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Budget WorldClass DrivesChiang Mai-Sukhothai Loop
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Budget WorldClass DrivesCHIANG MAI - SUKHOTHAI LOOP
TOUR PROGRAM
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Welcome to your exclusive Budget World Class Drive.
CHIANG MAI –SUKHOTHAI LOOP
The finest old wooden temples, World Heritage historical parks, untamed jungle,rugged mountainous scenery and hill-tribes in the remote reaches of north-westernThailand await you on this tour.
his Worldclass Drive takes yousouth to the city of Lampang
before going on to the historical birth-place of the Thai Kingdom atSukhothai. From there the full tour goeswest to the border town of Mae Sot, acolourful ethnic crossroads.
A special tour goes south to theboundary of Thailand’s last remainingextensive reserve of primary forest.There the remote district town of Um-phang is the base for eco-adventureinto the jungle for two days or more.
From Mae Sot the return routefollows the Thai-Myanmar bordernorth-west along the Moei Riverthrough country populated by theKaren. Striking karst scenery is fol-lowed by a pass through mountainouscountry to the Yuam River Valley andMae Sariang. Turning north-east, theroute crosses a major watershedbefore entering the valley of the RiverPing and passing the highest moun-tain in Thailand en route back toChiang Mai.
The full tour programme takes fivedays, but this can be shortened byreturning to Chiang Mai directly fromSukhothai on alternative routes. Thistour also offers scenic and culturalalternatives to the northern section ofthe busy main highway betweenChiang Mai and Bangkok.
ACCOMMODATION
The raw distance for each day’sdrive is fairly short, allowing time forstops along the way as well as for side-trips. Destinations for each night, there-
T fore, are flexible. The listings here onlyinclude the best places to stay alongthe routes. The main towns usuallyhave local hotels (see maps) forcommercial travellers, some of whichhave more expensive rooms or suites.The rooms in many of these hotels areoften satisfactory, though basic. Fullprice indications for accommodationare listed as follows:
(1500-3000 Baht)(500-1500 Baht)
(500 Baht or less)
Major credit cards are accepted bythe up-market hotels and restaurants,but otherwise you will needcash for the small, remoteplaces along the route.
WHEN TO GO
The peak season runsfrom mid-November till afterthe Chinese New Year (at theend of the first lunar monthof the calendar year) andrises again for the Songkranfestival (Thai New Year) inmid-April. Advance bookingis necessary for peak periods.
Warm clothing is neededfor cold temperatures inupland areas, especiallybetween November andMarch. The rainy season(July-September) offers tur-bulent skies and clearervisibility over the ruggedlandscape, not to forget lowseason discounts of 50% ormore on accommodation.
MAPS, KEY POINTSAND INFORMATION
The maps in this booklet have beenspecially researched and prepared forthis tour. Key Points along the routeindicate important road junctions. Auseful addition as a general map ofNorthern Thailand, however, is the“Thailand North” map published byBerndtson & Berndtson. Visitors willalso find invaluable a good guide bookproviding cultural background andmore comprehensive information.
DAY 1
Chiang Mai - Lampang99 kms.
DAY 2
Lampang - Sukhothai205 kms.
DAY 3
Sukhothai - Mae Sot166 kms.
DAY 4
Mae Sot - Mae Sariang232 kms.
DAY 5
Mae Sariang - Chiang Mai190 kms.
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DAY 1 : CHIANG MAI -LAMPANG 99 kms.
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H11 to Lampang and Om MuangRd.
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H 11 (KM.20) & H1034 to Ko Kha
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H1 to Chiang Rai & H11 to ChiangMai
11 is a fast divided highway andthe main trunk route to the south.
If you are on the slower itinerary
The Thai Elephant Conservation Centre and Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang, thefinest example of a Northern Thai temple, are highlights in a day’s drive that goessouth to Lampang, a historical city on the banks of the Wang River.
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outlined in this guide, you will still haveto start early in order to visit Lamphun(alternative route) as well as catch the11:00 show at the Thai Elephant Con-servation Centre (ST.1). Many templescan be visited on this tour, however,and you may find it better to leave avisit to Lamphun for your return. Turnleft off Highway 1 to enter LampangCity (see city map).
Lampang was formerly known asKhelang and has been in existencesince before the 14th century. Theruling house of this city fought forindependence from the Burmese in the18th century and established an
autonomous northern vassal statecentred on Chiang Mai, which wasfinally incorporated into the Kingdomof Siam in the late 19th century.
The old wooden trading buildingsalong the river front have been well-preserved in the Talat Kao area on thesouth banks. The commercial southpart of the town can be seen in a tourby horse and cart starting from in frontof the provincial office.
On the northern banks remnantsof the old city walls enclose spaciouscompounds and temples. A large teakhouse built in 1885 called Ban Sao Nakis open to the public (10:00-17:00), andBurmese style buildings are found atboth Wat Phra Kaew Ton Taew andWat Pongsanuk Tai. Wat Chum Si andWat Si Rong Muang south of the riverare also Shan-Burmese in style.
For dining in the evening the riverfront offers several good restaurantsand pubs; recommended is the HuanChom Wang (17:00-22:30).
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ACCOMMODATION
Lampang Wiengthong Hotel. 138/109 Phaholyothin Rd. T Suan Dok,Lampang 52100 Tel: (054) 225801-2,Fax: (66 54) 225803. A modernupmarket hotel.
Lampang River Lodge. H1 KM.591opposite Susco Gas Station. Tel: (054)226922. Bangkok Res. Fax: (66 2) 2560248.
DAY 1: SIDE TRIPS THE ELEPHANT CONSERVATION CEN-TRE — ST 1
(H11. KM.29. [1 km.]) This centre is an attemptto counter the threat to the Asian Elephant inThailand and includes an elephant hospital. Amodest entrance fee is charged for shows (10 &11 a.m. everyday; 1.30 p.m. weekends only) andrides are offered.
WAT PHRATHAT LAMPANG LUANG VIAKO KHA — ST 2
(KM.20 [27 kms.]) Turn left (south) on H1034to Ko Kha and Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang (12kms.) Lovely old buildings are found within thefortified compound of what is considered thefinest wooden temple in the region. A pamphletavailable from the Phra Kaew Museum (08:00-17:00) in the temple compound to the south ofthe walls gives details and recounts the legendof the origin of the temple. Return by going on to Ko Kha (4 kms.) and thenturning left (east) across the river and continuing straight to Lampang.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE VIA LAMPHUNWat Phrathat Haripunchai and Wat Chamadevi,
Lamphun. (32 kms.) You may begin the day bytaking the pleasant, but slow, tree-lined highway(H)106 through Saraphi to Lamphun (26 kms.). Thecity is said to have had its origin as a Mon settlementin the 10th century. Wat Phrathat Haripunchai andWat Chamadevi temples are amongst the majortemples of interest in the north.
Thai Elephant Conservation Centre
Wat Phrathat Haripunchai
Relaxing riverside resort.Pin Hotel. 8 Suandok Rd, Lampang
52100 Tel: (054) 221509, 322283-4.Small modern hotel with central loca-tion.
Tipchang Hotel. 54/22 Takroa NoiRd, Sobtui, Lampang 52000. Tel: (054)226 501-6. Fax: (66 54) 225362.Thai style mid-range hotel near nightentertainment area.
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DAY 2 : LAMPANG -SUKHOTHAI 205 kms.
The route passes into the Yom River Valley and follows it to the northern reaches ofthe central plains. There the ancient cities of Sukhothai and Si Satchanalai flour-ished prior to the rise of the great Siamese Kingdom of Ayutthaya.
Si Satchanalai Districttown is also known as HatSieo, which is famous for theweave of the people of LaoPhuan descent. Looms canbe seen beneath houses in thenearby villages, especially tothe north across the river. TheSathorn Gold Textile Museum(08:00-18:00) provides aninteresting opportunity toappreciate and buy some ofthe delicate work. Goodrestaurants for lunch areavailable in town.
Study the map of the SiSatchanalai-Sawankhalok andSukhothai areas to determineyour route and how far youwant to go for the day. Thefastest route to the SukhothaiHistorical Park is via little usedH1305 and H1113 (approx 52kms.). The turn off south-westonto H1305 is south of KM.2
on the road that followsthe west bank of the
Yom River, but it isunmarked (except
for a woodensign to Si Satcha-nalai NationalPark-the returnjourney to thepark waterfallsis 100 kms.). H101 is themain route fromwhich side tripsmay be made toSi Satchanalai
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H1 to Chiang Rai & H11 to DenChai
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H11 to Den Chai & H1023 to WangChin
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H101 KM 29/28 and the road acrossthe river in Amphoe Sri Satchanalai.
KEY POINT SEVEN
H1195 to Sukhothai and H1048to Thoen
KEY POINT EIGHT
H101 Si Satchanalai/KamphaengPhet & H12 Sukhothai/Tak
11 goes through secondary wood-lands and a pass to
the Wang Valley anddown to Key Point5, where you turnoff onto H1023for Wang Chin.The small dis-trict town hasone restauranton the riverbank as wellas some foodstalls on thesingle highstreet.
The route toSi Satchanalai fol-lows H1125 alongthe Yom River andthen takes H1177, join-ing H101 after 28 kms. Wat Chang Lom
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Si Satchanalai National Parkoccupies a peaceful site on thebanks of the Yom River, and thenearby Suwanthanas Resort isgood for a meal if not to staythe night. Several local goldsmiths are well-known for theirhand-wrought jewellery.
Si Satchanalai was a provin-cial centre of the Khmer empirein the 12th century, before
MONUMENTS AND MUSEUMSIN SUKHOTHAI PROVINCE
The museums (open Wed-Sun:09:00-1600), historical parks andnearby temples in Sukhothai Pro-vince charge admission fees. If youplant to visit most of these, you cansave by buying a ‘total ticket’, whichwill give you access to all sites in theprovince within 30 days.
There are separate charges forvehicles to enter the Historical Parks(Access to Si Satchanalai Historical
Park is on foot only after 17:00until the park is closed at 19:00. Adetailed map is available at theinformation centre. For a map ofSukhothai Historical Park, go to theadjacent National Museum)
The National Museums (atSawankhalok and Old Sukhothai)and the kiln site extensions containBuddha images, pottery, old photos,models as well as in-depth informa-tion about the sites.
becoming part of the Kingdom ofSukhothai that King Ramkhamhaengbuilt up at the end of the 13th century.Thai history books attribute to thiskingdom the foundation of the inde-pendent (from the northern Tai, Khmerand Mon) Siamese Tai kingdoms thatevolved into present day Thailand. Atthe height of its power the kingdomdirectly controlled the western half of
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the upper Chao Phraya basin andenjoyed vassal tribute from as far asPegu in Burma, Luang Phabang in Laosand Nakhon Sri Thammarat in thesouth. After Ramkhamhaeng’s deathin 1298, Sukhothai rapidly declined,making way for the growth ofAyutthaya.
The provincial town of Sawan-khalok is smaller than (new) Sukhothaiand seems to have more charm. Both
have hotels, but Sukhothai has moreto offer at night.
ACCOMMODATION
(listed in order of location on therecommended tour route).
Suwanthanas (Wang Yom Resort).78/2 Mu 6 Si Satchanalai. Tel: (055)611179, 612277 ext. 279 Fax: (66 55)623448. Mobile: 01-3565627. Lovelygarden atmosphere and quiet bunga-lows on riverbanks. Adv. bookingrecommended.
Suphalai Place Hotel. 39 Mu 4,Sawankhalok, Sukhothai 64110. (055)641627 Fax: (66 55) 641772. Asmall but reasonable hotel 2 kms. southof the centre of Sawankhalok
The Sukhothai Resort Hotel, 99 Mu7 Tambol Samruan, Sisamrong District,Sukhothai. Tel: (055) 681698-9, 681700.Fax: (66 55) 681697. KM 19/20left turn by large seated Buddha northof Samrong District. Luxurious resorton the banks of the Yom River.
Northern Palace Hotel (Wang Nua).43 Singhawat Rd, Sukhothai 64000. Tel:(055) 611193-4 Fax: (66 55) 612038.
Thai style hotel in the middle ofthe new town of Sukhothai.
Pailyn Hotel. 10/2 Charodwithi-thong Rd (H12), Sukhothai 64210.
QUICK RETURN ROUTES TOCHIANG MAI.
Sukhothai - Chiang Mai viaThung Saliam, Thoen, Li andChom Thong. 326 Kms.
Take H1113 from SukhothaiHistorical Park approx. 29 kmsfrom Key Point 9 and turn left(west) onto H1048 and head forThoen (82 kms) via Thung Saliam(20 kms). Though sign posts are inThai only, the road numbers areclearly marked.
From Thoen you may proceedalong H1 to Key Point 3 and thefastest route to Chiang Mai (totaldistance 186 kms), or you may takethe less busy route H106 via Li.This will allow you to return eithervia Lamphun, visiting Wat BangPang at KM.86 on the way (215kms — see alternative route onDay 1), or via Doi Tao using H1103to Key Point 17 in Hod, rejoiningthe full tour (257 kms. see Day 5).
The first (approx.) 30 kms. ofH106 to Li has many bends and isa conduit for slow, heavy truckscarrying lignite. Once past thelignite mine, the route becomeseasy.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTESOUTH TO BANGKOK VIAKAMPHAENG PHET
From Key Point 8 it is just over80 kms. on H101 to a third historicalpark at Kamphaeng Phet. The townowed its importance to its locationon trading routes following theRiver Ping on the frontier of theKingdom of Sukhothai betweenAyutthaya and Lanna.
The town makes a conve-nient overnight stop on atwo-day drive to Bangkok.Modern hotels in the down-town area include:
Phet Hotel. 189 Bamrung-rat Rd., Kamphaeng Phet62000. Tel: (055) 712810-5Fax: (66 55) 712816.
Chakungrao Hotel. 123/1 Tedsa Rd. KamphaengPetch 62000. Tel: (055) 711315,711325-6.
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DAY 2:SIDE TRIP WIANG KOSAI NATIONALPARK. — ST 3
(H1023. KM.74. north turn 3kms.) The park centres on therelatively small Mae Koeng LuangFalls. A walkway leads up (approx.300m) to the seventh level of thecascades.
Wat Phra Si Iriyabot
Tel: (055) 613310-5 Fax: (66 55) 613317. The best hotel close to the Histo-
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Wat Phra Non
City Pillar National Museum
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rom Sukhothai Historical Park, H12is a fast drive to Tak. You may turn
DAY 3 : SUKHOTHAI -MAE SOT 166 kms.
The route crosses to Tak and the mountains that bound the western flank of theRiver Ping Valley. Visit national parks and hill-tribe villages on the way to Mae Sot, atown grown rich on border trade.
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left at Key Point 10 or drive straight tothe river. Turn left (south) immediatelybefore the bridge across the river tosee the town and go to the Chid ChonRestaurant.
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(61 Kms.) Toreach the world’s eighthlargest concrete archdam turn north on H1and then west at KM.462to Sam Ngao. Followthe signs from Tak toBan Tak and Sam Ngaofor an alternative ruralroute on the west bankof the Ping. A rest housenear the dam offersaccommodation.
LAN SANG NA-TIONAL PARK — ST 5
(3 kms.) The parkcontains a small water-fall popular with thepeople of Tak.
LISU, HMONGAND LAHU VILLAGES — ST 6
(5 kms.) A right (south) turn ona sealed concrete road just beforeKM.26 leads through a Lisu and aHmong village to a Hill-tribeDevelopment Centre. Drive throughthe centre to reach a Lahu village.Other villages of the Lahu Shehlehsub-group may be reached bytaking a north turn (5 kms. 4WD)along a dirt road near KM.27.
TAKSIN MAHARAT NA-TIONAL PARK — ST 7
(3 kms. 4WD after 2 kms.) The
against a Burmese army in the late 18thcentury.
Mae Sot is a busy trading town bestknown for its morning market. Youmay purchase gems, semi-preciousstones and other products fromMyanmar, perhaps at prices that aregood.
park is famous for a huge specimenof anisoptera, a species of diptero-carp. You have to sign in beforeentering the park. To reach the treeyou walk 400m down a very steeptrack to the bottom of a ravine. Birdcalls, primary forest and cooltemperatures in the evergreen lowerdown compensate for the stiff climbback up. Allow one hour for thewalk.
THE MOEI RIVER FRONTIERCROSSING — ST 8
(5 kms.) Drive past Key Point 13to the end of H105 at the bridgeacross the Moei into Myanmar. Tour-ists may walk across for a day visit(until 17:30) and will need 10 US$.You will get a new visa upon return-ing to Thailand. The Grapow Plarestaurant on the north side of thebridge ramp is good.
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Umphang offers comfortablerustic-style bungalow/guest houseaccommodation. There are noodleshops on the high street and restau-rants at the guest houses. Nightentertainment is provided by well-known folk singer Khru San at GiftHouse (H1090. KM.162), when he isin town.
Guest houses offer combinationrafting, elephant and trekking toursthrough magnificient scenery towaterfalls and Karen villages alongthe Umphang River. The minimumrequired time is two nights inUmphang for the main day-trip toTilosu falls, but longer treks for wild-life enthusiasts can be arranged.
Though walk-in clients are cateredfor, advance booking is advised,especially during peak periods.
ACCOMMODATION INUMPHANG
Bunyaporn Resort. 106 Um-phang-Palatha Rd, Umphang, Tak63170. Tel: (055) 561040-1. - Anolder guest house with newly-builtriverside bungalows on stilts.
Tu Ka Su Cottage. 40 Mu 6,Umphang, Tak 63170. Tel: (055) 561295or mobile: (01) 8258238. Fax: (66 2)9164164. - Khun Suchart (‘Woody’)provides friendly service in adjoiningfamily-sized bungalows.
Umphang Hill Resort. Umphang-Palatha Rd. Umphang, Tak 63170.
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SPECIAL SIDE TOUR TOUMPHANG
(164 kms one way. 4WD) H1090is the only way in to the smalldistrict town of Umphang, which isbounded by the Burmese border andby mountainous and protectednature reserves.
From Key Point 12 H1090 is agood highway. H1206 (KM.31 westturn) goes to Pop Phra District, thelarge Karen refugee camp at Ban MoKoe, and the border crossing at BanWa Le. The Kulap Doi (MountainRose) Restaurant. (07:00-21:00: Tel:055 520349) and Phacharoen Falls(700 m. west ) are both near KM.36and provide an opportunity to break.
The last gas stations beforeUmphang are around KM.44, afterwhich point the road narrows andthe surface deteriorates. The rest ofthe journey follows a spectacularroute along precipitous slopes, highridges and across deep ravines.Sharp corners, steep grades, pittedand broken road surfaces (depend-
ACCOMMODATION
Viang Tak 2 Hotel. 236 ChompholRd. Tak 63000. Tel: (055) 512507-8.A modern medium rise hotel on theriver front near the main market of Tak.
The Central Mae Sot Hill Hotel, 100Asia Highway, Mae Sot, Tak 63110. Tel:(055) 532601-8 Fax: (66 53) 532600.Bangkok Office Fax: (66 2) 541 1038.
The most luxurious hotel in theMae Sot area.
Porn Thep Hotel. 25/4 Soi Sri Wiang,Prasathwithi Rd, Mae Sot, Tak. Tel: (055)532590-4. Thai style medium risehotel in the middle of town.
Tel: (055) 561063-4. Fax: (66 53)561065. - Part of SP Tourwhich has an office in Mae Sot (055)546112-4 (see map) and operates arustic guest house near Mae Salit(Day 4).
Tilosu Falls
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H105 to Mae Sot and H108 MaeSariang/Chiang Mai
DAY 4 : MAE SOT -MAE SARIANG 232 kms.
Karen villages in striking scenery are found along the Moei River that forms thefrontier between Thailand and Myanmar. The route follows the river before climb-ing away to the north to pass over into the valley of the River Yuam and to the smalltown of Mae Sariang.
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Salween river in Myanmarthrough borderlands occu-pied by the Karen. Untilrecently the Burmese sideof the border was undercontrol of independentKaren, many of whomhave fled to Thailand andnow live in refugee campsin the Mae Sot area (H105passes one of thesearound KM.60.)
Tha Song Yang Dis-trict town is a small bor-der town, but the sceneryis more impressive aroundthe half-way point at MaeSalit (KM.114), wherethere is a small restaurant(06:00-18:00). You maydetour to see life on the
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the district towns of Mae Ramatand Sop Moei after dark. Militarycheckpoints may prevent you fromentering remote stretches of roadbecause of recent instability alongthe border. The route is quite safeduring the day, but you shouldmake sure you have a full tank ofgas when you leave Mae Ramat orTha Song Yang district towns.
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(KM.56) The bridge at Ban KongLoi and the turn off for side trip 11.
KEY POINT SIXTEEN
(KM.22) The junction of H1088 atthe start of the alternative route to MaeChaem, the summit of Doi Inthanonand Chom Thong (117 kms.)
KEY POINT SEVENTEEN
The clock tower at Hod and the
DAY 4: SIDE TRIPS MAE USU CAVES — ST 9
(KM.94. West turn 2 kms.) Part of the Moei RiverNational Park, the caves are about 300m. long. Karen guides(voluntary contribution expected) will show you throughthe caves.
NATIONAL PARKS OFF H105 (4WD) — ST 10The Moei River National Park HQ is 11 kms. up a dirt
road at an east turn north of KM.114. There are two guesthouses after 15 kms (check first if they are open. TheMonkrating Guest House is run by SP Tour. Mae Sot Tel:(055) 546121-4 Fax: (66 55) 532279. Bangkok Res. Fax: (66 2)5737942). The road climbs to viewpoints (18-20 kms) overmisty valleys in the early morning, before descending tothe Karen village of Mae Ra Moeng (35 kms.)
At KM.190 a dirt road goes to Mae Ngao National Park(5 kms.) and to a viewpoint over the morning mists.
DAY 5 : MAE SARIANG -CHIANG MAI 190 kms.
The main road crosses the high country populated by the Karen and Lawa betweenthe Salween and Ping watersheds before entering the valley of the Mae Chaem River.Routes upstream and downstream along the Mae Chaem Valley offer differentapproaches to the highest mountain in Thailand, Doi Inthanon.
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ACCOMMODATION
Kamolsorn Hotel (Mae Sariang Rd).Tel: (053) 618623. Fax: (66 53) 681203.
Functional downtown hotelLotus Guest House (Wiang Mai Rd)
T e l : ( 0 5 3 )681048, 681156.
Functionalhotel in enter-tainment complex.
Mit A Ree Guest House (Wiang MaiRd) Tel: (053) 681109. Fax: (66 53)681280. Bungalows at the back ofthe hotel compound offers the bestaccommodation in Mae Sariang.
junction of H1012 to Doi Tao and Liwith H108
KEY POINT EIGHTEEN
Wat Phrathat Chom Thong
KEY POINT NINETEEN
Airport Plaza intersection of H108and the Om Muang Rd near the Bud-get Office.
fter the climb away from theYuam River Valley, the route
crosses cleared uplands in a series ofpasses between small valleys. Sideroads lead to Karen and Thai villagesin the plateau country.
The road descends from the pineforests of the Bo Luang plateau, reach-ing the turn off for the alternative routeto Mae Chaem on H1088 at KM.22. Goto Ob Luang gorge at KM.17 on H108for short walks in the National Park ona picturesque part of the Mae Chaemriver.
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DAY 5:SIDE TRIPS BAN SAM — ST 11
(H108 KM.56 Left turn [north]after bridge. 46 kms. 4 hrs). This roadfollows high ground to the newMae Tho National Park and theHmong village of Lao Lee(KM.16). From Lao Lee the roaddescends passing Karen villages[At Ban Mae Ap walk 1.5 kms to awaterfall at KM.24] in beautifulmountain scenery, eventuallyreaching the Lawa village of BanSam.
Thong. The village of Nong Ap Chang(Pa Saeng Da Textile Museum KM.69right turn [east]. 500m.) is famous forlocal weaving. In Chom Thong itself,Wat Phrathat Sri Chom Thong is an im-portant pilgrimage site for Thai Bud-dhists.
From Chom Thong you may visit DoiInthanon (KM.60 left turn [west] onH1009. 47 kms.) as well as to the MaeYa Falls (KM. 60 left turn [west] onH1009 for one kilometre and then leftturn [south] again).
From Chom Thong, H108 is a fastroute back to Chiang Mai and the Bud-get Office near Key Point 19.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE TO MAECHAEM & DOI INTHANON
Turn left (north) at KM.22 ontoH1088 to Mae Chaem (45 kms.). Theroad passes the Thephanom hotsprings after 9 kms. Beware of truckscarrying lignite using the same road.Mae Chaem is a small rural districttown famous for weaving. Sur-rounding villages are traditional andhave some lovely old temples, andthe nearby hills are populated by theHmong and Karen.
H1192 is a narrow road withmany sharp curves up Doi Inthanon,joining H1009 after 22 kms. Turn left(north) onto H1009 to reach the royal
chedis at KM.40 before going to thevisitor centre and nature trail at thesummit.
The journey down to ChomThong (47 kms. from the summit)passes the park headquarters andthree major waterfalls. On H108 a 2kms. detour south along H108 toWat Phrathat Sri Chom Thong (KeyPoint 18) is worthwhile beforereturning to Chiang Mai.
Lai Hin Guest House (2 kmsfrom Mae Chaem on H1088). Tel:828258. The most comfortableaccommodation and restaurant inthe Mae Chaem area.
ACCOMMODATION
Khao Krairaj Resort. KM.17.Hot-Mae Sariang Rd. Hod. Tel: (01)2243818. Plank wood rooms inlovely setting at Ob Luang National Park.
Hot Resort. (KM.5 [4 kms. fromHot]) Tel: (053) 460070. Mobile: (01)9501700. Rustic A frame huts bythe Mae Chaem River.
Pang Thong Hotel (KM.58 on thenorth side of Chom Thong). Tel: (053)826605. Fax: (66 53) 826609. Fun-ctional new hotel near the town.
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Ban Muang Pon
Ban Hang Pon
Ban Nong Haeng
Ban Mae La Luang
Ban Mae Pang
Ban Mae Tia
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umbered pointers listed in sequence in the direction of travel show youwhen you have to make turns along the recommended route. Some turns at
junctions (where English language signs are absent) will also include descrip-tions to help you visually check you go in the correct direction
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H107 KM13 = Kilometre stone 13 isthe nearest kilometre marker onHighway 107.
OdK13 = Kilometre 13 estimated byvehicle odometer (allow forvariation).
KM99 A point of interest or sidetrip off the route is located near thiskilometre point.
Zero odometer (reset odometer tozero)! Most main roads have kilometrestones and bilingual signs, but some-times they are missing, and small coun-try roads usually have no stones orsigns in English. Reset your odometer(kilometre distance gauge) to zero tohelp you follow directions when yousee this instruction.
Fill up with petrol! Remote coun-try roads have no filling stations, oronly serve fuel from a drum (more ex-pensive). Fill up with petrol at the pointof instruction to avoid running out offuel later on the recommended route.
Alternative route. (AR) There aremany roads to travel in Thailand. Thedirection pointers follow recom-mended routes that aim to give you avariety of roads and scenery wherepossible. Alternative route directionsshow you where you may take yourown route using information foundonly on the maps. Shorter alternativeroutes are usually less interesting thanthe recommended route.
4 WD Only! If you are driving avehicle that does not have 4 four wheeldrive, please do not take this route.Follow the alternative route suggestedalong a sealed highway.
Remember to always take enoughdrinking water - allow for emergencies
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All main and most minor roads are sealed. Warning signs andreflective arrows mark sharp corners, while temporary signs markhazards like landslides and road works. Main intersections areilluminated with sodium lighting. The government is firmly incontrol of the whole country and there are no security problems.
Bilingual (English/Thai) road signs indicate destinations androute numbers before intersections, and show the road numberand the distance to the next main destination after the intersec-tion. Kilometre stones show the road number and distance theroad on the front face. Distances to the next destination in thedirection of travel are found on the side of the stone.
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H107 KM4 Take Highway 107 to Mae Rim andChiang Dao, starting at the intersection ofChiang Mai- Lampang Superhighway and H107to Mae Rim and Chiang Dao
KM17 Highway 1096 west to Samoeng and the Mae SaValley. Orchid Farms, elephant camps, the Queen SirikitBotanical Gardens, Upland Resorts and Hmong Hilltribevillages.
KM28 Mae Sa Snake Farm (Branch). 30 min. shows09:30-17:00
KM53 Mae Ping Elephant Village: Shows 08:30 & 10:00+ rides to Lisu hilltribe village
KM56 Elephant Training Centre: Shows 09:00 &10:00 +rides to Lisu hilltribe village
KM72 Chiang Dao Inn and road west to caves (5 &8 kms). Khrua Chiang Dao restaurant opposite
POINTER TWO
H107 KM78 Turn left on H1178 singpostedWiang Haeng. Zero your odometer & followblue signs for Ang Khang Nature Resort along
this route. (For a shorter direct route continue on H107 toP7 and Thaton. Total distance from Chiang Mai 173kms).
KM4 Naresuan monument commemorates death of KingNaresuan in 1605
POINTER THREE
H1178 KM9 Go straight to Ban Na Wai at T-junction. (H1322 goes west to Wiang Haeng).
POINTER FOUR
H1178 OdK33 Turn right to Ban Arunothai atT-junction.
POINTER FIVE
H1178 OdK42 After military checkpoint turnright at intersection in Ban Arunothai and fol-low rough road leading east out of town. Set
odometer to zero! Road improves outside of town. Steepclimbs and tight turns on narrow sealed road begin afterKM6.
KM16 Ban Tham Ngop; former HQ of Kuomintang 3rdarmy under Gen Li Wen-huan
OdK19 Lahu (Muser) hilltribe village on south side ofroad
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MAE CHAN
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CHIANG DAOPHRAO
WIANG PA PAO
Section 1. Chiang Mai - ThatonSection 2. Thaton - Mae SaiSection 3 .Mae Sai - Chiang KhongSection 4 .Chiang Khong - PhayaoSection 5. Phayao - Chiang MaiSection 6. Chiang Saen - Chiang Mai
CHIANG MAI
CHIANG RAI
PHAYAO
PHAYAMANGRAI
WIANG CHAI
THOENG
CHIANG KHONG
MAE TAENG
MAE RIMSAN SAI
DOI SAKET
DOK KHAM TAI
CHUNMAE CHAI
PA DAET
M Y A N M A R( B U R M A )
L A O S
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WIANGKAEN
MAE SAI
THATON
CHIANG SAEN
NORTHERN THAILAND : CHIANG MAI - THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE
MAE AI
MAE SUAI
CHIANG KHAM
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Chok Thani
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ANG KHANG
Fort & Palaung Hilltribe Village
Kop Dong
Nature trail to peak
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MYANMARAng Khang Nature Resort
To H107 Fang & pointer 7
Ban Luang
Steep!
Agricultural Station
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Garden Home
River Side House
Thaton River View
Thaton Chalet
Mae Kok River Lodge
Wat Thaton
To Fang Section 1
Apple Guest House
Checkpoint
To Mae Salong, Doi Tung & Section 2
Mae Kok River Village
Chankasem Guest HouseApple
Thip’s Traveller’s
House
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KM35 Take lower (left) road to Ang Khang atthe road fork. The upper (right) road leads toH1249 at KM19 (See Ang Khang detail map).
Return on H1249 to H107 - caution on very steep descent!
POINTER SEVEN
H107 KM137 T-junction. H1089 joins H107.Turn left (north) onto H107
POINTER EIGHT
H107 KM148 T-junction with bypass. Continuestraight to go through Fang (see detail map) ortake bypass which joins H1089 at KM4
Fill petrol tank in Thaton area
ACCOMMODATION
• Regent Resort, Mae Rim (053) 298181 Fax: 298189
• Ang Khang Nature Resort, Ang Khang (053) 453 515-19Fax: 453 520
• Chiang Dao Inn Hotel, Chiang Dao. Tel: 455132
• Chiang Dao Hill Resort M (H107 KM100) M (053) 232434Fax: 251372
• Mae Kok River Lodge & Village, Thaton (053) 459328Fax: 459329 (Lodge) 459355 (Village)
• Thaton Chalet. Thaton (053) 373155-7 Fax: 373158
• Thaton River View Hotel. Thaton (053) 459289Fax: 459288
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Mae Salak
Mae Chan Resort &Fishing Park
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H1089 KM24. Leave Thaton northbound. Mae Salong 43,Mae Chan 62 Fill Petrol tank before KM38!
KM38 Left turn (west) up concrete lane to wealthy Lisuvillage of Lao Ta.
KM53 Akha hilltribe village on east side (many Akhavillages throughout this area).
POINTER TWO
H1089 KM54 Left turn (west) on H1234/1089to Mae Salong. (Continue straight on H1089for faster direct route to Mai Sai via Mae Chan–
Thaton-Mae Sai total distance 97 kms.)
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H1089/1234 KM 30 Go straight through Mae Salong, formerHQ of remnants of Gen Tuan Shi-wens 5th Kuomintangarmy. (see detail map)
Caution : narrow roads, sharp bends and steep gradientsare frequent on the rest of this section.
KM13 Concrete lane west to Akha village of Ban Ameh
POINTER FOUR
H1234 KM9 Ban Sam Yaek Ikor. Right turn(north) at T junction with H1130 to Thoed Thai.Zero odometer!
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Top North Hotel
Wat Phrathat Pha Ngao
Old road to the Golden Triangle
Mae Sai Guest House Wang
Thong Hotel
MAE SAI
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Section 2
To the Golden Triangle & Chiang Saen
M Y A N M A R
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Shinwattana Hotel
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OdK 8-9 v sharp right turn on narrow sealedroad. After almost 1 km you will cross a nar-row bridge near ornate Chinese building and
go through village. After the bridge, the road follows a riverto the right (east side).
POINTER SIX
OdK20 T junction. Turn Left (north) The rightturn for Doi Tung is a longer route with manytwists and turns.
POINTER SEVEN
OdK21 T-junction at Ban Samakhi Kao (Akha).Turn left (north) and follow narrow road.
OdK40 Ban Huai Pu Mai - Lahu (Muser) village
POINTER EIGHT
OdK27 T-junction - continue straight for BanHuai Khrai, Ban Pha Bur and junction withH1149.
POINTER NINE
OdK 36 T-junction with H1149 Turn left (west)to Phrathat Doi Tung (7kms) and Mae Sai (26kms). Go right (downhill) to visit Mae FahLuang Gardens (4 kms).
POINTER TEN
H1149 OdK42 bears left (north) uphill at junc-tion with road going right to Phrathat Doi Tung(Mae Sai 21 kms). Go straight to visit interest-
ing Buddhist temple. Note animistic Buddhist site nearentrance to temple compound with twin pagoda.
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OdK43 Doi Chang Mup. Go straight (right fork)by entrance to 60 rai garden with azalias andrhododendron. Road descends along the bor-der with Myanmar (Shan State) from this point.
OdK68 Right turn (east) to Ban Pha Mi - Akha and Lahuvillages and alternative route to H110.
POINTER TWELVE
OdK63 Arrive at T junction with H1 KM890 inMae Sai (See Mae Sai detail Map)
ACCOMMODATION
• Kum Nai Phol Resort, Mae Salong. Tel: (053) 765001-2Fax: 765003
• Mae Salong Resort, Mae Salong. Tel: (053) 765014-8Fax: 765135
• Mae Salong Villa, Mae Salong. Tel: (053) 7651149Fax:765039
• Wang Thong Hotel, Mae Sai. Tel: (053) 733388-95Fax:765039
To hill tribe villages (4 WD)
View Point
Mae Salong Resort
Fuel from drums
Khum Nai Phol Resort
Morning market Mae Salong Central
Hills Hotel
Gold Dragon Inn
Phra Boromathat
To Mae Chan & Pointer 4
Bank & Market
To ThatonH1089
School Cherry Blossom viewing area
Mae Salong Villa
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To Wiang ChaiTo Chiang Rai
Ban Si DonChai(Leu textiles)
Tham Pla Caves
Section 2
Wat Phrathat Doi Tung
MAE SAI
MAE CHAN
CHIANG SAEN
CHIANG KHONG
MYANMAR
LAOS
Wat Phrathat Pha Ngao
Ban Tha Khao Phluak
(Section 6 Alternative Route) (Section 4)Ban Bong Noi
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Leave Mae Sai south on H1 and turn left(east) on H1290 to the Golden Triangle andChiang Saen (37 kms.)
KM28 Ban Sop Ruak / GoldenTriangle. House of OpiumPrivate Museum in car park by right turn up hill to WatPhrathat Phukao and lookout over Golden Triangle.
POINTER TWO
H1290 KM35 Go straight to Chiang Saenavoiding H1290 bypass (See Chiang Saendetail map).
POINTER THREE
H1129 KM53 T-junction with H1016 to MaeChan (Start of alternative fast return route toChiang Mai via Chiang Rai using main high-ways 1016 — see section 6 Chiang Saen -
Chiang Mai). Go straight for Chiang Khong.
KM50 (west side) Wat Phrathat Pha Ngao & view fromStupa on hill.
POINTER FOUR
H1129 KM52 Go straight. Bypass (H1290)rejoins H1129
POINTER FIVE
H1129 KM44 T-junction with H1271. (TakeH1271 for alternative rural return routes toChiang Rai on H1173 via Wiang Chai, or
H1209 via Tha Khao Pluak — see section 6 ).
POINTER SIX
H1129 KM30 Follow main road right at bend(or go straight ahead for alternative rural routefollowing River Mekong via Hat Bai village to
Chiang Khong on minor road. Rejoins H1129 at KM13).
KM25 Right turn (south) for Nam Tok Wang Pha Taek -evergreen gully with modest cascades
KM19 Ban Kiu Kan. White Hmong hilltribe villageKM11 Viewpoint.
POINTER SEVEN
H1129 KM0 T-junction. Turn right (south) ontomain street in Chiang Khong (see detail map)
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ACCOMMODATION
• Le Meridien Ban Boran, Golden Triangle (Ban Sop Ruak).Tel: (053) 784086 Fax: 784090
• The Imperial Golden Triangle, Golden Triangle. Tel: (053)784001-5 Fax: 784006
• Chiang Saen River Hill, Chiang Saen. Tel: (053) 650826-9Fax: 650830
• Guest House style accommodation only in Chiang Khong
CHIANG SAEN
L A O S
To the Golden Triangle & Mae Sai
Ban Suan House
Gin’s Guest House
Wat Roi Kho
Wat Pa Sak
Chiang Saen National Museum
Wat Chedi Luang
Chiang Saen River Hill Hotel
ToChiangKhong
Wat Phrathat Pha Ngao
Wat Phrathat Chomkitti
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Immigration Office& Boat Landing
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Tamila Guest House
Chiang Khong Hotel (basic)
Ruan Thai Sophaphan Lodge
Wat Phra Kaew
Wat Luang
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H1020 OdK 38 Leave Chiang Khong on main highwaysouth. Fill petrol tank!
POINTER TWO
H1020 KM132 Go straight at T-junction withH1174 (alternative route to Chiang Rai).
POINTER THREE
H1020 KM123 Ban Si Don Chai. Turn left(east) at T-junction with H1155. Zero odom-eter. (Continue straight on H1020 for alter-native return route along River Ing valley).
POINTER FOUR
H1155 OdK26 T junction. Take right turnsouth signposted Doi Pha Tang & Phu Chi Fa.
POINTER FIVE
H1155 OdK42 Ban Pang Hat. 4WD only pastP7! Turn left (east) at T-junction with narrowsealed road. H1155 (pitted sealed surface
from OdK38) curves right round school yard. A smallpolice box at the junction has ‘information’ in English onit. Zero odometer. If you do not have 4WD, you may driveup sealed road to see spectacular view over the Mekongvalley in Laos at Doi Pha Tang, but you must return tothis point (round trip 30 kms) and continue straight toBan Pha Le on H1155 (See pointer 9).
POINTER SIX
OdK10 Road forks. Take lower fork left. (See Doi PhaTang detail map).
POINTER SEVEN
OdK14 Follow road round to left at T-junction.
Villages along this route have been built by the gov-ernment for White Hmong who act as volunteer bor derdefense forces in case of trouble with Laos. 4WD only!
OdK41 Left turn (east) steep uphill to Phu Chi Fah look-out. Very steep and rough 4WD (2 kms) – impassable ifwet. Better to walk.
POINTER EIGHT
OdK43 Take right turn descending to valleyto rejoin H1155. (Or continue left – east –for longer alternative route – 52 kms –to H1021 via Phu Sang Falls and H1093,
which joins H1021 at KM80.
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Phu Chi Fah lookout over Laos, but you will need to walkup 4 kms.
POINTER TEN
H1155 KM6 Turn left (east) at T-junction withH1222.
POINTER ELEVEN
H1222 T-junction with H1021 KM94. Followsigns to Phayao (97kms)
POINTER TWELVE
H1021 KM75 Right turn at T junction. H1148goes to Chiang Kham.
KM74 Left turn (east) Thai Leu Cultural Centre.
POINTER THIRTEEN
H1021 KM72 Right turn to Phayao.
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H1021 KM42 T junction with H1091in ChunDistrict town. Turn right for Phayao (45kms)
POINTER FIFTEEN
H1021 controlled intersection with H1 KM732.Turn right (north) for Phayao and left forLampang and Chiang Mai (via H120). Straighton for Mae Na Rua on H1193.
ACCOMMODATION
• Azalia Garden Resort, DoiPha Tang. Tel: 01 9503948.Advance call necessary totake advantage of pricethat includes eveningmeal and breakfast inGuest House style accom-modation.
• Phayao Northern LakeHotel. Tel:(054) 481538-9
DRIVING ON DIRT ROADS
Dirt Roads go all over the mountains, but even Thaiscan get lost in the maze of crossroads. The tracks aresteep and narrow and very tricky in the rainy season. Ifyou plan an overnight trip on a dirt road trip take thefollowing: torch, candles and matches, warm clothes(especially in winter), water, dry food, insect repellent,and a full tank of gas. Drive very slowly to preventmechanical problems from stranding you.
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H1KM732. Turn north for Phayao and route round lake viaWat Analayo (See detail maps) or turn south for direct routeto Chiang Mai.
POINTER TWO
H1KM727 Right turn (west) at T-junction ofH120 to Chiang Mai (145kms) via Wang Nua
KM19 ViewpointKM 47 Wang Nua. Righ turn (north) to Wang Kaew
waterfalls (24 kms)
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H120 KM78 Left turn (south) at T-junction withH118. Chiang Mai 81 kms.
KM72 basketware marketKM62 Mae Khachan hot springs — another roadside
tourist attraction. Restaurant at Wiang Doi Cottage oppositeKM63 left turn (east) 4WD only! to Ban Huai Muang
and upland valley with Lahu Villages (9kms). TrekkersLodge offers rustic accommodation.
KM16 right turn (west) to Wang Tarn Resort (6kms)KM16/14. left turn (east) to Wat Doi Saket — unusual
temple murals
POINTER FOUR
H118 intersects with H11 The Chiang Mai Lampang Super-highway. Welcome back to Chiang Mai.
CHIANG MAI
PHAYAOMAE TAENG
Mae Malai
Mae Ngat Dam
MAE RIM
SAN SAI DOI SAKET
Mai Pai Rim Than(10:00-20:00)
Trekker's Lodge
Section 6
PHAYAO - CHIANG MAI
Mae KhachanHot Spring
KM.27
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Wang Kaew FallsChampatong Falls
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H1KM856 Go straight at junction with1089 to Thaton & Fang (alternativereturn route - see sections 2 & 1)
KM838 right turn to Phong Phabat Falls (8kms).KM835 left turn to Chiang Rai airportKM831 bridge over Nam Khong river - see
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KM830 intersection near the Mangraimonument (east side). For fast returngo straight on H1south until KM807
and take right turn to Mae Suai on H118.
For return via H1211 turn right at the sign forthe City Hall. Keep straight on this road and inthis direction of travel. You will cross intersectionsand pass the market and a large fat SankhachaiBuddha by Wat Mun Muang, eventually joininganother road. Go straight at the sign (left ChiangRai Hospital & right Chiang Rai Beach). You arenow on H1211. (See Chiang Rai detail map).
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Right turn to Mae Suai at T-junction ofH1211KM30 with H118 at KM4
KM19 Charin Garden Resort - fresh coffee and bakesKM107 Suan Thip Vana Resort - west sideKM78 H120 from Phayao (section 5 joins route)KM72 basketware marketKM62 Mae Khachan hot springs — another roadside
tourist attraction. Restaurant at Wiang Doi Cottage op-posite
KM63 left turn (east) to Ban Huai Muang and up-land valley with Lahu Villages (9kms) 4WD only! Rus-tic accommodation at Trekker’s Lodge
KM16 right turn (west) to Wang Tarn Resort (6kms)— restaurant and accommodation
KM16/14. left turn (east) to Wat Doi Saket — un-usual temple murals
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H118 intersects with H11– Chiang Mai Lampang Super-highway. Welcome back to Chiang Mai.
ACCOMMODATION
• Dusit Island Resort, Chiang Rai. Tel: (053) 744188,715777 Fax: 715801
• Golden Triangle Inn (Budget Chiang Rai Office:Tel: 740442-3) Tel: (053) 711339, 716996 Fax: 713963
• Rimkok Resort Hotel, Chiang Rai. Tel: (053) 716445-60Fax: 715859
• Wiang Inn Hotel, Chiang Rai. Tel: (053) 711533Fax: 711877
• Wiang Come Hotel, Tel: (053) 711841-8 Fax: 712973
• Charin Garden Resort (H118 KM19) Tel: (053) 717272
• Suanthip Vana Resort (H118 KM107) Tel: 01 224 6985
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spectacular watershed between theRiver Ping and the Salween in Burma-Myanmar.
Starting in Chiang Mai, the culturaland historical capital of Northern Thai-land, a high route crosses to the smalltown of Pai, a very popular startingpoint for trekking into the hills to seethe Lahu, Hmong, Lisu and Karen hilltribes common to this region.
West of Pai the route goes througha rugged, mountainous territory withsunken valleys hemmed by cliffs pen-etrated by deep caves — an area thatoffers many opportunities for adven-ture sports amidst a landscape of out-standing natural beauty. Rejoining thePai River Valley near the provincialcapital Mae Hong Son, the highwayprovides the main link to this cultur-ally distinct enclave with its Shan andKaren peoples.
Three return routes offer choicesthat can take you on scenic routesdirectly back to Chiang Mai, or can takeyou as far as south as Phitsanulok viaSukhothai. Choose your route and thenenjoy your drive through some of themost spectacular territory in theKingdom.
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Once you are heading northon the route proper, take thealternative route from KM18north of Mae Rim through thecountryside following the RiverHao for a leisurely route whichjoins H1095 to Pai near KM10(see sidebar).
Leave Chiang Mai in goodtime, however, for the best scen-ery along the route is to befound in the last 60 kms, par-ticular from KM43 onwards asthe road reaches 1350m in alti-tude before descending into thevalley of the River Pai.
With its wooden buildingsand small town atmosphere, Pai has become a populardestination for back-packer tourists, and low-cost accom-modation is plentiful. The town itself is Shan and HawChinese, but Lisu hill-tribe folk can often be seen in themarket. The surrounding valley is a pretty, rural area goodfor walking or just relaxing before or after treks into thenearby hills.
Doi Suthep-Pui National Park TicketIf you buy an entrance ticket at either Doi Suthep-Pui
National Park, Mae Sa Falls, That Mok Falls or Mok Fa falls,you may visit any of these sites within the same day.
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The intersection of Chotana Road,Highway (H)107 and the Chiang Mai -Lampang Superhighway.
KM16. Darapirom Palace Museum. Turn left just northof the footbridge across the highway, and continuing straightinto the Dararatsmi Camp of the Border Patrol Police. Keepgoing straight till you see a colonial style villa to the left.
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The Mae Sa Valley LoopAt KM17 H1096 goes west to the Mae Sa Valley and
Samoeng (38 kms). The upland valley of the Mae Sa is 700metres in altitude, making it a prime location for touristattractions and resorts near Chiang Mai.
Attractions include orchid farms (go left at KM2 forSainumphung Orchid & Butterfly Farm or try the Mae RamOrchid Farm KM6), waterfalls (KM6 & 11), the Mae SaElephant Camp (KM10), the Queen Sirikit Botainical Gar-dens (KM12) and the Pong Yaeng Elephant Camp (2 kmsfrom left turn at KM16-17).
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H1096 passes into the Samoeng Valley at KM.23, fromwhere there are spectacular views west. Dirt roads (4WD!)lead to White Hmong villages in the hills of the Doi Suthep-Pui National range that surround the Mae Sa Valley. Thesmall market town of Samoeng lies in a narrow valley withpleasing rural scenery.
Return to Chiang Mai from Samoeng via H1269or continue from Samoeng to Wat Chan
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(H107. KM36) Mae Malaimarket at the start of H1095 toPai and Mae Hong Son
KM18-19 south turn for Mok Fa Falls. 2kms(Entry fee included in Doi-Suthep Pui National Parkticket)
KM42 north turn for Pong Duet Hot Springs6kms. (200 Bht. gives access to Huai Nam DangNational Park at KM67 on the same day only)
KM67 Huai Nam Dang National Park (6kms).Dawn viewpoint towards Chiang Dao mountain.(200 bht. Adults. Tents available for rent: parkinformation Tel: (0) 5347 1669)
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H1095 KM85. Start of H1265 toWat Chan
KM87-88 north turn on concrete road to ThaphaiHot Springs (2kms. Though part of Huai Nam DangNational Park, there is no charge at present) as wellas two resorts with open-air hot mineral baths.
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North of Pointer 2 you will cross a bridge (KM18)and then enter a bend to the left. Turn left through anarch at the sign to Thai Buffalo Training Camp. Thecamp is on the left after 1km (show times: 08:00/09:00/15:00/16:00 Adults 150bht. Tel: 0 5330 1628). Follow(do not go left at intersection after 1.5kms.) this ruralroute, which at times is reduced to a narrow concretelane. Rural temples of note are at Wat San Pa Yang(KM17) and Wat Tha Kham (by the Bo Tree at KM22).The route eventually joins H1095 between KM10&11,where-upon you turn left (west) to continue to Pai(this route misses pointer 3).
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE TO PAI VIA WAT CHAN (4WD!)If taking this route from Chiang Mai, start very early
and avoid delaying in the Mae Sa Valley in order to reachPai by nightfall. Avoid this route in the rainy season asmuddy sections, particularly around KM71 can make this“all-weather” road difficult.
From Samoeng the route follows a cobbled lane northto Ban Mae Sap Nua (5 kms.) and is sealed to near BanMae Yang Ha (30 kms.). The road continues on a windinghighland route passing Hmong villages (Ban Mae Chae-40 kms., Ban Mae Tala -54 kms., and Ban Don Sam Meun-75kms.) Ban Mae Chaem Noi (84 kms.) is a large Karenvillage in the middle of pine country.
From Wat Chan, which is in the middle of an areafamous for its pine forests, H1265 is an all-weather dirtroad that joins H1095 at KM.85. Cross the River Pai approx33 kms. from Wat Chan for a slightly shorter route to Paion the Pai-Muang Paeng road.
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RusticSipsongpanna $ KM99 north turn 2kms, Ban Viang Nua(art and cooking courses)The Sun Hut. $ Ban Mae Yen Tel: (0) 5369 9730, (0) 1960 6519
Trekking & Rafting AgenciesBack Trax, Rungsiyanon Rd. Tel: (0) 5369 9739Permchai’s Trekking, Ratsadondamrong Rd. Tel: (0) 5369 8048Thai Adventure Rafting, Rungsiyanon Rd. Tel: (0) 5369 9111Northern Green Tours, Chaisongkhram Rd, Tel: (0) 5369 9385Elephant Camp Office
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• Hut Ing Pai $$, H1095 KM102-3 south turn 300m.Tel: (0) 5369 9781-2. Bkk Res: (0) 2702 7208.<www.hutingpai.com>
• Muang Pai Resort. $ . H1095 KM101-2 left turn 5kms.Tel: CM office (0) 5327 0906, Fax: (0) 5327 2895.Resort (0) 5369 9988.
• Pai Mountain Lodge $ $, H1095 KM101-2 left turn5kms. Tel: (0) 5369 9995, (0) 1950 1603
• Rim Pai Cottages $ - $$ , Chaisongkhram Rd, PaiTel: (0) 5369 9133
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After descending from the mountains, Highway 1095akirts the floor of the valley used for rice cultivation as itapproaches the provincial capital, Mae Hong Son.
Known as the City of Mists, Mae Hong Son’s recentmodernisation has cost many of its old wooden buildings,but the area around the Chong Kham Lake retains its oldcharm. The town’s Shan heritage becomes especiallypronounced during their main festivals, the Poi Sang Lonfestival in March or May, and the Hae Chong Phara festivalin the eleventh lunar month.
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KM99. A left turn at the sign for Sipsongpanna guesthouse is the start of a route that goes to Muang Noi andthe Pai Dam (32kms). The dam itself is of no interest, butthe dirt road (4WD) passes Lisu and Karen villages en route.
KM101-2 A concrete lane leads to a Northern Thaivillage and the Muang Pai and Pai Mountain Lodge resorts.A very rough (4WD!) 2km dirt road continues to a Lahuvillage and the minor Mo Paeng Falls.
KM141 A concrete road leads north Ban Tham Lot,where you turn right at the junction by the tree and go onekilometre to Tham Lot Cave. Villagers await with lanterns(100bht) and rafts (100bht) to escort you through the cave
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(08:00-17:30). Cave Lodge nearby has comfortable roomsand offers canoe trips, expert speleology and informationon adventures into the area.
KM152 Sealed road to Mae La Na (4WD). The asphaltand dirt road passes the Lahu village of Chabo (3.5kms)before dropping down to the Shan village of Mae La Na(5.5kms). From there a dirt road continues north (4WDonly), passing the Red Lahu villages of Ban Pha Charoen(8kms) and Yapanae (11.5).
A sign at the junction north of Chabo indicates dis-tances to distant villages on a sealed road (sealed 4kms,4WD only beyond!) that follows a spectacular ridge linenorth towards the border with Myanmar. Allow a full dayfor exploration.
KM166 dirt road to Wilderness Lodge (4WD1.5kms-park at top of entrance track to lodge).Remote, rustic ($) accommodation for naturelovers only. Walk and explore.
KM191-2 Tham Pla (Fish Cave). Part ofthe Tham Pla Nam Tok Pha Sua National Park(HQ is 9kms north on H1285), Tham Pla is apleasant roadside halt (no charge at present).At KM92 a concrete lane to the right goes 2.2kms. Turn left at its conclusion in a T junctionand right at the second T junction. Note theBan Na Restaurant nearby en route to Pha SuaFalls (partly spoiled by a hydro-electric project).The asphalt road continues for 24 kms up tothe Hmong village of Ban Na Pa Paek, offeringsome great views. Turn right for a dirt road toMae Aw, a high plateau area for growingtea—6kms.
By turning left at the second T junctionyou can go to Mae Hong Son, rejoining H1095at Km199. One kilometre before this junctionan asphalt road south goes 18kms to Ban NaiSoi, from where you follow a dirt road (4WD -2kms) to reach a Padaung refugee village(See Padaung Sidebar)
ACCOMMODATION
• Golden Pai Resort $$$ H1095 KM202,west turn 500m, Ban Pang Mu. Tel:&Fax:(0) 5361 2265-6. CM Off: (0) 5327 3198,(0) 5328 2579 Fax: (0) 5327 9260
• Imperial Tara Mae Hong Son $$$$ H108KM194, Tel.: (0) 5361 1021-25 Fax: (0) 53611252 Bkk Res: (0) 2261 900 ext. IR.<www.imperialhotels.com>
• Fern Resort $$-$$$ H108 KM260 eastturn 2kms. Off Tel: (0) 5361 1374, (0) 53611877 Fax: (0) 5361 2363. Resort Tel: (0)5361 3585
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Mid-RangeMae Hong Son Hill Resort $$ Khunlumphrapat Rd.Tel: (0) 5361 2475. E-mail<[email protected]>Mae Hong Son Mountain Inn $$ Khunlumphrapat Rd.Tel: (0) 5361 1309, (0) 5361 2285 Fax: (0) 5361 2284Piya Guest House $$, Chong Kham LakeTel: (0) 5361 1260 Fax: (0) 5361 2308
City Hotels & Guest HousesBaiyoke Chalet Hotel $$, Khunlumphrapat Rd.Tel: (0) 5361 1486 Fax: (0) 5326 0939Benchaporn Guest House $ Tel: (0) 5361 1577Panorama Hotel $-$$ Khunlumphrapat Rd.Tel: (0) 5361 1757 Fax: (0) 5361 1790TN House $-$$ Khulumphrapat Rd. Tel: (0) 5362 0557
Tour AgenciesTN Tour, Khunlumphrapat Rd. Tel: (0) 5362 0557, (0) 5362 0059 Fax: (0) 5362 0060Rose Garden Tours, Khulumphrapat Rd. Tel: (0) 5361 1681
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outh of Mae Hong Son the road follows narrow valleys,climbing over low passes while following a route that
runs along the foot of the high range to the east, a patternthat continues south of Khun Yuam, where the road oftentakes a tortuous route following narrow valleys.
The best side trips offer possibilities to climb high intothe hills to the east of the highway, while routes west fromMae Sariang offer the best opportunity to see the RiverSalween (see sidebar). The first and most scenic of threepossible return routes to Chiang Mai begins in Khun Yuam,but may only be used by vehicles with 4WD (see section 4)
Mae Sariang is a district town that has been bypassedby the highway and by extensive modern development. Thenarrow street and wooden buildings along the river bankhave helped preserve some of the charm of an old riverroute trading town.
From Mae Sariang, you may take Highway 108 east backover the mountains for a straightforward return to ChiangMai (section 4), or you may continue south along an equallyscenic route following the Moei River.
The Padaung — the Long Neck KarenThe Padaung are famous for their “long neck” women.
The women do not have long necks as such, but haveshoulders forced down by coils worn since they wereyoung. They may be seen in three villages; in a refugeecamp in Ban Nai Soi (west from H1095 at KM199 — seeend section 2), in Ban Huai Sua Tao and , perhaps mostpreferably, by boat from Ban Huai Dua (see H1250 frompointer 6). Foreigners must pay 250bht/head at any of thesites. Thais are free
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H108 KM194 The junction of H1250 toBan Huai Dua (see sidebar).
H1250 from Pointer 6H1250 forks after 1km. The right fork first crosses the
River Pai and then bears left on a concrete lane. Signs forHuai Sua Tao “long-necks” direct you to the Padaung vil-lage (currently 5 kms and 12 fords from the cement lane—acement extension is under construction). Total distance 10kms from H108 4WD!
The fork left (south) goes to Ban Huai Dua (4kms)passing two riverside resorts en route. Charter a boat(500bht. for 2 hrs.) from Huai Dua for the two hour trip toa Padaung village on the banks of the Pai River as well asto Ban Phiang Din, a village downstream.
KM235. 100m past this marker a narrow, asphalt laneclimbs steeply for 10 kms to a Hmong Village (Meo Micro-wave) and a microwave station at 1470m. Superb views,especially if you walk north from the station. Allow 2 hours.
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KM229 To fellow warriors, wish your soulsbe blissfully in heaven. Roadside shrine toJapanese victims of World War Two buried nearthis spot.
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H108 KM201. Intersectionwith H1263 to Mae SurinFalls (37kms), Bua ThongFields (26kms) & MaeChaem (96kms) (See section4 — all routes 4WD!)
KM200-199 Khun Yuam Museum (08:30-16:30 daily. donation) houses Japanese warmemorabilia including many photos. KhunYuam high street begins south of the museum.Take the concrete road bearing south-westaround a former landing strip south of theMuseum to see Wat To Phae (4kms) — a Shantemple known for its tapestry kept in a parti-tioned room to the left of the entrance in themain vihara.
KM132 H1266 is a dirt road (4WD!) thatgoes to Ban La Up (25kms), a Christian Lawavillage known for its cloth weaving. For acircular route to Ban Kong Loi on H108 at KM56(do not attempt during rainy season — seesection 4), continue to Ban Du La Poe (31kms)and take the road up the ridge. At approx KM36take the right fork (lower road) to the Lawa
To the River SalweenThe simplest route is by H1194 from Mae Sariang to
Mae Sam Laep (45kms) from where approx. 2 hour boattrips can be made south to the confluence of the Moei andSalween (650 bht.), or north to Tha Ta Fang (750 bht.).Until a bridge is built, to reach Mae Sam Laep itself youmust exit the sealed road after KM45 onto a track down tothe river bed, double back, ford the river and enter thelane on the opposite side of valley.
You can also stay a night at the National Park site over-looking the Salween near Tha Ta Fang (36kms by dirt road— 4WD!). Visit the Salween National Park HQ (08:30-16:30) the day before to prearrange a park guide and buyyour food in Mae Sariang before leaving. To reach thePark HQ, go on H1194 to KM1 + 500m and then headstraight west onto the cement lane at the corner. Turn leftat ornamental sign 400m after cement surface ends anddrive 2kms to park HQ (4WD!)
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village of Ban La-Ang Nua (41kms). 500m beyond BanLa-ang Nua you will come to a gravelled road headingsouth to Ban Santitham (71kms — drum fuel), eventuallybecoming H1270 to Ban Kong Loi (108kms).
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• Mitr A Ree Guest House $$$ , Mae Sariang, Tel: (0) 53681109 Fax: (0) 5368 1280
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108 climbs to the Karen village of Ban Mae Ho at KM84,crossing high valleys and cleared uplands that form
the upper headwaters of the Mae Rit River. After crossingthe BoLuang Plateau, the route descends to follow a prettyvalley route following the Mae Chaem River to Hot.
From Hot, H108 is a busy road heading north for ChiangMai, passing Chom Thong and Sanpatong, major districttowns en route. Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest peak, andthe National Park (see sidebar) may be visited by making adetour on highways 1088, 1009, or as part of the direct routefrom Khun Yuam (see Khun Yuam to Chom Thong sidebar)
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H108 KM103 junction with H105 to SopMoei and South (see section 5 for routessouth and west from Mae Sariang)
H KM55-6 H1270 to the Mae Tho National Park (16kms)and the Lawa village of Ban La Ang Nua (67kms) links upwith H1266 to Ban La Up (see section 3 KM128).
KM39 South turn for Om Koi (50kms) and Mae Tun(138kms). Because there is only one way into these pineforested uplands inhabited mainly by Karen, tourism hasbypassed this area. Khun Ruj of Om Koi Resort, $ (turnright at cross-roads in Om Koi and drive 1km. Tel: (0) 19507789) offers expert guidance to the local Karen hill tribeculture.
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H108 KM22 H1088 to Mae Chaem(45kms). Take this route to approach DoiInthanon National Park from the west,
and check out possibilities for “Ecotourist activities at theReforestation Office at KM16.
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KM59-60 Wat Phrathat Chom Thong temple
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H108 KM57 junction with H1009 to DoiInthanon and Mae Chaem (alternativeroute form Khun Yuam).
Doi Inthanon National ParkH1009 goes to the summit of Doi Inthanon (47kms),
passing three major waterfalls; the Mae Yai Falls (KM1south turn 13kms), Mae Klang Falls (KM7-8 south turn1km), Vachiratarn Falls (KM20 north turn & park), thePark HQ at KM31 (accommodation, visitor centre &permits for Kiw Mae Pan trail at KM42. Tel: (0) 53311608), the Royal Pagodas (KM40 west turn), and thesummit (47kms). Access to the Mae Pan falls is fromH1192 KM6-7 (3kms 4WD). The national park entrancefee will give you access to all sites in the park for oneday. The park also runs a home-stay ecotourismprogramme at KM26 (Tel: (0) 1881 7346 or (0) 12586071)
The following resorts are in good locations for anearly start to explore Doi Inthanon:
Little Home Guest House H1009 KM7 Tel: (0)1224 3446
Navasoung Resort H1192 KM19 Tel: & Fax:(0) 5382 8477
KHUN YUAM TO CHOM THONG VIA DOI INTHANON.156kms 4WD only!
From Pointer 7, H1263 is a sealed road which goes 66kmsover a route that offers fine vistas over the mountainousterritory in this area.
KM12-13. Turn north (left) on the road (asphalt 3kmsonly—4WD) for the steep climb to the Hmong village ofBan U-Kho and the Bua Thong fields (the sunflowers bloommid Nov. to early Dec.— 6kms). You can enjoy fine viewswest on the route to the Mae Surin National Park at theFalls (28kms).
H1263 climbs to KM20 (kilometre stones stop at thispoint), offering good views west near the top of the pass.The Hmong Villages of Ban Pang Oung (KM23) and BangPang Kia (KM28 - fuel available) and the Karen village ofBan Huai Bong (KM19 from junction with H1088) lie alongthe route.
After 66kms the sealed road ends at a T junction, whereyou turn south (right) on the metalled dirt surface of whatpurports to be Highway 1088 at approx. KM78.
The route descends on the rough, dusty dirt road for5kms to Ban Mae Na Chon before reaching a pitted sealedsurface approaching the village (KM72). Turn right (south)at T junction in the village and go straight south to MaeChaem on the mostly sealed road (very rough dirt roadKM65-62!)
Turn east (left) in Mae Chaem (KM46) and follow H1088till KM45-44, where you take H1192 uphill to Doi Inthanon.Take care on the narrow and steep road as it climbs up20kms to a checkpoint (National Park Fee 200bht/adult)and H1009 to Chom Thong at KM37-38.
Resorts in Chom Thong, Hot and Mae Chaem offer apossible base for a night’s rest before a day’s exploration ofMae Chaem and Doi Inthanon National Park (See DoiInthanon sidebar)
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Mae Sot has acolourful morningmarket, jewelleryshops selling Bur-mese gems (perhapsat good prices) andan active night-lifeYou may cross theThai Myanmar Friend-ship Bridge intoMiyawaddi withoutyour Budget vehiclefor a one-day visit till17:30hrs.
From Mae Sot,H105 crosses theranges over to Tak(83kms), from whereyou may take H12 toSukhothai (80kms)and Phitsanulok(138kms — seeBudget’s WorldClassDrives “Chiang Mai-Sukhothai Loop &“Loei and the MiddleMekong). To returnto Chiang Mai, takeH1 for a fast route, orfollow the minor roads on the west bank of the Ping andWang rivers to Thoen (92kms), and then H106 to the oldnorthern capital of Lamphun and Chiang Mai (181kms fromThoen).
H105 Mae Sariang to Mae Sot (232 kms — fuel fromdrums only till KM33!). KM190 a rough track (4WD!) leadsto a riverside camp site at the Mae Ngao National Park(5kms). From KM115-14, H1267 climbs to The Moei RiverNational Park HQ (11 kms) and viewpoints near KM18-20and Karen Villages beyond (35kms). The Mae Usu caves(KM94 west turn 2kms) are part of the national park. Rusticaccommodation in lovely locations at KM190 (Ban NamNgao), KM143 (Pa Pa Valley) and KM116 (Wila GuestHouse)
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The circle junction at KM76 east of Mae Sot.Turn south on H1090 for Umphang (164kms- see sidebar)
H105 Mae Sot to Tak (83kms). KM26 Taksin MaharatNational Park. A north turn (3kms) leads to the park and asteep 400m trail down to a large specimen of diptero-carpus.anisoptera; KM26-25 Hill Tribe Welfare DevelopmentCentre and Lahu village (south turn 5kms); KM12 LangSang National Park — a south turn goes to a small localwaterfall (3kms).
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The junction of H1 and H12. Go westfor H1107 to Ban Tak and rural routeto Bhumiphol Dam. Take Highway12 east for Sukhothai (see Budget’s‘Chiang Mai-Sukhothai Loop’), or H1for the fastest route north.
POINTER SEVENTEEN
H1107 KM30-31 termination of alterna-tive route H1175 to Mae Ramat (pointer
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H1090 to UmphangThis highway is the only way in
to Umphang (164kms) — a smalldistrict town bounded by mountainsand nature reserves. Turn left at forkat KM31 and fill up with fuel at lastgas station before Umphang nearKM44. Allow at least 5 hours on thisspectacular, but slow highway.
Comfortable, if not rustic,guesthouse/resorts organise rafting,elephant and trekking tours toKaren villages, the Tilosu Falls andforest reserves. Advance bookingrecommended.
Tu Ka Su Cottage - .Rooms in family sized bungalows.Tel: (0) 5556 1295.
Umphang Hill Resort -$$$Tel: (0) 5556 1063-4 or call SP Tourin Mae Sot
14). The small Yuttahatti Pagoda is 1km down this road. Ifproceeding to Bhumiphol Dam, keep going straight aftercrossing river (KM54), crossing several lanes till you cometo a T junction with main road. Turn left for Dam (5kms)and right for H1 (14kms).
H1 Tak to Thoen 92kms - fast divided highway. Theroad to the Bhumiphol Dam (8th largest concrete arch damgoes west at KM463. H1102 to Mae Phrik at KM490-1provides an alternative rural route to Thoen.
POINTER EIGHTTEEN
H1 KM513-4 west turn for H106 to Li.After crossing the river, a south turn leadsto Thoen district town (4kms) and H1102along the west bank. Wat Wiang (2kms)has one of only a few remaining classicnorthern-style vihara.
H106 Thoen to Lamphun (155kms) and Chiang Mai(181kms) — see section 4 map. Beware of heavy trucks
from the lignitemine near KM36 onthe bends betweenKM12-29! At KM 47H1087 goes to theMae Ping NationalPark HQ (20kms),Ko Falls (42kms)and the Kaeng KoRapids (43kms).Rafts accommodationavailable as well asboat trips on the MaePing Lake. Advancebooking recom-mended (Tel: (0) 53519031). Sights inLamphun include WatPhrathat Haripunchaiand Wat Chamadevi.
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City HotelsDK $ Hotel Intakhiri Rd. Tel: (0) 5554 2648-9, (0) 5553 1699Pornthep Hotel $-$$ Soi Sriwiang. Tel: (0) 5553 2590-4
Rafting/Trekking (Umphang area) Mae Sot Travel Centre SP Tour. Tel: (0) 5553 1409, (0) 5554 6121-3Fax: (0) 5553 2279 Bkk Off: (0) 2573 7942, (0) 2981 9991-2
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City HotelsSuan Sin Garden Resort $Tel: (0) 5551 1102Songwon Thai Hotel $ Taksin Rd:Tel: (0) 5551 1153
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INSTRUCTIONS
umbered pointers listed in sequence in the direction of travel showimportant road junctions along the recommended route (reverse these if
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Kilometre references are noted intwo ways:
H107 KM13 = Highway 107 kilometrestone 13 is close to the point offocus
H107 KM98-9 = The point of focus liesbetween kilometre stones 98&99.
Kilometre stones are usually foundat 1 or 2 km intervals on most num-bered highways. Though names arewritten in Thai, the highway number(top front face of stone) confirms yourroute in the absence of English signs.
Background shading indicatespoints of interest/side trip/alternativeroad along or off the recommendedroute.
H108* = Black stars by highwaynumbers/along routes indicate roughpatches where the sealed surface hasbuckled/potholed and broken up. Beready to slow right down frequently,avoid driving faster than 60 kph!
4WD Only! If you are driving avehicle that does not have four wheeldrive, please do not take this road.Though it is not usually necessary toengage the 4WD itself, the higherclearance and fortified suspension ofsuch vehicles make their use obligatoryon such roads.
Dirt Roads go all over the moun-tains of N. Thailand, but there are fewsigns, even in Thai, and it is very easyto get disoriented. Main unsealed roadsare all-weather, but in the rainy seasonmost dirt roads will often have patcheswith deep mud ruts, glutinous mud thatclogs up the wheels and or moistcompacted mud that is so slippery thatchains are obligatory — under nocircumstances venture onto dirt roadsin the hills during the rainy season!
We recommend that you avoid dirtroads, as you will be responsible foranything that happens to vehicles offregularly maintained and pavedroadways. Should you go on a dirtroad, however, please drive very slowlyto avoid mechanical problems and tokeep the dust down, especially whenpassing people and communities.
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In the U.K.: 0541 565-656, In the U.S.: (800) 527-0700In Germany: 01805 244-388, In Australia: 1-300 362-848
In Singapore: 532-4442, In Thailand: 1-800-BUDGET
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Remember to always take drinkingwater - allow for emergencies. Makesure you have a torch, enough fuel,basic provisions and warm clothingbefore entering remote roads throughmountainous areas.
Help us get it right! If you havesuggestions or wish to point out errorsin this guide, please advise our staff.
INFORMATION
This guide is designed tocomplement regular guide-books. Theoffices of the Tourism Authority ofThailand (TAT — locations on citymaps) at Chiang Mai and Tak can alsoprovide very useful information andbrochures.
ACCOMMODATION
Country resorts often occupydelightful settings offering ruralambience with the convenience ofchalet-rooms with fan/air-conditioningand hot shower (fridge and TV) in agarden setting near a central restaurant/reception area. In the high season —November through April — advancebooking is highly recommended, if nota must for the best places both in thecountry and the city.
Credit cards are usually onlyaccepted by larger resort/hotels —
travel with enough cash baht to seeyou to the next ATM (at banks in maindistrict towns — amphoe). Good hotelrooms in provincial cities usually cost1000-1999 baht ( ), depending onseason. 2000 Baht up
1000-1999 500-999 Baht less than 500 Baht
NATIONAL PARKS
Visitor centres at park HQs usuallyhave brochures with maps detailingsights, though English language versionsmay not always be available. There areboard maps and walking trails areusually well-marked.
Park accommodation can bespartan, and is not well set up for walk-in trade unless you bring your owntent and food. Prior reservation fromthe Forestry Department in Bangkokis essential in the season. Tel: (0) 25797223, (0) 2579 5734, (0) 2561 4292-4ext. 724&725.
From August 2000 all foreigners arebeing charged 200 Bt./head entrancefee, and this fee is being rigorouslyapplied at most national parks alongthe route in this guide. Hitherto chargeswere 40-50 Bt./vehicle and 20 Bt./head,as it is for Thai citizens.
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ROADS IN THAILAND
All main and most minor roads are sealed. Signs and reflective markerswarn of hazards on major highways, and sodium lighting illuminates majorintersections. Bilingual (English/Thai) road signs indicate destinations, high-way numbers and distances before and after intersections.
Kilometre stones show highway number and distance along the road on thefront face, and distances to destinations in the direction of travel on the side.The police and military set up road check-points on highways, especially atnight, but there are no security problems.
Please remember to drive on the left!
Emergency Assistance 1-800-BUDGET, Udon Thani Office (0) 4224 6805,(0) 9841 4753 Phitsanulok Office, (0) 5525 8556, (0) 1820 8644,
Khon Kaen Office (0) 4334 5460, (0) 1925 4228
Highlights of the Drive
he Friendship Highway linksBangkok to Isan, an area which
encompassses the north-eastern pro-vinces of Thailand. The people of thisregion enjoy a distinctive language andculture, which they share with theircousins across the River Mekong in Laos.
Starting from Khon Kaen, a culturalcentre in the heart of Isan, the drivefollows the Friendship Highway northto the commercial city of Udon Thaniand then to Nong Khai, a tranquil townon the banks of the Mekong.
From Nong Khai the route followsthe Mekong valley upstream, beforeturning south to the provincial capitalof Loei and then heading west acrossmountain ranges to Phitsanulok.
Located in the north central plainsof the Chao Phraya basin, Phitsanuloklies close to the historical origins ofthe Kingdom of Thailand at Sukhothai.
From Phitsanulok, a different routeeast crosses the ranges again back toKhon Kaen or Udon Thani. Scenic shorterdrives are also possible from Phitsanulok.
TThe main route is divided into six
sections, each with recommendedaccommodation. This allows you tospend a full day en route and reachcomfortable lodging by nighfall in eachsection.
It remains for you to choose
whether to begin your drive in KhonKaen, Udon Thani or Phitsanulok, andthen for you to set your pace on anadventure into this beautiful, less-visited part of the Kingdom.
For further information, please seethe back page. Happy Trails!
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he drive starts in Khon Kaen, a regional centre in Isanwith a vibrant night life. From Khon Kaen Highway 2
races north towards the River Mekhong along a fast dividedhighway that allows an easy journey to the major UdonThani. Side tours along the route lead to King Cobra Villageand Ban Chiang World Heritage.
50 kms north of Udon Thani lies Nong Khai, a languidprovincial capital on the banks of the Mekong. Though thefriendship bridge at Nong Khai is the main entry point forvehicles into Laos, Budget vehicles may not cross at present.Nevertheless, with the border market, the extraordinary sculp-tures of Sala Kaeo Ku and the variety of restaurants alongthe river, Nong Khai is a pleasant town for a stopover (seemap, section 2).
South from Khon KaenSights south of Khon Kaen include the silk weaving
village of Channabot (KM11 on H229 to Mancha Khiri —66kms), the ‘Tortoise Village’ (KM40 on H2062 to ManchaKhiri — 54 kms) and the Khmer ruins at Phimai (H2 andH206 —151kms). Contact the TAT office in Khon Kaen formore information about places near Khon Kaen.
POINTER ONE
H12 & H2 intersection, Khon Kaen. Turnnorth for Udon Thani (116 kms). Phimai(151 kms) & Nakhon Ratchasima (189kms) are south.
KM35 U-turn and east turn onto H2039 to Kranuan forBan Kok Sanga, ‘King Cobra Village’. Drive on H2039 toKM14 and then take a side road south for 2kms. Villagerswill show you cobras, but shows may only be put on forgroups.
KM26-7 H2109 leads Ubon Rattana Dam (26kms) andH2146 to Nong Bua Lamphu (89 kms)
POINTER TWO
KM81-2 H2023 to Kumphawaphi inter-sects with H2. Turn right here for alter-native route to Ban Chiang World Heri-tage (see sidebar)
POINTER THREE
Fountain circle in Udon Thani. Unless itis rush hour, take H2 through UdonThani. H22 east is the direct route fromUdon Thani to Ban Chiang.
POINTER FOUR
H2 KM130 H2021 goes to Ban Phu andPhu Phrabat Historical Park (56 kms).This site can also be visited from NongKhai (see sidebar, section 2)
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Up-Market HotelsCharoen Thani Princess $$-$$$, Sri Chan Rd, Tel: (0) 4322 0400-14Fax: (0) 4322 0438 e-mail <[email protected]> Bkk Res: (0) 2636 3333 Hotel Sofitel Raja Orchid Khon Kaen $$$, Prachasumran Rd. Tel: (0) 4332 2155, Fax: (0) 4332 2150. Bkk Res: (0) 2237 6064. E-mail <[email protected]>Kosa Hotel, $$-$$$ Sri Chan Rd, Tel: (0) 4332 0320, (0) 4322 5014-8Fax: (0) 4322 5013 Bkk Res: (0) 2258 9425-7
Mid-Range Hotels Chaipat Hotel $$-$$$, off Na Muang Rd,Tel: (0) 4333 0055-64, Fax: (0) 4323 6860
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Tourism Authority of ThailandTel: (0) 4324 4498-9Long distance (air-con)bus stationPost OfficeRailway StationFresh Market
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H2 KM 146/7 junction of H2022 toPhen and Nong Han districts —alternative rural route to/fromBan Chiang
Ban Chiang, World Heritage Site.The Lao Phuan village of Ban Chiang is a site of
major interest 50 kms east of Udon Thani. A Na-tional Museum (open daily 09:00-17:00) and anexcavation site exhibit at Wat Phu Si Nai detail lifein the area 2000-4000 years ago.
From Khon Kaen (total 146 kms), you may avoidUdon Thani by taking H2023 (pointer 2) toKumphawapi (8kms) and then H2350 to Nong Han(31 kms). This joins H22 at KM34, where the high-way bypasses south of Nong Han district town. Turnright (east) and drive either to KM42 and follow asealed highway NE (Ban Chiang 8 kms), or con-tinue to KM50 and turn north on H2225 (Ban Chiang6 kms). From Udon Thani follow H22 east to NongHan and then as described above.
To continue directly to Nong Khai from BanChiang via a rural route, return on H22 to NongHan and turn north on H2312. Continue on thisroad, passing Pen district town and joining H2 atKM146 (Pointer 4). You may also visit the silkvillage of Ban Na Kha using this route by turningoff H2312 (H2022 continues north) onto H2255 atKM29 and heading west to Ban Na Kha (KM134 onH2).
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Charoensri Royal Hotel $$$, Prachak Rd.Tel: (0) 4234 3555, Fax: (0) 4234 3550-2Bkk Res: (0) 2319 8947.
Ton Koon Hotel $$-$$$ Mak Khaeng Rd.Tel: (0) 4232 6336-45 Fax: (0) 4232 6349-50
Mid-Range HotelsUdon Hotel $-$$ Mak Khaeng Rd.Tel: (0) 4224 8160 Fax: (0) 4224 2782
Karin Hotel $-$$$ Wattana Nuwong Rd.Tel: (0) 4232 0515-22
Napalai Hotel $$-$$$ Pracharaksa Rd.Tel: (0) 4234 7444 Fax: (0) 4234 7447
Udon Thani Airport Sleep Inn $$ H210 KM120Tel: & Fax: (0) 4234 6223-4Bkk Res: (0) 2641 4699 (inset)
City HotelsChaiporn Hotel. $ Mak Khaeng Rd.Tel: (0) 4222 1913
Charoensri Palace Hotel. $-$$ Phosi Rd.Tel: (0) 4222 2601
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fter joining H211 (pointer 6), you follow the Mekongvalley upstream through increasingly scenic landscape.
An alternative route takes you to Phu Phrabat, returningback to the Mekong at Sang Khom for the picturesque sec-tion east to Chiang Khan.
From Chiang Khan, the route heads south to Loei, aprovincial market centre serving the surrounding uplands.
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KM158/9 H211 west to Chiang Khan.East to Victory Park Golf Course (7.5kms. See accommodation for details.)
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This route rejoins H211 at Sang Khom. Take H2020(pointer 7) to Ban Phu and then H2348 to the historicalpark — a visit to this site is recommended (allow 90 min.to walk around the park).
Continue west on H2348 to Ban Sam Liam (KM28) be-fore turning north (right) on H2376 to Sang Khom. Turnoff H2376 at KM15 to visit the Yung Thong Falls (right turnon concrete lane at the sign for Na Yung-Nam Som ForestPark — 2kms).
If you do not wish to miss sights on H211 betweenKM28 & 84, return to H211 on H2266 (which joins H2348at a T-junction south of KM15 — if taking H2266 northturn hard right at confusing sign near KM8).
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Up-market HotelsMekong Royal Nongkhai $$$, 222 Jommani Beach, Nong Khai. Tel: (0) 4242 0024, (0) 4246 5777-8 Fax: (0) 4242 1280 Bkk Res: (0) 2272 0087-9Nong Khai Grand Hotel $$ Phonphisai Rd, Nong Khai Tel: (0) 4242 0033, (0) 4242 0044 Fax: (0) 4241 2026 Bkk Res: (0) 2237 6809-12 <www.nongkhaigrand.com>
Mid-Range HotelsThai Laos Riverside Hotel $$, Kaeo Worawut Rd. Tel: (0) 4246 0263-7, Fax: (0) 4246 0317Tip Hotel $-$$, Mitraphap Rd, Nong Khai Tel&Fax: (0) 4246 4513-22
City Hotels/Guest HousesKhong River Hotel$-$$ , Kaeo Worawut Rd, Tel: (0) 4241 1277Mut Mee Guest House $, Kaeo Worawut Rd. Fax: (0) 4226 0717. e-mail <[email protected]>Phantawee Hotel $-$$, Hai Sok Rd., Nong Khai Tel: (0) 4241 1568-9Prajak Bungalows $-$$, Prachak Rd, Tel: (0) 4241 2644, (0) 4242 0510Mae Khong Guest House $ Tel: (0) 4246 0689
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KM28/9 H2020 to Ban Phu (30 kms) andPhu Phrabat Historical Park (42 kms) —alternative route to pointer 8.
KM54 Wat Aran Banphot — a new chedi on a slopeabove the highway
KM64 Wat Hin Mak Peng — a temple overlooking anarrow part of the River Mekong. Polite dress required.
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KM84/5 Sang Khom (amphoe)H2376 to Ban Sam Liam (alternativeroute to Phu Phrabat HistoricalPark).
KM183/4 North turn to Kaeng Kut Ku rapids(2.5 kms). The rapids are a popular local touristspot with up-market dining and accommodationavailable on the river bank at the Chiang KhanHill Resort.
POINTER NINE
KM187 H211 ends at T junction withH201&H2195 in Chiang Khan. H211turn south on H201
H201 KM7/8 West turn on H2115 to Tha Liand then right at KM2 for Wat Tham Phapu Cavetemple (3.9 kms from H201). The temple has agrotto containing Buddha images.
ACCOMMODATION
Rustic guest houses have rooms at Sang Khomand Pak Chom; for more up-market accommoda-tion go to Chiang Khan or Loei.• Siam Bungalow $, Sang Khom, H211 KM82-3• Pak Chom Resort $. Pak Chom. H211 KM145-
6 Tel: (0) 4288 1033• Chiang Khan Hill Resort $-$$$ , Kaeng Kut
Khu (off H211 at KM183) Tel: 042 Bkk Res:(0) 2580 6201
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City HotelsKing Hotel $ Chumsai Rd.Tel: (0) 4281 1701, (0) 4281 1783, (0) 4281 1225 Fax: (0) 4281 1235Phu Luang Hotel $$ Charoenrat Rd.Tel: (0) 4281 1532, (0) 4281 1570, Fax: (0) 4281 2558Royal Inn Hotel $ Chumsai RdTel: (0) 4281 2563 Fax: (0) 4283 0873Thai Udom Hotel $-$$ Charoenrat RdTel: (0) 4281 1763, (0) 4281 1789, Fax: (0) 4283 0187
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H201 KM207s o u t h / K M 0north — junc-tion with H203.See ‘AlternativeRoutes South on
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KM49 Phu Rua National Park(7kms). Take the narrow lanenorth to the most accessible ofthe protected plateau wilder-nesses in this region. After en-tering the park you can drive toa car-park within a onekilometre walk of the summit.
KM60/1 Chateau de Loei -Thailand’s premier winery. Youcan visit the vineyard on a lanesouth just east of the restaurant/shop complex (9 kms roundtrip). The high hill to the southis a macadamia plantation, whichalong with the Rang Yen Resortand the Loei Palace Hotel,belongs to the same owner.
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ALTERNATIVE ROUTES FROM H203 SOUTHH203 south passes over pretty highland country before descending into
the Pa Sak Valley to the district towns of Lom Kao (64 kms) and Lom Sak(77kms). Go 55 kms south of pointer 11 for the start of scenic, less-travelledback-country roads serving distant destinations (distances are indicated fromH203).
Neither fuel nor help may be readily available in the remote rural uplandsthrough which these roads travel, however. Allow at least half a day for theseroutes as tortuous bends and broken road surfaces seldom permit speedsabove 60kph. See sections 5&6 for accommodation nearer the start of theseroutes.
H2216 VIA NAM NAO TO H12 (102KMS)Turn west from H203 at Ban Khok Krathong, KM118, for an alternative
route in the direction of Khon Kaen that skirts the northern boundary of NamNao National Park. At KM58 a south turn by a local restaurant leads to aranger station (2.3kms) and Tham Yai Nam Nao cave. Park rangers can act asguides beyond the illuminated 400m (deep access is limited during the rainyseason).
H2206 TO WANG SAPHUNG AND H201 (92KMS)Turn west from H203 at Ban Khok Krathong, KM118, and then turn
onto H2216 betweenKM78/79 for a route passing the southern edge ofPhu Luang Wildlife Sanctuary to Wang Saphung. Waterfalls are locatedoff the road (4WD only) at KM45 (Tat Khok Nong Haeo Falls) and KM43(Cheun Chiwin).
H2331 TO NAKHON THAI VIA PHU HIN RONGKLA (92 KMS)See section 4
ACCOMMODATION
• The following resorts are best for all year service (guest-house styleaccommodation is available in Phu Rua)
• Phu Rua Chalet $$-$$$ H203 KM44-3 Tel: (0) 4289 9201, (0) 4289 9012Fax: (0) 4289 9200
• Phu Rua Resort $$-$ $$ H203 KM47-6 Tel: (0) 4289 9048• Rai Waranya $$-$$$ H203 KM50-49 2kms on side road up to Phu Rua
National Park. Tel: (0) 4289 9020, (0) 4289 9166• Rang Yen Resort $$-$$$ H203 KM60-1 (south turn, follow signs on
sealed road 11 kms Tel: (0) 4289 1089, (0) 4289 1389 Fax: (0) 42891423 Bkk Res: (0) 2318 8895-6
KM165 A sealed road runs west to Suan Hin Pha Ngam(Rock Garden Cliff), an area of limestone pinnacles, cavesand small waterfalls in uplands (18kms) — a local touristspot. Accommodation available at the Chao Phraya PhaNgam Resort. $ Tel: (0) 1974 8145
KM136 West turn on old road to Phu Kradung NationalPark (8kms). This is the best known of the national parksthat occupy the plateaus found at the top of mountainsthroughout this region. To reach the summit requires a5-6 hour hike — overnight park accommodation/campingis a must (300 & 600 Bt. in forestry department guest housesor in individual houses for 8 persons at 800 Bt.). Open 31Oct. through 31 May, entry 07:00-14:00 only.
KM112 Phu Phaman National Park — a recently createdpark. Features are less spectacular than those at PhuKradung, but the park is more accessible to the motorist.
Accommodation is available in Chumphae at the SriSuphan Grand Royal (see section 6).
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UDON THANI VIA WANG SAPHUNG(154KMS) section 2 map
Go south on H201 and turn east atKM184-5 onto H210 to Nong BuaLamphu and Udon Thani. Sights on this route include alarge Buddha image and illuminated cave at Erawan Cave(KM31 north turn 2.5 kms) and the pilgrimage site of WatTham Khlong Pen (KM90 south turn 2 kms).
KHON KAEN VIA PHU KRADUNG AND CHUMPHAE(207 KMS) section 6 map
Go on H201 south, which joins H12 at KM94 (113 kms).The sights along this route are as follows (see section 6 forroute information east of pointer 18 on H12)
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DAN SAIPHITSANULOKSECTION 4 : 142 kms.
he recommendedroute climbs from
Dan Sai over a north-south ridge before goingto Nakhon Thai and be-yond to H12. H12 thendescends down towardsPhitsanulok, passing sev-eral points where the KhekRiver tumbles over pic-turesque falls and rapids.
Phitsanulok is an im-portant commercial cen-tre on the Nan River. VisitWat Phra Si Rattana Maha-that, Thailand’s secondmost revered piligrimagesite, and then enjoy Thaifood on floating restua-rants on the Nan River.
60 kms to the west ofthe city, H12 reachesSukhothai and a route toboth Sukhothai and SriSatchanalai HistoricalParks (For more informa-tion see our Chiang Mai-Sukhothai Loop WorldClassDrive).
NW OF DAN SAIRoutes north-west of
Dan Sai enter very pic-turesque territory, butthe mountain roads areslow and there is no ac-commodation.
H1268 from BanMuang Phrae (35kms)passes Na Haeo NationalPark (55 kms) and BanRom Klao (77 kms). Thelatter is near the site of abloody dispute over log-ging concessions andfrontier demarcationwith Laos in 1989.
Distances from DanSai on circular routes areas follows: H12 viaChatrakan and NakhonThai (205 kms), Phitsa-nuloke via Chatrakan &Ban Bong Khae (250 kms),Phu Rua via Na Haeo andH2294 (91 kms).
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Hotel Up-MarketAmarin Lagoon Resort $$-$$$, Praongkhao Rd. Tel: (0) 5522 0999 Fax: (0) 5522 0944 Bkk Res: (0) 2668 4277Pailyn Hotel $$-$$$ Borom Trailokanat Rd. Tel: (0) 5525 2411-5, (0) 5522 5228-35 Fax: (0) 5525 8185. Bkk Res: (0) 2215 7110-2Topland Hotel $$$, Ekathotsarot Rd. Tel: (0) 5524 7800 Fax: (0) 5524 7815 Bkk Res: (0) 2215 6108
Mid-RangeGolden Grand Hotel $$, Thamma Bucha Rd. Tel: (0) 5521 0234-7 Fax: (0) 5521 0887La Paloma Hotel $$, Si Tham Traipidok Rd. Tel: (0) 5521 7934-6, Fax: (0) 5521 7935 Bkk Res: (0) 2251 1674Nanchao Hotel $$, Borom Trailokanat Rd. Tel: (0) 5525 2510-4, (0) 5524 4702-5 Fax: (0) 5524 4794Phitsanuloke Thani Hotel $$, Sanambin Rd Tel: (0) 5521 1065-69, Fax: (0) 5521 1071 Bkk Res: (0) 2318 9101-3Rajapruk $$-$$$, Phra Ong Dam Rd, Tel: (0) 5521 2727-30, Fax: (0) 5525 1395, Bkk Res: (0) 2229 4496Thep Nakorn Hotel $$, Si Tham Traipidok Rd Tel: (0) 5524 4070-2, Fax: (0) 5525 1897
City HotelsAmarin Nakorn Hotel, Chaophraya Rd, Tel: (0) 5521 9069-78, Fax: (0) 5521 9500U-Thong Hotel $, Phra Ong Dam Rd. Tel: (0) 5521 0424-7 Fax: (0) 5521 1003Wang Kaew $, Theparak Rd, Tel: (0) 5524 5581-8, Fax: (0) 5524 5589Youth Hostelling International $, Sanam Bin Rd, Tel: (0) 5524 2060
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ALTERNATIVE ROUTE H2331 OVERPHU HIN RONG KLA (65 KMS BETWEENCONNECTING ROADS).
From Dan Sai, the route over Phu HinRong Kla may be driven east to west byheading south on H203 and turning rightto Ban Wang Ban just after KM120 (noEnglish sign!). Or you may drive it fromwest to east as described here, perhaps onan eastbound journey from Phitsanulok(section 5). However, if it is rainy and theupper half of the mountain is shrouded incloud, avoid this route (dangerous whenwet ). Allow a full day, especially if plan-ning to walk to falls (Entry 05:00-20:00No fuel on this route!).
H2331 to Phu Hin Rong Kla starts fromnear KM5 on a spur of H2013, which by-passes east of Nakhon Thai. There are fineviews west as the road climbs to theNational Park Visitor Centre (Park accom-modation suitable for family/group 500-1200 bt. Local reservations (0) 5523 3527,
(0) 1226 0726).
Between KM25 and 30 signposts indi-cate side trips to sights associated with theCommunist Party of Thailand (CPT). Tocontinue over the mountain turn right at Tjunction after KM31, or go straight to visitthe Hmong village of Rong Kla.
Little can be seen from the tree-linedroad as it winds over the summit — a 3.5kstrail leads off to Man Daeng Falls at KM28(distances are counted from junction withH2372 on this part of the highway) —untilthe descent begins near the park check-point at KM17. Hmong hill tribe villagesare located on these upper eastern slopes.The view is formidable, but be extremelycareful on the very steep switchbacks andbroken up road surface between KM17&6!
H2331 joins H2372 which runs north viaBan Wang Ban to H203 KM120-1, or southto H12 KM126-7. See Section 5 for accom-modation.
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PHITSANULOKLOM SAKSECTION 5 : 128 kms.
rom Phitsanulok H12 climbs along the Khek Valley tothe Khao Lang Non Son Range, an area that was a once
a communist stronghold. Alternative routes north (H2331Phu Hin Rongkla— see section 4 ) and south (H2196 toKhao Kho & Phetchabun — Pointer 14) explore this terrain.
Lom Sak is a substantial district centre rivalling the pro-vincial capital of Phetchabun. (NB. Statistically H12 is oneof the most dangerous roads in Thailand!).
POINTER THIRTEEN
H12 KM68 H2013 north to Nakhon Thai— alternative route for Lom Sak viaH2331 for Phu Hin Rongkla (108kms toH12 at KM126 — see section 4)
KM70-1 Kaeng Sopha falls (the Thung Salaeng LuangNational Park HQ and visitor centre is at KM78-9). ThungSalaeng Luang meadows themselves are accessible from apark sub-station near Nong Mae Na (H2258 KM38-9 northturn 1.5kms)
POINTER FOURTEEN
H12 KM100 H2196 alternative route toKhao Kho & Phetchabun (68 kms).
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE VIA KHAO KHOH2196 traverses a highland plateau famous for battles
between Thai government forces and the CPT. Sights in-clude a narrow road (H2323 one-way south to north only)that climbs to a rudimentary weapons museum (ex fire-base) and to a war memorial from where there is a 270˚view. Other places to visit are the Royal Palace (groundsonly), Khao Kho Open Zoo & Sri Dit Falls. Phetchabun isa small provincial capital with a pleasing older quarter.
POINTER FIFTEEN
H12 KM126 junction withH2372 to Ban Wang Banand alternative route H2331over Phu Hin Rongkla
POINTER SIXTEEN
H12 KM128 intersects with H21 LomSak bypass (no lights!)and at KM130with H21 to Phetchabun(37kms) &Lom Sak (5 kms)
ACCOMMODATION
• Rainforest Resort $$$. H12 KM44 Tel: (0) 5529 3085-6Fax: (0) 5529 3086. e-mail<[email protected]
• Sappraiwan Grand Hotel & Resort $$$ H12 KM53,Tel: (0) 5529 9329 Fax: (0) 5529 3339-40 Bkk Res: (0)2236 2711-2
• The Imperial Phukaew Hill Resort $$$. H12 KM KM97-8Tel/Fax: (0) 5675 0056-60.
• Khaokho Flora Park $$- $$$ H2196 KM5-6 H Tel: (0)5675 0061-2 Fax: (0) 5675 0063. Organic food.
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Up-Market HotelsKosit Hill Hotel $$-$$$ Petchabun. Tel: (0) 5672 2370-2, (0) 5674 3642-4Fax: (0) 5672 2370
Mid Range & City HotelsBurapa Hotel. $-$$ Petchabun.Tel: (0) 5671 1155-9 Fax: (0) 567 2138-3Asia Guest House $ Tel: (0) 5671 1082
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LOM SAKKHON KAENSECTION 6 : 196 kms.
12 to Khon Kaen follows a pretty route over a watershedstraddled by the Nam Nao National Park. Beyond
Pointer 18, however, the single road highway becomes in-creasingly busy towards Chumphae (114kms) and Khon Kaen.
For alternative routes to Udon Thani go on H2216 viaWang Saphung (250 kms — see section 3) or via Nong BuaLamphu on H228 from Chumphae (249 kms).
NAM NAO NATIONAL PARKKM30 Entry checkpointKM39 Pha Hong Viewpoint (300-500m) & Cave;KM45 viewpoint (100m),KM49 Suan Son Dang Bak Viewpoint (4kms nature trail)KM50 Park HQ (1.5kms), Visitor Centre & circular naturetrails (for direct booking of park accommodation call(0) 5672 9002)KM67 Haew Sai & Saithong Falls (700m)KM73 exit park at checkpoint.
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H12 KM73 H2216 north to Nam Nao—alternative route to/from H203 and toTham Yai Nam Nao (see section 3)
POINTER EIGHTEEN
H12 KM102 (west of intersection) H201north to Phu Kradung and Loei (seesection 2)
POINTER NINETEEN
H12 KM82-3 H228 goes northto Nong Bua Lamphu & UdonThani (133kms)
H12 KM77 North turn toPhu Wiang Reclining Buddha(3kms)
H12 KM48 H2038 to Phu Wiang National Park (38 kms).A circular walk of approx. 5.5 kms begins at the visitorcentre and passes 4 of 9 dinosaur excavation sites.
ACCOMMODATION• Lomsak Nattirat Grand Hotel 000 Lom Sak. Tel: (0) 5674
5022-8 Fax: (0) 5674 5029• Sri Suphan Grand Royal $-$$$ . Chumphae. H228 (to
Nong Bua Lamphu) KM86. 2 kms from intersection withH12 Tel: (0) 4338 1031-3
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INSTRUCTIONS
umbered pointers listed in sequence in the direction of travel show im-portant road junctions along the recommended route (reverse these if
travelling in the opposite direction). These are illustrated as follows.N
Kilometre references are noted intwo ways:
H12 KM13 = Highway 12 kilometrestone 13 is close to the point offocus
H12 KM98-9 = The point of focus liesbetween kilometre stones 98&99.
Kilometre stones are usually foundat 1 or 2 km intervals on most num-bered highways. Though names arewritten in Thai, the highway number(top front face of stone) confirmsyour route in the absence of Englishsigns.
Background shading indicatespoints of interest/ side trip/ alterna-tive road along or off the recom-mended route.
Stars by highways indicatesfrequent rough patches where thesealed surface has buckled/potholedand broken up. This is common in Isan.Be ready to slow right down frequently,avoid driving faster than 60 kph!
4 WD Only! If you are driving avehicle that does not have four wheeldrive, please do not take this road.When on a dirt road, please driveslowly to avoid mechanical problemsand to keep the dust down when pass-ing people and communities.
Remember to always take drinkingwater - allow for emergencies. Makesure you have enough fuel before en-tering remote roads through mountain-ous areas.
Help us get it right! If you have sug-gestions or wish to point out errors inthis guide, please advise our staff.
INFORMATION
This guide is designed to comple-ment regular guide-books. The officesof the Tourism Authority of Thailand(TAT) at Udon Thani, Phitsanulok andKhon Kaen also provide very usefulinformation and brochures. TAT officelocations are on the city maps.
ACCOMMODATION
There are many upland resorts whichusually offer rooms with fan/air-con-ditioning, fridge, TV and hot showerin small chalets near a central restau-rant. Those listed in the accommoda-tion sidebars in this guide offer year-round service even during the greenseason (June-November)
In the high season — Novemberthrough April — advance booking ishighly recommended, if not a must.Advance booking is also advisable forthe best city accommodation duringpeak periods.
Credit cards are usually only ac-cepted by larger resort/hotels, so travelwith enough cash baht to see you tothe next ATM (at banks in main dis-trict towns — amphoe ). The best ho-tel rooms in provincial cities usuallycost 1000-1500 baht ( $$$), depend-ing on season. 1000 Baht up 500-999 Baht less than 500 Baht
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Park accommodation can bespartan, and is not set up for walk-intrade unless you bring your own tentand food. Prior reservation from theForestry Department in Bangkok isessential in the season. Tel: (0) 25797223, (0) 2579 5734, (0) 2561 4292-4ext. 724&725.
From August 2000 all foreigners areto be charged 200 Bt./head entrancefee, but it remains to be seen howrigorously this charge will be applied.Hitherto charges were 40-50 Bt./vehicleand 20 Bt./head, as it is for Thaicitizens.
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Starting from Pattaya, Section 1 ofthis drive will help you find the nicestbeaches with the best seafood and will
guide you to nearby inland attractions.Section 2 highlights outstanding familyattractions found north of Pattaya onthe road to Chonburi and Bangkok.
Ban Phe, a coastal fishing portwhich serves the resort island of KoSamet, is the starting point for section3, which goes east following the sandybeaches between the headlands of
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Kilometre stones show highway number and distance alongthe road on the front face, and distances to destinations in thedirection of travel on the side. The police and military set up roadcheck-points on highways, especially at night, but there are nosecurity problems.
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adventures, 17 competition class golfcourses within an hour’s drive and abeat that pulses through the night tilldawn — Pattaya has so much to offerfor all the family. So when the pacegets too hectic, laze sublime and letPattaya put life in the pink.
The heart of the city lies in SouthPattaya at the southern end of AoPattaya (Pattaya Bay). Once a fishingvillage, this was the first area to becomean entertainment centre. Since thenhotels and entertainment centres havespread north, south and inland.
PATTAYA’S ROAD SYSTEM
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Pattaya’s prime beach along AoPattaya is served by Beach Road(Pattaya 1 Rd.), a one-way road northto south along the beachfront thatbegins at Pointer 2. North Pattaya Rd(running west from Pointer 1) is thefirst of three link roads (North PattayaRd, Central Pattaya Rd. and SouthPattaya Rd.) which join Beach Roadwith the Sukhumwit Highway betweenChonburi and Sattahip.These roadscross Pattaya 2 Rd.— a one-way roadfrom south to north between pointers5 and 4 — and Pattaya 3 Rd.
ATTRACTIONS IN ANDNEAR PATTAYA
Family attractions in Pattaya'sresidential hinterland east of theSukhumwit Highway (H3) are mosteasily reached by taking H3240 fromnear KM142, or from along a roadsignposted to the Siam Country Clubwhich goes east from the Sukhumwit
POINTER TWO
The traffic circle joiningNorth Pattaya (Pattaya Nua)Rd., Beach Rd.(Pattaya 1),Pattaya Road 2, and the roadto Naklua.
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The junction of CentralPattaya Rd and theSukhumwit Highway (H3),near KM146
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The intersection ofCentral Pattaya Rd. andPattaya 2 Rd.
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Before going to any of theseattractions, be sure to contact ourPattaya Office to take advantage of anydiscounts available to Budgetcustomers (regular entry prices from200 to 500 baht per adult according toattraction).
A. The Sanctuary of Truth — artobjects in a fantastic eleven storey 'ThreeHeaded Elephant Art Museum' (08:00-17:00/20:00 according to season daily) and'special dolphin show' at 09:00, 11:00,13:00, 15:00. The Sanctuary of Truth hasbeen built by the same organisation thatcreated the Ancient City — muangboran— a must see attraction nearBangkok (see section 2)
B. Million Years Stone Park — a 40acre landscaped park with a botanicalgarden, fossilized plants, rare animals anda crocodile farm (09:00-18:00 hrs)
C. Mini Siam - Famous places ofThailand and the world at one twenty-fifth scale, as well as go-karting (07:00-22:00 hrs. Tel: (0) 3842 1628)
D. Ripley’s Believe it or Not — Curiosand illusions from the masters of make-believe in the Royal Garden PlazaShopping Mall between Beach andPattaya 2 Roads
E. Wannasin Farm — demonstrationsof traditional Thai culture and lifestylesinclude a floating market (09:00-18:00closed Tuesdays)
F. Phanarak Park — a quiet resortwith gardens and fish ponds ideal fortranquil retreat
G. Pattaya Elephant Village —Elephant riding
H. Pattaya Park Tower — an expresslift takes you to a high viewing platformoffering stunning views followed by adescent by gondola or harness downcableways (Tel: (0) 3825 1201-8.
I. Horseshoe Point & ThreeKingdoms Theme Park — a resort andcountry club with horse riding facilitiesand a mausoleum park honouring theChinese heritage of businessman KiartiSrifuengfung.
Sports Near PattayaInternational class motor racing can
be enjoyed as a spectator sport at theBira Circuit (J. H36 KM12 off thewestbound lane), but for hands onexperience, two go kart circuits arefound along Thep Prasit Road (West ofSukhumwit Rd at the lights near KM148).One of these, Pattaya Kart (K) also offersBungee Jumping and Paintball). Horseriding can be enjoyed at HorseshoePoint (I).
Adventurewater sportsi n c l u d eLakeland WaterCable Ski (L)and the BlueLagoon WaterSports Club(M Wind andKitesurf - turnwest off Su-khumwit Rdbetween KM155and 156). Forthe PattayaShooting Clubturn east (in-land) from theS u k h u m w i tRoad betweenKM153&154.
Golf CoursesPattaya is
p e r f e c t l ylocated to takeadvantage ofthe many Golfand CountryClubs beweenChonburi andRayong. Clubswelcome non-members andhave equipmentfor hire, but it is recommended thatyou call first to book your round andaccommodation if so desired. Signs onthe nearest turn-off from a mainhighway usually point out the routealong minor side roads to the courseitself.
Golf Clubs Around Pattaya
Pattaya Country Club, H331 KM107Tel: (0) 3842 3718-9, BKK (0) 2541 4994-7Phoenix Golf & Country ClubH3 KM158 Tel: (0) 3823 9391-6,Fax: (0) 3823 9402Siam Country Club Golf CourseH3 KM145 Tel: (0) 3824 9381-6,Fax: (0) 3824 9387, BKK (0) 2215 3334
South of PattayaHat Chomthian is the first of several
beaches between inlets fed by smallrivers that together follow the coastlinein a lazy arc southwards to Sattahip.Fishing villages along the 18 kilometrebay have become prime locations forseafood restaurants. These are found atBan Amphoe (H3 KM158 west turn) and
Ban Sarae (H3 KM164 west turn).Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, a
resort with restaurants, a mini zoo,culture hall and handicraft centre,children’s playground and elephants(showtimes 10:15, 15:00 and 15:45) islocated inland down a side-road eastfrom the Sukhumwit Highway atKM.163
Wat Yang Sang Wararam and KhaoChee Chan
A road inland from near KM161goes to Wat Yang Sang Wararam. Aroyal temple of the first class, Wat Yanghas large grounds containing a hill-topmondop with a Buddha footprint(Khao Din), a large chedi and severalinternational pavilions. The ViharaSien, a Chinese-style vihara whichhouses Tang dynasty bronzes, and theKhao Chee Chan Budda image, a 130metre tall image carved into a rockface,are found a short distance fromWat Yang.
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places to visit despite the industrialdevelopment along the coastlinearound Laem Chabang. Heavy trafficmay be expected on the coastalSukhumwit Road (H3).
If you wish to make a fast journeyto or from Bangkok, H7 and H34(elevated tollway) or the BangkokChonburi Motorway (H7) are the bestroutes to take. H3 itself follows itsoriginal coastal route towards Bangkokand is of limited interest apart from theprime near-Bangkok attractions of theAncient City (muang boran) and theCrocodile Farm in Samut PrakanProvince.
POINTER SEVEN
The junction of H36 and theSukhumwit Highway at KM 137. H36is a convenient cross country route thatskirts the industrial areas aroundRayong and is the fastest way to BanPhe (section 3), Chantaburi (section 4and Trat (section 5). It is also the bestroute to the faster inland route northto Bangkok on H7.
POINTER EIGHT
H 7 terminates at looped T junctionwith H36 near KM6. H7 leads to theBangkok-Chonburi Motorway (toll-road), or via a spur of H3 to H34 andthe 50 kilometre long elevated tollwayabove H34. If using H34 to approachBangkok, expect traffic queues at BangNa near the the start of the expresswaysystem. H7 is likely to be the fasterroute into Central Bangkok inconditions of heavy traffic. It is also abetter route to take for the airport.(Distances are one-way from Pointer 1)
Si Racha and Si Chang Island(Ko Si Chang) 25kms
Drive north from Pointer 1 on H3until you reach Si Racha at KM119,where you turn west. Passenger ferriesdepart hourly from the pier near Soi14 on a pleasant 45 minute trip to thehistorical island of Si Chang. Once youhave landed on the island, motorcycle
taxis can be hired from the fishing portto see a Chinese temple and the ruinsof a palace abandoned when theFrench occupied the island in 1893.The last ferry from the island returnsto the mainland at 17:00 hrs.
Si Racha Tiger & Khao Kheow OpenZoo 45 kms
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travelling northbound, turn onto thefrontage road north of KM23 and thenturn left at the bridge. Make a U-turnat the first possible convenience tocome back over the bridge and driveeast approximately 2 kms to theentrance to the Si Racha Tiger Zoo(08:30-18:00 hrs shows hourly Tel: (0)3829 6556-8). A visit to the Tiger Zoofits well with a visit to the larger KhaoKheow Open Zoo, the best of the
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zoological attractions inChonburi Province. KhaoKheow Zoo has over 300species in a 2000 acredrive-through park (Hrs.07:30-18:00. Tel: (0)3829 8188. Map avai-lable at zoo office) .
To go to Khao Kheow,you must similarly turnleft and then double backover the bridge if travel-ling northbound on H7 atKM14 or at KM10. Thelatter road (H3144) alsoleads past the SaithipButterfly Garden (08:30-17:00 hrs. Tel: (0) 38298330) and the small ChanTa Ten Falls.
Bang Saen, Khao SamMuk & Ang Sila 50kmsBang Saen is 39kms northfrom Pointer 1 on H3.Before the turn off (atKM104 signposted Bura-pha University and BangSaen Beach), the roadpasses through NongMon Market, a marketselling dried seafoodproducts which are popu-lar with Thais returning
to Bangkok.The Institute of Marine Science (hrs
08:30-16:30 closed Mondays) has alarge aquarium open to the public. Itis found on the south (left) side of theroad heading west towards Bang SaenBeach. Wat Saen Suk, on a lane runningeast from the inland road (H3137)running parallel to the beach roadalong Bang Saen, contains Buddhistsculptures fashioned in a Chinesetheme-park style.
Seafood restaurants ring Khao SamMuk, a promontory inhabited bymonkeys. Oyster beds and restaurantsline Sila beach to the north. Apart froma large Chinese temple by the highway,Ang Sila is famed for its stone carvingsand has an interesting highstreet(one-way street off H3144 from wherethe highway turns sharply inland).
Muang Boran 105 kmsLocated at KM33 (from Bangkok)
on the Sukhumwit Highway, MuangBoran is a historical park quite unlikeanything else in the kingdom (Hrs.08:00; last entry 17:00, closes 18:00).The 320 acre drive through parkcontains over 100 monuments rangingfrom life-sized or reduced replicas toreconstructed originals of Thailand’shistorical buildings. Bilingual expla-nations are given at all points in thisunmatched attraction.
If travelling along this section ofH3 from Bangkok, the extraordinaryErawan shrine at KM22, the CrocodileFarm (Turning at KM29.) and WatAsokaram (turning at KM31) areadditional points of interest.
GOLF COURSES NORTH IN THECHON-BURI - PATTAYA AREA
Bangpra International Golf ClubH3144 KM10 Tel: (0) 3834 1149-50,Fax: (0) 3834 1151Rsvn BKK (0) 2285 0670-2,Burapha Golf Club H7 KM31 H7 KM31Tel: (0) 3834 5151-2, Fax: (0) 3834 5153Chonburi Century Country ClubH331 KM72 Tel: (0) 1905 7697, (0) 1304 1545Khao Kheow Country ClubH7 KM14 Tel: (0) 3829 8224-6,Fax: (0) 3829 8226Laem Chabang International Country ClubH7 KM31 Tel: (0) 3837 2273,Fax: (0) 3837 2275Natural Park Hill Resort Country ClubH3144 KM7 Tel: (0) 3839 3001-8,Fax: (0) 3839 3019 BKK (0) 2914 1930-6Natural Park Resort Country ClubH3 KM109 Tel: (0) 3834 9370-81,Fax: (0) 3834 9365Noble Place Golf Resort & Country ClubH33 KM 71 Tel: (0) 1484 9069,Fax: (0) 1212 9327 BKK (0) 2231 5859-60Sriracha International Golf ClubH3241 KM12 Tel: (0) 3833 8375-8,Fax: (0) 3833 8379Treasure Hill Golf & Country ClubH331 KM76 Tel: (0) 3842 0766BKK Tel: (0) 2295 0856-7
GOLF COURSES BETWEENCHONBURI & BANGKOKBang Pakong Riverside Country ClubH314 KM8 Tel: (0) 3851 3523,Fax: (0) 3851 3526Bangpoo Country Club H3 KM37Tel: (0) 2324 0320-9, Fax: (0) 2324 0330,Rsvn: (0) 2324 0320-9Green Valley Country Club H34 KM19Tel: (0) 2312 5883-9, Fax: (0) 2312 5890Kiarti Thanee Country Club H34 KM30Tel: (0) 2707 1700-9, Fax (0) 2707 1710-1Rsvn: (0) 2707 1700 Ext. 201Lakewood Country Club H34 KM18Tel: (0) 2312 6278-86,Fax: (0) 2321 6270 Rsvn: (0) 2312 6276-77Muang Kaew Golf Course H34 KM7Tel: (0) 2316 3918-21, Fax: (0) 2316 3922Royal Golf & Country Club H7 KM21Tel: (0) 2738 0133-7, Fax: (0) 2738 0138Royal Lakeside Golf Club H3 KM51Tel: (0) 3857 3275-9, Fax: (0) 3857 3281Subhaphruek Golf Course H34 KM26Tel: (0) 2317-0801-4, Fax: (0) 2317 0805Thai Country Club H3 KM35Tel: (0) 3857 0234-46, Fax: (0) 3857 0225,BKK Tel: (0) 2651 5300-6Thana City H34 KM14Tel: (0) 2336 1968-78 Ext 543,Fax: (0) 2336 1979The Vintage Club H34 KM27Tel: (0) 2707 3820-6, Fax: (0) 2707 3829Windmill Park Country Club H34 KM10Tel: (0) 2316 9591, Fax: (0) 316 8256
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Rayong City has some old temples andgood seafood restaurants on LaemCharoen (south turn in the middle ofRayong City at KM220 — see map 9;selected accommodation is listed belowand on the maps), it is better to avoidthis industrialised area. This sectioncovers the coast east of Laem Ya, whereresorts take advantage of unspoiledbeaches east to Laem Mae Phim.
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Turn south here for H3140 to BanPhe and Ko Samet and the coastal routeH3145 east to Laem Mae Phim.
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H344 is the fastest route toBangkok from all points east of Klaeng
ACCOMMODATION
Sattahip to Rayong• P.M.Y Beach Resort. 147/394 Mu 2 Beach
Rd., Rayong 2100 Tel: (0) 3861 4855,Fax: (0) 3861 4887 $$ (Hat SaengChan — Saeng Chan Beach)
• Rayong City Hotel. 11 Ratbamrung Rd.Soi 4 Noenpra, Rayong 21000. Tel: (0)3861 6838-9, Fax: (0) 3861 3497 $
• Purimas Beach Resort. 34 Mu 4 Phayun-Namrin Rd., Ban Chang, Rayong 21130.Tel: (0) 3863 0382-90, Fax: (0) 38630380. $$-$$$ (Hat Phayun —Phayun Beach)
• Star Hotel. 109 Rayong Trade Centre,Rayong 21000 Tel: (0) 3861 4901-7,Fax: 3861 4608 $-$$$
Ban Phe & Ko Samet.Turn south at Pointer 9 to go to themarket centre of Ban Phe, a fishing portwith an attractive narrow high street(one-way traffic east to west) lined withshops in wooden buildings.
Mu Ko Samet Laem Ya NationalPark offers a nature trail near the parkHQ on the mainland, but the main
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Ban Phe Cabana $$-$$$ Tel: (0) 3864 8488-90Kaeng Samed Hotel $$-$$$ Tel: (0) 3872 2857Pakarang Resort $-$$$ Tel: (0) 3864 8412Rungnapha Lodge $$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3864 8297-8Hinsuai Namsai Resort $$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3863 8035-6
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interest is the island of Ko Samet, anisland famous for its sandy beaches,which are mainly found on the eastside of the island.
Many places to stay are found onHat Sai Kaeo (White Sands Beach) andAo Wong Duan (Wong Duan Bay).More secluded resorts are hidden inthe coves between these main beaches.Transport is by boat except for a fewlocal pick-ups which ply the island’sunsealed tracks.
Piers serving Ko Samet are locatedon the eastern edge of Ban Phe. Thesepiers have safe overnight parking andcan reserve accommodation, arranging
boat transport directlyto the beach you planto stay on. Advancebooking may not benecessary during theweek, but the island getscrowded at weekendsduring the peak season.
ACCOMMODATION
Samet Island• Ao Phrao Resort (Ao
Phrao) 292 Mu 2, Phe,Rayong 21160 Tel: (0)3865 1134-5, Fax: (0)38651952 $$-$$$$
• Sai Kaew Beach Resort(Hat Sai Kaew) KoSamet, Phe, Rayong21160. Tel: (0) 12390208 $-$$
• Samed Villa (Ao Phai) 89Mu 4, Phe, Rayong21160. Tel: (0) 14948090, (0) 1239 0223,Fax: (0) 1239 0203 $
• Tubtim Bungalows (AoTubtim) Ko Samet, Phe,Rayong 21160 Tel: (0)1218 6425, BKK (0)2729 3144 $-$$
• Vong Duen Resort, 22 Mu4, Phe, Rayong 21160.Tel: (0) 3865 2408, (0)
3865 1777, Fax: (0) 3865 1741 $-$$• Saeng Tien, 88 Mu 4 Lo Samet, Phe,
Rayong 21160. Tel: (0) 3865 1223, Tel:(0) 3865 1223 $
• Samed Ville (Villa) Ao Wai, Ko Samet,Phe, Rayong 21160. Tel: (0) 3865 1681-2, Fax: (0) 3865 1681 $-$$$
H3145 & H3161 Ban Phe - LaemMae Phim & Klaeng 40kms
H3145 is a pleasant route linkingseveral resorts that take advantage ofthe long sandy beaches between LaemYa and Laem Mae Phim. Numerousseafood restaurants are located at LaemMae Phim.
H3161 goes to Klaeng from LaemMae Phim, skirting a flat landscape tothe east consisting of villages, prawnfarms and mangrove swamp typical ofriver estuaries on this coast. The roadpasses a park celebrating Thailand’sclassical 19th century poet, SunthornPhu, 3 kms north of Laem Mae Phim.A side road next to the park givesaccess to the estuary to the east.
ACCOMMODATION
Laem Ya-Laem Mae Phim• Rayong Resort. 186 Mu 1, Phe, Rayong
21160. Tel: (0) 3865 1000-6, Fax: (0)3865 1007 $$$-$$$$
• Rayong Chalet 4/32 Mu 3, Chak Pong,Klaeng, Rayong 21190. Tel: (0) 38648287-8. Fax: (0) 3864 8289, BKK (0)2260 3590 $$-$$$
• Novotel Rim Pae Resort. 4/5 Mu 3, ChakPong, Klaeng, Rayong 21190. Tel: (0)3864 8008-12, Fax: (0) 3864 8002, BKKRsvn: (0) 2237 1308 $$$-$$$$
• Vang Kaew, 214 Mu 2, Chak Pong,Klaeng, Rayong 21190. Tel: (0) 38638067, Fax: (0) 3863 8068. BKK Rsvn:(0) 2259 4150-1 $-$$$
• Palmeraie. 177 Mu 1, Chak Pong, Klaeng,Rayong 21190. Tel: (0) 3863 8071-2,Fax: (0) 3863 8073, BKK Rsvn: (0) 22131162. $$-$$$
GOLF COURSES IN THE SATTAHIP-RAYONG AREA
Eastern Star Resort & Country ClubH3 KM193 Tel: (0) 3863 0410-7,Fax: (0) 3863 0418Great Lake Golf & Country ClubH3376 KM9 Tel: (0) 3862 2630,(0) 1218 6913, (0) 1218 7620Phutaluang Royal Thai Navy GolfCourse H3 KM182 Tel: (0) 3870 1843Rayong Century Golf & CountryClub H3 KM197Tel & Fax: (0) 3860 2889Rayong Green Valley & St Andrews2000 H3376 KM14Tel & Fax: (0) 3889 3838-46
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highest of the peaks, Soi Dao Nua(1605m), lies to the north ofChantaburi's provincial capital.Waterfalls tumble off the jungle cladheights, the prominence of whichcreates large amounts of rainfall andhas helped the area become the fruitbasket of Bangkok. A fruit festivalcelebrates this fact in the harvest seasonat the beginning of May.
Attractions include Chantaburi City,the waterfalls in national parks andseveral beaches where seafoodrestaurants are numerous.
If you plan to visit the waterfalls,it is as well to note that they are lesscrowded during weekdays and at theirbest as the rainy season progresses.Reaching the different levels mayinvolve sweaty climbs through moist
evergreen jungle up sometimes slippery paths. Takeswimming gear to enjoy the cool pools.
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H3 turns sharply south at KM333. H317 goes northto Sa Kaeo.
Khao Chamao- Khao Wong National Park(H3 KM275 north turn onto H3377 — 16kms.)
A two kilometre nature trail links the eight levels of theKhao Chamao Falls. Khao Wong (H3 KM28612 kms north on H3433) is a modest sized limestonekarst with a succession of small, pungent cavesinhabited by bats. It is possible to drive directly fromKhao Chamao to Khao Wong using dirt roads (4WD)to the north or south of the mountain. This drive thatwill be of interest as much for the rural scenery youpass through as for the destination.
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Chantaburi via Tha Mai District.26kms to Chao Lao on H3399) Thelow hills, headlands and the bay of AoKhung Kratiane combine to createsome pleasant coastline, the best ofwhich is found on the extensive sandybeaches between Laem Sadet andChao Lao.
Chao Lao is a Thai style beachresort consisting of numerous smallrestaurants serving excellent seafood.Bungalow resorts are found at backand little else. A new bridge across theriver estaury makes possible a circulartrip via Tha Mai. Laem Singh to thesouth-east is entirely devoted to prawnfarming except for one small beach(see map)
ACCOMMODATION
(Chao Lao & Laem Sadet)• Hat Sai Thong Resort, 99 Mu 6 Khlong
Khut, Tha Mai, Chantaburi 22120.Tel: (0) 3936 9123-6 BKK Rsvn: (0) 22549797 Ext. 369 $$-$$$
• Chaolao Sawasdee Resort, Khlong Khut,Thai Mai, Chantaburi 22120. Tel: (0)3936 9308-9, (0) 1664 7193 $$
• Maldives Beach Resort, Laem SadetBeach, 4 Khlong Khut, Tha Mai,Chantaburi 22120. Tel: (0) 3936 9100-3, Fax: (0) 3936 9104. $$-$$$
Wat Khao Sukim & Krathing Falls(Take H3322 north form H3 at
either KM306 or from pointer 11—25 kms round route. Krathing Fallsmay be roach from H3322 or directfrom H3 at KM324 on H3249(signposted Khao Khitchakut)—22kms) A meditation centre lies atthe heart of Wat Khao Sukim, but themain attraction for visitors is a vast fourstorey building containing an extraor-dinary array of artefacts donated to thetemple. Krathing Falls in KhaoKhitchakut National Park has thirteenlevels accessible from a steep 500 metre
path (see accom-modation inlandsection 5).
Noen WongFortress
(H3146 approx.4 kms from Chan-taburi) The bastionwas built on a bluffsouth-west of Chan-taburi City in 1843 asa defence againstthe Vietnamese.Ramparts for 39cannon enclose 270rai of land uponwhich stands WatYotanimittara and asmall museum ofunderwater archeo-logical exploration.
Chantaburi(South turn at
Pointer 11. 6kms.)Chantaburi lies closeto saphire and ruby mining regionsfound in the mountains to the north-east. Deposits near Bo Rai are largelyexhausted, but stones come from Phailinin Cambodia and elsewhere. Thedowntown gem trading area along SiChan Road throngs with traders onFridays and Saturdays.
Chantaburi was dominated by theKhmer from Angkor in the 14thcentury, and repeatedly invaded fromCambodia in the 16th century. In 1767Phraya Taksin occupied the city afterthe Burmese destruction of the Siamesecapital at Ayutthaya. From Chantaburihe began the campaign that was toforce the Burmese out of Siam andsecure the polity that evolved intomodern Thailand.
From the 18th century Chantaburiprovided a haven for Christians fleeing
persecution in Vietnam,and later the cityattracted many overseasChinese. The CatholicCathedral was com-pleted in 1909. It can bereached by footbridgeacross the river fromRim Nam Street, acharming narrow streetbest for walking andsampling the city’sChinese-Vietnamese ricenoodles. Chantaburi’snight market is also
within close walking distance.To the south-west of the city, Noen
Wong Fortress was built in 1843 todefend the increasingly wealthy area,but it had no chance of preventing theFrench from occupying Chantaburi andTrat provinces in 1893 as part of theircolonial expansion west of the RiverMekong in Cambodia and Laos. TheFrench left in 1907 when Siam finallyceded Battambang, Siem Reap andSisophon provinces to FrenchIndochina.
With the Fall of the France in 1940,Thai forces retook the lost provinces,though they suffered a naval defeat atKo Chang (there is a memorial nearLaem Ngop). In 1947, the provinceswere restored to the French.
ACCOMMODATION
In Chabtaburi City• Caribou Highland Hotel. 14 Cha-
wanautid Rd., Wat Mai, Chantaburi,22000. Tel: (0) 3932 3431-55,Fax: (0) 3932 1584. $$-$$$$
• Eastern Hotel. 899 Thachalaeb Rd,Chantaburi 22000. Tel: (0) 3931 2218-20, Fax: (0) 3931 1985. $-$$
• KP Grand Hotel. 35/200-201 Trirat Rd.Chantanimit, Chantaburi 22000. Tel: (0)39 32 3201-13, Fax: (0) 3934 4123 $
• Maneechan Resort. 14 Raksakcha-moonRd., Tha Chang, Chantaburi 22000.Tel: (0) 3934 3777-8, Fax: (0) 3934 4123$$$
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Dao mountain and a scenic back-country route to Trat, or you can followHighway 3 to Trat directly. The high-light of this part of the coast is KoChang, which is reached by driving toLaem Ngop and then taking a car ferry.
POINTER THIRTEEN
H3156 to Laem Ngop (for KoChang) goes south from Ban SaengTung at KM379. Near KM378, H3157to Bo Rai leads to a pretty inland routeto the Khiritan Dam, joining H317 atKM19.
POINTER FOURTEEN
H3 KM399. East turn on H318 forthe route to Khlong Yai and an inlandroute to Bo Rai using H317. H3terminates in Trat, becoming H3148 toLaem Ngop.
Khao Soi Dao & Back CountryRoutes East
Highway 317 north from pointer12 gives access to the county aroundSoi Dao Mountain. The first inlandroute east takes H3277 to the south-east from Makham (H317 KM.7 eastturn. 26kms to Khlung), passing theTrok Nong Falls. More spectacularscenery can be enjoyed on H3299,which runs east from H317 near KM19and passes the Khiritan Dam and joinsH3157 near KM27 after 44kms.
ACCOMMODATION
Inland• Eng Dao Hill Resort (H317 KM36 west
turn) 229/Mu 1 Tabsai, Pong Nam Ron,Chantaburi 22140. Tel: (0) 3936 0258-60. $$ Also organises rafting trips(max. 8 persons 2500 Bt.) $$
• Krathing Country Resort (H3249 KM20)21/7 Mu 5 Phlung, Khao Khitchakutsub-district, Chantaburi 22210. Tel: (0)3945 2453-6. BKK Rsvn. Tel & Fax: (0)2259 8121-3 $$
Golf near Soi Dao
Soi Dao Highland Hotel & Golf Club(H317 KM.43). 153 Mu 2 Tabsai,
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Pong Nam Ron, Chan-taburi 22140.Tel & Fax:(0) 3938 7123. Tel: (0)3932 2831-2, Fax: (0)3932 1483 $$
Laem Singh Port &Beach
(25 kms return toH3). Turn south-west atKM345 onto H3348,drive for 3kms and turnleft just before a sharpright hand bend nearKM.3 — follow signsfor 'Dolphin' to go tothe Oasis Sea WorldDolphinarium andButterfly Farm — Onehour shows start 09:00,11:00, 13:00, 15:00,17:00 Tel: (0) 39363238-9. H3149 south-west form H3 at KM.348 provides an un-complicated directroute to Laem Singhavoiding the dolphi-narium.
Seafood restaurantsline the beach near themouth of the estuary.The French occupationis marked in Laem Singby an old customshouse (tuk daeng) anda second small, lop-sided tower that servedas a jail in which Thai prisoners werekept beneath the mesh floor of achicken coop (khuk khi kai). Thecoastline between Laem Singh and themangroves of Khlung to the south-eastis dominated by prawn-farming.
Namtok Phliu & Khlung(KM346 north turn — 1.7kms) In
1876, King Rama V (Chulalongkorn)built a chedi and the pyramid housingthe remains of his beloved QueenSunantha, who drowned in a boatingaccident at Bang Pa-In two years afterthey had visited the falls. A one-kilometre nature trail goes round andabove the falls.
Note the Chinese (Wat Mangkol
Buppharam) on Highway 3 near theside-road to the falls. The road towardsthe sea at the main lights in Khlung(near KM356) terminates at jetties andsome good seafood restaurants.
Laem Ngop and Ko Chang IslandLaem Ngop fishing port is the
starting point for passenger ferries toKo Chang and the smaller isalnds tothe south. A nearby memorial museumcommemorates a naval battle betweenthe Thai and French in which two Thaivessels were sunk in 1941. Three carferry services serving Ko Chang operatefrom landings west of Laem Ngop.
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Kai Bae Hut Resort $- $$Tel: (0) 1862 8426
Seaview Resort $$Tel: (0) 1830 7529
Siam Bay Resort $-$$ Tel: (0) 1859 5529
Nature Beach Resort $Tel: (0) 1803 8933
Ko Chang Boat Chalet $$-$$$Tel: (0) 2618 7400
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White Sand Beach Res.$-$$ Tel: (0) 1863 7737www.whitesandbeachresort.com
Ko Chang Lagoon Resort$$ Tel: (0) 1863 1530www.kohchanglagoon.com
Best Garden Resort$-$$$ Tel: (0) 1374 0944www.bestgardenresort.com
Ko Chang Grand View Resort$-$$$ Tel: (0) 1219 1542
Plaloma Cliff Resort$$ Tel: (0) 1949 2902www.plalomacliff.com
Coconut Beach Bungalows$ Tel: (0) 1904 7971
Chang Park Resort$$ Tel: (0) 1853 2572www.changparkresort.com
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Centre Point Ferry (H3156 KM4) Ferries 07:00-17:30 from mainland, 08:00-18:30 from Ko Chang (off-season schedule) — Tel: (0) 3953 8196. 100 Bt./car & driver. Approx 45min
Ferry Ko Chang (H3156 KM10) Tel: (0) 3959 7143 150 Bt./car & driver. Approx 25min
Ko Chang Ferry (Near Maritime Museum) Tel: (0) 3953 8318 250 bt./car & driver. Approx 50min.
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Ko ChangKo Chang is the largest of more than40 islands that form an archipelagowhich became the Mu Ko ChangMarine National Park. Due togovernment intentions to make it aprime tourist destination, the island isundergoing rapid change.
Ko Chang's jungle clad ridgereaches over 700m in height and runsthe length of the island. A U shapedtwo-lane concrete road ( Be careful onthe very steep z bends to the south ofBan Khlong Son!) is being extendedand will be fully sealed from Ban RongThan and Ban Salak Phet round thenorthern head of the island down andaround to just east of Ban Bang Bao.The loop may be completed with afinal extension that will only be for useby mountain bicycles.
Three superb beaches are locatedon the west coast — Sai Khao, KhlongPhrao and Kai Bae. Than Mayom andKhlong Phlu Falls offer inlandattractions (park fees are collected) ,and there are some minor falls aroundAo Salak Phet. Ban Bang Bao and BanRong Than have good seafoodrestaurants in scenic locations.
Resorts are being developed
throughout the length of the west coastand inexpensive huts are still availablein keeping with the islands reputationas a haven for young travellers. Increa-singly, however, mid to up-marketresorts are occupying prime sites alongthe main beaches. Between these threemain beaches, rocky beach is common,especially at low tide.
ACCOMMODATION
Ko Chang• Aiyapura, 29 Mu 3, Ko Chang, Trat 23120.
Tel: (0) 3952 1656-60, Fax: (0) 39521656. Bkk Off. (0) 22862 1611<www.aiyapura.com>.
• Ban Pu Ko Chang, Hat Sai Khao,Tel: (0) 1942 2964, (0) 3954 2355 $$-$$$$
• Khlong Phrao Resort 21/1 Mu 4Ko Chang, Trat 23120. Tel: (0) 18300126, Laem Ngop Off: Tel: (0) 39597216, Fax: (0) 3959 7106 <www.klongpraoresort.com>
Trat to Khlong Yai & Hat Lek(89 kms from Pointer 14)
Wat Buppharam to the west of theprovincial capital town of Trat is themain point of interest apart from thefresh market at the centre of town. TheBan Pu Resort, which has an unusual
location over man-grove forest and arestaurant with alocal reputation, isthe best accom-modation nearby.
The drive toKhlong Yai andHat Lek is fast,passing sandybeaches extendingfrom Laem Klad toKhlong Yai. Vir-tually any sideroad can get youto nearly desertedbeaches. How-ever, due to theirlocation in thebight formed byLaem Sok and thearchipelago, thebeaches are not asattractive as thoseon the islands. Thebest beach isfound at HatChuen (south turneither at KM.57 orKM59). Accom-modation is found
at Hat Muk Kaew (KM41) and alongthe old road between the sea and H318around KM67 to the north-west ofKhlong Yai District.
Apart from quiet coastal back-waters and rural hinterland, H318passes a small but unusual memorialmuseum at the site of a former refugeecamp at Khao Lan Ratchakarun(KM48). Khlong Yai (KM74) is a smalltown with wooden houses on streetsthat become increasingly narrow asthey approach the sea. A large fishingport is located a few kilometres to theeast at KM.80.
Hat Lek (KM89) is a border marketselling cheaper Russian, Chinese andVietnamese products as well as Frenchwines. To gamble at the Grand HotelCasino (Tel: (0) 3954 4383-5) just acrossthe border from Hat Lek, you will needa visa from the Cambodian Embassyin Bangkok (185 Ratchadamri Rd. Tel:(0) 2254 6630, Fax: (0) 2253 9859). Youmust leave your Budget Car on the Thaiside.
ACCOMMODATION
• Ban Pu Resort & Suan Pu Restaurant. - 199 Mu 1, Tambol NongKhan Song, Trat 23120. Tel: (0) 39542355, (0) 3951 2400, Fax: (0) 3954 2359(Turn left at KM.6 on H3148.Restaurant Hrs. 10:00-22:00) Set in aman-grove forest with a recommendedrestaurant.
• Hat Muk Kaew Resort. $$$. H318KM41. Pleasant isolated setting bybeach. Tel: (0) 3951 1777, (0) 12113358. Bangkok: (0) 2559 3247-8, Fax:(0) 2530 7226.
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INSTRUCTIONS
o help you find your way through an unfamiliar landscape, the route isdivided into sections. Suggested routes are marked on the maps and
numbered pointers listed in sequence in the likely direction of travel.T
Kilometre references are noted intwo ways:
H3 KM13 = Kilometre stone 13 is thenearest kilometre marker onHighway 3 (Sukhumwit Highway).
(west turn — 3kms) If you are travel-ling north, this means you shouldturn left and drive 3kms to theindicated destination.
Fill up with petrol ! Before enteringback country roads, make sure you haveenough fuel. In deep country areas,filling stations are reduced to hand-pumps from barrels, which is incon-venient and more expensive.
Broken up and buckled roadsurface may sometimes be encounteredalong highways, but this is usually rareon main highways unless there is roadconstruction. Always be very carefuldriving through areas where there isroad construction, especially if you aredriving at night (we recommend youavoid driving at night in Thailand).Damaged road surface is commonlyfound on tertiary sealed roads in ruralareas. Avoid driving faster than 60kphon such roads and be ready to slowdown frequently.
4 WD Only! If you are driving avehicle that does not have four-wheeldrive, please do not enter roadsindicated as suitable for 4WD if drivingan ordinary sedan (it is not usuallynecessary to engage 4WD on most dirtroad).
Dirt roads are common in borderareas and the mountains, and importantunsealed routes are regularlymaintained. We recommend that youavoid dirt roads, in particular remoteones, as you will be responsible foranything that happens to vehicles offregularly maintained and pavedroadways. Should you go on a dirt road,however, please drive slowly to avoidmechanical problems and to keep thedust down, especially when passingpeople and driving through villages.
Remember to always take drinkingwater — allow for emergencies. A torchcan be useful as well as an umbrella orwarm clothing, depending on seasonand location.
Defensive driving. Be wary ofoncoming traffic when approaching thebrow of a hill or a blind corner, and beespecially vigilant for vehicles entering
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Help us get it right! If you havesuggestions or find serious errors in thisguide, please advise our staff.
Music while you drive. Before youset out, take advantage of low pricesfor audio tapes in Thailand and stockup with some new tunes, or play aroundwith the FM radio to see what you canpick up.
INFORMATION
This guide is designed tocomplement regular guide-books. Theoffices of the Tourism Authority ofThailand (TAT — locations on the maps)at Pattaya (Tel: (0) 3842 7667 or (0)3842 8750, Fax: (0) 3842 9113. E-mail:[email protected]), at Tapong(H3 KM230+200m) near Rayong (Tel:(0) 3865 5420-1 Fax: (0) 3865 5422) andat Laem Ngop (Tel: (0) 3959 7259-60,Fax: (0) 3959 7255) can also provideuseful information and brochures.
ACCOMMODATION
Selected accommodation suggestsa range of places that stand out forambience, but many other places onthe map listings can be just as nice. Westrongly advise pre-booking accom-modation in the high season and duringfestivals.
Accommodation near the beach ischarged at a premium in Thailand, soeven 'cheap' rooms can cost between10 and 20 dollars per night, which canbe more than double the inlandequivalent.
Travel with enough cash to get youto the next ATM machine, which areusually found at banks in main districttowns (amphoe). Credit cards can beused at large gas stations and most mainresorts/hotels. Fuel prices are around15 Baht per litre (The baht/US dollarexchange rate is fluctuating around40-42 Baht=1US$)
Only indication prices for accom-modation are given, as rack rates changeaccording to the occupancy rate. Beprepared for an additional 17% ofgovernment taxes to be added onto ahotel bill. Walk-in rates are indicated asfollows: 6000 Baht up
3000-5999 Baht 1000-2999 Baht 0-999 Baht
NATIONAL PARKS
Foreigners are charged 200 Bht.(children 100 Bht.) entrance fee tonational parks in Thailand. If you canproduce a Thai driver’s license, you maybe charged at the rate for Thai people(20 Bht./adult 30 Bht./vehicle), but thisis uncertain. The entrance fee will allowyou to enter all sites in that park on thedate of purchase.
For reservations, please contact yourtravel consultant or call Budget:
In the U.K.: 0541 565-656, In the U.S.: (800) 527-0700In Germany: 01805 244-388, In Australia: 1-300 362-848
In Singapore: 532-4442, In Thailand: 1-800-BUDGET
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Budget WorldClass Drives
ROADS IN THAILAND
All main and most minor roads are sealed. Signs and reflective markerswarn of hazards on major highways, and sodium lighting illuminates majorintersections. Bilingual (English/Thai) road signs indicate destinations, high-way numbers and distances before and after intersections.
Kilometre stones show highway number and distance along the road on thefront face, and distances to destinations in the direction of travel on the side.The police and military set up road check-points on highways, especially atnight, but there are no security problems.
Please remember to drive on the left!Emergency Assistance 1-800-BUDGET, Bangkok Office (0) 2203 0250,
(0) 9896 4549, Hua Hin Office, (0) 3251 4220, (0) 9836 2755
HHighlights of the Drive
ua Hin is an excellent startingpoint for exploring the western
coastline of the Gulf of Thailand andthe Tennasserim range inland along theborder with Myanmar. From the coastalretreats of Prachuap Khiri Khan to thethe canals of Ratchaburi and the valleyof the river Khwae in Kanchanaburi,this drive offers great variety.
In addition to geographical variety,a variety which golfers in particular willbe able to enjoy at over twenty golfcourses, the territory is of significanthistorical interest. Remains fromprehistoric times to the Dvaravati andKhmer civilisations of the sixth toeleventh centuries may be seen atmonuments and in national museums.Royal Palaces give an idea of morerecent Thai history, and the memorialsto the Death Railway built in theSecond World War will leave a lastingimpression.
An easy one-day journey southfrom Hua Hin to Khao Sam Roi YotNational Park can be extended to anovernight visit to the provincial capitalof Prachuap Khiri Khan. Other placesto visit near Hua Hin are the historicalcity of Phetchaburi to the north andKaeng Krachan National Park inlandto the west.
A longer rural route leads toKanchanaburi Province, whichcontains historical monuments and awealth of national parks and wild-lifesanctuaries that protect the lastextensive wilderness in Thailand.
Though this drive focuses on HuaHin as a starting point, fully integratedmaps allow you to start and finish yourtour in Bangkok (ask for Budget’sAirport Routefinder Map to bedelivered with your car) or to continueyour journey south (pick up a copy ofBudget’s Bangkok-Phuket & SuratThani Route Map before you leave)along Thailand’s near endless beaches.
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KHAO SAM ROI YOTNATIONAL PARK
THUNG YAI NARESUANWILDLIFE RESERVE
KHAO LAEMNATIONAL PARK
CHALOEM RATTANAKOSINNATIONAL PARK
ERAWAN NATIONAL PARK
SI NAKHARINNATIONAL PARK
SAI YOKNATIONAL PARK
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Prices are same (700 Bt/hour or 500 Bt/hour) at all elephant camps with rides available 08:30-17:30
Palm Hills Resort & Country ClubTel: (0) 3252 0800-11 Fax: (0) 3252 0820Royal Hua Hin Golf CourseTel: (0) 3251 2475 Fax: (0) 3251 3038
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Pananchai Hotel $Tel: (0) 3251 1707 Fax: (0) 3253 0157Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa $$$Tel: (0) 3251 2888 Fax: (0) 3251 1135Bkk rsvn: (0) 2253 0123<www.huahin.hilton.com>Fresh Inn Hotel $Tel: (0) 3251 1389 Fax: (0) 3253 2166Ban-Boosarin Hotel $Tel: (0) 3251 2076Central Hua Hin Village $$$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3251 2021-38Fax: (0) 3251 1014Sirin Hotel $-$$Tel: (0) 3251 1150 Fax: (0) 3251 2045City Beach Resort $$Tel: (0) 3251 2870-5 Fax: (0) 3251 2448 E-mail: [email protected] Bkk rsvn: (0) 2319 1468-71
Puangpen Villa Hotel$-$$ Tel: (0) 3253 3785-6Fax: (0) 3251 1216Jed Pee Nong Hotel $-$$Tel: (0) 3251 2381Fax: (0) 3253 2063Hotel Sofitel CentralHua Hin $$$$ Tel: (0) 3251 2021-38Fax: (0) 3251 1014 Bkk rsvn: (0) 2541 1463<www.sofitel.com>Patchara House Hotel $Tel: (0) 3251 1787Hua Hin Grand Hotel &Plaza $$-$$$Tel: (0) 3251 3230-4Fax: (0) 3251 1765.Bkk rsvn: (0) 2254 7675
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HUA HINPRACHUAP KHIRI KHANSECTION 1 : 90 kms.
H ua Hin first developed as a fishingvillage between long sandy beaches
stretching for kilometres north and southof the small harbour. Shortly after therailway reached the town in 1922, thebeach to the north was chosen as the sitefor the ‘Klai Kangwon’ (meaning ‘far fromworries’) Royal Palace. Hua Hin thenbecame a genteel beach resort.
When the tourism boom of the 1980’scame, Cha-Am developed to the north,and high rises sprang up between the tworesorts. Hua Hin, however, has beenprotected and whatever the changes takingplace on land, the long beaches and tidalsand flats so perfect for walking at dawnor sunset have remained amongst the bestin the kingdom.
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Places to visit near Hua Hin1) Viewpoint and gardens of Khao
Hin Lek Fai, the hill overlooking HuaHin (4 kms).
2) Khao Takhiap, the point at thesouthern end of Hua Hin beach (6 kms)
3) Wat Itisukato and its Buddhisttheme park style of architecture (H3218north turn at either KM1+300m orKM2+700m)
4) The Marukathaiwan Palace (H4KM216-7 hrs 08:00-16:00 90 Bht.)
ACCOMMODATION
• Ban Duangkaew Resort $$ ([8]Around Hua Hin) Tel: (0) 3251 5307Fax: (0) 3251 5532 E-mail: [email protected]
• Hotel Sofitel Central Hua Hin & CentralHua Hin Village $ $$-$ $$$( & Hua Hin Downtown]Tel: (0) 3251 2021-38 Fax: (0) 32511014 Bkk Res: (0) 2541 1463<www. so f i t e l . com> E -ma i l :[email protected]
• Hua Hin Marriot Resort & Spa $$$-$$$$ ([3] Around Hua Hin) Tel:(0) 3251 1881 Fax: (0) 3251 2422<www.marriotthotels.com>
• Swan Ocean View $$ ([9] AroundHua Hin) Tel: (0) 3253 6330Fax: (0) 3251 3362 Bkk Res: (0)2225 3002-3
South to Khao Sam Roi Yot and PrachuapKhiri Khan
Unless you wish to relax at a beach alongthe route, the return journey (130 kms ifrounding the park) can be made comfortablywithin one day. An overnight stay isrecommended if you wish to continue toPrachuap Khiri Khan.
KM240. Suan Son Pradiphat (army) Beach(East turn 1 km. 10 Bht. till 18:00 hrs)
KM243 Khao Tao temple and beach onH3325 (East turn 1.5kms)
KM246 Milford Paradise Golf and the PranBuri Forest Park (Pointer 1. Turn east and thenturn left after crossing the railway.)
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Ao Noi Beach Resort $ Tel: (0) 3260 1350 Golden Beach Hotel $ Tel: (0) 3260 1626 Fax: (0) 3260 1222Had Thong Hotel $Tel: (0) 3260 1050-6 Fax: (0) 3260 1057
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Ao Noi
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Khao Sam Roi Yot National ParkThe 98 square km park is a contrast of flat wetlands
and jagged crags reaching over 600m in elevation. Attractionsinclude caves and the Thung Sam Roi Yot wetlands. Thefastest direct route to the park is to turn east at Pointer 2and then go south from pointer 3 (130kms if on the circularroute around the park).
KM25 Ban Pu (East turn — 4kms) and car park forboats to Laem Sala Beach. The Phraya Nakhon Cave is a430m climb from this beach. Kaeo Cave may be visited enroute (1.2 kms on dirt road left — do not enter without properlight as dangerous falls are possible — local guides withlanterns are usually available near the mouth of the cave)
KM20 Sai Cave (East turn — 3kms. Torch required)KM17 Hat San Phraya (East turn 500m)KM14 Wat Khao Daeng & boat trips (West turn — 500m)
and Horizon Adventure sea-canoe touring (East turn —600m)
KM13+500m. A 750m trail leads NW to a viewpoint (asteep climb almost qualifies as a scramble).
KM13 National Park HQ (Park accommodation mustbe booked in advance by calling the park at (0) 3260 3751or the RFD Parks Division in Bangkok
H4 (KM285—Pointer 4) For Thung Khao Sam Roi Yotwetlands, turn north onto H4 and then east on a cementlane 200m north of KM276 for the ranger station at thelotus swamp (9kms). Boats can be hired to see the birds,which are best in August and September when migratoryspecies arrive.
Prachuap Khiri KhanPrachuap Khiri Khan (90kms south of Hua Hin)
has a spectacular setting and a provincial atmospherewhich charms those seeking quiet corners ofThailand. You may visit Ao Manao, a private beachcontrolled by the Air Force, or climb to the top ofKhao Chang Krachok. Otherwise there is little to doexcept wait for the seafood stalls to open up alongthe promenade in the evening.
ACCOMMODATION
• The Evason Resort and Spa $$$-$$$$ ( [2]Around Pran Buri) Tel: (0) 3263 1463 Fax: (0)3263 1236 Bkk Res: (0) 2254 4775E-mail: [email protected]
• Dolphin Bay Resort. $$ ([2] Khao Sam Roi Yot)Tel: (0) 3255 9333 Fax: (0) 3255 9334<www.explorethailand.com>E-mail: [email protected]
www.budget.co.th
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he 2915 square kms of the Kaeng Krachan NationalPark straddle the Tennasserim mountains to the west
along the border with Myanmar. Two waterfalls may bevisited in the park.
The Pala U FallsFollow H3218 & H3219 to the Pala U Falls (60 kms —
walk the final 700m of unsealed track if not driving a 4WDvehicle. Entry 08:00-16:30. Allow a full day), a series of 15levels of cascades in a narrow valley filled with evergreenforest.
The Tho Thip FallsA 36kms dirt road leads to Ban Krang Camp at KM15, a
walk to Pran Buri Falls from KM18 (visitors must take a parkguide), Phanoenthong camp at KM30, and a car park at
KM36, from where the Tho Thip Falls are 4kms on foot.
Prior permission from the park HQ (H3432 KM29) mustbe obtained and only 4WD vehicles are allowed in (one-way access on dirt road: 05:00-10:00 & 14:30-15:00 up only;12:00-13:00 & 16:30-18:00 down only; no entry after 14:30— avoid visiting at weekends). Drive with caution as youwill be responsible for your vehicle on this road. Campingequipment can be hired at the Park HQ, but you must takefood, drinking water, torch, repellents, etc. (Call the ParkHQ for details. Tel (0) 3245 9293).
The park headquarters are most easily reached fromHua Hin by driving to KM12 on H3219 and then turningnorth on H3301 following Pointers 5,6 7 & 8.
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Imperial Lake View Hotel & GC
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Palm Hills Resort & CC
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Cha-Am Marina Resort $$Tel: (0) 3247 1851-6 Fax: (0) 3247 1858Bkk rsvn: (0) 2295 0856-7Springfield Beach Resort$$$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3245 1181-5Fax: (0) 3245 1194Bkk rsvn: (0) 2231 2244<www.springfieldResort.com>E-mail: [email protected] Garden Hotel $$Tel: (0) 3250 8234-9Fax: (0) 3250 8241Bkk rsvn: (0) 2237 2615-9The Regent Cha-Am Beach Resort$$$-$$$$ Regent Chalet$$$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3245 1240-9Fax: (0) 3247 1491-2Bkk rsvn: (0) 2255 2818<www.regent-chaam.com>E-mail: [email protected] Sands Hotel $$-$$$Tel: (0) 3245 1200-8Fax: (0) 3245 1209Bkk rsvn: (0) 2733 3600-6E.mail: [email protected]<www.goldensandschaam.com>Dusit Resort & Polo Club $$$-$$$$ Tel: (0) 3252 0009Fax: (0) 3252 0296E-mail: [email protected]
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E-mail: [email protected]
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$$ Tel: (0) 3245 6223-9Fax: (0) 3245 6241
Bkk Off: (0) 2995 2312-5 Palm Hills Resort & Country Club
(H4 KM226) Tel: (0) 3252 0800-11Bkk Off: (0) 2233 2922
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North to Cha-Am and PhetchaburiNorth of the Marukathaiwan Palace, several
monolithic high-rise condotels mark the coast asfar as Cha-Am, where resort accommodationfollows a beach-front road in this popular Thairesort.
The coast road north from Cha-Am (Pointers9&10) offers a marginally longer, but much quieterroad to Phetchaburi than the stressful main trunkroute (H4). The coastal route is recommended ifyou are not in a hurry. North of Hat Chao Samranthe beaches become mud-flats backed by salt pans,and the coastal roads are severely broken up.
ACCOMMODATION
• Anantara Resort & Spa $$$$ ([1] Around HuaHin) Tel: (0) 3252 0250 Fax: Tel: (0) 3252 0259Bkk Res: (0) 2477 0800
• Casuarina Resort $$-$$$ ([2] Hua Hin-Phetchaburi) Tel: (0) 3244 3080-2 Bkk Res: (0)2254 1410
• Dusit Resort & Polo Club $$$-$$$$ ([7] HuaHin-Cha-Am) Tel: (0) 3252 0009 Fax: (0) 32520296 E-mail: [email protected]
• The Regent Cha-Am Beach Resort/Regent Chalet$$$ -$$$$ ([4 Hua Hin-Cha-Am) Tel: (0)3245 1240-9 Fax: (0) 3247 1491-2 Bkk Res: (0)2255 2818 <www.regent-chaam.com>E-mail: [email protected]
PhetchaburiWith relics from the Khmer empire at Wat
Kamphaeng Laeng going back to the 12th century,Phetchaburi is the site of an old settlement. Long aseat of royalty, the city has many temples as well astwo 19th century royal palaces — the Phra NakhonKhiri Historical Park and Phra Ram Ratchaniwet (BanPeun) Palace (to visit Ban Peun, enter the army camp).
Temples of interest are Wat Yai Suwannaram (anold ubosot, 18th C. murals and a library on a pond)and Wat Ko Kaeo Sutharam (18th C murals) andWat Mahathat (Khmer-Ayutthayan prangs). Severalof the temples have long wooden row houses (kuti)for monks.
The Buddhist shrines at Khao Luang (4 kms fromcity centre) and Khao Bandai It (1.5 kms) areamongst the best examples of cave shrines commonto the karsts and limestone hills of Phetchaburi andRatchaburi provinces.
The highlight, however, remains the Phra NakhonKhiri Historical Park. A short cable-car ride takesyou up to King Mongkut’s hill-top residence, whichhas been converted into a national museum, andto cobbled pathways shaded by plumeria treescovering the summit.
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RATCHABURI – NAKHON PATHOMKANCHANABURISECTION 3 : 101 kms.
ollow the route indicated (Pointers 14-18) for theshortest route to Kanchanaburi (223 kms from Hua Hin)
avoiding the busy highways. The minor roads on the banksof the Mae Khlong is also an interesting and tranquilalternative to busy highways 4 and 323.
RatchaburiThe city of Ratchaburi is worth visiting for the National
Museum in the old city hall (08:30-16:30 Closed Mondays,Tuesdays & National Holidays) and the Khmer style ofarchitecture at Wat Mahathat.
Several cave shrines are found in Ratchaburi Province.
F Khao Chong Phran cave (H3089 KM18 north from Ratchaburi)is noted for the flocks of bats which fly out of its mouth asdusk falls. Wat Khanon (east bank of the Mae Khlong 3.5kms north of Photharam) has preserved the traditions ofshadow puppets (demonstration 10:00 am Saturdays only).
The Floating Market at Damnoen SaduakThough the market is for tourists, hiring a boat (300-700
Bt) to see the maze of canals in this area remains fascinating.A return journey to the floating market from Hua Hin (145kmsone way) requires a very early start, as the market windsdown after 11:00 hrs.
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A through route west from Damnoen Saduakcan be taken to Ratchaburi (22kms) and to theRama II Park near Amphawan, which contains awell-preserved Ayutthayan style wooden palace.
Suan PhungThe Bo Khlung Hot Springs and Kao Chan
Falls (H3087 KM34+ south turn — 10 & 14kms.4WD only for Falls) together with small resortsoffer quiet retreats in this less-developed area(65kms from Ratchaburi)
Routes between Bangkok and Kanchanaburi(198 Kms)
The most direct route between Bangkok andKanchanaburi is to use H338 and H4 to reach H323(Pointers 19 &20), but there is no way to avoidthe heavy traffic encountered within a 50km radiusof Bangkok. H346 (Pointers 21-23) takes a longerbut less busy northerly route via Ban Len andKamphaeng Saen. (see Budget’s AirportRoutefinder Map for road information in Bangkok)
H4 (Phetchkasem Highway)KM30 Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo
(Crocodile Wrestling show: 12:45, 14:20. 16:20,Special show 13:15 15:00. Elephant Theme show13:45 & 15:30. Additional shows Sundays &holidays. Foreign Adults 350 Bht. /children 250Bht. Thais 60/30 Bht. Tel: (0) 2429 0361-2)
KM32 The Rose Garden (Cultural Centre —show with ceremonies and traditional dancing at14:00 hrs. Tel: (0) 3432 2544-7 Adults 330 Bht.)
H338KM18 south turn on H3310. The Phra
Phutthamonthon Park has a 40m tall standingBuddha image and replicas of famous Buddhistpilgrimage sites.
KM31 The Thai Human Imagery (wax)Museum (09:00-17:30 hrs 200 Bht.) contains life-like images of monks, kings and Thai folk.
ACCOMMODATION
• Felix River Kwai $$$ -$$$$ ([5] Kanchanaburi)Tel: (0) 3451 5061 Fax: (0) 3451 5095E-mail: [email protected]<www.felixriverkwai.co.th>
• Home Phu Toey Resort $$ (Kanchanaburi andSai Yok H323 KM61) Bkk Res: (0) 26211510-3 Fax: (0) 2621 1514
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of Thailand’s largest stupa. Ofparticular note are theBuddha images surroundingthe outer wall round the stupa,as well as the adjacent nationalmuseum (09:00-16:00 ClosedMon-Tues. 30 Bt),
The Provincial Hall is partof the spacious Sanam ChanPalace built by King Rama VI.The Maliraj Rattabanrangwithin the grounds may bevisited (09:00-16:00 Thurs-Sats. 30 Bht.).
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Kanchanaburianchanaburi City is interesting for its market and forthe accommodation on or near the river, but it is most
famous for the ‘Bridge over the River Kwai’ (actually RiverKhwae) and war-grave cemeteries of the ‘Death Railway’.
Nearby temples of interest include Wat ThamMangkongton (9 kms H3429 KM5) and Wat Tham Khao Noiand Wat Tham Sua (17kms. South on H323 to Tha Muang —cross over the Vajiralongkorn Dam and turn right)
The Valley of the Khwae Noi (H323 from Pointer 24)The Khmer ruins at Muang Singh attest to the strategic
value of this valley as a route between Burma and Thailand.Passing close to the ruins a thousand years later, the DeathRailway brought an infamy which contrasts starkly with thebeauty of the surrounding mountains.
KKM12 H3229 to Ban Kao National Museum (Left turn
16kms. H3445 KM2. 08:30-16:30 closed Mons & Tues. 30Bht..), which has a collection of artefacts dating from around2000 BC, and the Khmer Ruins of Muang Singh HistoricalPark (25 kms. H3445 KM11 30 Bht..). Continue north onsealed road for back route to Sai Yok and the Krasae Trestle.
KM15 H3343 left to Sai Yok. Direct route to Wang Postation and the Krasae Trestle
KM45 Paksaeng Pier (Left turn — 2kms) for boats toLawa Cave and raft accommodation upriver. Fill gas tank ifnear empty!
KM65 The Hellfire Pass Museum (Left turn 300m — seeDeath Railway)
KM80. Saiyok National Park (Left turn — 3kms). Caves,waterfalls, boats to Lawa Cave and raft accommodation.
KM84. Daowadung Cave (Turn left and follow road acrossthe river. Turn right at T junction with dirt road. Turn left atsign to temple after 1.3 kms and drive up concrete lane —4kms). Probably the best caves to see.
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KM103. Phathat Falls (Right turn 12kms -unsealed after 6kms) — more impressive thanthe Sai Yok Noi Falls, and, like all falls in theKanchanaburi area, features layered stepscreated by calcium deposits.
KM105. NW turn to Hin Dat Hot Springs(400m on unsealed road back round to carpark)
KM109 A road NE leads to the Phu SawanFalls (22kms. 4WD) and an unsealed route(4WD only) to Huai Khamin Falls in the SriNakharin National Park.
North-West to the Three Pagodas PassH323 to Sangkhla Buri and the Three
Pagodas Pass goes right at a T-junction(KM125 Pointer 25. Kilometres are measuredfrom this point — no fuel till Sangkhla Buri!)Continue to Thong Pha Phum onH3273 for Muang Pilok (63kms).
The pretty journey along thenarrower (H323) road to SangkhlaBuri and the Three Pagodas bordercrossing (86kms) is worthwhile if youplan to explore the culture of the Monand other ethnic groups who inhabitthe borderlands around the lake. Yourhotel/guest house in Sangkhla Buriwill be able to provide detailedinformation on what to see.
KM25 (H323) NE turn to LamKhlong Ngu National Park (26kms4WD).
KM32 Dai Hong Tong Falls (SWturn —1.5 kms)
KM33. Kruangkrawia Falls (nearroad)
KM40 Khae Laem National ParkHQ (near road)
KM68 NW turn to Three PagodasPass at T junction (18kms). Straightahead for Sangkhla Buri (4kms)
The Khwae Yai Valley and ErawanNational Park (50kms)
Take H3199 from Pointer 24 (Forkleft at pointer 27 through the damcheckpoint after KM46 — 3.5kms) togo to the famous falls in the Erawan National Park. A 2kmwalk follows the course of the stream up the seven tiers ofthe falls.
Continue on the road on the west side of the lake toPhra That Cave (10kms — part of Erawan National Park)and the Huai Mae Khamin Falls in Sri Nakharin NationalPark (45kms—4WD)
KM23 (left turn 1.5kms) Nine Army Battle HistoricalPark (09:30-11:30&14:30-16:30).
THE DEATH RAILWAYThe Death Railway is named for the more than 100,000 lives taken to build and maintain
it between 1942 and 1945. Places to visit in Kanchanaburi include the JEATH Museum(08:30-16:30 daily. 30 Bht.) and the Chongkai and Kanchanaburi War Grave Cemeteries. Thebridge over the Khwae Yai is especially popular during the sound and light show (held atthe end of November — call TAT Kanchanaburi Tel: (0) 3451 1200 for details).
The trestle at Tham Krasae (near Wang Po Station, Sai Yok. H3343) has only partly beenmodernised since the original structure was built by POWs. More remnants of the railwaycan be seen at Sai Yok Noi Falls (H323 KM46), which is 1km beyond the terminus of theoperational part of the line at Nam Tok Station. Train schedules are as follows:
Kanchanaburi Dep Nam Tok Arr Nam Tok Dep Kanchanaburi Arr.06:11 08:40 05:25 07:2511:01 12:50 13:00 14:4816:37 18:40 15:15 17:51
Jack Chalker’s unforgettable drawings, sketched when he was a POW, are on display ina small memorial park at the Home Phutoey Resort (H323 KM61— call first for permissionto enter unless booked for a round of golf or overnight stay). Similarly impressive is a visitto The Australian War Graves Museum at Hellfire pass (H323 KM65 09:00-16:00 daily.Donation) and the historical walk along the old roadbed (4.5kms). More remnants of theline can be seen at Sai Yok National Park (H323 KM80).
North to Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park (97kms)H3398 and H3086 lead north to Nong Phru (Pointers
26&28), passing Bo Phloi, a former gemstone mining area.Turn west at Nong Phru (KM63 — pointer 28), followingsigns to Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park. The mainfeatures are a cave (Tham Lot Noi) with a stream runningthrough and a 2km walk upstream passing the Trai TrungFalls to a spectacular sinkhole (Tham Lot Yai).
KM23.(West turn) The Safari Park (09:00-18:00 Adults150/children 90 Bht. Elephant and crocodile showsscheduled between 11:00-16:00 hrs. Tel (0) 3462 8270-1)features a drive through zoo and a resort/theme park arounda large restaurant.
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o help you find your way through an unfamiliar landscape,suggested routes have been identified with numbered
pointers listed in sequence in the likely direction of travel.T
Distances and turnings are indi-cated by kilometre references,which follow the kilometre stonesplaced on all government high-ways:
H4 KM13 = Kilometre stone 13 is thenearest kilometre marker onHighway 4 (Phetkasem Highway).
(west turn — 3kms) = if you aretravelling north, this means youshould turn left and reach yourdestination after 3kms
Fill up with petrol! Remote countryroads have no filling stations, or fuelis only served by hand pumps frombarrels, which is inconvenient andmore expensive. Check your fuelbefore leaving towns if planning to goon a long, remote route through backroads or the border country.
Alternatives routes may besuggested, and it is up to you to decidewhich road is best for you. Wherepossible, the suggested routes try toavoid busy main highways in order tohelp you cruise happily along theholiday road in Thailand.
Broken and buckled roadsurface frequently encountered!
4 WD (only)! If you are driving avehicle that does not have four-wheeldrive, please do not enter this road.Though it is not usually necessary toengage 4WD on most dirt roads, thehigher clearance and fortifiedsuspension of such vehicles make theiruse obligatory on many unsealed roadsin Thailand.
Dirt roads are common in borderareas and in the mountains, andimportant unsealed routes are regularlymaintained and classed as all-weather.In the green season, however, manyroads can have deep muddy patches.We recommend that you avoid dirtroads, in particular remote ones, as youwill be responsible for anything thathappens to vehicles off regularlymaintained and paved roadways.Should you go on a dirt road, however,please drive slowly to avoid mechanicalproblems and to keep the dust down,especially when passing people anddriving through villages.
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In Singapore: 532-4442, In Thailand: 1-800-BUDGET
Remember to allow for emergencies— always take drinking water. A torchcan also be useful, as can an umbrellaor warm clothing, depending on theseason when you are travelling.
Help us get it right! If you havesuggestions or find serious errors inthis guide, please advise our staff.
INFORMATION
This guide is designed to com-plement regular guide-books. Theoffices of the Tourism Authority ofThailand (TAT — locations on themaps) at Cha-Am (Tel: (0) 3247 1005-6Fax: (0) 3247 1502. E-mail: [email protected]) and Kanchanaburi (Tel: (0)3451 2500 Fax: (0) 3251 1200) can alsoprovide useful information andbrochures.
ACCOMMODATION
A range of places that stand outfor ambience are listed, but many otherplaces on the map listings can be justas nice. We strongly advise pre-bookingaccommodation in the high season andduring festivals.
Travel with enough cash to get youto the next ATM machine (at banks indistrict towns). Credit cards are usuallyonly accepted by larger resorts/hotels.
Only indication prices for accom-modation are given, as rates change.Be prepared for additional governmenttaxes to be added onto a hotel bill.Walk-in rates are indicated as follows:$ = 0-999 Baht$$ = 1000-2999 Baht$$$ = 3000-5999 Baht$$$$ = 6000 Baht up
NATIONAL PARKS
Visitor centres at park HQs usu-ally have brochures with maps detail-ing sights, though English languageversions may not always be available.There are board maps and walkingtrails are usually well-marked.
Park accommodation can bespartan, and is not well set up for walk-in trade unless you bring your owntent and food. Prior reservation fromthe Forestry Department in Bangkokis essential in the peak periods.Tel: (0) 2579 7223, (0) 2579 5734,(0) 2561 4292-4 ext. 724&725.
Foreigners are charged 200 Bht.(children 100 Bht.) entrance fee tonational parks in Thailand. If you canproduce a Thai driver’s license, youshould be charged at the rate for Thaipeople (20 Bht./adult). The entrancefee will allow you to enter all sites inthat park on that day.
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All main and most minor roads are sealed. Signs and reflective markerswarn of hazards on major highways, and sodium lighting illuminates majorintersections. Bilingual (English/Thai) road signs indicate destinations, high-way numbers and distances before and after intersections. Kilometre stonesshow highway number and distance along the road on the front face, anddistances to destinations in the direction of travel on the side. The police andmilitary set up road check-points on highways, especially at night, but thereare no security problems.
Please remember to drive on the left!
Emergency Assistance 1-800-BUDGET, Phuket Airport Office (0) 7620 5396Samui Airport Office (0) 7742 7188, Krabi Office (0) 7569 1938
Highlights of the Drive
his drive links Southern Thailand’stwo premier island destinations,
Phuket and Ko Samui. Section 1 of thedrive begins in Phuket and goes northto Takua Pa, passing Khao Lak LamruNational Park and the increasinglypopular beach resort of Khao Lak.
From the old provincial districttown of Takua Pa, section 2 strikes east-wards to Surat Thani through one ofthe most scenic areas along the drive.The route passes Khao Sok NationalPark, which offers eco-adventureamidst the stunning scenery thatcharacterises the park.
Section 3 begins at Surat Thani, abustling provincial capital and harbour,and goes to car-ferry ports serving KoSamui and Ko Phangan.
From the port linking Ko Samuiand the mainland, Section 4 of the drivepasses beach resorts close to Khanomand Sichon on the route south toNakhon Sri Thammarat, the ancientBuddhist capital of the south. Formerlyknown as Ligor, the city has much forvisitors interested in culture and cui-sine.
Heading west from Nakhon SriThammarat to Krabi, section 5 firstpasses Khao Luang National Park,where impressive waterfalls highlightthe influence of the 1835m peak onthe geography of the area. The drivethen continues through rolling back-country filled with rubber and oil-palmplantations.
The route from Krabi in section 6once again strikes the march of karstformations which give Phang Nga Bayits spectacular identity. After passingPhang Nga itself, the drive turns southfor the final run back to Phuket.
For instructions, please see the backpage. Happy trails!
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Hat Nopparat Thara & Mu Ko Phi Phi
Tha Dan
Ao Phang Nga
Hat ThaiMuang
Sirinat
Patong
Ban Chalong
Marine National Park
Khao LakLam Ru
KhaoLuang
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KHIRI RATTANIKHOM
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KHANOM
DON SAK
KO PHANGAN
KHLONG THOM
THASALA
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BAN NA SAN
BAN TAKHUN
NUA KHONGCHALOEMPRAKIAT
CHULAPHON
RATSADABANG KHIAN
HUAI YOT
PHLAI PHRAYA
CHAI BURI
KO YAO
KO SAMUI
PHUNPHIN
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TAKUA PA
KAPONG
THAI MUANG
TAKUATHUNG
THAP PHUT
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KHAO PHANOMTHUNG YAI
CHAWANG
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WIANG SAPHRASAENG
AO LUK
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PHUKETTAKUA PASECTION 1 : 134 kms.
POINTER ONE
Intersection of Thung Khra Rd andThepkrasatri Rd, Phuket Town. Go northon the main route (H402) out of PhuketCity. (see Phuket City detail map)
POINTER TWO
H4022 comes from Ha Yaek Chalong(the fastest route from Kata, Karon, andRawai beaches) joining H402 fromPhuket City. Go North. (see Phuket Is-land map)
POINTER THREE
H4025 joins H402 from Ban ChoengTalae at the Heroines Monument. Gonorth. H4027 east passes the NationalMuseum and the Gibbon project.
POINTER FOUR
H4030 from Laguna, Surin and Patongbeaches joins H402 at the intersectionwith traffic lights in Thalang. Go north.The road east goes to Ton Sai Falls inthe Khao Phra Taeo National Park
KM40 left turn on H402 (old road) to the Sirinath Na-tional Park and local restaurants at Mai Kao Beach. Crossthe strait on the older Sarasin bridge to rejoin the mainhighway.
3 kms north of the bridge an east turn offers an alter-native route to Phang Nga Bay for via Khlong Kian. A westturn takes you to local coastal roads via Dusit Hot Springs,Bo Dan Beach and Thung Sai beaches to the district town(amphoe) of Thai Muang.
POINTER FIVE
H4 KM7. H402 joins H4 - the PetchkasemHighway - at Ban Khok Khloi. The high-way goes north to Takua Pa and east toPhang Nga. Go north at Ban Khok Kloiif following the route in the order laidout in this guide.
POINTER SIX
KM24 Thai Muang. Go north (right) atthe lights on main highway. The roadwest leads to the beach and Hat ThaiMuang Lam Phi National Park HQ.
KM32-33 Lamphi Falls. Right turn 2 kms.
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Thai MuangBeach Golf
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TAKUA THUNG
THALANG
KATHU
Ban ThungMaphrao
Lam Pi Falls
Tha Dan
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ManohraFalls
Ao Phang Nga Marine National Park
Hat Thai Muang and Khao Lam Pi
National Park
Ban ChoengThalae
Sirinat Marine National Park
Nai Yang
Khao Phra Thaeo National Park
Karon
Kata
Rawai
Ban Chalong
Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park
Lam Ru Falls
PHUKETPatong
Wat Tham Suwankhuha
Thai MuangBeach Golf
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BangsakBeach Resort
Similana
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ThapLamu Poseidon
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Phang Nga BayResort Hotel
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H4 KM39. H4 bypasses Ban ThungMaphrao and the turn off on H4240 east.H4240 offers a shorter alternative inlandroute via Kapong to Khao Sok NationalPark, missing Khao Lak and Takua Pa
(see Kapong Area map and section 2. Fill up with gas beforetaking this route).
KM51-52 Left (west) turn for Thap Lamu, the startingpoint for boat trips (usually booked in Phuket) to the SimilanIslands. One-day trips to the Similans are available startingat 07:30 am from Met Sine Travel & Tour, Thap LamuTel: (0) 7644 3276
KM53-54. Left turn to Poseidon Bungalows $ - offersthree-day live-aboard boat tours to the Similan forsnorkelling. Tel: (0) 7644 3258. www.similantour.nu
KM56 Khao Lak Lamru National Park Headquarters (of-fers inexpensive huts, a day-hike into the forest to ChongFah Falls and a pleasant restaurant in a shady grove over-looking the sea).
POINTER EIGHT
Follow the highway left at the trafficlights in Takua Pa by the Phra Narai(Vishnu) monument (see detail map).Right on H4032 goes to Ban Talat TakuaPa, a small, sleepy market that was aformer centre for tin-mining.
ACCOMMODATION
• Khao Lak Bayfront Resort. (H4. KM57-58)$$ -$$ $Tel: (0) 7642 0111-17. E-mail <[email protected]>
• Khao Lak Palm Beach Resort. $ - $$$$ Tel: (0) 76420099-102. E-mail<[email protected]>
• Khao Lak Laguna Resort $$$ Tel: (0) 7642 0200-4• Nangthong Bay Resort $ Tel: (0) 7642 0088-9 Fax: (0)
7642 0090• Khao Lak Bungalows (H4 KM58-59) $- $$ . Tel: (0) 7642
0144-5 Fax (0) 1270 1804 & Phuket Divers (0) 7642 0266E-mail <[email protected]>
• Similana Resort (H4 KM70-71) $ $- $$ $ , Tel: (0) 76420166-8 E-mail <[email protected]>
• Bangsak Beach Resort, Bang Sak (H4 KM76-77) $-$$$ .Tel: (0) 7644 6520 E-mail <[email protected]>
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Ton Sai FallsKhao Phra Thaeo
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Kathu Falls
PHUKET ISLAND
Cape Phromthep
Nai Harn Beach
Kata Noi Beach
Kata
Karon
Kalim BeachNakalae Beach
Patong
KamalaPhuket Fantasea
Laem Sing Beach
Surin & PanseaBeach
Bang Tao Beach
Laguna
Ban Choeng Thalae
Nai ThonBeach
Nai Yang Beach
Budget Airport OfficeTel: (0) 7620 5396
Mai Kao Beach
Sirinth Nation Parkto Takua Pa Phang Nga
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Heriones &National Museum Boat Lagoon
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Dulwich International College
Soi Bangla
Siam Safari(see inset map)
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Wat Chalong
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TAKUA PASURAT THANISECTION 2 : 158 kms.
POINTER ONE
Cross the bridge taking H4 across KhlongLe just to the north of Takua Pa. Fill upwith petrol before leaving Takua Pa.
POINTER TWO
H4 goes north to Ranong at T junctionpast KM166. Go straight on H401 to SuratThani.
POINTER THREE
H401 KM135 Go straight on H401. H4090South takes an inland route to PhangNga via Kapong. At KM131-2 approx, anunmarked sealed road south from H401
is the end/start of shorter inland route ending at Pointer 7section 1 (see Kapong Area map)
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H401 KM110-109 Khao Sok National Park offers trek-king, rafting, elephant rides and tree-top bungalows. Bookat the National Park Office for rafts on the lake (see KhaoSok detail map)
H401 KM72-71 H4118 south from Phanom to Thap PhutDistrict (see section 6) offers a rural route to Phang Nga fora shorter tour.
POINTER FOUR
H401 KM65-64 Go straight east at Tjunction with H415 to Thap PhutDistrict (see section 6)
KM58-9 Left turn west for Rachaphrapha Dam and apretty view over the lake towards limestone ridges. Boattrips are available to rafts (pre-book accommodation onraft at Khao Sok National Park HQ)
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Ban TalatTakua Pa
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POINTER FIVE
H401 KM19-18. H401 crosses mainnorth-south trunk route H41. Go straighteast at traffic lights to Surat Thani andPhun Phin.
Go north on H41 to Chaiya (40 kms) to visit Wat SuanMokha Palaram (meditation centre), Phra BorromathatChaiya (A chedi and museum with artefacts dat-ing back to the Srivijaya period) and the weavingvillage of Phum Riang. Return to Phun Phin andSurat Thani by the less busy rural route H4112.
POINTER SIX
H401 is joined by H4153, thedirect main route from SuratThani north to H41, at a T junc-tion with lights. Turn right
(east) to continue on H401 (N.B. no signs markedthis junction in any direction at time of writing).
POINTER SEVEN
H401 KM8 approx. H401 by-passes Surat Thani. Turn leftto enter town at lights (see de-tail map). go straight to con-tinue on drive.
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H401 KM12 approx. crosses H4009 toNa San. Go straight on H401. To visitthe Khao Thapet Nature Wildlife Centrego south on H4009 (5kms).
POINTER NINE
H401 rejoins the old road through thecentre of town at KM19 approx. Go right(east).
ACCOMMODATION
• See detail maps for accommodation details in Khao Sokand Surat Thani. A further 87 kms from pointer 9 takesyou to Nai Phlao Beach near Khanom, where severalpleasant resorts allow you to enjoy seaside accommo-dation without crossing over to the islands (see section3 Khanom Area map).
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Nature Rest Resort
Park Visitor Centre (guides brochures)
National Park HQ
Nung HouseTree Tops River Huts
Natty SeafoodJanpha
Our JungleHouse
Art's RiverView Lodge
Nature Restaurant
Bamboo House
Bamboo House 2
Khao Sok River Lodge
Khao Sok Jungle Huts
km 109
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KHAO SOK
Freedom Camp
Freedom Resort
Pantoorat Mtn. Lodge
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Wiphawadi ArmyCamp (Golf)
Stadium
Kanchanawiti Rd.
Footbridge
Talat Mai Rd.
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SURAT THANI1. TAT Office (Tourism Authority -information) Tel: (0) 7728 1828, (0) 7728 8817 Tourist Police 2813002. Post Office & TelephoneHOTELS3. Wang Tai Hotel . Sriwichai Rd. $ Tel: (0) 7728 3020-39 Fax: (0) 7728 10074. Siam Thani . Sriwichai Rd. $-$$ Tel: (0) 7727 3081 Fax: (0) 7727 30815. Siam Thara . Don Nok & Talat Mai Rd. $ Tel: (0) 7727 3740-36. Southern Star Hotel . Kanchanawiti Rd. $$ Tel: (0) 7721 6414 Fax: (0) 7721 6427
RESTAURANTS7. Sun Hiang (Chinese)8. Ruan Thai (Seafood)9. Ruan Tapi (Seafood)10. Ban Khun Pu (Thai)
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SURAT THANIKO SAMUI & KHANOMSECTION 3 : 100 kms.
POINTER ONE
H401 rejoins the old roadthrough the centre oftown at KM19 approx.Go right (east).
KM22 Monkey Training Centre - south3 kms.
KM30-1 Wat Tham Khuha - south1.5 kms
POINTER TWO
H401 KM32-33 GoStraight at intersectionwith H4010 to Kancha-nadit. Road becomessingle lane highway.
POINTER THREE
H401 KM60-61 Goleft on H4142 andfollow signs to FerryPier Samui. (see Kha-nom Area map forrural routes betweenDon Sak & Khanom).
If going to Hat Nai Phlao, Khanom, gostraight on H401 to KM85 and turn left ontoH4014 for a shorter alternative route.
H4142 KM19-20 Follow the signposted short cut rightto the Ferry for Ko Samui and turn right when rejoiningH4142 (See area map), or keep on original H4142 to visitDon Sak and Wat Khao Suwan Pradit (left turn west atKM22-21).
POINTER FOUR
H4142 KM27-28 left turn for the Ferry toKo Samui 2kms.
H4142 KM30-31 Left turn to Ban Bo Kam and quietbeach. Local huts available
POINTER FIVE
H4142 KM34-35 Intersection with sealedroad (built under the accelerated ruraldevelopment program.). Go straight forHat Nai Phlao and Sichon, or go left and
follow sealed road for approx 9 kms along a circuitous routefor Ferryline, which serves Ko Samui and Ko Phangan (4WDonly on Ko Phangan).
POINTER SIX
H4142 terminates at KM46+ with H4014.Left on H4014 goes to Khanom and NaiPhlao Beach. Go right for Sichon andNakhon Sri Thammarat to continue onthe drive.
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FERRY DON SAK - SAMUI
Don Sak Office (0) 7737 1205-6, (0) 7737 1151Samui Office (0) 7742 3190-1, (0) 7742 3026
Vehicle+driver one-way 180Bt Passengers extra
Don Sak-Samui Samui-Don Sak08:00 (80 min.) 06:0010:00 08:0012:00 10:0014:00 12:0016:00 14:0017:00 15:0018:00 17:0019:00* 18:00*
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ACCOMMODATION
• (see Khanom Area map for locationsnear Hat Nai Phlao)
• Le Royal Meridien $$$ $ Ban TalingNgam, Ko Samui. Tel: (0) 7742 3019-22 Fax: (0) 7742 3220
• Paradise Beach Resort $$$ Hat MaeNam, Ko Samui. Tel: (0) 7724 7227Fax: (0) 7742 5290.E-mail <[email protected]>
• The Central Samui Beach Resort, $$$Chaweng, Ko Samui. (0) 7723 0500Fax: (0) 7742 2385
• The Central Butterfly Village Resort,$$$ Natian, Samui. Tel: (0) 77424020-1 Fax: (0) 7742 4022.email@[email protected]
Hin Lad
Ban Nathon
KO SAMUI
Bo Phut Beach Bang Rak BeachHarbour
Choeng MonBeach
The Central SamuiBeach Resort
Central ButterflyVillage Resort
Hin Ta, Hin Yai
Ban Hua Thanon
Wat SamrejWat Khunaram
Ban Suan ThurianPhaluang
Na Muang Waterfall
Chaweng Noi Beach
Big Buddha of Ko Fan
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POINTER ONE
H4142 KM27-28 Turnleft for Khanom, Sichonand Nakhon Sri Tham-marat
POINTER TWO
H4142 terminates atKM46+ with H4014 atKM12. Go right (south)for Sichon and NakhonSri Thammarat. (seeKhanom Area map sec-tion 3).
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H4014 terminates atH401 KM85. Go left forSichon and Nakhon SriThammarat
H401 KM104. The road left throughSichon heads for Hat Hin Ngam and thebeaches just to the south of Sichon (seeSichon Area map section 3).
H401 KM122 bypasses Tha Sala. AtKM124-5 H4140 right goes to Nop Phitamand Krung Ching Falls (47 kms).
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H401 terminates at Fort Vachirawut, Tha Phae. Follow H4012south.
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H4012. KM 11 Approx. Turn right for ‘Station’ at sign abovetraffic lights. (See Nakhon Sri Thammarat detail map)
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POINTER ONE
This intersection is marked by lights andoverhead pedestrian crossings. Turnwest onto Karom Rd (H4016) fromRatchadamnoen Rd. and go west acrossthe railway.
POINTER TWO
H4016 KM4-5 crosses H4103. Go straight(west) to follow the route in this guide.Go left (south) for an alternative (20kmslonger) route to Thung Yai via Thung
Song. From Thung Song, go to Thung Yai on H4110.
POINTER THREE
H4016 KM8-9. Go left on H4015 signedKrabi & Phuket (NB. No more road signsindicate Krabi as a destination till KhaoPhanom)
H4016 goes north to Ban Na Raeng, Nop Phitam andKrung Ching (H4186), passing side roads to Phrom LokFalls (KM21-2 west 5kms.) and Muang Nakhon Palace(KM24-5 east 2 kms. Palace opens 08:00-17:00 and closeson Wednesdays and for lunch 12:00-13:00).
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H4015 KM20. Right turn to Khao Luang National Parkand Karom Falls (3 kms)
H4015 KM27-8 Tha Phae Falls right (2kms.)
POINTER FOUR
H4015 KM44 Left turn onto H4019 signedBan Lak Chang and Route 41. Followsigns to Route 41 on H4019 and ignorefurther signs to Lak Chang. H4015 toChawang and Na San is an alternativeinland route to Ko Samui.
POINTER FIVE
H41 turn left (south) and do U-turn toreturn on northbound lane. Take care!Go on H 4019 left (west) to Thung Yai.
POINTER SIX
H4019 intersects with H4110. Gostraight west on H4156 to KhaoPhanom. Check petrol and fill up ifnearing empty at Thung Yai!
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H4156 joins H4037 KM20-21at T-junction with lights. Turnleft (south) onto H4037.
POINTER EIGHT
H4037 joins H4 KM98-7 at a Tjunction with lights. Turn right(west) for Krabi.
H4 KM99-100 Krabi Airport right (north)H4 KM106-7 Wat Tham Sua right turn 2 kms.
Climb 1,272 steps to the top of a karst and animpressive view.
H4 KM108 approx. Right turn to Khao PhanomBencha National Park (20 kms) and Huai To Falls.
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H4 KM108-9 left turn for mainaccess road to Krabi Town4 kms.
POINTER TEN
H4 KM110-111 turns sharplynorth at junction with H4200.Turn right for Phang Nga &Phuket and left for HatNoppharat Thara NationalPark (see Krabi Area map)
ACCOMMODATION
• Krabi Meritime Hotel. $$-$$$ Tungfah Rd, Krabi.Tel: (0) 7561 1474-6 Fax:(0) 7561 2992
• Ban Ao Nang $$Ao NangBeach, Krabi: Tel:&Fax:(0) 7563 7071-4
• Ao Nang Pakkasai Resort$$ Ao Nang Beach, Krabi.Tel: (0) 7563 7777 Fax: (0)7563 7637
• Andaman Holiday Resort$$$ Khlong MuangBeach, Krabi. Tel: (0) 75644321-3 Fax: (0) 7564 4320E-mail<[email protected]>
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1. Dawn of Happiness Resort. $ Su San Hoi Beach, Krabi. Tel: (0) 7561 27302. Dusit Rayavadee Resort Hotel. $$$$ Phra-Rai Leh Beaches, Krabi. Tel: (0) 7562 0740-3 Fax: (0) 7562 06303. Railay Bay Bungalows, Rai Lae Beach. $-$$ Tel: (0) 7561 1944-5 ex 411. Sand Sea Resort, Rat Lae Beach (0) 1228 4426, (0) 7562 2167-8 Fax: (0) 7562 21684. Felix Phra Nang Inn $$ Ao Nang Beach, Krabi. Tel: (0) 7563 7130-33 Fax: (0) 7563 7134-5 E-mail: [email protected]. Krabi Resort $$-$$$ Ao Nang Beach, Krabi. Tel: (0) 7563 7030-5 Fax: (0) 7563 7051
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KRABI-PHANG NGAPHUKETSECTION 6 : 185 kms.
POINTER ONE
H4 KM110-111 turns sharply northat junction with H4200. Go north forPhang Nga & Phuket
H4 KM148-9 Ao Luk intersection.Left turn on H4039 for Tham BokKhorani National Park 4 kms.
POINTER TWO
H4 KM164-5 Intersection with H415.Go straight for Phang Nga andPhuket. North on H415 is the fastestroute from Phang Nga and Phuketto Surat Thani, Ko Samui, Chumphonand Bangkok.
H4 KM168-9 Right on H4118 toWat Ratupatham, a temple withBuddhist sculpture and architectureon a monumental scale (11 kms)
POINTER THREE
H4 KM169 Turn left onto H415 to PhangNga. H4 follows the original route toPhang Nga over an inland pass and isthe fastest way to Thai Muang, Khao Lakand Takua Pa via H4090 (see section 1)
POINTER FOUR
H415 rejoins H4 at a T junction. Turnleft (south) for Phuket. (NB. Kilometrestones were removed for road improve-ments at time of research. Distance read-ings are estimated by vehicle odometer—OdKM—south from this junction)
OdKM2-3 left for Phang Nga bay at Tha Dan (3kms),the first of several small harbours which offer boat tripsaround Phang Nga Bay.
OdKM4 right turn to Wat Tham Suwan Khuha 2 kms.OdKM9-10 Takua Tung District - left turn at corner for
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H4 KM7 Bang Khok Kloi. H4 turnssharply north. Go left (south) at T junc-tion with H402 and drive south to Phuket(see section 1)
Welcome to Phuket!
ACCOMMODATION
• Phang Nga Valley Resort. $-$$ Just south of Phang NgaTown. Tel: (0) 7641 1353 Fax: (0) 7641 1393.
• Phang Nga Bay Resort Hotel. $-$$ Tha Dan, Pang NgaTel: (0) 7641 2067 Fax: (0) 7641 2057
• House on the Bay Resort $ , Khlong Kian, Phang Nga.Tel: & Fax: (0) 7635 1326 Mobile: (0) 1490 3449
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KM99 A point of interest or sidetrip off the recommended route islocated near this kilometre stone.Regular guide-books for the area willgive further information.
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4 WD Only! If you are driving avehicle that does not have four wheeldrive, please do not take this road.When driving driving off-road, pleasedrive slowly to avoid mechanical prob-lems and to keep the dust down whenpassing people and communities.
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