Route Overview
Destinations(s) : Ayutthaya
Tour Duration : Day Trip
Bike Distance : 25 Kms.
Level of Difficulty : New Rider / Family
Type of Bike : MTB / Hybrid
Terrain : Flat
Season : All Seasons

Tour Briefing :
Not far from Bangkok, this route is perfect to discover the historic treasures of Thailand. You can enjoy the ride through a UNESCO World Heritage site and see the ancient city's walls and pagodas. Feel the atmosphere of the place that was once the capital city of Thailand and absorb its history through direct experience.

Route Details :
Leave from Bangkok to Ayutthaya province in the early morning. Discover the past by cycling along the historic roads, experiencing the lovely river views, and inspecting the remains of ancient structures. The starting point is Ayutthaya Historical Park - a remarkable ancient location that has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then ride on to visit the Ancient Palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet - places that present stunning images of the old Ayutthaya kingdom. During the trip you have a chance to learn about the way of life of the people in the past by inspecting Khun Phaen's Residence, a traditional Thai teak house constructed and artistically decorated by Thai craftspeople using local wisdom. Continuing the tour, you arrive at Wat Phra Men, one of the city's most beautiful and celebrated temples. At the Klong Sa Bua Community you ride on a small road alongside the peaceful Sa Bua Canal, see how the farmers live their lives, and interact with the local villagers. You can also visit Wat Choeng Tha on the Lop Buri River, another scenic temple at which to rest and take in some of the atmosphere. It is a popular spot for taking photos of friends and family crossing the wooden bridge in front of the temple. After lunch, travel by boat to Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. The palace has a long history dating back to King Prasatthong in the 17th century. It is set amidst magnificent surroundings that you can enjoy in a shady setting. The harmonious mixture of diverse architectural styles derived from Thailand, China, and European countries is astonishing and don't miss the art on show in the buildings around the palace.

• Home - CYCLING

• Discover real local Thai life at Amphawa

• Journey back in history in the ancient city of Ayutthaya

• Experience charming rural canal life and the pottery village at Koh Kret

• From the ancient kingdom of Ayutthaya to the hidden paradise of Amphawa

• Explore the beauty of Thai life in the rich agricultural areas of the Central Plains

• The symphony of Thai life at Amphawa-historic River Kwai Bridge

• Ride along the local canal-enjoy the natural beauty of Khao Yai

• A journey through the cultural and historical lands of the Central Plains

• From the vibrant Floating Market to the serene beach of Hua Hin

• Challenge your heart around the mountains of Northern Thailand

• Embraced by the magic of Lanna-explore the purity of the Northern Kingdom

• Exotic ride from the Central Plains to a Southern Paradise