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SOUTHERN THAILAND DEEP SOUTH: COASTAL ROADS TO MALAYSIA

Limestone giants guarding emerald waters, dugongs drifting through seagrass meadows, mosque calls in border towns. Southern Thailand, secret.

≈ 15
Days
2103
Km
12
Stops
📖 7 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Follow the coast from Prachuap and its calm bays, then enter Khao Sok amid emerald lakes and cliffs. Continue to Krabi, limestone terrain and boat-accessible coves, before reaching Koh Libong where the island keeps a discreet rhythm. In the deep south, Thai Muslim culture adds another color to the route.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Prachuap Khiri Khan

twin bays temple monkeys seafood piers

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Visit Wat Khao Chong Kaeo temple overlooking Prachuap Bay.
2
Walk along Prachuap Khiri Khan seafront and view Ao Manao Beach.
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Activities

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Scenic coastal drive from Hua Hin to Prachuap Khiri Khan.
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Set up camp in Prachuap Khiri Khan National Park.
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Next stop
Distance: 130 km
Travel time: 2h30
2
Day

Huai Yang

waterfall trails national park quiet nature

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Day 2
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Discover

1
Explore Huai Yang Waterfall National Park.
2
Hike to Chum Saeng Waterfall and swim in the natural pools.
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Activities

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Camp in Prachuap Khiri Khan National Park.
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Next stop
Distance: 260 km
Travel time: 3h30
3
Day

Ranong

hot springs border town fishing port

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Day 3
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Discover

1
Walk around Ranong Port and observe local fishing boats.
2
Relax at Raksawarin Hot Springs surrounded by lush forest.
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Activities

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Drive through the forested mountains from Prachuap Khiri Khan to Ranong.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 300 km
Travel time: 5h
4
Day

Khao Sok

cheow lan lake floating raft houses

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Day 4
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Discover

1
Visit Khao Sok National Park and hike through its rainforest trails.
2
Take a long-tail boat on Cheow Lan Lake and admire limestone karsts.
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Activities

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Relax at Bang Niang Beach near Khao Lak.
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Next stop
Distance: 230 km
Travel time: 3h30
5
Day

Phuket

old town sino-portuguese beach life buzz

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Day 5
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Discover

1
Walk along Khao Lampi Beach and visit Lampi Waterfall.
2
Explore Phuket Old Town’s Sino-Portuguese architecture.
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Activities

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Swim and relax at Patong Beach.
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Next stop
Distance: 93 km
Travel time: 1h30
6
Day

Krabi

ao nang longtails karst islands adventures

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Day 6
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Discover

1
Climb to the Big Buddha of Phuket and enjoy panoramic views.
2
Stroll in Krabi Town’s night market.
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Activities

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Scenic coastal drive from Phuket to Krabi.
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Next stop
Distance: 188 km
Travel time: 3h
7
Day

Hat Yao Trang

empty beach trang coast palm silence

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Day 7
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Discover

1
Relax on Hat Yao Beach in Trang Province.
2
Visit Krabi’s Tiger Cave Temple before leaving the province.
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Activities

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Swim and camp on Hat Yao Beach.
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Next stop
Distance: 158 km
Travel time: 2h30
8
Day

Koh Libong

dugong watching rubber plantations tranquil retreat

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Day 8
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Discover

1
Kayak to Koh Libong Island and explore mangroves and limestone formations.
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Activities

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Snorkeling near Koh Libong’s coral reefs.
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Next stop
Distance: 32 km
Travel time: 1h
9
Day

Satun

tarutao marine park island hopping gateway

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Day 9
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Discover

1
Discover the countryside of Satun Province and mountain views.
2
Walk along Thale Ban National Park trails.
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Activities

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Drive from Trang to Satun through lush valleys.
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Next stop
Distance: 237 km
Travel time: 4h
10
Day

Sadao

border crossing thai-malaysian frontier checkpoint

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Day 10
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Discover

1
Walk around Sadao Lake Reservoir.
2
Enjoy sunset views from Chalung Town area.
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Activities

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Drive through rural Songkhla Province towards Yala.
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Next stop
Distance: 152 km
Travel time: 2h30
11
Day

Yala

deep south frontier buddhist thai muslim

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Day 11
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Discover

1
Explore Yala City’s central market and mosque.
2
Visit local temples and cultural sites.
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Activities

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Scenic drive from Sadao to Yala through dense forest routes.
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Next stop
Distance: 169 km
Travel time: 3h
12
Day

Narathiwat

thai muslim culture border town atmosphere

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Day 12
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Discover

1
Visit Bang Lang Reservoir and its scenic viewpoints.
2
Walk along Narathiwat’s riverfront and explore the local night market.
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Activities

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Drive from Yala to Narathiwat through tropical countryside.
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Next stop
Distance: 154 km
Travel time: 2h30

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Cool Season (November-February): Perfect weather (20-30°C) with minimal rainfall, comfortable temperatures, and peak tourist season. Highest prices but optimal conditions for all activities and sightseeing.

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