Thailand Rental Car Explorer: Bangkok to Phuket Self-Drive Adventure

Your detailed trip plan

A suggested sequence — every flight, hotel and day can be changed.

• 7Destinations
• 2Transport
• 6Accommodation

1. 09 Feb

   Flight WAW → BKK

   Flight
   Qatar Airways 1 stop 25KG

   09:00 WAW 15h 15m 06:15 BKK
2. 09 Feb

   Bangkok

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   • Thailand
   • 2 nights

   Bangkok, one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities, is the capital of Thailand. Bangkok is hot and crowded, but it's fairly clean and offers lots of fun things to do. Bangkok has great shopping, plenty of culture, amazing temples, delicious food and a decent art scene. Most of Bangkok's sights are concentrated on the island of Rattanakosin, often referred to as the Old City. The Grand Palace is the absolute must see site. The Grand Palace complex also houses the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra Keow, the most sacred Buddhist temple. Other famous temples in Bangkok are the Wat Pho and Wat Arun temples. Bangkok is a great place for shopping. There are many shops, shopping centers and markets to satisfy every wish. The nightlife scene in Bangkok is as varied as the city itself, from beer bars to exclusive clubs, night shopping markets, discos to hippie parties. Bangkok is a large sprawling metropolis, noisy and crowded yet peaceful and delicate. It is one of the world’s top destinations that one has to visit at least once in life.
3. 09 Feb

   The Journey Hotel

   2 nights
   

   ★★★ 8.9 Booking.com · 326 reviews

   • BKK, Bangkok
   • Standard Double - Non-Smoking
   • BREAKFAST FOR 2
4. 11 Feb

   Hua hin

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   • Thailand
   • 2 nights

   Hua Hin is one of eight districts of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula in Thailand. Its capital, also named Hua Hin, is a beach resort town. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS - Hua Hin Arts and Crafts Centre. This is situated in an old typical house on Naepkhehat Road. It has a collection and exhibition of many contemporary works of Thai artists, as well as old furniture and many pictures about Hua Hin in the past. - Monks outside Hua Hin Railway Station is Thailand's most beautiful train station of which the local people are very proud. The wooden building used to be a royal pavilion in Sanamchan Palace, Nakhon Pathom Province. - Khao Takiab. An imposing hill with Buddhist temples and a commanding view of the resort, particularly early in the morning. - Klai Kangwon Palace.
5. 11 Feb

   Kiang Haad Beach Hua Hin

   2 nights
   

   ★★★★ 8.0 Booking.com · 311 reviews

   • HHQ, Hua hin
   • Deluxe City View King
   • WITH BREAKFAST
6. 13 Feb

   Ban Krut

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   • Thailand
   • 2 nights

   Ban Krut is a beautiful little quaint town filled with miles and miles of clean golden beaches that are barely used other than by the local fisherman. We were told by one local that it is one of few beach destinations that has perfect feng shui in terms of its layout. You can stand in the middle of Baan Grood Beach and when you look right, there is an empty beach as far as you can see and when you look left there is more empty beach which is only interrupted by the much loved Golden Buddha and Wat Thang Sai Temple that sits up on the Thong Chai Mountain overlooking the town. The local town has a good selection of local restaurants which also double up as bars but tend not to open too late. Most of these restaurants are offering local Thai food which is very good and very cheap but more recently a few restaurants have opened up offering international food.
7. 13 Feb

   Baan Grood Arcadia Resort & Spa

   2 nights
   

   ★★★ 8.8 Booking.com · 658 reviews

   • BAN-11, Ban Krut
   • DELUXE POOL VIEW
   • WITH BREAKFAST
8. 15 Feb

   Ranong

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   • Thailand
   • 2 nights

   Ranong is a city in southern Thailand, former capital of Ranong Province and Mueang Ranong District. The city completely covers the area of the khao niwet tambon. As of 2005, it had a population of 16,163. Ranong is located 586 kilometers south-southwest of Bangkok by road.
9. 15 Feb

   The Iconic Hotel

   2 nights
   

   ★★★ 8.7 Booking.com · 314 reviews

   • Ranong
   • Deluxe Modern,1 Double Bed
   • WITH BREAKFAST
10. 17 Feb

    Khao Sok National Park

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    • Thailand
    • 2 nights

    Khao Sok National Park, nestled in southern Thailand between Surat Thani and Phuket, is one of the country’s most breathtaking natural treasures. Its ancient evergreen rainforest, dramatic limestone karsts, and mist-covered valleys create a landscape that feels almost prehistoric. The park is also home to a rich variety of wildlife, including gibbons, hornbills, macaques, and, with a bit of luck, the elusive Asian elephant. For nature lovers and adventure seekers, Khao Sok offers a quieter, more pristine alternative to Thailand’s busy islands and beaches. Most visitors divide their time between the main rainforest area near Khao Sok Village and the spectacular Cheow Lan Lake. In the rainforest zone, you can hike along well-marked trails, take a guided night safari to spot nocturnal animals, or paddle down the Sok River in a canoe, drifting past towering cliffs and dense jungle. Local guides are highly recommended, both for safety and to increase your chances of wildlife sightings, as they can point out animals and plants you would otherwise miss. Cheow Lan Lake is the park’s star attraction: an emerald reservoir dotted with vertical limestone peaks and floating bungalow camps. Staying overnight in one of these raft houses is a highlight of any visit—wake to mist rising off the water, go for an early-morning boat safari, or explore hidden coves and caves by longtail boat or kayak. Many tours include short jungle hikes to viewpoints or waterfalls, and the atmosphere is far more tranquil than the popular coastal resorts. The best time to visit Khao Sok is from December to April, when the weather is generally drier and trails are easier to navigate, though the park is lush and green year-round. Pack light, breathable clothing, sturdy walking shoes, insect repellent, and a rain jacket, especially if you come during the wetter months. Accommodation ranges from simple guesthouses in Khao Sok Village to mid-range treehouse lodges and the iconic floating bungalows on the lake, making it easy to tailor your stay to your comfort level and budget.
11. 17 Feb

    Art's Riverview Lodge

    2 nights
    

    ★★★ 8.3 Booking.com · 1,195 reviews

    • KSNP-1, Khao Sok National Park
    • Family River,1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
    • WITH BREAKFAST
12. 19 Feb

    Khao Lak

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    • Thailand
    • 4 nights

    Khao Lak is a series of villages, now tourist-oriented, mainly in the Takua Pa District and partly in the Thai Mueang District of Phang Nga Province, Thailand. The name "Khao Lak" literally means "Lak mountain". Lak mountain is one of the main peaks in the hilly small mountainous region within Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park. It is popular for its serene ambiance and as a departure point for liveaboard scuba diving trips to the Similan Islands. Khao Lak is north of the island of Phuket along Phetkasem Road, one of four major highways in Thailand. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS - Lampi Waterfall. A very nice waterfall. - Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park. - Chong Fah Waterfall. - Cheow Lan Lake and Rachaphrapha Dam. Superb views over the lake to the limestone ridges. - Khao Sok National Park. Nature activities including jungle trekking on foot or elephant, visiting waterfalls & river rafting/canoeing.
13. 19 Feb

    Les Fleurs

    4 nights
    

    ★★★ 8.0 Booking.com · 205 reviews

    • TH5, Khao Lak
    • STANDARD, KING BED
    • WITH BREAKFAST
14. 23 Feb

    Flight HKT → WAW

    Flight
    Qatar Airways 1 stop 25KG

    20:30 HKT 22h 40m 13:10 WAW
15. 23 Feb

    Phuket

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    • Thailand

    Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and one of its premier tourist destinations. There are many activities you can do at Phuket, especially if you like beaches and islands. Phuket is such a great place to get out and explore. It really has it all, from sandy white beaches and crystal blue waters to a green countryside, beautiful temples and unbelievable views. Then add the shopping, nightlife and delicious seafood and you have just about everything you could want on a holiday. Island hopping is the best way to see and explore some of Phuket’s beautiful islands. You will find lots of huge rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites. Phi Phi and Khai Islands are the most popular islands of the archipelago. The Phi Phi View Point has an excellent view of the Ao Ton Sai and Ao Lo Dalam Bay. Patong Beach is the most visited beach and it is sometimes crowded, but has the best nightlife of the region. For more laid back beaches visit the beautiful Kamala, Surin, Laem Singh, Karon and Kata Beaches. Phuket is truly a wonderful place for a relaxing trip. A lot of amazing wonderful resorts, great tasty restaurants, white sandy beaches, amazing outlining islands and exciting nightlife. Everything you need for a true holiday.