14 days in Bangkok, Ayutthaya & Samut Prakan Itinerary

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Bangkok, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Ratchanatdaram Woravihara (Loha Prasat), then take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Bowonniwet Vihara, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Center. On the next day, admire the natural beauty at King Rama IX Park, contemplate the long history of The Grand Palace, then contemplate the long history of The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat), and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Suthat.

For where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Bangkok driving holiday planner.

The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Bangkok. In December, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to take a shuttle to Ayutthaya.

Located just east of the famous ruins after which it is named, Ayutthaya provides the setting for a holiday of historical, natural, and cultural exploration.

Explore hidden gems such as Wat Maha That and Wat Chaiwatthanaram. Do some cultural sightseeing at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Phra Khao Temple. Explore Ayutthaya's surroundings by going to Bang Pa-in (Phra Thinang Aisawan Thiphta-Art & Wat Niwet Thammaprawat). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Historic City of Ayutthaya and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Na Phra Meru.

To find where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Ayutthaya trip planner.

You can take a shuttle from Bangkok to Ayutthaya in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In December, daily temperatures in Ayutthaya can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can take a shuttle to Bangkok.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): explore the galleries of Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles and then wander the streets of Khaosan Road.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Bangkok day trip planning website.

Take a shuttle from Ayutthaya to Bangkok in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Samut Prakan.

Located to the southeast of Bangkok, Samut Prakan dates back to the Ayutthaya period (14th century) and houses several historical and cultural artifacts and sites.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub) and Phra Chulachomklao Fort. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Bangnoi Floating Market and Mega Bangna. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Samut Prakan: The Royal Golf & Country Club (in Bang Sao Thong), Thai Country Club (in Bang Pakong) and Nativity of Our Lady Cathedral, Bang Nok Khwaek (in Bang Khonthi). And it doesn't end there: admire the landmark architecture of Ancient City, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Bang Nam Phueng Nai, examine the collection at Erawan Museum, and make a trip to Wat Asokaram.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Samut Prakan visit app.

Traveling by car from Bangkok to Samut Prakan takes an hour. In December in Samut Prakan, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Bangkok.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Snake Farm (Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute) and Art in Paradise Bangkok. Head to Patrick & Co (Bespoke Tailors) and Khaosan Roadfor some retail therapy. Enjoy Bangkok some more: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, get a taste of the local shopping with Chatuchak Weekend Market, admire the landmark architecture of Jim Thompson House, and browse the different shops at Siam Paragon.

For ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Bangkok trip planning site.

Drive from Samut Prakan to Bangkok in an hour. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.