Every year a large number of tourists arrive in Thailand. Apart from the tourists coming from every corner of the country, many tourists from abroad also reach Thailand every year and from here many return to their country with good memories. There are many places to visit in Thailand but did you know that road-tripping is one of the best ways to witness the natural beauty of the country. From trees to local villages, traveling by car gives visitors an insight into the Thai lifestyle. Plus, being in control of your own itinerary makes it easy to stop at any time and experience everything you love along the way. Plus, it’s convenient to find a hotel on your trip without any planning required. Thus, these popular road trips are the best routes to take in the Kingdom as they offer stunningly beautiful views of this tropical Southeast Asian country.
Bangkok to Phetchabun
A Bangkok to Phetchabun road trip offers explorers beautiful views of the Kingdom’s countryside. Moreover, this 5-hour road trip features mountains, scores of lush greenery and farms. The drive is also quite pleasant as it is not usually windy or hilly, making it quite an easy adventure to go from Thailand’s capital to this rural city.
Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
A 7-hour drive from the ancient city of Ayutthaya to the northern capital of Chiang Mai; this road trip will be one to remember. Visitors will pass through multiple national parks, including the Doi Khun Tan National Park and the Wiang Kosai National Park among others. Furthermore, Chiang Mai’s Lanna culture is evident upon arrival through its buildings, markets, and hill tribes.
Travellers can also visit the Doi Pui Village, a Hmong settlement that offers a glimpse into traditional hill tribe life. Here, learning a bit about the history of the many ethnic groups that have settled in the northern Thai mountains is certainly an eye-opening experience for most.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
This popular trip by car or motorbike is easily achievable as the journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is only 4-hours. The mountainous region also serves as an amazing backdrop for your road trip, with plenty of sights in between. Travellers can also be assured that it is easy to find a place to grab a bite to eat and dip their feet in the areas’ hot springs.
Chiang Mai to Pai
If you are looking to test your driving skills, this trip is definitely the most intense as it features winding roads and turns. Thus, it is recommended to embark on your road trip during the day as its hills and narrow roads can be difficult to navigate at night. Only a 4-hour trip from Chiang Mai, many travellers enjoy venturing out on their own towards this smaller, more hippie town.
Rayong to Pattaya, Bangkok, and Hua Hin
This ultimate road trip starts on the island of Koh Samet in Rayong Province, where you’ll catch a ferry to the main land. Then, the fun continues as travellers embark on a journey for about 1-hour to Pattaya. Pattaya was once home to some of the most infamous nightlife in the world. Needless to say, staying overnight is a good idea, especially if you plan to experience the Walking Street.
Taking in Thailand’s scenery by road is one of the best ways to travel.