Lopburi Monkey Temple & Ayutthaya Ancient City: Day Trip from Bangkok Covering 2 Historic Locations

Explore the historical temples of Ayutthaya and visit the famous monkey temple in Lopburi on this day trip from Bangkok. Discover the rich culture and ancient ruins of these two historic cities.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Phra Prang Sam Yot - Constructed during the period when Lopburi was governed by the Khmer empire from Angkor, Phra Prang Sam Yot likely dates back to the late 12th or early 13th century. It stands as Lopburi’s most renowned landmark and one of its oldest structures, among several monuments from the Khmer era. Located in the heart of Lopburi town,…
What's Included
  • Hotel pick up & drop off (ONLY from hotels in Khao San Road area and hotels on Siam Square area)
  • English speaking guide
  • One bottle of drinking water per person
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Food
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities for driver and guide (optional)
  • Admission fees
  • Admission fees
  • Admission fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a dual-city day tour from Bangkok.
The itinerary includes a journey to the historical temples in the city of Ayutthaya, before heading to Lopburi, the home of the renowned monkey temple.
Ayutthaya, a kingdom that flourished from 1350 to 1767, is a superb locale for aficionados of cultural history. Over these centuries, it expanded into what…

Location
WanderSiam - Tour Operator
Thanon Chaokhamrop
WanderSiam office in Chao Khamrop Road, next to the Tai Hong Kong Shrine.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Angi
Mar 11, 2026
A fantastic experience and must see! - This morning we met at the tour office in Chinatown. Piya was our guide. We had such an amazing experience.! the car ride out was air-conditioned and comfortable. Piya knew to stop at the gas station and get snacks for the monkeys. We also bought some coffee and snacks for the ride for us! Piya knew all the tricks to get the monkeys on your shoulders, it was so fun!! The ruins in Ayutthaya are a must see. Piya was so knowledgeable regarding the history. We learned so much in this tour! One of my highlights was trying the palm juice from a little lady that makes it fresh daily in Ayutthaya. This was a fantastic experience from beginning to end!
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Michaela
Mar 9, 2026
Very Satisfied Tour Around Bangkok - This day trip to Ayutthaya and Wafuri (Monkey City) was a great experience. The trip is well arranged and the timing is comfortable, not particularly rushed. The tour guide was very professional and enthusiastic, explaining in detail the history of the Ayutthaya dynasty, the background of the war that year, and the architectural styles and characteristics of the different temples during his visit to the temple. Originally it was just a look at the monuments, but it was very rewarding to really understand the stories behind these sites through the guided tours. The whole trip was well serviced, the traffic was smooth and it was a very relaxing and informative day trip. This itinerary is highly recommended if you want to schedule a day in Bangkok to see historical sites.
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Jadenandrea_c
Mar 6, 2026
Wonderful! - I recommend this trip to everyone, the guide is fantastic! We felt at home and he explained everything calmly in every detail:)
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R6940moandreas
Mar 6, 2026
Amazing guided tour in Ayutthaya!! - We are three Italian guys, and the guided tour to Ayutthaya was a wonderful experience! Thanks to our guide, PaYe, who took great care in accompanying us and explaining every place in detail. He also brought us to see the monkeys that inhabit this area! We highly recommend this organized trip and hope you get a guide as attentive to detail as PaYe!! 😊
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91jadenc
Mar 6, 2026
Beautiful experience! - Pia was very kind and professional. She explained the history of the temples very clearly, and she even took us to see a hidden gem full of monkeys. We were lucky enough to be alone on the tour, so we were treated excellently.
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Dagdng
Feb 21, 2026
Interesting and fun day trip! - Piya was a terrific tour guide - personable and knowledgeable. He spoke English beautifully and went out of his way to make sure we had a great day. Deo was our driver. He had a nice, clean, well air conditioned car and was a good driver. I would highly recommend this tour.
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U5227iqdiegom
Feb 19, 2026
A phenomenal excursion - It's been a great outing. Our guide, Piya, and the driver, Nu, have helped us in everything. No doubt I would repeat.
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Ronaldal353mf
Feb 14, 2026
Temples, monkeys, good food and company. - Awesome experience!! Guide was very friendly, and was very informative. Really enjoyed the tour, and highly recommend this tour. The temples were breathtaking and a magical experience.
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S8151aytodde
Feb 14, 2026
Awesome experience! - Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Piya is very knowledgeable about the history off his country and very enthusiastic about showing us the site.I would highly recommend. The drive was pleasant and excellent at navigating the road. The van was great with great a/c and roomy. The Monkeys was the highlight and also we had a great Thai lunch. Thank you team!
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Harrison_h
Feb 13, 2026
Good but could be improved - Overall we enjoyed this tour but there is room for improvement. The van was comfortable and the hotel pickup was flawless. Lopburi is a very long drive from Bangkok and unfortunately there are no longer any monkeys at the monkey temple. However, we did see a few monkeys around town and I enjoyed seeing the small Khmer era temple ruins. On our drive to Ayutthaya, our guide took us to a park that had a lot of monkeys. He fed them and we were able to get close and take some great pictures. It was a lot of fun to walk among the monkeys and watch them play in the water! However, this stop was very brief and we would have liked more time with the monkeys. Since our monkey experience was much closer to Ayutthaya, I feel like Lopburi could be skipped unless you have a particular interest in the Khmer ruins. Perhaps WanderSiam should consider a version of the tour that includes the nearby monkeys instead of trekking out to Lopburi. As someone who loves ruins and ancient sites, Ayutthaya was spectacular and a must see! However, be prepared for a lot of sun and sweltering heat. Our guide was friendly and seemed generally knowledgeable, but the language barrier made him difficult to understand. We had to prompt him with a lot of questions and did not learn as much as we would have liked. I ended up reading a lot about Ayuttthaya on my phone to fill in the gaps. Your experience may vary depending on what guide you get. In summary, we were still glad we booked this tour, but would have liked more monkey time and more historical information.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).