Treasures of Isan — Private Two-Day Tour from Pattaya
Treasures of Isan is a private two-day journey from Pattaya to the mysterious and rarely visited Isan region in northeastern Thailand.
The route combines ancient Khmer temples, unusual rock landscapes, caves, petroglyphs, local temples, nature stops and an overnight stay in a boutique hotel with a swimming pool.
The main highlight is Prasat Phnom Rung, a well-preserved Khmer temple complex built on top of an extinct volcano and often called the Temple of the Sun.
Private 2 days / 1 night tour
Isan, northeastern Thailand
Prasat Phnom Rung
Russian or English
Boutique hotel with swimming pool
According to the program
From Pattaya in the morning
On the evening of the second day
Ancient temples, Khmer history, caves, petroglyphs, nature and unusual landscapes
Treasures of Isan Price
| Option | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Private tour for 2 people | 24,000 ฿ | Private 2 days / 1 night Treasures of Isan tour from Pattaya |
| Each additional guest | +4,000 ฿ | Added to the private tour package |
Availability, hotel, pickup time, guide language and final route details should be confirmed before booking.
What Is Included
- Professional Russian- or English-speaking guide.
- Entrance tickets according to the program.
- Comfortable transportation.
- Meals according to the itinerary.
- Overnight stay in a boutique hotel with a swimming pool.
What to Bring
- Passport copy.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Swimwear.
- Light daytime clothes.
- Something warmer for the evening.
- Camera or phone for photos and video.
- Money for personal expenses.
Tour Format
- Private two-day route from Pattaya.
- One overnight hotel stay.
- Long road transfers between locations.
- Temple, cave and outdoor visits.
- Walking through historical and natural areas.
Route Conditions
- Hotel accommodation depends on availability.
- Restaurants may be replaced.
- Road conditions may affect the timetable.
- Temple access may change.
- The order of visits may be adjusted.
About the Treasures of Isan Tour
Treasures of Isan is a private route to one of Thailand’s least touristy and most atmospheric regions.
Isan is known for its ancient Khmer heritage, quiet rural landscapes, unusual temples and places that feel very different from Thailand’s coastal resorts.
The program combines spiritual sites, caves, striking natural formations and historical monuments from different periods.
Guests spend the night in a boutique hotel with a swimming pool before continuing to the main historical sites on the second day.
Treasures of Isan Tour Program
Day 1 — Temples, Caves and Lalu Geopark
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07:00
Departure from Pattaya.
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09:00–10:30
Visit Wat Luang Pee Sam, the Temple of Precious Stones, and its sacred cave.
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12:00–13:00
Lunch at an Italian restaurant.
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14:00–15:00
Explore Tham Khao Chakan, one of the well-known cave areas of the region.
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16:00–17:00
Visit Lalu Geopark and its unusual Martian-style rock formations.
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18:00
Check in at the boutique hotel and enjoy free time.
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19:00–20:00
Dinner at a French restaurant.
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20:00
Rest at the hotel. The pool and bar may be available depending on hotel conditions.
Day 2 — Prasat Phnom Rung and Ancient Heritage
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07:00–08:00
Breakfast at the hotel.
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08:30
Departure from the hotel.
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09:00–11:00
Visit the ancient city and temple complex of Prasat Phnom Rung.
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12:00–13:00
Visit Wat Mahawihan, one of Thailand’s revered temple sites.
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13:30–14:30
Lunch at an Isan restaurant.
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15:30–17:00
Visit the Heritage of Ancient Civilization Park with petroglyphs, a forest temple and Buddha stupa.
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17:00–20:00
Return to Pattaya by toll highway with a stop at a service area with a coffee shop and stores.
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20:00
Arrival in Pattaya.
Main Highlights of Treasures of Isan
Prasat Phnom Rung
A well-preserved Khmer temple complex built on the rim of an extinct volcano.
Lalu Geopark
An unusual landscape of rock formations shaped by wind, rain and erosion.
Wat Luang Pee Sam
A spiritual temple stop known for its precious-stone atmosphere and sacred cave.
Tham Khao Chakan
One of the notable cave areas included in the first day of the route.
Wat Mahawihan
A revered Thai temple visited during the second day of the program.
Ancient Civilization Park
A jungle historical site with ancient petroglyphs, a forest temple and Buddha stupa.
Prasat Phnom Rung — Temple of the Sun
Prasat Phnom Rung is one of the most impressive Khmer temple complexes in Thailand.
The sanctuary was built on the rim of an extinct volcano and dates from the period of the Khmer Empire.
The complex is known for its long ceremonial walkway, stone carvings and views across the surrounding Isan plains.
Its elevated location and orientation have contributed to its popular description as the Temple of the Sun.
Lalu Geopark
Lalu Geopark is known for unusual natural rock formations created by erosion.
The shapes and colors of the landscape are often compared with the surface of another planet, which has given the area its Martian nickname.
The stop offers a strong contrast with the temple and cave locations included elsewhere in the program.
Wat Luang Pee Sam
Wat Luang Pee Sam is known as the Temple of Precious Stones and includes a sacred cave.
It is one of the spiritual locations visited during the first morning of the route.
Tham Khao Chakan
Tham Khao Chakan is one of the region’s notable cave areas.
The visit adds natural scenery and another outdoor walking section to the first day of the tour.
Heritage of Ancient Civilization Park
The Heritage of Ancient Civilization Park is hidden in a jungle setting and combines history, nature and religious landmarks.
The area includes ancient petroglyphs approximately 4,000 years old, a forest temple and a Buddha stupa.
This is one of the final sightseeing stops before the return journey to Pattaya.
Boutique Hotel Stay
The overnight stay is arranged in a boutique hotel with a swimming pool, subject to availability.
After dinner, guests have time to rest before the second day of the program.
Access to the swimming pool, bar and other hotel facilities depends on the conditions of the confirmed accommodation.
Who Will Enjoy Treasures of Isan?
- Travelers interested in ancient Khmer history.
- Guests looking for rarely visited places in Thailand.
- Visitors interested in caves and unusual landscapes.
- Travelers who enjoy temples and archaeological sites.
- Guests comfortable with a two-day road journey.
- Visitors interested in petroglyphs and natural history.
Important Information about Treasures of Isan
- Treasures of Isan is a private 2 days / 1 night tour.
- A Russian- or English-speaking guide can be arranged.
- The route includes long road transfers.
- The program includes walking, temples, caves and outdoor locations.
- A passport copy is required.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Accommodation depends on hotel availability.
- The pool and hotel facilities depend on the confirmed property.
- Restaurants may change according to availability.
- Weather and road conditions may affect the timetable.
- The order of visits may be adjusted.
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FAQ about Treasures of Isan from Pattaya
Is Treasures of Isan a private or group tour?
Treasures of Isan is organized as a private two-day tour from Pattaya.
Where can I find the current tour price?
The private package and additional-guest option are listed once in the price table near the top of this page.
How long is the tour?
The program lasts 2 days and includes one overnight stay.
What guide languages are available?
The tour can be arranged with a Russian- or English-speaking guide.
What is included?
The package includes guide service, entrance tickets, transportation, meals according to the program and hotel accommodation.
What is the main highlight?
The main attraction is Prasat Phnom Rung, an ancient Khmer temple complex built on an extinct volcano.
What should we bring?
Bring a passport copy, comfortable shoes, swimwear, daytime clothes, a warmer layer for the evening, a camera or phone and money for personal expenses.
Can the program change?
Yes. Weather, road conditions, temple access, restaurants and hotel availability may affect the route and timetable.
Book Treasures of Isan Private Tour
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