This tours features the ancient cities of
Ayutthaya,
the ancient
Thai capital for 417 years; Phimai, home of ruins of
fascinating ancient Khmer architecture; and
Buri Ram, known as the City of
Pleasantness. Many
ancient ruins and art works can be seen in these historic sites when the Thais were forced southwards by
its northern neighbors. During this period, 33 kings of different dynasties ruled the kingdom until
it was sacked by the Burmese in 1767.
This is
truly a journey back in time. Sightseeing inAyutthaya includes visits to Bang Pa-in Palace, the ruins of Vihara Phra Mongkonbopit
and Wat Phra Si
Sanphet; followed by an excursion to the town of Phimai,
home of the world's biggest banyan tree
and the Khmer Temple, similar in size and layout to the
temple of Angkor Wat built in the early 12th century; and an excursion
to Buri Ram to visit the famous Prasat Phanom Rung and
Prasat Muang Tam Khmer-style stone castles.
Transportations between Ayutthaya, Phimai, Khao
Phanom Rung
Hotel American Breakfasts Daily
Most meals per itinerary
Private Tour:
Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional
English-speaking guides
TOUR ITINERARY:
Day 1.
Depart Bangkok for Ayutthaya, ancient capital of Siam. Visit Bang
Pa-in Palace, the ruins of Vihara Phra Mongkonbopit and Wat Phra Si
Sanphet. Accommodation at
KRUNG SRI RIVERSIDE HOTEL. (L,D)
Day 2.
Depart for Phimai to visit the ruins of a Khmer temple and the Banyan
Tree Park. After lunch, continue to Buri Ram to visit the famous
Prasat Phanom Rung and Prasat Muang Tam Khmer-style stone castles.
Accommodation at SIMA THANI HOTEL. (B,L,D)
Day 3.
Return to Bangkok, enroute visit Buddha's footprint at Sarburi. (B,L)
2008/09 Tour Price (Prices valid thru December 31st, 2009)
Hotel
Half
Twin
Single
Supplement
As listed above
575
115
Supplement for 1 person
traveling alone: $325
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Price is per person, based on
double occupancy
Price
excludes personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
