Ubon Weekend Tour: 3 Days 2 Nights (GRAND UBON 3 DAYS)

1 Pick you up at Ubon Ratchathani Airport / Railway Station / Ubon Ratchathani Bus Terminal

2 Have breakfast in Ubon Ratchathani

3 Stop to pay respects to "Phra Chao Yai In Paeng" at "Wat Maha Wanaram" (or "Wat Pa Yai"), a sacred Buddha statue deeply revered by the people of Ubon Ratchathani.

4 Travel to Phibun Mangsahan District to pay respects to the Buddha at "Wat Sa Kaeo" and pay homage to “Phra Phue”, the sacred guardian deity of Phibun Mangsahan District.

According to legend, both humans and animals greatly feared this pond because it was believed to be a sacred body of water. Occasionally, a crystal-like orb of light was seen rising from the pond and shooting westward for about 1 kilometer before landing on the mountain now known as Phu Khao Kaeo. At other times, a crystal orb of light would float from Phu Khao Kaeo and fall into the pond, hence the name Sa Kaeo (Crystal Pond). When a temple was built on the mountain, it was named Wat Phu Khao Kaeo, and when a temple was built near the pond, it was named Wat Sa Kaeo.

5 Head to "Kaeng Saphue", a rocky rapid filled with alternating large and small boulders resembling a natural dam across the Mun River. As the current flows and hits the rocks, white foam forms with the continuous sound of cascading water. Today, it is also a popular spot for local souvenirs.

6 Stop for lunch at "Pattaya Noi", located along the Sirindhorn Dam reservoir. Enjoy swimming, dining, or water activities (Banana Boat). There is a wide variety of dishes to choose from, especially fish dishes featuring Mekong River fish and local fish, as well as classic Isan cuisine for you to savor.

7 Stop to pay respects to the Buddha and watch the sunset at "Wat Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao" to admire the glowing tree. The temple features a viewpoint overlooking the Mekong River, and the area behind the ordination hall provides a stunning scenic view of Laos and the Chong Mek international border crossing, as well as the reservoir at the foot of the mountain resembling a lake. Especially during sunset, you can witness the giant setting sun in a truly gorgeous atmosphere, and see the glowing Kanlapaphruek (Tree of Life) artwork in the evening.

8 Depart for Khong Chiam, have dinner in Khong Chiam, and check in at the hotel.

1 Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then travel to "Pha Taem National Park", Thailand's 74th national park, to view numerous prehistoric cliff paintings lining the rock faces. These ancient rock art paintings by prehistoric humans date back around 3,000-4,000 years, forming the longest stretch of cliff paintings in Thailand.

The walking trail to view the paintings leads along the cliff face and loops back to the visitor center. Then head to Sao Chaliang (located inside Pha Taem National Park).

National park entrance fee: Adults 40 THB, children 20 THB, cars 30 THB. One ticket allows entry to all attractions within the park within a single day.

We also take you to see "Sao Chaliang" (Earth Pillars), a natural phenomenon formed by the erosion of water, wind, and sunlight continuously over hundreds of millions of years. Resembling standing stone pillars topped with unattached flat rock slabs like giant mushrooms, it makes for chic and striking photos.

2 Have lunch in Khong Chiam.

3 Then head to “Soi Sawan Waterfall”, a large waterfall about 30 meters high formed by Huai Soi and Huai Sae Phai streams flowing from mountain peaks and converging together, resembling a necklace (hence the name Soi Sawan Waterfall). It is located about 15 km from Pha Taem (during the waterfall flowing season).

Visiting this waterfall requires a walk of about 500 meters along a paved path bordered by dense bamboo groves on both sides, then descending stairs surrounded by soothing lush green trees. Once you reach the waterfall, however, all fatigue instantly melts away.

4 Next, we take you to pay homage to "Luang Pu Khamkhaning" Chulamani and see the world's largest gong at “Wat Tham Khuha Sawan”. Although the revered monk has passed away, his body remains undecayed; it is currently kept in a glass coffin for visitors to pay their respects.

We then transfer you back to your accommodation. Have dinner at the hotel or before checking in.

1 Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out. Then, we take you to "Sam Phan Bok". On August 22, 2019 (B.E. 2562), “Pha Chan - Sam Phan Bok Geopark” in Ubon Ratchathani Province was elevated to national status as a “Geopark of Thailand”, becoming the 3rd national geopark after Satun and Nakhon Ratchasima provinces.

Explore this stunning natural site, a large rock rapid resembling mountains in the middle of the Mekong River. The rocks, sculpted by water erosion into various shapes depending on your imagination across more than 3,000 basins, have earned it the nickname the Grand Canyon of Thailand.

If you wish, you can take a boat ride to admire Sam Phan Bok at your leisure.

Enjoy lunch at Sam Phan Bok.

2 If time permits, visit “Hat Salueng”, a sandy beach along the Mun River where receding waters during the dry season reveal beautiful sands. Legend has it that in the old days when a salueng coin was very valuable, people challenged one another that anyone who could run across this beach without stopping would receive 1 salueng. Since the wager began, no one has ever won the prize, so locals named this beach “Hat Salueng".

Then, we take you to downtown Ubon Ratchathani to shop for souvenirs such as Vietnamese pork sausage (moo yor), Chinese sausage, or local silk and Gab Bua fabric at Baan Chan Hom and Khampun. Both places serve delicious coffee, tasty treats, and local food.

We then transfer you to the airport, train station, or bus terminal according to your schedule.

Before your return journey.