TIPSThis 2-day, 1-night itinerary takes you from Bangkok to Khao Yai for a short nature-focused getaway with scenic stops, cafés, and light activity.
Day 1: Bangkok → Khao Yai
- Depart Bangkok early (around 7–8 a.m.) and drive about 3 hours to Pak Chong, the gateway to Khao Yai.
- Visit PB Valley Vineyard for a tour, wine (or grape juice) tasting, and views of rolling hills.
- Have lunch or dessert at The Chocolate Factory Khao Yai, combining a restaurant, café, and chocolate shop with hillside scenery.
- Stop by Midwinter Green, a European-style restaurant with castle-like architecture, gardens, and a romantic atmosphere, good for photos and possibly dinner.
- Explore Primo Piazza, a Tuscan-style village with stone buildings, cobbled lanes, small farm animals (like alpacas and sheep), and cafés—ideal for strolling and photography.
- Check in to a local resort or hotel in Khao Yai, many of which offer mountain and garden views. Relax and enjoy the cooler climate in the evening.
Day 2: Khao Yai → Bangkok
- Spend the morning in Khao Yai National Park, driving through forested roads, enjoying viewpoints, and experiencing the cooler mountain air and wildlife-rich environment.
- Visit Haew Suwat Waterfall, a short walk from the parking area, known for its lush surroundings and as a filming location for “The Beach.”
- If you have time and like light trekking, continue to Haew Narok Waterfall, a larger, more dramatic fall reached via a longer walk with stairs and forest trails.
- Stop at several scenic viewpoints in the park for panoramic views of forested hills and valleys.
- After leaving the park, relax at a café in Pak Chong or Khao Yai, many of which have nature or design-focused themes.
- Drive back to Bangkok in the afternoon, arriving in the evening (around 3 hours), concluding a compact trip combining nature, relaxation, and photogenic attractions.
Day1: pak chong > Wang Nam Khiao
4 attraction(s) ·
35 km
This itinerary starts with a morning drive from Bangkok to Pak Chong, the gateway to Khao Yai, followed by a visit to PB Valley Vineyard for a scenic tour and optional wine tasting. You then stop at The Chocolate Factory for lunch or dessert with hill views, and continue to Midwinter Green, a European-style restaurant known for its castle-like architecture and romantic atmosphere. After that, you explore Primo Piazza, a Tuscan-inspired village with cobbled streets and friendly farm animals, perfect for photos and a relaxed stroll. The day ends with check-in at a Khao Yai resort or hotel, where you can unwind and enjoy the cooler mountain climate.
Day2: Wang Nam Khiao > Bangkok
3 attraction(s) ·
133 km
This 2-day, 1-night trip takes you from Bangkok to Khao Yai National Park for a refreshing nature escape. You’ll explore the park’s forested roads, stop at scenic viewpoints, and visit two of its best-known waterfalls—Haew Suwat, with its easy access and lush surroundings, and the more dramatic Haew Narok, reached via a longer but rewarding walk. After enjoying the cool mountain air and jungle scenery, you’ll relax at a local café in the Pak Chong area before driving back to Bangkok in the late afternoon, arriving in the evening.
