Ayutthaya temples at sunset viewed from the river.
Private tour · up to 8 peopleAyutthaya · Sunset & illuminated temples

Bangkok: Ayutthaya Sunset & Night Temples Private Tour

A private Ayutthaya experience from Bangkok focused on the most atmospheric hours of the day: golden light, illuminated temples and a relaxed pace with an English-speaking licensed guide.

Tour overview

This private tour from Bangkok is designed for travellers who want to experience Ayutthaya in the softer light of late afternoon and early evening. The program covers three of the city’s most iconic temple sites and returns to Bangkok the same night. Total duration is approximately 10 hours, but timing may vary depending on hotel location and traffic conditions around Bangkok and Ayutthaya.

Duration10 hours (approx.) – traffic may affect total timing
PickupBangkok only – hotel pick-up & drop-off
Group sizePrivate tour for up to 8 people
IncludedVan + driver, licensed English guide, entrance fees, fuel, tolls, parking, insurance

Suggested itinerary

13:30

Bangkok hotel pick-up

Private pick-up in Bangkok and departure for Ayutthaya. Exact meeting time depends on your hotel location and current traffic conditions.

15:30

Wat Mahathat

Visit one of Ayutthaya’s most famous archaeological sites, including the iconic Buddha head in the tree roots.

17:00

Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon

Explore the temple grounds, the large chedi and the reclining Buddha before sunset.

18:15

Dinner break

Free time for dinner at your own expense. Your guide can suggest a suitable local restaurant.

19:30

Wat Chaiwatthanaram at night

Discover one of Ayutthaya’s most photogenic temples beautifully illuminated after dark.

20:30

Return to Bangkok

Departure for Bangkok. Arrival is usually in the late evening, but total timing depends on traffic.

Indicative private rates

Indicative pricing

Private tour from ฿8,330 per group

Up to 8 people · from ฿1,404 per person when travelling as 8

Below is a clear guide to our minimum indicative rates for this private tour. The final quotation is reconfirmed at the time of booking based on your travel date, exact Bangkok pick-up point and live supplier availability.

Group sizeIndicative total priceApprox. price per person*
1–2 people฿8,330 per group฿4,165 pp (based on 2 people)
3–4 people฿9,030 per group฿2,258 pp (based on 4 people)
5–6 people฿10,430 per group฿1,739 pp (based on 6 people)
7–8 people฿11,230 per group฿1,404 pp (based on 8 people)

These are minimum indicative prices for private groups with Bangkok pick-up only. Final rates may vary depending on travel date, seasonal demand, exact pick-up location and supplier availability.

Included / Excluded

What is covered in the private tour and what remains at your own expense:

Included

  • Private van with driver
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees for Wat Mahathat, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and Wat Chaiwatthanaram
  • Fuel, expressway tolls and parking fees
  • Insurance per person

Excluded

  • Meals and drinks (self-paid)
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

Photo gallery

Wat Chaiwatthanaram beautifully illuminated at night.
Wat Chaiwatthanaram beautifully illuminated at night.
The famous Buddha head gently embraced by tree roots at Wat Mahathat.
The famous Buddha head gently embraced by tree roots at Wat Mahathat.
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and its impressive chedi in the warm evening light.
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and its impressive chedi in the warm evening light.

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