Hua Hin tour: Monkey Mountain, temple & vineyard tasting

Thailand's wine country sits in the hills just west of Hua Hin town.

A four-hour guided tour from Hua Hin and Cha-am hotels takes you to Monkey Mountain for coastal views, Wat Huay Mongkol temple with its enormous Luang Phor Thuad statue, Hua Hin Hills Vineyard for wine tasting, and the open-air shops of Plearnwan. An English-speaking guide, welcome drink at the vineyard, water and return transport are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Hua Hin's landmarks and vineyard

• Pick up from Hua Hin or Cha-am resorts
• Visit Monkey Mountain Big Buddha statue
• Drive to Wat Huay Mongkol statue
• Wine tasting at Hua Hin Hills Vineyard
• Shop at Plearnwan open-air mall

The experience

Monkey Mountain, Khao Takiab, opens the tour with the Big Buddha statue positioned by the sea. You drive up the hillside to a vantage point that frames the Hua Hin coastline, then head inland to Wat Huay Mongkol. The temple centers on an enormous seated statue of Luang Phor Thuad, a legendary Thai monk whose image is visible from miles away and whose devotion to meditation and miracles draws pilgrims throughout Thailand.

The vineyard leg takes you to Hua Hin Hills Vineyard, where Thailand's wine production has recently earned international medals. A welcome drink greets you on arrival, and wine tasting is available at your own expense. The vineyard sits in the tranquil Thai countryside west of town: a setting that feels far from the coast despite the short drive. You'll spend roughly an hour here before moving to Plearnwan, a small open-air shopping mall designed to evoke an earlier era, where you can browse local shops at a slower pace.

The guide speaks English throughout, and the itinerary involves a small amount of walking. Comfortable shoes are essential, and temple dress codes apply at Wat Huay Mongkol: no shorts above the knee, no sleeveless or see-through garments, and modest coverage overall. A minimum of two people per booking is required.

What’s included

• English-speaking guide.
• welcome drink at Hua Hin Hills Vineyard.
• bottle of fresh water.
• return transport from and to your Hua Hin or Cha-am hotel.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 13:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by I Asia Thailand

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Hua Hin or Cha-am means you don't need a car or a separate driver to reach Monkey Mountain, the temple and the vineyard. The tour collects you and handles the route, which winds through countryside most visitors miss on their own.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What is the Big Buddha statue on Monkey Mountain like?

The Big Buddha sits by the sea at Khao Takiab, and the tour takes you up the hillside to a vantage point where you can see it framed against the Hua Hin coastline.

Who is Luang Phor Thuad at Wat Huay Mongkol?

Luang Phor Thuad is a legendary Thai monk revered for his enlightenment and ability to perform miracles. The enormous statue at the temple shows him in a seated meditation pose and can be seen from miles away.

Can I taste wine at Hua Hin Hills Vineyard?

Wine tasting is available at the vineyard, though it is at your own expense. A welcome drink is included with the tour.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, pickup and return transport from Hua Hin and Cha-am hotels are included. Transfers from hotels outside these areas cost 600 baht per person.

What should I wear to visit the temple?

Proper temple attire is required: no shorts or dresses above the knee, no sleeveless or see-through garments, and no sportswear. Comfortable walking shoes are also recommended for the tour.