Activities PhraNakhon Si Ayutthaya
this some of the most popular activities in Ayutthaya:
Boat Trips
A long-tail boat trip offers a fun alternative to exploring Ayutthaya’s scenic riverside. These narrow boats can navigate through the narrow khlongs (canals), The fare depends on the route and duration of your journey.
Cycling and Night Cycling
Besides elephant rides, cycling is a great way to explore the areas around Ayutthaya Historical Park.
Elephant Rides and Mahout Training
Another activity that’s worth considering if you are thrilled by the thoughts of exploring Ayutthaya’s temple ruins on elephant back. Opposite Khum Khun Phaen in the Ayutthaya Historical Park, Ayutthaya Elephant Camp offers elephant rides as well as daily shows and feeding from 9:00 to 17:00. Ayodhaya Elephant Village (next to Ayodhaya Floating Market) has overnight mahout training programmes, in addition to elephant riding trips to nearby temples, for those interested to get real close up and personal with a pachyderm.
River Cruises
Fringed by picturesque temple ruins and rural villages, Ayutthaya’s riverside sets the stage for a scenic river cruise. Catch a glimpse of Ayutthaya of yesteryear as you embark on a river journey down the Pasak and Chao Phraya Rivers. Day cruises usually cover major temples and attractions along the riverbanks, while dinner and overnight cruises feel more romantic, with an unfolding backdrop of the river sunset and candlelight dinner enhancing the mood of the evening.