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Lopburi Monkey Temple: Thailand's Rich History Tour
4.8
23 Ratings
Khwaeng Somdet Chao Phraya
Explore Lopburi’s Monkey Temple, Wat Muang’s colossal Buddha, and Ayutthaya’s majestic ruins on a captivating cultural tour from Bangkok.
Explore Lopburi’s Monkey Temple, Wat Muang’s colossal Buddha, and Ayutthaya’s majestic ruins on a captivating cultural tour from Bangkok.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wat Mahathat - Wat Mahathat, located in Ayutthaya, Thailand, is a significant historical and cultural site renowned for its majestic ruins and towering prang (a type of Thai pagoda). Constructed in the 14th century, it was once a thriving center of Buddhist worship and a symbol of the kingdom’s prosperity. The temple complex was not only a…
- Wat Mahathat - Wat Mahathat, located in Ayutthaya, Thailand, is a significant historical and cultural site renowned for its majestic ruins and towering prang (a type of Thai pagoda). Constructed in the 14th century, it was once a thriving center of Buddhist worship and a symbol of the kingdom’s prosperity. The temple complex was not only a religious hub but also served as a royal monastery, housing relics of the Buddha. Today, visitors are drawn to its iconic Buddha head entwined within the roots of a Bodhi tree, a haunting yet mesmerizing sight that embodies the passage of time and the resilience of spiritual heritage amidst the ravages of history.
What's Included
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed English speaking tour guide
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed English speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee Wat Mahathat (50 THB per person)
- Entrance fee Wat Phra Si Sanphet (50 THB per person)
- Entrance fee Phra Prang Sam Yot (THB 50 per person)
- Food
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guide (not mandatory)
- Entrance fee Wat Mahathat (50 THB per person)
- Entrance fee Wat Phra Si Sanphet (50 THB per person)
- Entrance fee Phra Prang Sam Yot (THB 50 per person)
- Food
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guide (not mandatory)
Additional Information
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Thailand’s rich history and cultural heritage with our Lopburi Monkey Temple, Wat Muang, and Ayutthaya attractions tour.
Begin your adventure in Lopburi, where mischievous monkeys roam freely amidst ancient ruins at the Monkey Temple. Marvel at the captivating Phra Prang Sam Yot, an iconic Khmer-style…
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Thailand’s rich history and cultural heritage with our Lopburi Monkey Temple, Wat Muang, and Ayutthaya attractions tour.
Begin your adventure in Lopburi, where mischievous monkeys roam freely amidst ancient ruins at the Monkey Temple. Marvel at the captivating Phra Prang Sam Yot, an iconic Khmer-style temple adorned with intricate carvings.
Next, venture to Wat Muang in Wiset Chaichan, where you’ll be awestruck by the colossal seated Buddha statue, one of the tallest in the world, amidst serene surroundings.
Finally, explore the majestic ruins of Ayutthaya, once the thriving capital of Siam. Visit Wat Mahathat to witness the iconic Buddha head entwined in Bodhi tree roots and explore the grandeur of Wat Phra Si Sanphet’s royal stupas.
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and architectural splendor of these historic sites on this unforgettable tour.
Location
Sanam Chai
ถนน พระปกเกล้า
Exit 1, Museum. Your guide will wait there.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(23 Ratings)
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X9303qlpaolac
Jan 25, 2025
Perfect First Day in Thailand! - Geng was an incredibly warm and talented tour guide, making for an unforgettable and perfectly paced day tour. I would highly recommend this tour even for DIY travellers who don't normally do tours. You see such a wide variety of breathtaking sights, eat at the cutest cafe surrounding by fields of green, flowers, a view of the giant Buddha, and and a goofy Pikachu, and get to escape the heat at great intervals to the comfortable AC of the car.
Also, the tour finishes at the monkey temple, which a lot of Ayutthaya tours don't include, and this is a must visit for any Thailand trip. It is pretty tough to beat!
Thank you, Geng!
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Pathfinder218794
Jan 17, 2025
Mr Note is a great guide. Had so much fun! - Mr. Note was the best tour guide! He showed us amazing points of interest, was very personable and funny and had a lot of valuable information. He knew the perfect photo-ops and we saw a lot throughout our 9 hour day. I recommend this tour for anyone spending a couple days in the Bangkok area.
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John
Dec 29, 2024
A thoughtful guide and an unforgettable experience! - This was a truly remarkable adventure! Geng, our guide, went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable and seamless day. His thoughtfulness and genuine care for everyone in the group made a big difference. On top of that, his excellent English allowed him to explain the history and significance of each site in a way that was engaging and easy to understand.
The ancient temples were awe-inspiring, offering a serene contrast to Bangkok’s bustling golden temples. The highlight for many of us was getting to see the monkeys up close—a magical way to end the day. We appreciated having plenty of time at each stop, which made the experience feel relaxed and immersive.
If you’re planning to visit Bangkok, this tour is an absolute must. Huge thanks to Geng for his kindness, knowledge, and incredible hospitality, as well as to our driver for making the journey so smooth.
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K_rlisak0tsg
Dec 23, 2024
Truly amazing - Great way to spend a day and learn about the ancient cultures and see the temple ruing. Totally recommend for anyone that wants to learn and see different kinds of temples and Buddhas. The last place also has a lot of monkeys that are very playful. But you have to be careful, because when they get too playful their parents might get aggressive or they themselves and start to bite.
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Kaiya0808
Dec 3, 2024
Unique ancient temples and up close monkeys - What a fantastic unique experience! Our guide Geng was welcoming and had great facts about each location. He was friendly and ready to answer any questions we had, ensuring we had a great trip.
The ancient temples are a great sight in contrast to the modern golden temples in the city and the monkeys to end the trip were such a highlight. The locations were each interesting and we spend a good amount of time at each without feeling rushed or bored.
I’d definitely recommend this trip to people visiting Bangkok. Thank you to our guide Geng and also our driver!
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Alexandrosk448
Nov 26, 2024
Best guide - Our guide to the Monkey Temple was truly exceptional, offering a unique and insightful experience that set him apart as one of a kind.
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Frederikg518
Nov 20, 2024
A fascinating trip to some of the most significant religious and historic sites north of Bangkok - I think this might well be one of my favorite tours I have done during my stay in Thailand. Meeting at a key MRT station made it a remarkably easy start to the day, and after 7/10 participants ended up having to reschedule, we ended up getting what was effectively a private tour for the three of us who had turned up to the tour.
What followed was a string of exciting and fascinating stops at the major religious and political sites associated with the Ayutthaya Kingdom of the 14th-18th century, visiting some of the largest and most imposing temples in the country. As a history lover, I was delighted by how knowledgeable and engaged our guide Mr. Geng was with the tour, constantly sharing anecdotes and tidbits about the various sites, with a particular love for the vairous ghost stories which were associated with the sites we were visiting.
While I enjoyed all of the stops on the tour, the Grand Buddha statue with its numerous associated displays, the Lopburi Temple with its fun-loving monkeys and the two grand temples of Ayutthaya were among the most enjoyable of the stops.
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Pavlos_p
Nov 5, 2024
Great experience. It will... - Great experience. It will be unforgettable.
Patsayuit was a great tour guide and he shows interested in us the whole travel! He really cares, he is so friendly and made our day even better! Highly recommend Patsajyuit as your tour guide
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660stanislavap
Nov 2, 2024
Great experience - Awesome trip, we loved every bit of it!
Johnny is a great guide, we learnt a lot about Thai history and culture.
Definitely recommend!
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Casadelfinazul
Nov 21, 2024
They couldn't care less. - I encourage everyone that want to visit this country to make sure you go take some Thai classes first, we lost our tour that day because the grab driver got lost and didn't pick us on time, even do we where up since 5:30am,
He didn't speak English so he didn't understand our pick up point, so we where late, I try calling but they could wait for us, I understand is not their fault , but it wasn't our fault either that they live out of tourism here and don't even try speaking the basics, they try to reschedule, but on a day we where all ready gone. They said they sorry for my situation that is high season, but pretty much in other words is like, we don't really care we all ready have your money and don't even bother to try helping you. Anyways I know this been the worst country I ever visited and I will never again waist nor my time, nor my money here again. Hope Karma doesn't hit you hard.
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