🔄 Updated 21 Jun 2026
The official name is Monsoon Valley Vineyard (people still often call it Hua Hin Hills Vineyard). It belongs to Siam Winery and sits in Nong Phlap, in the hills behind Hua Hin town. The draw is the vineyard-in-the-mountains setting that's genuinely rare in Thailand, plus the chance to try wine actually grown and made in the tropics. If you assumed Thai wine couldn't be done well, this is the place that changes your mind.
Entry to the vineyard is free — there's no gate fee. You only pay for what you choose to do, whether that's renting a bike, a tasting flight, or a meal at the restaurant. It works for couples, families, and groups of friends who want to escape the beach and chill somewhere with a different feel.
What you can do here
There are really three main things to do: taste wine, cycle, and sit back with a drink and a view. Pick one or do all three — most people spend around half a day here.
- Wine tasting — order a flight and compare several wines in one go. There are wine-only sets and sets paired with tapas.
- Cycling in the vineyard — there are routes along the rows of vines and around the lake; just rent a bike at the service point.
- Vineyard and mountain views — walk up to the viewpoint or sit at the restaurant and watch the vines stretch out to the hills. The light is gorgeous in the late afternoon.
- Wine bottle painting — decorate your own bottle to take home as a souvenir, fun if you've got kids or a group of friends along.
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Wine tasting — which flight to order
The thing a lot of people come for is the tasting flight. The nice part is you get to try several wines without paying for a full bottle. The popular one is the premium three-wine flight (Colombard white, Shiraz red, and White Shiraz) for around 290 THB. If you want something to nibble on alongside, there are wine-and-tapas sets too.
Premium 3-wine flight
Covers white, red, and rosé in a single flight — ideal for a first visit when you just want to know what Thai wine tastes like. Best value if you're on your own.
Wine-only flights (various)
Several flights to choose from depending on how many wines and which labels, from a small set up to one that includes the special-edition bottles. Good if you're serious about comparing.
Wine + tapas set
Pairs the wine with snacks like cheese and tapas — easier to linger over and more filling. Great if you're coming as a couple or a group.
Straight talk
Tasting prices and the wine list change with the season and stock, so check the menu at the counter or ask before ordering to be sure. And if you've driven yourself, remember that once you've been tasting you'll want a non-drinking driver, or take the shuttle instead.
Cycling in the vineyard
Another favourite is renting a bike and riding along the rows of vines — the cool breeze in the valley is just right. There's an easy route of about 3 kilometres for most people, and a tougher "red" route of around 4 kilometres for stronger riders. Rental starts at around 100 THB for 30 minutes and 150 THB for 1 hour.
Tip
Ride in the morning or evening when it's more comfortable — midday sun in the valley is fairly strong. Bring a hat, sunglasses, and water with you.
The Sala — dining with vineyard views
On the grounds is The Sala Wine Bar & Bistro, an open-sided pavilion that looks out over the vines running all the way to the hills. It's where people settle in for a while to eat, sip wine, and take photos. The menu has both Western and Thai dishes to go with the estate's own wines.
A table with vineyard views
Tables along the terrace look out over the rows of vines and the hills, and the light is at its best in the evening. Booking ahead is worth it, especially on weekends.
A glass and a chill
Order a single glass with a snack and just relax — perfect if you don't want a big meal but want to soak up the atmosphere.
Opening hours
The vineyard and The Sala are open daily, with hours that shift by season. From April to October they're open 9:00–19:00 (last orders 18:30), and from November to March 9:00–20:00 (last orders 19:30). Aim to arrive in the late afternoon and stay through sunset for the best atmosphere.
How to get there from Hua Hin
The vineyard is in Nong Phlap, about 35 kilometres from Hua Hin town, up into the valley. There's no public transport that goes all the way there, so there are three main options.
- Drive / rent a car — the most convenient and flexible, around 40–50 minutes from town, with parking on site. Best if you've got a non-drinking driver.
- Taxi / private car — book a taxi or hire a car for the round trip with waiting time, good for groups who want to taste wine without driving. Agree on a total price including the wait with the driver before you set off.
- Vineyard shuttle — there's a shuttle service from a meeting point at Villa Market in Hua Hin, around 300 THB per person round trip. Book ahead, since the departures are limited.
Plan ahead
If you're set on eating at The Sala or using the shuttle, call or email to book in advance — especially on Saturdays and Sundays and through the cool season when it gets busy. Reserving keeps you from missing out.
When it looks best
The vineyard looks its best from late rainy season into the cool season (roughly November–February), when the weather is pleasant, the vines are green, and it's close to harvest. As for the time of day, late afternoon into evening is when the light is loveliest and the air is just right. If you can, come on a weekday — it's far less crowded than weekends.
Plan the rest of your Hua Hin–Prachuap trip
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