After breakfast, we begin our journey south to Hua Hin and stop along the way to visit Khao Luang Cave and Phra Nakhon Kiri Historical Park in Petchaburi.

Built on a small hill with a height of 92 meters, Khao Luang is regarded as the largest and most impressive cave shrine in the province, as it houses Buddha statues in various sizes and shapes. It has always been an important meditation site as well as a favorite of King Rama III, IV, V.

While attractions within the cave compound include a large multi-purpose hall and a chapel laden with beautifully carved door panels, the main highlight is the dramatic way the sun rays shine through a perfectly positioned clearing in the cave almost as a natural spotlight above the temple below.


A short distance from Khao Luang Cave, we find Phra Nakhon Kiri (locally known as Khao Wang) located directly in the city. It was built under the command of King Rama IV in 1860 and used as his summer palace.

Spread across the three mountain peaks, the whole compound is comprised of a royal hall, palace, temples, and other buildings which were elegantly constructed in a well-balanced Thai, Western, and Chinese architectural style.

We then take trip to a nearby vantage point to take in the gorgeous views of Petchaburi city.

For the lunch, we will visit an authentic Thai restaurant with flavourful local dishes.

After lunch, we continue our journey onwards to Hua Hin. The remainder of day is yours at leisure. 

Note: Those who enjoy experiencing the local culture may visit Hua Hin Night Market (open daily) or Cicada Market (Fri-Sun) once the sun goes down.

After breakfast, we venture to Wat Bang Poo, from where we take a boat ride to Laem Sala Beach. From here, we hike uphill for about 45 minutes to visit Phraya Nakhon Cave, one of Thailand’s mysterious landmarks.

Once we climb into the well-hidden cave system, we spot the four-gable roofed royal pavilion which was built in 1890 in honor of King Rama IV. Now, this pavilion has become an iconic symbol of Prachuapkirikun Province. What makes this landmark special is when the sunlight shines from a certain angle through a sinkhole above the pavilion, the opening illuminates a beam of light over the pavilion, almost as a spotlight from above.

Depending on the time we have available , we will have lunch at Laem Sala Beach or stop at a local restaurant as we continue our journey.

Your travel expert will discuss options for you in the afternoon. If you would like to spend some time at leisure, simply relax at the beach or if time allows, drive back to your hotel for freshening up.

Otherwise, enjoy a relaxing boat trip along the Khao Daeng Canal passing the dense mangrove forest and lush vegetation with a beautiful mountainous backdrop. The canal will lead us to a local fishing village lined with stilt houses and colorful small fishing boats. The boat trip takes approximately one hour and we will disembark at a pier next to Khao Daeng temple.

If the morning activity wasn’t enough, we recommend to hike up to the peak of Khao Daeng for a breathtaking view overlooking the national park area and surrounding villages. The hike may be challenging (approx. 30-45 minutes each way) but the view from the peak is well worth the effort.

Today’s final stop is Kui Buri National Park where we enjoy Thailand’s best and for many ‘only true ’ wildlife safari tour.

Kui Buri National Park is an immensely picturesque forest that offers a rich diversity and stunning natural beauty. Sit on the steep Tanaosri Mountain range, it is home to the biggest population of wild elephants, gaurs and over 260 species of birds, with many more to be found.

From our private vehicle we have the opportunity to witness wildlife in their natural habitat. With an estimated elephant population of 320, it's been said that visitors have a 99% chance of seeing them throughout the year, late afternoon being the best time.

Return to your hotel thereafter.

Depart to Chumphon Airport for the onward flight to our next destination. 

 OR

Depart to Chumphon Ferry Terminal to catch the high-speed catamaran to one of the neighboring islands. 

Note: Chumpon is the gateway to Thailand’s southern provinces as well as the islands in the Gulf of Thailand, particularly Koh Tao, Koh Pha Ngan, and Koh Samui. For those who wish to further explore or relax at the back end of the trip on one of the heavenly islands, we highly recommend Koh Tao (a well-known snorkelling and scuba diving site among divers from around the world), Koh Samui (comprises many white sandy beaches and a wide range of luxury accommodation), or Koh Pha Ngan (best known for its laid back ambience, parties and its hidden pristine beaches).

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