1. Chiang Mai
Distance: 700.19 km
Travel time by bus: 17 hours 45 minutes (combined bus and flight: 4 hours 3 minutes)
Travel time by car: Approximately 10-12 hours
What to visit/do:
Explore ancient temples like Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Wat Chedi Luang
Visit ethical elephant sanctuaries
Experience the vibrant Sunday Walking Market
Hike in Doi Inthanon National Park
Enjoy the trendy Nimmanhaemin Road area
2. Phuket
Distance: 633 km
Travel time by bus: Approximately 22 hours 57 minutes
Travel time by car: About 8 hours 7 minutes
What to visit/do:
Relax on famous beaches like Patong and Kata
Visit the iconic Big Buddha statue
Explore Phuket Old Town's Sino-Portuguese architecture
Take a boat tour of Phang Nga Bay
Experience the nightlife on Bangla Road
3. Krabi
Distance: 585 km
Travel time by bus: 12 hours to 12 hours 30 minutes
Travel time by car: Approximately 7-8 hours
What to visit/do:
Enjoy the stunning Railay Beach
Take a boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands
Climb the steps to Tiger Cave Temple for panoramic views
Swim in the Emerald Pool at Thung Teao Forest Natural Park
Go rock climbing on the limestone cliffs
4. Pattaya
Distance: 326.4 km
Travel time by bus: About 5 hours
Travel time by car: About 4 hours
What to visit/do:
Visit the intricate Sanctuary of Truth wooden temple
Enjoy water activities at Pattaya Beach or the quieter Jomtien Beach
Explore the Walking Street's vibrant nightlife
See marine life at Underwater World Pattaya
Spend a day at the Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark
5. Bangkok
Distance: Approximately 200 km
Travel time by bus: 3-4 hours
Travel time by car: 3-4 hours
What to visit/do:
Explore the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew complex
Visit Wat Pho to see the Reclining Buddha
Take a boat ride on the Chao Phraya River
Shop at the massive Chatuchak Weekend Market
Experience the vibrant street food scene in Chinatown (Yaowarat)
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