Isaan
Leave Bangkok behind for Isaan: rice fields, small towns, Khmer heritage and one of Thailand’s boldest regional cuisines. Ancient sandstone temples rise out of the countryside, often with barely another visitor in sight.
The journey
Rural Isaan
Travel through the countryside, stopping at local markets and in villages rarely included in a first trip to Thailand. The pace here is slower and more rural, shaped by rice farming and small-town life.
The Mekong
Continue towards the Mekong, where life is closely connected to the river and the pace becomes noticeably slower. Fishing villages, riverside markets and long stretches of countryside frame the days here. The focus is less on major sights and more on the places, food and people encountered along the way.
Koh Kood
From Isaan, a flight takes you back to Bangkok, then the road and a boat to Koh Kood, off the east coast. The island brings together forest, waterfalls, fishing hamlets and quiet beaches. There is plenty of time left free to enjoy them, and very little infrastructure to get in the way.
Why this journey works
Most first-time visitors never leave Thailand’s main circuit. This journey does: it trades famous names for Isaan’s temples and food, a quieter Mekong and an island that is still lightly developed.
Highlights
- Enjoy Bangkok before heading away from Thailand’s busiest routes
- Explore the Khmer temples and rural landscapes of Isaan
- Taste regional dishes in markets and small local restaurants
- Spend time in the villages and landscapes along the Mekong
- Visit riverside villages where daily life still follows the rhythm of the water
- Watch the sunset over the Mekong from a near-empty riverbank
- End on Koh Kood, among forest, waterfalls and quiet beaches
The rhythm
Slower and more exploratory, with time for local stops and places that aren’t built around tourism. Then Koh Kood, deliberately unplanned.
Duration
12 to 20 days as a guide: the itinerary adapts to the time you have.
Budget
As a rough guide, our tailor-made journeys average around €150/day/person. No fixed budget: every itinerary is adjusted to your expectations.
Make it yours.
- Designed by a specialist
- Private guides and transfers
- 24/7 on the ground
- Free quote
You book and pay a licensed local company, named in your quote.
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