The 4 Best Private History Tours in Thailand

1.Private Excursion to Floating Market and Ayutthaya World Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews · from $184Our pick

Start at 7:00 a.m. to add Maeklong Railway Market, then ride a longtail boat at Damnoensaduak and explore Ayutthaya’s temples with a private guide such as Army, Gwen, Time, or Nok. Expect an air-conditioned vehicle, fruit, desserts, water, and a long day on the road.

“Amazing experience visiting the Railway Market, Floating Market and Ayutthaya. Oan was an excellent guide, friendly, knowledgeable and made us very welcome throughout the day. Gai was also a great driver and provided us with regular water and cold towels. A brilliant day all round and would highly recommend.”

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2.Private Excursion to Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage site with Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · from $159

Travel from Bangkok to Ayutthaya in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking guide. Visit Wat Yai Chai Mong Khon, Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, and Wiharn Phra Mongkhon Bophit, then circle the historic island by private boat and browse a local market.

“Johnny was the absolute best!! So knowledgeable and friendly. We had an awesome experience with him visiting these sites. Would definitely recommend to everyone!!!”

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3.The Ultimate Ancient city of Ayutthaya Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $273

Travel from Bangkok in an air-conditioned car with a private guide to Bang Pa-In Palace, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Wat Mahathat, and Wat Worachettharam. Add a riverside lunch, boat ride, and roti sai mai, with guides such as Polly, Sammy, and Big praised for clear English and local insight.

“This tour was wonderful! We went with Artty, who was a fantastic and enthusiastic guide. We truly enjoyed this trip and highly recommend it to anybody considering it! The private tour meant we could go where we preferred, and Artty knowRead more”

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4.Ayutthaya Private Guided Day Tour, 4 Ancient Temples

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 1 day · from $134Best value

Travel from Bangkok to Ayutthaya in a private sedan, SUV, or van with an English-speaking guide. Visit Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, and Wat Chaiwatthanaram, with tickets and hotel transport included.

“Great experience, and we were grateful the tour wasn’t cancelled even though we were the only 2 customers on this day.”

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