A$3,000 | 10 days | from Sydney | Comfortable
Why you'll love it
Pai is a small mountain town in northern Thailand, reached by a winding road from Chiang Mai. It gets Triptakeo's top score for value and 9 out of 10 for nature, so it's a relaxed, affordable escape into hills, waterfalls and hot springs.
The best time to visit Pai is November to February, the cool, dry season, with misty mornings and sunny days. March and April can be hazy, and the rainy season makes some roads harder going.
Watch the sunset from Pai Canyon, swim at Mo Paeng Waterfall and soak in the Tha Pai hot springs. The walking street fills with food stalls every evening. Many visitors hire a scooter to explore, though the mountain road from Chiang Mai is famous for its curves.
Pai suits budget travellers, couples and nature lovers.
Your trip cost
For 10 days from Sydney