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Isan‚ Gateway to Laos
Departure day : Daily
Validity : 01 November 2011 – 31 October 2012
Applicable for : Minimum 2 persons
Itinerary : Mysteriously hiding‚ well away from mainstream tourists‚ Thailand’s northeast is the most traditional region of the country. Highlights of your escape from urban Thailand include the lush tropical forests of Khao Yai National Park‚ a UNESCO World Heritage Site‚ magnificent Khmer ruins‚ handicraft villages and a forest temple famous for mediation. The trip ends in Ubon Ratchathani‚ ready for you to head to the border at Chong Mek and cross into Southern Laos.
Province : Bangkok???Khao Yai???Nakhon Ratchasima???Ubon Ratchathani
 
 

 

Day 1 - Bangkok to Khao Yai National park (-/L/-)

Travel by road to Khao Yai National Park. Here you can observe the wildlife of over 60 species of large and small mammals and more than 300 species of birds. At the foothills of the park take an ox-cart ride to experience the ancient way of life of Thai farmers. Explore the national park on foot along the jungle trail from Pha Klay Mai to Heo Narok Waterfalls. Overnight at a nature resort in the foothills of the park.

Day 2 - Khao Yai to Korat (Nakhon Ratchasima) (B/-/-)

Korat, gateway to Isan where the food, dialects and ways of life are different from the central region of Thailand. Afternoon trip to visit Pimai to see the ruins of this famous 10th-century Khmer shrine and then on to the archaeological site of Ban Prasat where human skeletons, ancient weapons, ornaments and other artefacts have been found in pits dating back to prehistoric times. Return to overnight in Korat and some free time to explore the city.

Day 3 - Nakhon Ratchasima               (B/-/-)

Morning departure for Phnom Rung, the largest and the best restored Khmer temple complex in Thailand and the Muang Tam sanctuary, a brick structure with 5 pagodas surrounded by laterite ponds. In the afternoon visit the Pak Tongchai Silk Center to observe the process of silk production.

Day 4 - Nakhon Ratchasima to Ubon Ratchathani   (B/-/-)

Depart by day train* (approximate schedule 11:40-16:45) to Ubon Ratchathani, a major city to the east not far from the border with Cambodia.

Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. At leisure to explore the town.

 



Phnom Rung
Phnom Rung

Day 5 - Ubon Ratchathani   (B/-/-)

After breakfast set off to see the bizarre rock formations and prehistoric paintings at Pha Taem and Sao Chaliang. Continue to the cataracts at Kaeng Tana. In the afternoon visit the famous forest temple and meditation centre Wat Nong Pa Phong.

Day 6 - Ubon Ratchathani to Chong Mek   (B/-/-)

The program terminated after transfer to the border at Chong Mek for crossing into Southern Laos.



Meang Tam sanctuary
Meang Tam sanctuary
Sao Chaliang
Sao Chaliang
Pha Taem & Khong River
Pha Taem & Khong River
Price :

Trip Schedule Price US$, P/P  High season Compulsory Dinner reservation
Date Price Date Price
01 Nov 11
to 31 Oct 12
Adult - US$ 1,011
Child rate: 75%


Remark :
 
  • Program can end in Chong Mek or Bangkok.
  • A private transfer can be arranged for a supplementary charge

Services included in the price :
 

§ Accommodation: shared twin-bedded room with air conditioning and private facilities.

§ Meals: As specified in the program.

§ Transport:  Air-conditioned bus. Train

§ Misc: Local English-speaking guides during sightseeing and all activities as specified in the itinerary, including admission fees, with instruction where necessary.


Services not included in the price:
 

§ Any immigration fees and procedures for visa or border pass.   

§ Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.

§ Tips for guide and drivers / Personal expenses.


Preferred accommodation list:
 

Standard class 

Khao Yai - Juldis Khao Yai Resort  (Deluxe)

Korat – Sima Thani Hotel (Superior)

Ubon Ratchathani – Laithong Hotel (Standard)

 
 

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Appreciation to Tourism Authority of Thailand. Some of the photographs in this website are provided with the compliments of those who have joined our trips, Mr. Laurence Nelson, Mr. Soren Hammer and the Tourism Authority of Thailand .