The 14 days North – East journey in Thailand is perfectly suitable for the adventurous traveler. This journey will bring you to Bangkok, Buriram, Ubon Ratchathani, Nakhon Phanom, and Nong Khai. You will end the program with a few days on the relaxed beach of Hua Hin. You will make this journey per public transport combined with private transfers, a great experience.
Day 1: Bangkok (-)
Arrival at the international Airport of Bangkok. You will be welcomed by our guest service who will transfer you per private minivan to your hotel in the center of the city. In the afternoon and evening, you have free at leisure to spend as per your wishes. Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2: Bangkok (Breakfast)
After breakfast, you will visit the cultural highlights of Bangkok. You visit the Grand Palace (royal palace) and the Wat Pho (lying Buddha). In the afternoon you have free at leisure to visit the local markets or the big shopping malls in Bangkok. Of course, you can also relax at the pool. Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3: Bangkok – Buriram (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning you will be picked up for a transfer to the train station. The train departures at 05:45 AM. The train will take about 6 hours before it arrives at the destination: Buri Ram. On the train, a small and simple lunch will be served.
After arrival at the train station of Buriram, you can take a Tuk Tuk transfer to the hotel. In the evening you can make a nice walk to the center of the city or visit one of the many local markets. Overnight in Buriram.
Day 4: Buriram (Breakfast)
Today you have breakfast at the hotel. The rest of the day free at leisure for you to fill as per your wish. We recommend visiting the Temples Phanom Rung Historical Park and Prasat Hin Muang Tam. Both are from the Khmer Period. Visiting the wat Khao Anghan might be a good idea as well, based on a big volcano. The Buriram Soccer station is also worth a visit. Overnight in Buriram.
Day 5: Buriram – Ubon Ratchathani (Breakfast)
After breakfast, you will be picked up by our guide and brought to the train station of Buriram. From here you will depart by train to Ubon Ratchathani. When you arrive in Ubon Ratchathani you can check in at the hotel.
The remaining hours of the day you are free at leisure to visit some highlights of the city. Or you might want to think what your next day will look like. Overnight in Ubon Ratchathani.
Day 6: Ubon Ratchathani (Breakfast)
After breakfast a full day free at your own leisure. You might want to visit the 9 amazing temples of Ubon Ratchathani. If you want to see a bit more of nature (and want to travel a bit) we may advise the Saen Chang Waterfall (only possible in rainy season) or the Pha Taem National Park and the Two Color River. Overnight in Ubon Ratchathani.
Day 7: Ubon Ratchathani – Nakhon Phanom (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we travel per public bus to Nakhon Phanom. The bus will take about 6 hours. On the way, several stops will be made. During the journey, you will see typical Thai landscapes passing by.
After arrival Nakhon Phanom you take a Tuk Tuk to your hotel. In the nearby environment of the hotel, you will find several restaurants and shops. In the evening you can walk to the Mekong River and enjoy all that is happening near this mighty river. Overnight in Nakhon Phanom.
Day 8: Nakhon Phanom (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Nakhon Phanom is a quiet city to relax. Today you are a full day free to discover the city by yourself. Enjoy a nice massage or visit some more temples.
Overnight in Nakhon Phanom.
Day 9: Nakhon Phanom – Nhong Kai (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, you will travel by bus to Nong Kai. In the afternoon you will arrive in Nong Khai.
Rest of the day free at leisure. In the evening have a nice dinner if you want at the Nagarina, a Thai floating fish restaurant. Overnight in Nong Khai.
Day 10: Nhong Kai (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. In Nong Khai, you will not get bored. We highly recommend a visit to the Sculpture Parc Salakeawkoo! Also, several local markets are a must see. Of course, buying souvenirs for home stayers is a good idea. Overnight in Nong Kai.
Day 11: Nong Kai – Night Train (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. In the afternoon you take a transfer (arranged by yourself) to the train station for the night train to Bangkok. Make sure you had dinner before you enter the train.
Overnight at the train.
Day 12: Arrival in Bangkok – Hua Hin (-)
Early morning arrival in Bangkok. Private transfer to Hua Hin for your last days at the beach. Overnight in Hua Hin. You will arrive early in the morning in Hua Hin. Per private transfer to Hua Hin with guide and driver. Overnight in Hua Hin.
Day 13: Hua Hin (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure to relax on the beach or bring a visit to Sam Roi Yot National Park. Overnight in Hua Hin.
Day 14: Hua Hin – Bangkok (Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to Bangkok Airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.
Note: the program is for a minimum of 2 persons.
Extra note: optional a longer beach stay is possible.