แจกแพลนเที่ยว One day trip @นครพนม🚗

Holiday Plan "Experience the Heritage and Rivers of the Isan Region" @Nakhon Phanom 1 Day Start with the sacred Buddhist site in the southernmost part of the province (Phra That Phanom) and gradually move north along the Mekong River (Nakhon Phanom City), ending with a beautiful sunset on the Mekong River. **07:00 - 08:30: Depart from Nakhon Phanom City, heading to That Phanom District.** * Travel time is approximately 1 - 1.5 hours (distance ~60 km.) **08:30 - 10:00: Pay homage to Phra That Phanom (Phra That Phanom)** * Highlight: A sacred pagoda of the Isan region, over 2,500 years old, with a unique and beautiful shape. * Activities: Pay homage to the pagoda, admire the beauty of the pagoda and surrounding temples. Visit the museum (if you have time) * **Important:** Dress appropriately (no shorts/short skirts, sleeveless shirts) Respect the place * Buy some souvenirs around the area **10:30 - 11:30: See the cuteness at the Nong Yat Freshwater Aquarium (Nakhon Phanom Freshwater Aquarium)** * Highlights: Meet many rare freshwater fish and fish endemic to the Mekong River (e.g. Mekong catfish, stingray, etc.) Cool place suitable for children and adults * Activities: Visit the aquarium, learn about Mekong fish **11:30 - 13:00: Have lunch & relax** * Recommended restaurants near the museum or drive into the city (~5-10 minutes) * **Recommended food:** Eat Khao Pun (Lao papaya salad), bamboo shoot curry, Laab, grilled or steamed Mekong fish, Vietnamese food **13:15 - 14:00: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Monument** * Highlights: A replica of Ho Chi Minh's former residence when he was in Nakhon Phanom (1924-1931) to learn about the history and relations between Thailand and Vietnam. * Activities: Visit the exhibition, life history, old photos, and a replica house. **14:00 - 14:15: Travel to Phraya Sisunthon Square (Riverside)** **14:15 - 16:00: Enjoy the view and relax at Phraya Sisunthon Square (Phaya Sisattanakraj Square)** * Highlights: A public park along the Mekong River, the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge 3, and a beautiful photo spot of the Mekong River. * Activities: Take a walk along the river, see the view of the Lao side (Khammouane Province), take a photo with Phraya Sisunthon (Phaya Sisattanakraj) and other monuments, see the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge 3, buy souvenirs/snacks along the way. * **Additional (if you have time):** Visit **Wat Okat (Sri Wenchai)** which is very close. It is an old temple with a Christian church mixed in with a Buddhist temple. And there is a beautiful ancient library in the middle of the water **16:00 - 16:30: Prepare to take a sunset cruise** * Walk to the pier along the Mekong near the Phraya Si Sunthon area (Nong Saeng Pier, Municipal Pier or as agreed with the service provider) * **Important:** **Should book a boat in advance** (contact the hotel, Mekong riverside restaurant, or search for the service provider on Google/Facebook) and confirm the time/meeting point * Buy drinks or snacks to take on the boat **16:30 - 18:00: Sunset Boat Trip** * Highlight: The most beautiful sunset view of Nakhon Phanom From the middle of the Mekong River, see the 3rd Friendship Bridge and the view of both sides of Thailand and Laos * Activity: Take a relaxing boat ride, take beautiful photos, enjoy the atmosphere, listen to the sound of water, relieve stress * **Boat type:** Mostly long-tail boats of the villagers or small tourist boats **18:00 onwards: Have dinner & walk** * **Popular options:** **Nakhon Phanom Walking Street (Sunthonwichit Road)** Along the Mekong River (open only on Friday-Sunday) There are many types of food, both Isaan, Vietnamese, a la carte, desserts, souvenirs * **Other options:** General riverside restaurants with beautiful views or restaurants in the city * **Recommended dinner:** Koi Pla, Om, Sa, Nem Nuang, grilled food, coffee/iced tea by the Mekong River **Important things to know:** 1. **Getting there:** This plan requires a private car or renting a car (car/motorcycle) is the most convenient because the places are spread out. **Especially Phra That Phanom is far from the city (~60 km)** If you don't have a car, you may have to rely on a songthaew (Nakhon Phanom-That Phanom line), which will take longer and make it difficult to control the schedule. **You have to leave the city to That Phanom very early in the morning.** And you may have to rent a songthaew or motorcycle taxi for other places in the city. 2. **Sunset:** Sunset times vary depending on the season. You should check the sunset time that day and make an appointment to board the boat accordingly (usually the cruise starts about 1 hour before sunset). 3. **Book a boat:** **Book a boat in advance. **Especially during holidays or during peak tourist seasons** For confidence 4. **Dress code for temples:** Dress appropriately when visiting Wat Phra That Phanom (no sleeveless/sleeveless shirts, shorts/skirts above the knee) 5. **Weather:** Prepare sunglasses, sunscreen, hats, drinking water, especially during the day, and a light sweater for the evening on the boat or in winter 6. **Time:** This plan is quite tight. If you want to travel more leisurely or have elderly/small children, it is recommended to choose some spots or divide it into 2 days #TravelPlan #TravelPlan #VisitNakhonPhanom