The Soul Path: Thailand’s Wellness, Wildlife & Ancient Wonders

Duration
8 Days Trip
Price from
2,300 US$ PP
Destinations
Bangkok, Khao Yai, Phanom Rung, Phimai, Saraburi
Overview

Embark on The Soul Path Thailand: Wellness, Wildlife & Ancient Wonders, a mindful 8-day journey designed to nourish the spirit, calm the mind, and awaken a deeper connection with nature and heritage. Begin with immersive meditation guided by a renowned Vipassana master, find serenity in peaceful mountain villages, and explore sacred spaces that honor Buddhist wisdom. As your inner stillness deepens, the journey expands into the wild—through the jungles of Khao Yai and toward the ancient Khmer temples of Phimai and Phanom Rung. Blending mindfulness practice with gentle adventure and cultural exploration, this retreat invites you to walk Thailand’s sacred path—inward and outward.

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Tour Highlights
  • Mindfulness session with a Vipassana master
  • Wellness experiences at a luxury retreat
  • Scenic cycling and tea ceremony in Saraburi
  • Meditation and yoga in a forest hermit hut
  • Night safari, jungle trekking & wildlife exploration in Khao Yai
  • Visits to Haew Narok & Haew Suwat waterfalls
  • Khmer temple exploration: Phimai & Phanom Rung
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Bangkok arrival and transfer to Saraburi

Arrive at Bangkok Airport, where our driver will be waiting to welcome you. Enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your resort in Saraburi Province, a scenic drive of approximately two hours. Upon arrival, check in and settle into your room. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to relax and unwind.

Meals included: Dinner

Day 1
Day 2
Wellness and Mindfulness Day

Start your day with a refreshing 9 km bicycle ride around the resort, exploring nearby villages, scenic neighborhoods, caves, and small waterfalls. Return to the resort to freshen up and enjoy a delicious breakfast. Next, join a private session with a seasoned meditation guru, who has over 20,000 hours of experience, to learn the fundamentals of Buddhism and meditation. In the afternoon, savor a delightful tea set followed by a fine dining lunch at the hotel restaurant. Relax with a one-hour aromatherapy massage, then enjoy a cocktail at Petra Bar while watching the sunset. End your day with a fine dining dinner at the hotel and an overnight stay in Saraburi.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2
Day 3
Mindfulness - Proceed to Khao Yai - Night Safari

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before walking just a few minutes to visit Manasikarn Hall, part of the Knowing Buddha Organization's efforts to promote and protect Buddhism. Founded by Vipassana Master Acharavadee Wongsakon, the hall features an immersive multimedia exhibition sharing the Buddha’s life and teachings. Continue your spiritual journey with a meditation and yoga session at the hermit hut—a serene, natural space that invites you to momentarily detach from luxury and experience an ascetic lifestyle. Return to your room to freshen up and prepare for check-out. Enjoy a relaxing lunch and afternoon tea before departing. You’ll then be picked up by our driver and transferred to your tented resort in Khao Yai, about an hour’s drive away. After check-in and a short rest, head to Khao Yai National Park for a Night Safari where you can observe nocturnal animals such as civets, porcupines, deer, and owls in their natural habitat. Return to your resort for an overnight stay in Khao Yai

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 3
Day 4
Deep Jungle Trekking & Wildlife Safari

Enjoy breakfast at your resort in Khao Yai before setting off for a full day of exploration in Khao Yai National Park. Begin with an early morning guided trek along the Dong Tiew Trail (4 km), a prime route for spotting wildlife such as hornbills, civets, and porcupines. Pause at a jungle clearing for birdwatching, with opportunities to see great hornbills, barbets, and woodpeckers. Continue to the impressive Haew Narok Waterfall, the park’s largest cascade, reached via a 1-km forest trail. Enjoy lunch at a scenic picnic area before embarking on an afternoon safari drive through varied terrain in search of wild elephants, gibbons, and giant squirrels. Conclude the day with sunset wildlife viewing from the Nong Pak Chi Watching Tower before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4
Day 5
Khao Yai National Park Exploration & Wildlife Safari

Enjoy breakfast at your resort in Khao Yai before departing early for a day of adventure in Khao Yai National Park. Begin with a stop at the Visitor Center for an overview of the park’s ecosystem and wildlife. Embark on your first jungle trek along the Pha Kluai Mai Trail (3 km), a picturesque path through dense forest that leads to the iconic Haew Suwat Waterfall, featured in the movie The Beach. Keep an eye out for gibbons, macaques, and hornbills along the way. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint before setting off on an afternoon safari drive through the park’s grasslands and salt licks, where you may encounter wild elephants, sambar deer, and barking deer. End the day with sunset observation at a wildlife-watching tower, with chances to see wild gaur and other nocturnal animals. Return to your resort and enjoy free time in the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5
Day 6
Khao Yai - Phimai - Phanom Rung

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Khao Yai, prepare for check-out and meet your guide in the lobby to begin your journey to Phimai Historical Park, approximately a 2-hour drive away. Upon arrival, explore the remarkable Khmer temple complex with your guide. Highlights include the Phimai Sanctuary with its detailed carvings, the Naga Bridge with serpent balustrades, the impressive Prasat Hin Phimai, and the enclosed galleries featuring well-preserved bas-reliefs. Learn about the site's historical and cultural significance as you explore its outer structures. Enjoy a traditional Thai lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to Phanom Rung, a scenic 2-hour drive. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy free time in the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 6
Day 7
Phanom Rung historical Park and Travel to Bangkok

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Phanom Rung and prepare for check-out. Meet your guide and driver in the lobby and head to Phanom Rung Historical Park. Take your time exploring this magnificent Khmer temple complex, known for its intricate carvings, grand architecture, and panoramic views from its hilltop setting. Key highlights include the main sanctuary, the Naga Bridge, and surrounding galleries. Continue to the nearby Muang Tam temple complex, where you'll experience a different style of Khmer architecture and admire its beautifully detailed stone carvings. After your visit, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near the historical park. Then, drive to Buriram Airport (approximately 1.5 hours) for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival in Bangkok, check in at your airport hotel and rest overnight in preparation for your departure the next day.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7
Day 8
Bangkok Departure

Enjoy your breakfast at the Hotel in the Morning, and Get ready for Checking out from your Hotel. Take the shuttle to your airport terminal for final departure

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 8
Hotels

Suggested Accommodation included in the price or others within similar category

5/5
Amaranth Suvarnabhumi
Bangkok
5/5
The Soul Resort
Saraburi
4/5
Hotel De L'amour
Phanom Rung
4/5
Lala Mukha Tented Resort Khao Yai
Khao Yai
Price Includes
Accommodation including breakfast
All attraction fees as mentioned in the program
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Taxes and Service Charges
Private Vehicle & English Speaking Guide throughout the Tour
Domestic Flight tickets
Price Excludes
All Meals not mentioned above
Visa fee (if Required)
Personal expenses such as telephone bills, minibar, laundry etc.
International Flight Ticket
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