Chiang Mai & Ubon, Thailand Itinerary: Week of Things to Do

Go in December or January. That’s the high season for all of Thailand because it’s not raining (but it’s still very green) and not as hot as the other parts of the year. Fly into Bangkok. The Asian airlines have better food and service, and the routes are shorter. Your priority should be no more than 23 hours total of travel time. I fly Cathay Pacific when I’m able to because the Hong Kong airport has great food for the layover.

Rent a car at Don Mueang airport in Bangkok from a major multinational dealer like Hertz, Budget, or Sixt. They’re the only companies that do one-way rentals, and you will end up returning your car to Ubon Ratchathani Airport. I also recommend getting an international driver’s license to be safe. They…