Above the Clouds + Glass Mountain Temple — a Two-Day Expedition to Khao Kho National Park
The “Above the Clouds” journey is one of those rare adventures where reality surpasses photographs. High mountains wrapped in morning mist, a breathtaking glass temple glowing in the sunset, open-air hot springs, alpine landscapes of a national park, and sunrises that literally take your breath away. This is not just a tour — it is a complete change of scenery, climate, and emotions.
Prices & Tour Information — “Above the Clouds + Glass Mountain Temple”
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Departures: Private tours — any day on request; Group tours — according to schedule
Tour format: a unique adventure expedition through the highland region of Khao Kho, featuring breathtaking panoramas, sacred temples, waterfalls, and natural locations rarely visited by mass tourism.
🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm clothing (mornings in the mountains can be chilly)
- Swimwear
- Cash for personal expenses
- Chargers and power bank
Included: comfortable transportation, mountain hotel accommodation, meals (4 times), accompanying guide, all entrance fees
- Adult 4900 ฿
- Child 4200 ฿
⚠️ Important information for English-speaking travelers:
Group tours are conducted only with a Russian-speaking guide and a Russian group.
If this is not a problem, you may join the group — the guide speaks basic English, but the main commentary will be in Russian, with occasional explanations in English.
For a fully English-guided experience, please choose the private tour.
📌 General Information
- Region: Khao Kho National Park — often called the “Swiss Alps of Thailand”
- Landscape: high mountains, cool climate, dense tropical forests
- Weather: mornings in the mountains can be cool or even cold
🗺 Tour Program
Day 1
- Early morning departure from Pattaya.
- Visit to a new giant temple near Saraburi — futuristic architecture shaped like a cosmic cylinder.
- Wat Tham Khao Prang — a mystical place of spiritual power with sacred relics on a mountain peak.
- Lunch.
- Highland Royal Residence — flower gardens, panoramic viewpoints, Swiss-style pine trees.
- Hotel check-in and rest.
- Sunset visit to the legendary Glass Mountain Temple, Wat Phrathat Pha Sorn Kaew — one of the true wonders of Siam.
- Dinner and evening relaxation.
Day 2
- Sunrise at the viewpoint — the famous natural phenomenon known as the “Sea of Clouds.”
- In-depth visit to the Glass Mountain Temple.
- Glass Skywalk over the mountains of Khao Kho.
- Mountain market — honey, nuts, souvenirs, and local delicacies.
- Buddha Park of Phetchabun Province.
- Lunch.
- Visit to mineral radon hot springs.
- Photo stops at the most scenic viewpoints along the route.
The program requires no physical preparation and is suitable for guests of all ages, including travelers with limited mobility.
This journey reveals a completely different side of Thailand — mountainous, cool, spiritual, and incredibly beautiful. The tour offers rare emotions: sunrises above the clouds, the shimmering glass temple, the scent of pine forests, and a deep sense of renewal.
Above the Clouds tour from Pattaya — a 2-day highland adventure to Khao Kho National Park with the Glass Mountain Temple, sea of clouds sunrise, hot springs, panoramic viewpoints, and mountain landscapes. A unique nature and cultural tour suitable for all ages.
See also: the 2-day “Stalker” tour — an expedition through Chanthaburi with caves, waterfalls, and a historic warship.
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