Ayutthaya was the Burmese capital of Thailand from the 15th - 18th centuries. The Burmese influence can still be felt today as we walked around the temples and ancient ruins. Our journey started with a lunchtime river cruise. Afterwards we made our way to the most notable points of interest: Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Mahathat and Wat Chaiwatthanaram.
Following dinner in Ayutthaya, we made our way to the train station to board the 7pm train to Chiang Mai. Booking a first class cabin is the best way to go, as there are two beds, a private sink and you avoid having to navigate your way through 12 hours of trying to sleep sitting up.
Quick Facts:
-One of the hottest places we visited, wear your sunscreen!
-Lunchtime River Cruise takes about 1.5 hours
-Ayutthaya is about an hour or so from Bangkok
- The overnight train is 12 hours with shared bathroom facilities, unless you're dying to take a train I'd suggest a flight from Bangkok which is about one hour!
Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
1 day ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
1 day ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
2 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
Anne Petty
3 days ago
Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner