Self-drive car hire

In contrast to the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, the roads of Northern Thailand are tranquil and quiet, and there is an extensive network that can take you into the most remote places in perfect comfort. Follow one of our exclusive itineraries or just tell us where you want to go and we will work out a route specifically for you.

Sample self-drive tour Golden Triangle Explorer (5 Days/4 Nights)

Day 1: ANGKHANG NATURE RESORT. Leave Chiang Mai for Mae Saa Valley. Visit orchid farms and Mae Saa Waterfall. Then to Chiang Dao, to visit Chiang Dao Cave, Elephant Camp and the Hilltribe Development and Welfare Centre. Drive back to Doi Ang Khang. Accommodation at Angkhang Nature Resort.
Day 2: CHIANG HAI. (168 km) Tour Doi Ang Khang. Side trip to Thatoon and visit Wat Tahitian or boat trip on Choke river. Drive to Doi Mae Along, a Chinese village at 1350m. Continue to Chiang Rai via Mae Chan. Two nights accommodation at Rimkok Resort.
Day 3: CHIANG RAI (130 km). Drive to Chiang Saen. Visit to Wat Phra Dhat Jom Kitti, Wat Chedi Luang and the small museum nearby. Continue along Mekong River to Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. Drive north to Mae Sai, the northern most Thai town and visit the local market. Return to Chiang Rai.
Day 4: LAMPANG (240 km). Drive south to Phayao. Visit Wat Sri Kom Kam and Lake Phayao where here you can find several restaurants for your lunch, Continue to Lampang. En route visit Elephant Training Camp at Ban Pang La and Tham Pha Thai Forest Park. (Dinner not included) and accommodation at the Lampang River Lodge.
Day 5: CHIANG MAI (116 km). Tour Lampang. Visiting Wat Phra Keo Don Tao and Wat Chedi Sao. Continue to Ko Kah to visit Wat Phra Dhat Lampang Luang housing an Emerald Buddha. Drive to Lampoon. Visit Wat Phra Dhat Harispoonchai and nearby museum. Return to Chiang Mai and return car by 6.30 pm.

*Cars available from Mekong Travel and*

	MFMR Suzuki Caribian; 1.3 manual; 4 seat
	ECAR Toyota Soluna or similar; 1.5 auto; 4 door
	CFAR Suzuki Vitara 4WD; 1.6 auto; 5 door
	FCAR Honda Accord; 2.3 auto; 4 door
	FFAR Jeep Cherokee 4WD; 4.0 auto; 5 door

Tour details and prices:

Price £135.00 per person, based on two people sharing accommodation and includes hire of a Suzuki Caribian

Code	Car Make/Model	1-6 days	7+ days
MFMR	Suzuki Caribian 4WD 1.3 Man	£25.00	£25.00
ECAR	Toyota Soluna 1.3 Auto	£30.00	£26.00
CFAR	Suzuki Vitara 4 WD 1.6 Auto	£35.00	£30.00
FCAR	Honda Accord 2.3 Auto	£48.00	£40.00
FFAR	Jeep Cherokee 4WD 4.0 Auto	£60.00	£51.00
All prices are per day.
Includes unlimited mileage; free delivery and pickup within metropolitan areas, loss damage waiver (LDW). [A charge of Baht 5,000 will apply in the event of any non-recoverable loss or damage];VAT; Frequent flyer program points; all vehicles are fitted with air-conditioning and radio cassette Not included: Fuel is not included in the rates	Also Available: Personal Accident and Effects insurance; one way rental for 3 day minimum hires. Terms and conditions: Minimum renter age is 21 years; drivers licenses in English or international driving permits are acceptable; a valid credit card imprint in required for all rentals; a rental day is 24 hours. Extra full hours are charged at 1/3 of the daily rate; infant safety seats are available; maps are supplied; Vehicles supplied with a full tank of petrol.

Car Hire in Southern Thailand

Hiring a car in Thailand will give you a lot more freedom to travel round - whether you go from beach to beach, or explore what the South has to offer.

Although an island, Phuket is connected to the mainland by a causeway and so exploring couldn't be easier. Find a secluded beach or drive to Khao Sok National Park for a night in a treetop guesthouse and a walk through the dense rainforest. Hua Hin lies on the other side of the country, only a few hours drive away, and the amazing seascapes and beaches of Krabi are a short drive away.

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