Is this a dumb idea?

[bignok]

7 minutes ago, AndyAndyAndy said:

Depends on the vehicle. I once drove 800 Km from Isaan to Bangkok on a 110cc motorcycle. Trip took 16 hours non stop. First 30 minutes were very enjoyable.  

 

Then we drove it back.

4wd. Scooters are fun for 30 mins only.

[AndyAndyAndy]

4 minutes ago, bignok said:

4wd. Scooters are fun for 30 mins only.

 

Would be bery appreciated if you told me before the trip. 

[bignok]

2 minutes ago, AndyAndyAndy said:

 

Would be bery appreciated if you told me before the trip. 

Luggage is one thing then weather and comfort 

[SAFETY FIRST]

Forget that other stuff, head straight for the Sukhumvit at Trat, once you get there follow it south, it narrows and follows the beach.

Bloody beautiful views and beaches, continue driving to the border and cross onto Cambodia if you have time. 

I've done this trip a few times from Pattaya on my motorbikes, great adventure. 

 

[scubascuba3]

8 hours ago, JimTripper said:

Hey man, do you want to rock n' roll? Where can you be found? Any favorite bars and times?

Meet you Soi 6/1 Backdoor bar 1pm

[sungod]

8 hours ago, Bobthegimp said:

 

Fellatio on a road trip is a fine thing. The miles just roll by.  Your woman will take a good trip and make it epic. 

Now I understand why he gets all his travel tips from Thailand Redcat!

[rwill]

If you want to detour a bit Sam Phan Bok (3,000 holes) is worth a visit (assuming they haven't finished the dam down river from there).  Also best viewed out of the rainy season when water levels are lower.  Definitely worth it to pay for a guide as they know where all the best formations are.

 

Sam Phan Bok

[ChrisKC]

A dumb title for sure! No mention of a topic. 

 

A better question would be, "Am I a Dumb Poster" 

 

Now that is a topic! 

 

[PJ71]

8 hours ago, bignok said:

Gf wants to visit mhs as well. Beach is out. 

 

done mhs a few times on bikes, be awful in a car.

[sipi]

Just go for it, while you're young enough to enjoy it.

[tandor]

12 hours ago, CharlieH said:

Hell of a trip! Probably around 14hrs and close to 800 km.

 

Do it over 2-3 days and enjoy some stop overs on the way. 👍😀

he has big strong wings it seems 

[Dazinoz]

1 hour ago, ChrisKC said:

A better question would be, "Am I a Dumb Poster" 

But you have to admit he is an expert at it.

[2baht]

14 hours ago, bignok said:

Drive from Nong Khai to Koh Chang. There is Phimai and Khao Yai on the way. Phanom Rung too.

 

What else is there?

Many chances for a serious road accident!

[sandyf]

13 hours ago, bignok said:

Yeah its out of the way too. The views look nice but thats half a day. If drop Nan then adding a beach is more doable. The road between Pattaya and KC is pretty good. Ive done it before.

There is no need to go near Pattaya or KC.   From Kabinburi you can turn east on the 33 and the 317 down to Chantaburi. Not far from the junction with Suk there is a waterfall and nearby the turning to Laem Sing, nice beach there, or carry on to Chao Lao.  From there you can head to U-Tapao and pick up the No 7 going north.

Endless combinations.

[SAFETY FIRST]

1 hour ago, 2baht said:

Many chances for a serious road accident!

Many chances of having a great time seeing some beautiful sights and meeting some wonderful people. 

Its a win, win. 👍

[bignok]

1 hour ago, 2baht said:

Many chances for a serious road accident!

Im a good driver. 

[bignok]

2 hours ago, Dazinoz said:

But you have to admit he is an expert at it.

What about you? Expert at the lbs? 

[bignok]

3 hours ago, sipi said:

Just go for it, while you're young enough to enjoy it.

Exactly. Move til you cant.

[brianthainess]

If you want to avoid long ferry queues and surly staff, to KC, then the old Centre Point ferry is up and running again, albeit a limited service. And a return ticket is available at a reduced rate valid for one month. 

 

[2baht]

17 minutes ago, bignok said:

Im a good driver. 

Just take care, they aren't!

[1FinickyOne]

Nice waterfall is Nakhon Nayok...

 

Singing Polly Polly Doodle all the day...

[1FinickyOne]

1 hour ago, 2baht said:

Just take care, they aren't!

Exactly - when people tell me to drive safely, I request they tell that to everyone else... 

[Muhendis]

19 hours ago, bignok said:

What else is there?

 

You could divert to the Surin Elephant village for a few hours.

https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/surin-elephant-village

[bignok]

3 hours ago, 2baht said:

Just take care, they aren't!

Blind corners slow down

[Irish star]

On 11/29/2023 at 6:44 PM, sirineou said:

Nothing wrong with it! Go for it. If you spend a day in Khon Kaen stop over for a beer.  Kao Yai national park  after you pass Korat 

Going to the US for Christmas , just as soon as  I come back we plan to make the same trip. 

Have fun and post pictures. 

KK sucks and boring go Udon instead ,avoid Korat also 

[Skeptic7]

On 11/29/2023 at 6:52 PM, bignok said:

The rangers told me Khao Yai is best in Dec or Jan as elephants come out of bushes more when not hot.

Asian elephants peak musth period is in "winter". This is the reason they are more visible in those months...and also more aggressive. I'll be in Khao Yai in December to photograph birds and (hopefully) some pachyderms. Seeya there❗🤣