| Option | Duration | Price (to be checked) | Included | Who for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Ayutthaya and Lopburi tour | about 10 h | about $163 to $172 | guide, car, entrance fees, lunch | no logistics | See |
| From Bangkok: Monkey Lopburi and Ayutthaya Day Trip | about 10 h | from about $56 (group) | see listing | mid budget | See |
| Train and visit alone | one day | see the guide | nothing | tight budget |
What you see
Lopburi, about 150 km north of Bangkok, is known for its long-tailed macaques, which occupy Phra Prang Sam Yot, the San Phra Kan shrine and the nearby ruins. The sites, admission prices and tips are described in our page Lopburi, the monkey city. Combined with Ayutthaya, the tour starts with the Ayutthaya ruins (see Ayutthaya from Bangkok, which excursion), then continues to Lopburi.
Where to sleep for this itinerary. Stay in Sukhumvit: it is the most practical area for leaving in the morning and getting back in the evening. Compare hotels with free cancellation in Sukhumvit and see our where-to-stay guide (Bangkok) to pick the neighbourhood.
Private tour or train?
- Private tour: everything is organised and you save time, but the price per person is high, especially for a couple.
- Group excursion: cheaper, with less flexibility on timing.
- Train: very cheap, but you must organise the return and the visit time; see train trips from Bangkok.
The monkeys: safety rules
The macaques are wild. According to the tour listing, leave your valuables in the vehicle during the visit to the monkey temple, and travellers note you must watch for monkeys jumping on visitors. Carry nothing visible in your hands, do not hold out food; in case of a bite or scratch, see a hospital quickly.
Before booking
- Entrance fees are included in the private tour, but read the listing's "Included" section.
- The tour lasts about 10 hours: leave early, avoid the afternoon heat peak.
- Dress: shoulders and knees covered for temples.
FAQ
How much does the Lopburi day trip from Bangkok cost? About $163 to $172 per person on the private tour, from about $56 in a group (October 2026, to be checked).
Can I do Lopburi in one day? Yes, the central sites take a few hours; the tour combines Ayutthaya and Lopburi in about 10 hours.
Are the monkeys dangerous? They are wild animals: keep your distance and leave your belongings in the vehicle.
Is there a French-speaking guide? The listing states an English-speaking guide.
