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The Unique and Amazing Temples of Khao Lak
Thap Put District
About
While Phang Nga is known for its islands and dramatic landscapes, few visitors venture inland to explore its spiritual heart. This full-day tour from Khao Lak reveals another side of southern Thailand with serene temples, peaceful monks, and timeless traditions.
Journey into countryside to visit little-known but culturally rich Buddhist temples. These sacred spaces are part of everyday life for local communities, yet remain far off the tourist path. At each stop, learn about temple architecture, local customs, and the role these sites play in village life.
Some temples are nestled among hills or forests, others house underground chambers or striking statues, each with unique stories. Local...
Highlights
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)
A full-day joining tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
All taxes and service fees included
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour is operated on joint / Seat-In-Coach basis only with English-speaking guide.
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Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying along Khao Lak’s main beaches. Transfers outside these areas such as Phuket, Khao Sok, Phang Nga, Ranong, Takua Pa Town including any harbour or airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
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A minimum number of guests are required for this excursion to operate; many of our tours do not have limitations on group size, depending on the availability of seats and other factors. We regret that we are not able to communicate in advance about this.
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We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.
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We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users. Guests are advised that some walking is required during this excursion; we always ensure that we take the most comfortable ways from the entrance of the sight to the sight itself.
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We will always make the effort to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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While Phang Nga is known for its islands and dramatic landscapes, few visitors venture inland to explore its spiritual heart. This full-day tour from Khao Lak reveals another side of southern Thailand with serene temples, peaceful monks, and timeless traditions.
Journey into countryside to visit little-known but culturally rich Buddhist temples. These sacred spaces are part of everyday life for local communities, yet remain far off the tourist path. At each stop, learn about temple architecture, local customs, and the role these sites play in village life.
Some temples are nestled among hills or forests, others house underground chambers or striking statues, each with unique stories. Local...
Highlights
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)
A full-day joining tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
All taxes and service fees included
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Itinerary
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Wat Rat Uppatham (Wat Bang Riang)
Your guide will meet you in the hotel in the morning and together you will set off to Phang Nga province to explore the spiritual side of Phang Nga. You will discover three exceptional temples and will experience a day filled with culture, religion, myths and legends.
Located high on a mountain is Bang Rieng Temple boasting a beautiful, golden Buddha image that rises above the trees. The largest temple in the province, it commands breathtaking views over the surrounding forest and mountains. The temple consists of three parts in different architectural styles and is rumoured to contain a relic of the Lord Buddha.
2 hours
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Dragon Cave Temple (praya nakarach cave temple)
Another impressive place of worship is the Dragon Cave Temple. It is located within a limestone cave amid a collection of stalagmites and stalactites. Enter into the temple via the many stone steps and discover countless small shrines and images of Buddha in all shapes and sizes. According to legend, the temple has healing powers and the monks residing in the temple have become masters in concocting herbal medication for the villagers living near the temple. The serene atmosphere makes it a popular place for meditation and reflection.
2 hours
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Suwan Khuha Temple
Also located in a cave is Wat Suwan Khuha, one of the oldest temples in the province. Inside, you will be dazzled by a 15-metre-long golden, reclining Buddha surrounded by other religious statues and relics. Monks, and the cave’s resident cats, can often be seen next to the reclining Buddha – the monks meditating and the cats sleeping! Outside the temple, watch out for the dozens of mischievous macaque monkeys roaming around.
Lunch is included at a local restaurant. The order that you visit the temples may vary and will be decided by the guide on the day. At the end of the temple exploration, you will return to Khao Lak and to your hotel.
