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Best time to visit
November–February.
Getting there from the UK
Fly or train to Chiang Mai, then minivan.
Top tips
- Minivans from Chiang Mai take about 3 hours on a famously winding road.
- Take motion-sickness tablets if you're prone.
- Rent a scooter only if licensed and insured.
- Why it's underrated: A laid-back mountain stop that most first-time visitors skip.
Before you go
- Check the latest entry requirements and travel advice on GOV.UK.
- Buy travel insurance (and carry your GHIC in Europe).
- Check baggage allowances — budget airline fees add up.