Loop Mae-Hongson in the north of Thailand, Krabi and Islands
Make a lazy and relaxed atmosphere of the North of Thailand, visit the most incredible places, explore the atmospheric temples, waterfalls, picturesque beaches and bays, try the local food, swim in the river with an elephant, swim next to the sharks, swell on the beach party and compare the wild beauty of the little Tourist Paradise with the charm of authentic island life.
Route
Countries on the route: Thailand
Route duration: 18-2 28 days
Travel period: November ; April
Transport on the route: train, bus, motorbike, aircraft, ferry, boats
Approximate budget: 700-800 $ / human (calculated under the budget options for housing and transport. In useful links to the route), plus food (15-20 $ / day) and $ 100-200 on shopping, massages, local tours and TP.
Loop Mae-Hongson in the north of Thailand, Krabi and Islands ; Excellent combination of travel at remote places of Northern Thailand with rest on the Krabi and Islands of Thailand.
Route begins and ends in Bangkok (search flights in Bangkok).
Bangkok, 1-2 days
Consider the old quarters of Bangkok (Downtown), visit the Temple of the Buddha (Wat Pho) and the local school of traditional Thai massage (foot massage ; Mandatory program), go through the channels of Bangkok on the traditional Thai boat, walk through the old quarti quartur quarters, inspect Wat Arun ; Temple of the morning star, one of the most atmospheric and pleasant temples of Bangkok, towering over the waters of the Chao Praia River and try the traditional Thai street food in the Wan Lang market.
Plan a minimum of 1 full day on Bangkok.
How to get from the airport
Airport is connected to the city of railway (Airport Rail). Trains go to Phaya Thai Station Station connected to Skytreyne (Sukhumvit line). The route runs the usual train Suvarnabhumi Airport City Line (about 30 minutes to the city, the cost of about 45 TBH) and express Suvarnabhumi Airport Express – Phaya Thai (about 15 minutes and 90 TBH).
You can also get to the city from the airport, using a taxi – meter, a state taxi, which carries out transportation with tariffing by kilometer. The cost of the center of Bangkok is located in the area of 350 Bt (10 dollars). Parking is located at the first level of the airport.
And, of course, you can order a transfer from the airport to the city (much more expensive than a taxi, but many with a transfer calmer).
Where to live
Ibis Bangkok Riverside ; Good old proven ibis with Thai color, picturesque located on the West Bank of the Chaopraja River (Nearest station BTS Krung Thon Buri). At the hotel ; Spacious clean rooms, restaurant overlooking the river, swimming pool and relaxed atmosphere. Our selection of the hotel is suitable for those who begin or finishes a trip to Bangkok and is not going to stay in the city for a long time. Excellent option to take a shower, sleep in comfort after the flight, walk around the city and actimitize before a real trip.
Look for another housing in Bangkok: on Booking | on agoda | simultaneously in different booking systems
See where to look for accommodation: Bangkoku guide (section where to live)
Approximate budget
- Hotel in Bangkok -40-45 $ per room / night
- Sky-Train ; 2-3 $
- Taxi from the airport ; 10 $
Chiang May, 2-3 days
Take a walk on the streets of the Old Town, visit the famous Ancient Temples Chiang May, find out what a traditional Thai massage and pamper the body and soul in local SPA, merge from the heart on the largest night market of Northern Thailand and appreciate the local cuisine.
How to get from Bangkok
On the night train, from the train station to the hotel at Songteu (Peak-Up Label).
Where to live
Early Bird Bed & Breakfast ; Tiny Guest Hauz, located in the heart of the Old Town. Each of the 10 guest houses is framed in its style (one of the Thai birds)). Rooms ; Spacious, fresh and clean, staff ; Pleasant, Food ; Delicious, Wi-Fi ; free, in general, there is everything you need on ; spend a couple of days for pleasure ;. Book in advance!
Looking for another housing in Chiang May: on Booking | on agoda | simultaneously in different booking systems
See where to look for accommodation: Chiang Mai guide (section where to live)
Approximate budget
- Hotel in Chiang Mae -35-40 $ per room / night
- Train – 25 $ / ticket
- Songteu – 1-2 $
May Sariang, 1-2 days
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a lazy Thai provincial town, shove on a bike or motorbike in the vicinity of May Sariang, admire the views and feel the atmosphere of Wat Chom Thong ; Temple on the mountain, walk along the pedestrian trail in Salavin National Park and sing in hot and stacks.

How to get from Chiang May
By bus (about 4 hours).
Where to live
Riverhouse Hotel ; Not the cheapest (for May Sarianga), but one of the most pleasant accommodation options in the city. Good clean rooms, good restaurant, located on the terrace over the river, parking for cars and bikes, good Wi-Fi. Book in advance in high season!
Looking for another housing in May Sariang: on Booking | on agoda | simultaneously in different booking systems
See where to look for accommodation: Travel Guide for May Sariang (section where to live)
Approximate budget
- Hotel in May Sariang -30-35 $ per room / night
- Bus – 7-8 $ / ticket
- Motobike rental ; 10-15 $ / day
May Hong Son, 2-3 days
Admire the reflection of the Little Buddhist Temple in the waters of the lake, take the motorbike rental and explore the local attractions, try to make friends with ; Longly ; women and treat themselves authentic ; spa treatments ;.
How to get from May Sariang
By bus (about 3.5th hours).
Tickets See here if there are no on-line tickets in the system, ask on the spot in your guest house.
Where to live
BOONDEE HOUSE ; Cute guest, conveniently located ; not far from everything ; ; Lakes, temples, markets, restaurants and city cafes. Pure, pleasant atmosphere.
Look for another housing in Mae Hong Son: on Booking | on agoda | simultaneously in different booking systems
See where to look for accommodation: Guide to May Hong Son (section where to live)
Approximate budget
- Hotel in May Hong Son -20-25 $ per room / night
- Bus – 7-8 $ / ticket
- Motobike rental ; 10-15 $ / day
Pai, 2-3 days
Fulfot a pleasant atmosphere ; Bekpeker ; Paja ; With his night market (PAI Walking Street), restaurants, bars, live music, young and pleasant faces around. Rent a motorbike, bow to a map of interesting places and explore the local natural beauty, refresh the cool waterfall, go through a narrow trop of the canyon, visit the elephant Kemp and take away the elephant in the river.
How to get from May Hong Son
By bus or miniva.
Tickets See here if there are no on-line tickets in the system, ask on the spot in your guest house.
Where to live
Rim Pai Cottage ; Cute bungalows along the river next to the center. Bungalow themselves ; Simple, but clean, plus you have your own small terrace and a charming garden in which strange huge birds walk. There is parking on site (a convenient option for those on the car or plans to rent a motor-bike).
Looking for another housing in Pai: on Booking | on agoda | simultaneously in different booking systems
See where to look for accommodation: Pai Travel Guide (section where to live)
Approximate budget
- Hotel in Pai -30-35 $ per room / night
- Bus – 7-8 $ / ticket
- Motobike rental ; 10-15 $ / day
Return to Chiang May
Plan a return to Chiang May on the last bus from PAY, so you will have a practical whole day in para.