Visit the old capital and ancient home of the Siamese kings on a full-day, private tour starting from your hotel in Bangkok. A personal guide introduces you to the ancient capital of Siam, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site and Bang Pa In, the summer palace.
All entrance fees and lunch are covered included and after the tour a transfer back to your hotel.
Posted By : NASAHB12
Our private transfer was on time and provided special accommodation to pick us up away from typical hotels. The tour guide Taim was extremely knowledgeable and her English was very good. I feel like I learned a lot about Thailand’s history from her. We stopped and toured several historical spots. She was very nice and took several photos of us which we really appreciated. I would recommend this tour for small groups or couples. It is fast paced, but it’s so hot you really are ok with getting in and out of the heat with haste. We were provided with a nice lunch. We got beer which we had to pay for on our own, which is understandable, no problem. Overall we had a good time and saw many beautiful things, the service was friendly and comfortable. Would recommend to friends and family.
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Posted On : 2023-12-31 02:07:16 
Posted By : Gottagocit
Plan for a very long day especially when trying to get back into Bangkok in the evening traffic. On Sunday it took us about 14 hours in total for the tour.
That said it was a very good tour and very doable from Bangkok if you have limited time and can’t spend a day or two in the Kanchanaburi area. You’ll visit all the major WWII sights here and you can’t help but be in awe of those who somehow managed to endure this horrific suffering in unspeakable conditions. You’ll read many reports and see photos and other descriptions of what took place here and how 10s of thousands died at the hands of Japanese soldiers during the construction of the Burma railroad.
The train ride adds little to the experience for some but does allow you to travel along a section of the actual tracks/passes laid by the POWs and perhaps feel closer to those who suffered here. On our train ride we struck a truck which abruptly ended our ride as the guide arranged for our driver who was to meet us later to drove to the wreck site and pick us up while officials cleared the track/train and removed the driver from the wreckage. Hope they survived but do not know for sure other than they were alive when we last heard.
All in all I would recommend this tour and am glad we did it.
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Posted On : 2023-12-14 00:47:34
Posted By : PeterB173
Everything worked perfectly. I Organised to be picked up at Port tour by operator Amazing Asia Tours (extra charge but not excessive; so happy) who were on the ball and kept in touch prior to pick up. Guide Mr A was great, very informative and full of enthusiasm. Long day but worth it to get around all the sights. Lunch was provided in a local Hotel which again was excellent.
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Posted On : 2023-12-12 11:41:18
Posted By : ebungay
Lucky and our driver (forgive me, can't remember his name) were terrific! Caring, informed and excellent all around! Thanks so much!
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Posted On : 2023-12-04 12:16:47 
Posted By : Dinah_S
This is an excellent side trip from Bangkok if time permits. Our private guide Lucky was prompt, pleasant, and informative. The Summer Palace and grounds were wonderful, and the temples and ruins we visited in Ayutthaya were just amazing. The tour is in a luxury van and they provide drinks, cold towels and a lovely local Thai lunch. I am very glad I booked this excursion.
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Posted On : 2023-11-19 01:48:36
Posted By : Bonnie_D
Wonderful step back into time and Thailand's history. Andy was a knowledgeable tour guide and our driver, Wat, was very pleasant.
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Posted On : 2023-11-17 21:00:24
Posted By : James_C
Great tour, tour guide was amazing! Great food (you’ll get full!) Took us to some beautiful locations and let us take as long as we wanted. thank you ?
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Posted On : 2023-11-12 21:39:36
Posted By : vemccormack
Noi was a great tour guide! She was very knowledgeable and always watched for our needs, ensuring we did not get dehydrated (it was really hot) and making sure we were cared for at lunch. She personalized the tour for us since it was private and we go through pretty quick when we visit places. She also knew the best places to take pictures and bought us delicious Thai snacks (roti)! The sites are beautiful, must see!
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Posted On : 2023-11-07 21:46:48
Posted By : DeniseAnne_M
The two most memorable parts of this tour: 1. The understanding of the Ayutthaya Kingdom which is the precursor of the modern Thailand.
2. My tour guide Mr A gave me a basic understanding & connection of Buddhism religion.
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Posted On : 2023-10-28 20:34:57
Posted By : Kory_Z
All around a wonderful experience. Highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the history of Thailand and the surrounding countries.
Our guide was very friendly and warm with the Thai smile, knowledgeable and accommodating. She knew all the great highlights to see and good vantage points for excellent photos.
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Posted On : 2023-10-19 23:10:38
