A weaver in a white shirt working bright pink silk thread at a wooden loom

Journeys / Agricultural heritage

Rice Keeper’s Path

Three days working alongside rice-farming families. The loop runs at planting and again at harvest.

Silk weaving, Ban Tha Sawang

Schematic map of Isaan showing the Rice Keeper’s Path route
Schematic, not to scaleRice Keeper’s Path

The route

Khon Kaen → Roi Et → Yasothon → Khon Kaen

Duration
3 days
Distance
450 km
Best season
May to Jul, Nov to Dec

Highlights

  • Planting at dawn
  • Working with water buffalo
  • Traditional irrigation
  • A silk-weaving workshop

Included

Farm stays, traditional tools, seasonal cooking.