The journey may be made into a full day-trip through pleasant upland scenery by visiting the small, undeveloped market town of Samoeng and returning via Hang Dong on R 1296. Just after the Viang Ping Home for babies a small lane west leads to a canal. Go north, cross the first bridge and follow the unsealed road west to a popular week-end recreation spot by a small reservoir on army land. Places to relax with stalls selling sticky rice, grilled meats and fish are numerous. Go clockwise as far as possible to reach the Pleun Prai Restaurant.
Most travel companies have tours that visit the numerous attractions.
The listing is from east to west on R 1096. The orchid farms have large collections where butterflies may be seen pupating. All farms have restaurants and shops selling orchid jewellery. Along with other attractions, the orchid farms are found in the lower part of the valley. Rocket festivals are common in the sixth and seventh lunar months throughout the north and northeast of Thailand.