Let’s take you to explore the refreshing and lush green landscapes of Phrae during the rainy season. You’ll discover that this small province has beautiful spots that rival any other destination.
📍 Here are some must-visit spots for a refreshing trip together: 🌿 Wat Phra That Cho Hae 🌿 Wat Phra That Doi Leng 🌿 Doi Leng Viewpoint 🌿 Wat Na Khuha 🌿 Floating Sky Road (Teletubby Hills) 🌿 Wat Phra That Pu Ja ☘️ Come and join us on this review for a fun and refreshing trip!
Traveling to Phrae:
By Car: From Bangkok, take Highway 1, then switch to Highway 11 at In Buri, Sing Buri province. Pass through Phichit, Phitsanulok, and Uttaradit provinces to reach Phrae. The total distance is about 551 kilometers.
By Bus: From Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, several air-conditioned bus services go to Phrae, such as:
The Transport Co., Ltd.: Call 1490 or visit www.transport.co.th
Nakhonchai Air: Call 1624 or visit www.nakhonchaiair.com
Sombat Tour: Call 1215 or visit www.sombattour.com
Cherdchai Tour: Call 06 1023 9292 or visit www.cherdchaitour.com
Pornpiriya Tour: Call 0 2936 2939
There are also bus services from Phrae to various provinces like Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phitsanulok, Lampang, Lamphun, Nan, Nakhon Sawan, and more. For more information, contact Phrae Bus Terminal at 0 5451 1800.
By Train: Trains from Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat Station) to Den Chai Station in Phrae are available daily. For details, call 1690 or visit www.railway.co.th. From Den Chai Station, take a local truck (songthaew) to Phrae, about 26 kilometers away.
By Plane: While Phrae Airport doesn’t currently offer passenger flights in 2024, the closest airport with flights is Nan Nakhon Airport in Nan province. Airlines like Thai AirAsia and Nok Air operate from there. From Nan, you can rent a car or take a van (Nan-Phrae route) for the 115-kilometer trip to Phrae, which takes about 2 hours.
Driving in Phrae is easy if you have planned to rent a car, as the roads through the hills are not too steep.
Driving in Phrae is easy if you have planned to rent a car, as the roads through the hills are not too steep.
Let’s start our journey by visiting the sacred places for peace of mind:
Let's start our journey with a visit to a sacred place: Wat Phra That Cho Hae, a revered temple in Phrae. Located on Cho Hae Road, this temple houses a golden pagoda and is believed to contain a piece of the Buddha's shoulder bone. It's a popular spot for locals and tourists alike.
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Next, let's climb up to Wat Phra That Doi Leng. Perched on a hill, this temple offers stunning panoramic views of Phrae. You'll find beautiful Buddha statues and a serene atmosphere.
For a breathtaking view, head over to the Doi Leng Viewpoint. This spot offers a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
If you're looking for a more peaceful setting, visit Wat Nakhuha. This ancient temple is surrounded by nature and features a large golden Buddha statue.
There is a bamboo bridge, locally known in Northern dialect as “Khua Tae,” connecting the temple across the rice fields to the nearby mountain called Pha Sing. The walking distance is about 200 meters. If you want to visit the rice fields, the best time is from June to October, when the fields are lush green. If you come in early November, the fields will turn golden just before the harvest.
Highway 1343, also known as the Floating Sky Road in Phrae, begins at Ban Oi Junction (near Wat Phra That Pu Ja) in Wiang Sub-district, Rong Kwang District. It is a two-lane paved road that winds up the hills with gentle curves and is not too steep. The total distance is about 10 kilometers.
A distinctive feature of Highway 1343 (the Floating Sky Road in Phrae) is that it cuts across the mountain ridge. On both sides, there are large and small mountains covered with cornfields that stretch across the entire valley. From a distance, the lush green hills resemble the "Teletubby Hills" as seen in the cartoon world.
The reason these mountains appear as open fields with little forest or large trees is that the area has been allocated for local farming. Since most of the terrain consists of mountains with limited flat land, the farming plots are situated on the hills. This area is not part of a protected forest or national park.
This winding mountain road offers breathtaking views of cornfields and green hills that resemble scenes from the Teletubbies. The best time to visit is during the rainy season (June to October) when the scenery is the greenest.
The Floating Sky Road (Highway 1343) is accessible by all types of vehicles, as the road is not very steep and is paved throughout.
Wat Phra That Pu Jae is another important temple in Phrae. It's believed to contain a piece of the Buddha's right foot bone. This temple and its golden pagoda are a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. You'll find a big, beautiful white Buddha statue in a Buddha Image in the Posture of the Buddha's Victory over Mara within the temple grounds. It's out in the open, so you can see it from a long way off.
If you’re looking for a peaceful and refreshing green escape, Phrae in the rainy season is the perfect choice! For more travel info, contact TAT Phrae Office at 0 5452 1118 or visit their Facebook page ททท.สำนักงานแพร่
