One of the most sought-after resorts in the world, until the 60s of the twentieth century, it was a modest fishing village, until a medical center was opened here for the rehabilitation of wounded American soldiers. Noticing how quickly they were on the mend in this fertile place, the Americans and Europeans began to invest in the construction of luxury hotels and resorts. Fascinating and intense walks with guides, during which a lot of new oriental exotics are discovered, are a fascinating pastime. So, we will tell you about the most interesting excursions in Pattaya, which are held in Russian.

Trip to Chanthaburi Province

This is the very unique opportunity to see the deserted jungle, rainforests, ancient temples and original villages that are hidden away from tourist routes. All this awaits you in the province of Chanthaburi. Only here the excellent mainland nature of Thailand is fully revealed, which you can see by visiting the National Park. You will go there with a guide by car, and the total duration of the trip will be 10 hours. During this time, you will get a lot of positive emotions and impressions.

You will climb to the top of the mountain peak to learn more about the religious traditions of the country by visiting the monastery. The road will not seem so easy to you, because you have to overcome 300 steps. But if you don't want to test yourself for strength, then you can use the funicular. In addition to the impressions that you will certainly experience, appreciating the combination of European architecture and local color, you will replenish your knowledge box with interesting information about the province.

The guide will tell you the story of why the Vietnamese diaspora lives in Chanthaburi. Interesting, right?
At the end, a few more pleasant moments await you:

Cost – $ 122 for a group of 1 to 4 people, regardless of the number of tourists.

Wat Yan Temple Complex, Chinese Museum and Golden Buddha

An excellent introductory program for those who would like to dive deeper into the religion and culture of not only Thailand, but also China. In the program: a visit to the miraculous temple complex and Wat Yan Park, where Buddhists love to relax and meditate. And what delight does the “golden” mountain Kau Chi Chan cause among tourists. It is in it that the 160-meter image of the Buddha is lined with gold plates.

And what about China? The fact is that on the territory of the Wat Yan complex there are temples of different times and styles, including China and India. The program also includes a visit to the chapel on the mountain, which is located a few km from the complex. Just some 300 steps and you are there. But it's worth the climb! By overcoming each of them, you thereby get rid of your negative traits. As a result, becoming innocent as an angel, you will see the “Footprint of the Buddha.”

Cost – $ 38 for 1-2 people. If there are more of you, then everyone will need to pay all $ 19 for this exciting walk.

Amazing and ancient Muang Boran

Ready to visit the most unusual museum in Thailand? Then you should definitely choose this tour, because Muang Boran is a unique open-air museum located on the outskirts of Bangkok. On the territory, the area of which is as much as 80 hectares, you will see copies of more than 100 significant structures. Be careful, because among them there are mythical ones, which appeared thanks to the fantasies of architects.
Why do you need a guide when you can go on your own? Your guide is an experienced traveler who saw many of the presented exhibits live, “touched” them, was imbued with the atmosphere of these revenges, deeply immersed in their history.

Believe me, he has something to tell you and something to tell from what you will not read in tourist guides. Perhaps his fascinating stories will inspire you to new adventures in other countries. Lunch can be booked at the floating market for an additional fee. Do not doubt that you will spend a very exciting day.

Cost – $ 108 for a company of 1 to 4 people.

Journey to Chachoengsao Province

If you have already studied Pattaya well and are eager for new discoveries, go with an experienced guide for a tour:

Be sure to stop at Wat Saman Rattanaram, otherwise you risk never seeing the pink Ganesh. And now another interesting place that both adults and children will like is the bird park and the palm garden. There are parrots, and geese, peacocks and kalaos. You can move around the territory on an electric car. Before you go in search of flying birds that hang from the trees near Wat Po Bang Kla, you will visit another unique place – the Golden Temple.

Price – $ 152 (for a group of 1 to 4 people). Additionally, you need to pay entrance tickets (220 baht).

Pattaya – first acquaintance

Around the city by Toyota car with a personal guide. What could be better? This is the perfect way to see all the most important “calling cards” of the resort. What is worth only a gorgeous view of the Gulf of Thailand, which opens from one of the observation decks of the city. In general, after this excursion, your Instagram will explode from the number of “envious” likes of subscribers. This program is suitable for those who first arrived in Pattaya on vacation.

Other world-famous places are also waiting for you. The temple complex Wat Yan, where you can get acquainted with the culture of Thailand, China and India and Mount Khao Chi Chan, which is impossible not to notice. It dazzles tourists with the brilliance of golden plates, from which the statue of Buddha is made. Buddha Hill, which you will go to next, will allow you to take truly impressive photos of the panorama of the city. For an additional fee, the program can include a visit to the Snake Farm.

Price: $137 for 1-2 people. If there are more of you, then everyone will need to pay $55.

Emerald Island

An excursion to this unique corner of blessed nature – the island of Koh Kham – will give you hours of extraordinary rest, full of serene peace, enchanting beauty and peaceful pleasure. The Blue Lagoon is a piece of coastline chosen as a private beach for the sailors of the Thai Navy. Here, the charms of pristine nature, with small bamboo houses under thatched roofs, are successfully combined with the attributes of a modern resort in the form of cafes and bars.

Azure waters caress with their warm purity, perfectly soft sand beckons you to soak up it, allowing you to relax and feel how beautiful life is! Here you can truly feel the heavenly pleasure: there is no beach noise, the hubbub of the crowd, annoying sellers. After swimming, you have the opportunity to taste delicious exotic dishes and drinks in local cafes.

Journey to Koh Samet

A speedboat ride on the waves of the Gulf of Thailand is an amazing journey in itself. Considering that her goal is to visit the protected island, sung in the poem of Santhon Phu, this trip will become one of the best memories of Thailand.

When you see the incredible beauty of the bay, find yourself in mysterious caves, admire the snow-white beaches, believe that it was here that the hero of the poem defeated the mythical giant, bewitching him with the unusual sound of a magic flute. You will also be enchanted by the exotic beauty of virgin nature, unearthly landscapes, looking at which you will think: “This is divine!” The resort infrastructure of the island will not disappoint, where everything is provided for a good rest. The cost of the tour is $24 per person.

Sea cruise “Madagascar”

This type of excursion, organized especially for tourists from Russia, is suitable for those who love outdoor activities, swimming, fun company, fishing (and plans to combine everything in one day). When going on a trip, you need to take a swimsuit, a towel, a hat, sunscreen, a mask and fins (if any). The voyage program includes fishing, swimming and a visit to Monkey Island. Usually the stay on the ship takes place in a cheerful atmosphere of music, dancing and even performances by artists and treats with light alcoholic drinks (for a nominal fee) and snacks.

When the ship anchors, all travelers are divided into groups depending on the chosen activity: some go fishing by boat, others also go by boat to the island beach, where they swim and sunbathe on the white, flour-like sand. After lunch, organized on the ship, the ship goes to about. Monkeys, where those who want to communicate with macaques land, the rest remain on the deck. A lot can be written about visiting Monkey Island. Thrill seekers should visit it. Judging by the reviews of tourists, positive emotions from sea adventures go off scale.

A full day on the island of luck Koh Sichang

The 1-day excursion includes visits to many unusually interesting places and objects, with a wonderful holiday on the magnificent island beach. A bus from Pattaya will take you to the charming resort town of Si Racha, where in a local park everyone will meet giant turtles that you can feed. A visit to the Chinese temple, located on a small mountain, will not leave you indifferent. After that, a comfortable boat will take everyone to Koh SI Chang (Luck Island), where everything is all exotic: the local population speaking their own dialect; life painted according to Feng Shui; a feeling of primal happiness and peace reigning around.

You will be surprised by the unusual tuk-tuks – a cross between a car and a moped, on which you will take a sightseeing tour of the island. After stopping at the funicular, take it up to the ancient monastery, visiting which brings good luck. You will look into 3 monastery caves, where natural and man-made wonders will open in the form of a wall covered with gold foil, an amazing statue of the Monkey God, red ribbons that attract good luck, with the names of visitors, etc.

The next object is a picturesque bay, indented with mysterious grottoes, where pirates hid their stolen treasures. After exploring the grottoes, a real architectural and landscape wonder awaits you – the royal palace and park complex, currently owned by the Thai king Rama V. Full of delight from what you saw, taking a photo as a souvenir against the backdrop of beautiful views, you will find yourself on a magnificent beach. “digest”. Lunch, consisting of delicious Thai dishes, will complement the positive of the tour.

Sea activities on the uninhabited island of Koh Pai

A boat trip to the island of Koh Pai is a truly fascinating journey, full of unexplored sensations and a kind of extreme. Participants are only required to bring sunscreen, a hat, a camera, snorkeling equipment (if available), and a light shoulder cover (protection from sunburn).

The excursion program includes many entertainments:

A visit to the island itself causes a special delight: incomparable landscapes, purest sand, amazing color of the sea, swimming in the gentle waves everyone likes. Here you can go snorkeling, diving (the bottom is irresistibly beautiful). For amateur photographers – a wide scope for shooting – there are plenty of stunning backgrounds. Anglers will also get a considerable dose of pleasure – an amazing fish pecks well. After a delicious lunch – serene wallowing on the sand or in hammocks before sailing to Pattaya.

Luxurious Ayutthaya and the residence of the kings of Bang Pa-In

If you are passionate about history, archeology, you should definitely visit the capital of Ancient Siam – Ayutthaya, about the wealth and power of which there are many legends. For 400 years of existence, 33 kings and 5 ruling dynasties have changed here. Every stone, every column of the ancient city are eloquent witnesses of the past greatness. For archaeologists – a storehouse of unique artifacts, but it will be interesting for everyone here!

During the tour you will see several dilapidated and now functioning temples, the summer palace of Bang Pa In – the residence of the Chakri dynasty. Live, bright information of the guide will complement the unforgettable impression of the extraordinary spectacle. It is impressive to visit the temple of the monks (Wat Yai), where there is a majestic statue of the liberator king Naresuan, whose ashes are kept in an 80-meter stele-stupa. In the wonderful park surrounding the palace, numerous Buddha statues in meditating poses will appear before your eyes. Each temple will leave an indelible impression in your soul and enrich your spiritual world, raise your cultural level.

River Kwai, Erawan Ei Sayok Noi waterfalls

The mass of the most pleasant impressions awaits travelers in this 2-day excursion. R. Kwai is called the Venice of Thailand: active life goes directly on the river water.

The program of an unusual trip includes:

Cambodia for 2 days (Seam Reap and Angkor Wat)

The cheapest 2-day trip from Pattaya to Cambodia will introduce its participants to the main attractions of this country and its flavor. In the excursion program:

Given the duration of the journey (6 hours one way), you should not take the kids with you. The cost of the voyage is $137. In addition, you will need a visa, which tourists receive at the border. You can choose a category – economy, standard or VIP. Economy does not include breakfast, dinner and entertainment show.

Amazing Thailand

During this 1-day excursion you will see the most striking sights of Thailand, its main symbols that amaze the imagination.

The visiting program is as follows:

The entry fee for adults is $83 and $38 for children under 12.

Princess Island

More recently, a truly magical place, lost in the Gulf of Thailand, has become available to tourists in Pattaya. This is an island in Samae-San, informally called “Princess Island” and “Turtle Island”. Once upon a time, families of fishermen lived here, then moved to the mainland. Samae-San began to be used as a training ground for military exercises and training camps. Now the island is gaining popularity as a new tourist attraction, although the infrastructure here is only cafes and shady canopies.

Becoming a member of a 1-day group trip to Princess Island, you will get an extraordinary pleasure. Marvelous beaches with velvet white sand, the incredible beauty of the coastal coral reef inhabited by exotic inhabitants, the blue of the sea make you fall in love at first sight.

You will not be bored here, all kinds of entertainment await you:

In the only stylized cafe, a delicious Thai lunch awaits you. The return trip will give vivid impressions of visiting the Luang Po Dam temple, the turtle farm, warships and Mount Khao Chi Chan (golden Buddha).

Cost: vzr. – 1950 baht, children – 1300 baht.

Trip to Bangkok

One of the liveliest, exotic and paradoxical cities on the planet – Bangkok will pleasantly stun you with crowds, a huge number of fabulously beautiful temples, palaces, monuments. All the time it will seem to you that you find yourself in an oriental fairy tale, on the pages of which you will see:

You will be satisfied with a romantic cruise along the ancient canals of the river. Chao Phraya, performed on amazing boats with a long bow. You will enjoy the ascent on the Ferris Wheel next to the shopping and entertainment center, where you will definitely go to indulge in exciting shopping.

Ticket price: adults – $ 77, children (under 14) – $ 38.

Evening in old Siam

A 10-hour sightseeing tour of the ancient sights of the Thai kingdom will plunge you into the world of man-made and natural wonders. Unique monuments of ancient architecture, breathtaking landscapes and interesting entertainment await everyone.

The temple-museum of Erawan, personifying the divine legend of the 33-headed elephant, which drove the deity of Hinduism Indra, strikes the imagination with its size and exoticism. Only in Siam you can see something similar: a temple in the form of a giant elephant with 3 heads (height 45 m, weight 250 tons). You will appreciate the level of artistic skill of Thai builders.

In the ancient park city of Muang Boram, you will see exact copies of the architectural masterpieces of Thailand (more than 100), located in a picturesque area. Inspection of magnificent buildings will alternate with other entertainments: communication with spotted deer, riding bicycles, boats along the canals.

Visiting the “highlight” of Thailand – the floating market, dine in one of its restaurants.

Cost: adults – $ 74, children (up to 14 years old) – $ 37.

Ko Krok, Ko Sak and Ko Lan Islands

A sea excursion to small islands will become an unforgettable penetration into the world of pristine nature, impregnable rocks, unreal beauty of the underwater depths. From Pattaya Pier you will go by ship.

On the island of Koh Krok (8 km from Pattaya), soak up the only beach with white sand after swimming, banana boating, fishing. Here you can admire the coral reef to your heart's content, diving with a mask and fins. You can buy skillful handicrafts-souvenirs from local stone carvers. Try to capture the stunning flora and fauna with your lens. During the journey, those who wish will have the opportunity to go parasailing.

On the horseshoe-shaped island of Ko Sak, in a quiet bay protected from the wind, you can enjoy swimming and swimming. For divers, snorkelers – here is just a paradise! Along the southern coast stretches a coral reef with a colorful variety of marine life. All the beauty can be seen not only plunging into the water, but also from the porthole of a small submarine.

Ko Lan – the most inhabited and largest of the 3 islands will meet with noisy beaches with many water rides and other entertainment. On the way back you will rest, “digesting” the impressions.

Price: adults – $ 40, children (from 5 to 10 years old) – $ 21.

Magic tattoos Sak Yant

Only in Cambodia and Thailand are practiced Sak Yant tattoos – sacred patterns based on Buddhist motifs and magical elements. It is believed that the owners of such tattoos are guaranteed protection, health and good luck, so foreign tourists willingly apply symbolic patterns. You will have the opportunity to see with your own eyes the process of applying magical tattoos, find out their semantic interpretation and even become a carrier of one of them on a certain area of the skin.

The choice of a place where you can make Sak Yant is great here: almost all the temples of Northern Thailand and Bangkok. When you visit a tattoo artist's workshop, you will see how patterns are applied to other clients. This is not just technical work, but a magical ritual where the master puts his spiritual energy. Each tattoo is a kind of amulet, a talisman, the design of which is selected individually. At the final stage, the tattoo artist casts spells, speaking Yant.

The master will not always agree with your choice, but offers the most suitable version of the drawing, which will have a beneficial effect on your life. In some cases, he even refuses someone, believing that he does not need to place mantras on himself.

Price (with the service of an interpreter) – $ 107 (for the 1st). Group 2-3 people – $88.5

Discovery Tour

A 1-day fascinating excursion Discovery Tour will give a lot of new discoveries and impressions from the amazing world of animals and communication with them.

Dive into the tropical fauna will begin from Monkey Mountain, where Javanese macaques live. Feeding these unusually agile and rather arrogant creatures delights children. But you need to be careful and careful while doing this. Feast on freshly picked pineapples in the pineapple grove.

The next exotic site is an oyster plantation, where you will certainly be treated to fresh oysters with Thai sauce. Then there will be an opportunity to see the Chinese temple “Red Dragon” to compare it with the Thai “brother”.

Inspection of the Thai Temple of Hell and Paradise with symbolic statues of sinners will leave a rather gloomy impression.

Staying at Khao Kheo – the open zoo – is a great pleasure. You will see deer grazing, feed giraffes through the fence, get close to predators separated by bars.

At the nearby Tiger Zoo, exciting interactive displays with tigers, crocodiles, elephants and lunch at a crocodile meat restaurant await you.

Price: adults – $37, children (under 10) – $25.

Traditional culture and religion in Pattaya

The opportunity to see and appreciate the ethnic, cultural and religious traditions from the inside will present an excursion to the sacred objects of Pattaya. An incredible impression will leave a visit to the village of the Karen tribe, where long-necked women live. The custom of wearing copper rings around the neck, which came from ancient times, is now preserved mainly in order to attract tourists. Here, indeed, there is someone and something to see.

A visit to an ordinary Thai village will introduce you to the way of life of the peasants, their way of life and leisure, cultural traditions. Here, rituals and conspiracies of protection from troubles and failures will be performed for you, and karma will be cleansed. You can come into close contact with religious customs in the monastery with the long name Wat Yannasangwararam. Here you will also be offered to “cleanse karma” by going up the 300 steps to the sacred footprint of the Buddha.

You will see the notorious terracotta warrior found in the imperial tomb in the Chinese palace museum. Along the way, you will visit the crocodile lake, try kebabs there, and grape juice in the vineyard.

Price: adults – $ 34, children (under 14) – $ 24.

Diving

One of the most popular and beloved by Russians, the resort of Pattaya is an excellent “school” for beginner divers and an opportunity for experienced athletes to show their abilities. There are excellent conditions for this type of marine entertainment, so diving tours are regularly organized under the guidance of a professional instructor. You will be enchanted by the fantastic beauty of the underwater world of Thailand.

The 6 hour tour includes:

The study of some sunken objects is allowed only with a special certificate that ensures safety.

Price: 2 dives – $86, accompanying person – $32.

Marine program Caribo

A 5-hour stay on the bamboo island of Koh Pai is a magical unity with wildlife, with its exotic beauty. Hours of complete relaxation away from civilization will allow you to get rid of the burden of worries and problems and improve your mental health. Looking around the panorama of the island, covered with the most tenacious tree species – bamboo, endless sea blue, you will feel like a happy person. But contemplation of beauty is not the main occupation here.

You will enjoy a beach holiday, fishing with a generous bite, snorkeling. Extreme lovers will be able to test themselves in wakeboarding (riding a board on the waves behind a boat) or ride a “bun. Beach volleyball, football and other sand activities are no exception. You will not leave hungry – everyone will have a delicious lunch.

Price: adult – $64, children (from 5 to 10) – $32. Children under 5 years old – b / n.

Tour to Koh Samet for 2 days

The time spent on the island with pristine nature – Samet, will be one of the best memories of Thailand. In 2 days you will accumulate exotic impressions for the whole year. Virgin forests with diverse flora and fauna, mirror lagoons, snow-white layer of fine coral sand, transparent turquoise sea attract many tourists here.

1 day. You will admire the almost untouched nature to your heart's content, soak up the hot sand, swim in the purest water. Here you will have the opportunity to see the incredible beauty of the underwater world, diving into the depths with a mask, fins and snorkel. In the evening, admire the incendiary spectacle – the Fire Show.

2nd day. Walking along the tourist trails of the national park, you can see the ancient temples. You will see rare plants, trees, birds with exotic plumage. If you wish, you can use the services of local masseurs, visit a restaurant or a bar.

Price: adults – $ 49, children (under 12) – $ 27.

Trip to Siam Park in Bangkok

Vivid impressions and thrills leave a visit to the “Thai Disneyland” – Siam Park in Bangkok. All attractions here are created in Asian style, which gives the entertainment facility a special entourage that differs from the European style. The huge territory of the park consists of 3 zones: water park, children's and family attractions, extreme entertainment.

In the water park (Water Park) with an artificial sea, everyone will like it – many water attractions, artistically designed pools, spas. In the children's area (Small World) there are various swings, carousels in the form of cars, funny horses, boats. Parents with older children will enjoy the family area, “inhabited” by fantastical creatures and “space” attractions. The exotic landscape of the territory enhances positive emotions.

X-Zone is equipped with extreme attractions: dizzying roller coasters, air “roads”, etc. It attracts the attention of thrill-seekers. Siam Park will leave the most pleasant experience even for those who have visited Disneyland in Paris or New York.

Cost: adults (from 14) – $ 25, children (up to 14) – $ 22.

Trip to Khao Kheo

A trip to the Kho Kheo Open Zoo is an exploration of the exotic flora and fauna of Thailand. Here, on a vast territory, almost all species of animals, birds, amphibians living in the tropics are collected. Many of them roam freely among the beauties of the park. Predators do not sit in cages, but live in pens fenced with bars. You can not only see giraffes, elephants, deer, but also feed them. Tigers, lions, crocodiles, bears can be approached from behind bars.

You will have the opportunity to see the rarest specimens of the pygmy hippopotamus, tapir, etc. A guide who speaks Russian will help you better navigate the thematic zones of the zoo in order to be able to see more. You are guaranteed boundless admiration and delight, a stay in the amazing Kheo Khao can be captured in a photo.

Price: adult – $ 16. Children – $11.

Quad biking around the resort

On a comfortable and fairly safe transport – a quad bike on a trip around the area you will admire the coconut and date groves. See in reality the sprawling pineapple plantations, impenetrable jungle and other delights of the tropics.

Voyage program:

Cost of the trip: driver – $51, passenger – $38 (quad bike engine size 150 cc)
Driver – $54, passenger – $38 (engine size – 300 cc).

Cartoon Network Water Park

The newly opened luxurious water park, which is not inferior to the best world standards in modern infrastructure, will not disappoint you and your children. Incredible design and intricate designs of attractions, bright colors will make a 7-hour visit to Cartoon Network an unforgettable event.

Immeasurable pleasure will be delivered by amazing water rides:

After an adrenaline rush on fantastic rides, a delicious lunch in one of the cafes.

Cost with lunch: adults – $38, children – $35.

Alancarn show

A grandiose 3-hour costume show with the participation of professional actors introduces the audience to the history and traditions of Thailand. Bright episodes based on the epic Ramayana, Thai myths and legends await you. Colorful actions are accompanied by laser-light special effects. You will see an incredible spectacle – a combat battle on elephants.

The show consists of 3 thematic acts-performances, one more beautiful than the other. In the 1st act, Thai beliefs will “come to life” in front of you. You will see national dances, songs, acrobatic numbers in the 2nd act. Prince Rama, the monkey king Hanuman will “resurrect” before the audience, who will defeat the Demon of Evil and free Rama's beloved from captivity.

In the 3rd act of the show, the story of the 3 Thai kingdoms of Sukhothai, Ayutthaya and modern Rattakosin unfolds. The extraordinary expressiveness of the movements, the virtuosity of the dancers, the bright costumes, the battle scenes and the whole theatrical show in general will make a deep impression.

The ticket price is $40.

spice garden

The history of spicy herbs, cereals, called spices, goes into the distant past. Now it is difficult to imagine any cuisine in which a variety of spices would not be used. Cooking national Thai dishes is not conceivable without fragrant, spicy herbal supplements. It is no coincidence that there are interesting places to visit here – the Garden and the Museum of Spice. Walking through the museum, you will see all the variety of spices, learn interesting details about their beneficial properties.

Breathe in the aromas of growing herbs, flowers and fruit trees in the charming garden. Get acquainted with the technology of growing herbs, caring for the garden. Undoubtedly, a master class on quick cooking of a 3-course lunch will bring undoubted pleasure: salad from tropical fruit gifts, shrimp soup, chicken with rice garnish. You will see in practice how spices improve the taste of products. After a traditional tea party, you will visit a special shop where you can choose spice sets for various dishes, herbal balms, natural creams.

The price is $11.