail leads us to the historic Ayutthaya Royal Palace, the former royal palace complex of the ancient capital. We will explore the palace area and learn about its important role in Ayutthaya’s history before continuing towards the temple zone.
Along the way, you will have the opportunity to taste famous local snacks from Ayutthaya, included in the tour price, and experience a small part of the city’s local food culture.
We then take a local tuk-tuk transfer to Wat Ratchaburana. Your guide will introduce the history and important features of the site before the tour ends here.
The morning tour finishes around 1:00 p.m., while the afternoon tour finishes around 5:45 p.m. The afternoon tour follows the same itinerary and includes the same experiences as the morning tour.
After the tour, Wat Ratchaburana is a convenient location to find lunch or dinner or continue exploring Ayutthaya. Your guide will also be happy to recommend nearby boat trips, bicycle tours, food tours, tattoo tours, and other local experiences according to your interests.
This Tour Is a Good Fit For
Travellers continuing north by overnight train
Ideal if you are visiting Ayutthaya during the day and taking an overnight train to Northern Thailand in the evening. You can explore key historical highlights before continuing your journey.
Travellers visiting Ayutthaya as a day trip
Suitable if you plan to visit Ayutthaya and return to Bangkok on the same day, either by train or private vehicle, without staying overnight.
Travellers staying overnight in Ayutthaya
A relaxed way to discover Ayutthaya’s major historical highlights with a local guide while leaving plenty of time afterwards to continue exploring the city independently.
