Day 1: 18 January 2019 (Friday) ● PENANG
– BANGKOK – KHAO YAI
Penang (PEN - Penang Intl) → Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) via AirAsia FD404
Penang (PEN - Penang Intl) → Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) via AirAsia FD404
PM: Arrive Bangkok Don Mueang
International Airport (DMK)
PM: Pick-up rental car at
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) Terminal 2
PM: Self-drive to Pak Chong, Khao Yai. Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i/Sj-Vn (Approx. 170km / 2hr 40minutes drive)
PM: Self-drive to Pak Chong, Khao Yai. Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i/Sj-Vn (Approx. 170km / 2hr 40minutes drive)
PM: Dinner at Pak Chong Night
Market, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
PM: Check-in Hotel Together, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
PM: Check-in Hotel Together, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
Day 2: 19 January 2019 (Saturday) ● KHAO YAI
AM: Breakfast at Hotel
Together, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
AM: Piazza Palio Khao Yai
AM: Primo Piazza
PM: Coffee Break at Yellow
Submarine Coffee Tank
PM: Dinner at Ban Mai Chay
Nam Museum & Restaurant, by the river
PM: Supper at Mid-Winter
Green Restaurant
Day 3: 20 January 2019 (Sunday) ● KHAO YAI
AM: Breakfast at Hotel
Together, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
AM: Farm Chok Chai
AM: Sunflower Farm in Pak
Chong
PM: Check-in Lala Mukha
Tented Resort Khao Yai
PM: Dinner at Jabulani
Restaurant, Lala Mukha Tented Resort Khao Yai
Day 4: 21 January 2019 (Monday) ● KHAO YAI
AM: Breakfast at Lala Mukha
Tented Resort Khao Yai
AM: Visit Khao Yai National
Park (Visitor Center, Saisorn Reservoir, Heo Suwat Waterfall, Khao Yai Training
Center, Lam Takhong Camping Ground, Jao Pho Khao Khiao Shrine, Pha Diao Dai
(Lonely Cliff) Viewpoint
PM: Check-in Watermill Resort,
Pak Chong, Khao Yai
PM: Dinner at Khrua Mae
Pranom Restaurant
PM: Visit The Chocolate
Factory
Day 5: 22 January 2019 (Tuesday) ● KHAO YAI – BANGKOK
AM: Breakfast at Watermill
Resort, Pak Chong, Khao Yai
AM: Stroll around Watermill
Resort
AM: Drive to Saraburi
Sunflower Field. Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/wGxMhZVcH4J2
PM: Drive to Bangkok Don
Mueang International Airport (DMK) to drop off car
PM: Take Grab taxi to Arnoma
Grand, Bangkok
PM: Check-in Arnoma Grand,
Bangkok
PM: Dinner at Baiyoke Sky
Hotel Sky Dining and visit the Observation Deck on the 77th floor and Revolving
View Point on the 84th floor
Day 6: 23 January 2019 (Wednesday) ● BANGKOK
AM: Breakfast at Arnoma
Grand, Bangkok
AM: SEA LIFE Ocean World,
Siam Paragon
PM: Return to hotel for
afternoon nap
PM: Take BTS from Chit Lom to
Saphan Thaksin. Take ferry / express boat along Chao Phraya River
PM: Dinner at The Never
Ending Summer Restaurant by the riverside
PM: Shopping at Big C
Supercenter next to Arnoma Grand
Day 7: 24 January 2019 (Thursday) ● BANGKOK
AM: Breakfast at Arnoma
Grand, Bangkok
AM: Prayer at Four-faced
Buddha
AM: Shopping at Platinum
Fashion Mall
PM: Return to hotel for
afternoon nap
PM: Stroll at Central Chit
Lom and Central World
PM: Dinner at Food Hall, 7th
floor, Central World
PM: Supper (dessert) at After
You Dessert Café, 7th floor, Central World
PM: Shopping at Isetan
Department Store, Central World
Day 8: 25 January 2019 (Friday) ● BANGKOK – PENANG
AM: Breakfast at Arnoma Grand,
Bangkok
AM: Check-out from Arnoma
Grand, Bangkok
PM: Depart from Bangkok Don
Mueang International Airport (DMK) → Penang via AirAsia FD401
And our journey in Khao Yai continues….
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| The surrounding area is gorgeous |
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| The entire area is surrounded by mountains and plenty of greenery |
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| Morning view from our tent |
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| Lake views outside our tent |
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| A family-friendly resort. We had a great time here |
On the third day of our trip, we checked-in
to Lala Mukha Tented Resort. Staying in a tent is the first time experience for
both of us. There are plenty of things you can do in Lala Mukha to relax far
away from city life. Enjoy Mother Nature, swimming in an infinity pool and many
more. At Lala Mukha Tented Resort, you can choose to stay in a tent with public
shared bathroom (our choice), or choose the deluxe tent with en-suite bathroom
or even stay in a loft tree house. The shared bathrooms weren’t
too far away from the tents, were modernly designed and clean! The cost of this accommodation is the most
expensive among our 4nights. With the plenty of facilities, great food and
serene nature atmosphere, I think the price is worth the paying.
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| We had fun experiencing glamping for the first time |
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| One for the album |
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| Glamping with a view |
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| Tents surrounded by nature |
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| A glamorous glamping experience |
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| Enjoy the scenic view from the tent |
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| Our eco-safari tent |
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| Enjoy the cool and fresh air here |
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| The loft three house |
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| The entire area is surrounded by mountains and grassland |
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| One for our album |
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| Smiles for the camera |
On the fourth day of our trip, we engaged a
private driver for a half-day wildlife tour in Khao Yai National Park. The tour
started in the morning, around 9.30am
and ended around 2.30pm. The park is truly amazing. It’s filled with
lush flora and fauna, tons of birds, waterfalls, beautiful hikes, a few wild
animals, and most importantly is empty of tourists.
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| Permanent residents of Khao Yai |
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| Wildlife watching at Khao Yai |
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| Spot wild animals from the grassland |
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| Khao Yai National Park is a great place to see wild animals |
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| Watch out for wild animals |
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| Watch out for wild animals - deer |
This tour brought us to a
few places like Saisorn Reservoir, Khao Yai Training Center, Lam Takhong
Camping Ground, Jao Pho Khao Khiao Shrine, Pha Diao Dai (Lonely Cliff)
Viewpoint and Heo Suwat Waterfall. The driver also drove us along the roads on
search for elephants and other exiting animals like deer, monkeys and
elephants. The view from the cliff was magnificent and we had a short trekking
in the forest and, seeing wild animals. Overall, it was indeed a refreshing and
peaceful experience for the three of us! If you love nature and spot wild animals, then Khao Yai is for you! Remember to check out Khao Yai Nature and Wildlife Tour with Klook and immerse yourself with the untouched beauty of nature.
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| The Heo Suwat Waterfall |
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| Hang Hang first trekking adventure |
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| One for our album |
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| Hang Hang's first trekking adventure. More to come boy! |
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| Managed to make our way to this cliff |
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| The Pha Diao Dai cliff |
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| One for our album |
After settling
down at Watermill Resort, we spent our family leisure time at the resort. It’s
an amazing place to spend an afternoon near exquisite waters as well as for
picnic. The entire resort was all surrounded by trees and greens, pristine and
crystal waters, really gorgeous! Towards the evening, we went out for a simple
dinner at Khrua Mae Pranom Restaurant along Pak Chong, as recommended by a
local hotel staff. Reasonable price but nothing exceptional!
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| Smiles for the camera |
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| Beautifully decorated green garden. Definitely a place for family retreat |
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| We loved the place, open space with natural setting. It was a great place to relax and unwind |
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| The Watermill Resort with a wooden watermill |
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| There are so much to do here at the river banks - swimming, kayaking, fish feeding, and other water activities |
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| One of his favourite - daily fish feeding at the river banks |
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| Beautiful landscape. The ground of this resort is so peaceful and beautiful |
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| Smiles for the camera |
Following that, we visited
The Chocolate Factory in Khao Yai for some dessert. The Chocolate Factory is an
Italian restaurant and chocolate shop; with the chocolatier leaded by Chef Eric
Perez, a Chef from France. The chocolate here is freshly made daily; using the
finest and best ingredients imported from Belgium, France and Switzerland. This
a great place for a relaxing tea.
The
following day was our final day in Khao Yai. After breakfast, we spent some
family moment in the resort before heading to Saraburi. Our plan for that day
was to hunt for more sunflowers in Saraburi. It was about nearly2 hours’ long
drive from Khao Yai and unfortunately, there wasn’t any sunflower when we had
arrived there. We were told by locals that the sunflowers had already been
harvested. We couldn’t easily see any sunflowers by the road that we supposed
to. We were left with a feeling of disappointment and ended our journey in Khao
Yai and return to hazy Bangkok!
Thank you
Khao Yai for this peaceful and breathtaking vacation!
Follow our adventures in Khao Yai (Part 1) here: bit.ly/smallworldtravels_khaoyai1
Follow our adventures in Khao Yai (Part 1) here: bit.ly/smallworldtravels_khaoyai1
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| Thank you Khao Yai for this natural retreat! Hope to see you again in future |
Highlights of our 5D4N Khao Yai Trip:
- Take pictures at the endless field of sunflowers
- Visit Thailand’s largest dairy farm, Chok Chai Farm
- Feed Alpacas, Donkeys & Sheep at Primo Piazza
- Experience glamping (glamour + camping) at Lala Mukha Tented Resort
- Gift Shopping at Palio Khao Yai & The Chocolate Factory
- Drop by castle-like Midwinter Green Restaurant
- Indulge in authentic local Thai food at Ban Mai Chay Nam Restaurant
- Tuck away in fairy-like forest family-leisure Watermill Resort
- Experience Khao Yai National Park and safari drives
- Spend a few days off the city, under the stars, in fresh air and enjoy mother nature
Air Itinerary Details:
AirAsia: Penang (PEN) –
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) - Penang (PEN)
From
To Flight
Date Dep Arr
PEN DMK FD404 18
Jan 2019 14:15 15:05
DMK PEN FD401 25 Jan 2019 13:30 16:20
Return ticket airfare/person:
MYR487.90/person (Economy Class)
Total airfares for 3 persons:
MYR1463.70 (Economy Class)
Accommodation(s):
KHAO
YAI
Hotel
Together (18 – 20 Jan 2019)
Address: 141 Moo 12 Pakchong
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Pak Chong, Khao Yai, Thailand 30130
Tel: +66 44 081 465
Room price: MYR287.37 /1 night for 2 adults & 1 child booked via
Agoda
Room type: Deluxe Mountain
View inclusive of breakfast
Lala Mukha Tented Resort Khao Yai (20 – 21
Jan 2019)
Address: 515 Moo. 5 Tambon Mu Si, Amphur Pakchong,, Khao Yai
National Park, Khao Yai, Thailand 30130
Tel: +66 44 300 691
Room price: MYR412.20 /1 night for 2 adults & 1 child
booked via Agoda
Room type: Eco Safari Tent
inclusive of breakfast
Website:
http://lalamukha.com/
Watermill Resort (21 – 22 Jan 2019)
Address: 99/11 Moo 8 Thanarat Road, Km 3, Tambon Nongnamdang Ampor
Pakchong, Khao Yai National Park, Khao Yai, Thailand 30130
Tel: +66 80 809 9155
Room price: MYR264.24/1 night for 2 adults & 1 child
booked via Agoda
Room type: Cream colour
duplex inclusive of breakfast
Transportation(s):
Car rental (Don Mueang International
Airport (DMK) to Khao Yai)
Pick up: 18 Jan at 16:00 at
Don Mueang Airport
Drop off: 22 Jan at 14:30Don Mueang Airport
Type of car: Toyota Yaris
Deposit: THB 10,000.00 including tax
Rental fee: US$104.56
Booking site: www.rentalcars.com
Ticketing(s):
Primo Piazza Khao Yai
861 Moo 6, Thanarat Road
Tambol Nong Nam Daeng
Pak Chong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
861 Moo 6, Thanarat Road
Tambol Nong Nam Daeng
Pak Chong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
Opens daily from 9.00 am to 6.00pm
Ticket(s): 200 Baht / Adult and 100 Baht/Children
Piazza Palio
Tambon Mu Si,
Amphoe Pak Chong, Chang Wat
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Thailand
Contact: +66 44 365 899
Opens daily from 10.00 am to 7.00pm
Ticket(s): Free
Chok Chai Farm
169 Moo 2 Friendship Highway,
Nongnamdang, Pakchong,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
Thailand
Contact: +66 44 328 485
Opens Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 8:30pm
Ticket(s): 300 Baht / Adult and 150 Baht/Children for 2 hour
farm tour
Khao Yai National Park
Opens daily from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm
Ticket(s): 400 Baht / Adult
Private Trek to Khao Yai
National Park
Time: 9.30am – 2.30 pm (5 hours)
Cost: 1500 Baht / trip
Baan Mai Chay Nam
21, Mittraphap Rd.,
Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
21, Mittraphap Rd.,
Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Opens daily from 10.00 am to 10.00pm
What to order: Tomyum goong, Stir fried clams with chili
paste, Fried prawn cake, Stir-fried kailan with crispy pork
Yellow Submarine Coffee Tank
Mu Si, Pak Chong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Thailand
Contact: +66 96 981 0682
Opens from Friday – Sunday from 9.00 am to 7.00pm
What to order: Charcoal Honey Toast
The Chocolate Factory
352 Moo 2, Thanarat Rd,
T. Musee Pakchong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
Opens daily from 9.30 am to 9.30 pm
352 Moo 2, Thanarat Rd,
T. Musee Pakchong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
Opens daily from 9.30 am to 9.30 pm
Midwinter Green Restaurant
Nong Nam Daeng,
Nong Nam Daeng,
Pak Chong District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Thailand
Contact: +66 44 365 288
Opens daily from 10.00 am to 11.00 pm
Contact: +66 44 365 288
Opens daily from 10.00 am to 11.00 pm
What to order: Pork ribs with BBQ sauce
Jabulani Restaurant
Lalamukha Tented Resort
515 Moo 5 Musi Pakchong Nakhonratchasima,
Tambon Mu Si, Amphoe Pak Chong, Chang Wat
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130, Thailand
Contact: +66 44 297 760
Opens daily from 7.00 am to 9.30 pm
What to order: Tomyum Goong / Fried Rice
Note: All entrance / transportation fees
and accommodation rates/charges listed on this post are based on our
(chengywong.blogspot.com) travel dates (2019) and therefore subject to
change(s). ©chengywong.blogspot.com is not responsible for content on external
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