Thailand · HISTORICAL TOURS
The 15 historical tours worth booking, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. Number one is first for a reason, so start there and work down.
Review of the $28 Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok, covering temples, Bang Pa-In Palace, transport, guides, value, dress rules, and practical tips.
“i like it verry much . a beautifull experience .beautifull country”
Review of TripGuru’s small-group Ayutthaya tour from Bangkok, covering temples, Bang Pa-In Palace, transport, costs, guides, and practical tips.
“Ayutthaya day tour from Bangkok offered a great way to see the ancient ruins without much hassle. Reliable transport and a knowledgeable guide took us to main sites like Wat Phra Si Sanphet with its tall chedis and Wat Mahathat's famous tree-entwined Buddha head. Small group size (just 6 of us) meant better photo opps. Heat was tough in the afternoon, but umbrellas were available at each site to provide some much needed shade.”
Review of Bangkok’s River Kwai day tour, with Death Railway history, WWII memorials, train ride, lunch, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Pros: Overall great trip, enjoyed seeing historic sights, train ride and countryside. Con: Would have liked a ittle bit more time at museum.”
Explore Ayutthaya from Bangkok with palace and temple visits, a small group, English guide, transport, and practical costs to know.
“Our guide Coco was so warm and funny, I really enjoyed her leading our group and sharing her knowledge about the various sites. The lunch spot was also very good! A very enjoyable day all in all.”
Explore Chiang Mai’s oldest temples, Lanna architecture, and Buddhist history on a relaxed three-hour walking tour with a local guide.
“We had a tour with only 2 people in it as many just got their dates wrong, so we pretty much got personal guide. We learned so much, our guide was super nice and knowledgable. I asked for food recomendations and I got myself the best khao soi in town!! I shared my knowledge with a friend while visiting the temples in the evening, really recommend the tour if you want to learn more about the cities history and the temples it self :)”
Review of Bangkok’s private day trip to Damnoensaduak, Ayutthaya, and optional Maeklong Railway Market, with practical tips on time and value.
“Our guide Nok and our driver Mr Vee were an incredible team! Nok led us through the markets and temples efficiently, always had interesting facts to share, could answer all of our questions, and made sure we tried the tastiest snacks along the way. She also took great pics of us along the way. The train market, floating market, and Ayutthaya trip was perfect! This was the best coordinated tour of our trip with no waiting around and a nice air conditioned car.”
Visit Ayutthaya’s famous temples from Bangkok, then watch sunset ruins glide by on a one-hour river cruise for $32 per person.
“Nina was wonderful! Loved seeing a different part of Thailand with so much history! Nina took us to the market and got us some “safe” food which we enjoyed and greatly appreciated. The boat trip was all so a treat at sundown! Private tour was the way to go and Nina was perfect!”
Review of a private Bangkok to Ayutthaya tour with temples, local desserts, private transport, and a one-hour boat ride around the ruins.
“Guide Kim (& the driver) was absolutely fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable & engaging. A thoroughly enjoyable experience! More than 5 stars!!!!”
Watch five Muay Thai bouts, witness the Wai Khru Ram Muay, and enjoy an exciting night at Ao Nang Landmark Stadium in Krabi.
“Great atmosphere and at the heart of Ao Nang market so easy to find.”
Cycle Sukhothai’s rice fields, villages, canals, and UNESCO ruins with a local guide, lunch, bikes, hotel transfers, and drinks included.
“The guide was super friendly and I learned lots about Thailands history and general information. I had a really good time!”
Explore Chiang Mai’s Old City by bike, visiting temples, gates, monuments, and local markets on a relaxed morning or evening tour.
“The tour was extraordinary! I got to learn a lot about the history of Chiang Mai.”
Review of Bangkok’s River Kwai day tour, with WWII sites, the Death Railway, cemetery, train ride, lunch, transport tips, and honest value advice.
“Picked up from local hotel in Bangkok by mini bus. Long day but worth every penny for a once in a lifetime experience. Visiting JEATH museum with re creation of POW hut/accommodation, then a visit to Commonwealth War Graves, which Read more”
Explore Chiang Mai’s temples, markets, and back lanes by bike on a relaxed four-hour Old City tour with snacks and an English-speaking guide.
“Amazing trip! Biked through the back alleys and areas of Chiang Mai only a local would know. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and safely brought us through the city. Lots of delicious snacks throughout too!”
Explore Ayutthaya by bicycle, from Pom Phet Fort to temple ruins, local neighborhoods, markets, snacks, and a river ferry crossing.
“We enjoyed a fun morning riding thru the backstreets of Ayathya to the Historical Park. Lek, our guide, was very informative, easy to understand and helpful when it came to catching a boat across the river with our bikes. She kept us supplied with water on a hot day, and was happy to let our small group of 4 take our time to enjoy the experience. Highly recommended.”
Cycle through rice fields, villages, and Sukhothai’s ancient temples on a small-group tour with lunch, bikes, guide, tickets, and hotel pickup.
“Miaow is a great guide, knowledgeable, funny, thoughtful, and speaks English very well. Perfect tour”
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