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43 TRAVEL GUIDES

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01

Chiang Rai in 4 days: White Temple, Blue Temple and Baan Dam

Three nights in Chiang Rai, separating the White Temple from Baan Dam and the Blue Temple. Four city and riverside stays, northern food, transport and budget.

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02

Hua Hin in 4 days: a beach break from Bangkok

A three-night Hua Hin break by road from central Bangkok. Beach time, a Khao Takiab half-day, four stays, dining choices and a budget worksheet.

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03

Ayutthaya in 4 days: temple ruins and riverside evenings

Three nights in Ayutthaya from central Bangkok: temple clusters, riverside meals, four hotels, road transfers and a sample budget.

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04

Krabi in 4 days: Ao Nang, Railay and a town morning

Three nights in Ao Nang with a Railay boat day and a Krabi Town morning. Flexible weather plans, four stays and a sample budget.

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05

Phuket in 4 days: Kata Beach and Old Town

Stay for 3 consecutive nights in the Kata area, splitting the day between a day in the old town and a rest at the hotel. Katanoi location difference and up to 4 accommodations.

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06

Kanchanaburi in 4 days: river views and railway history

Start in central Bangkok and spend three nights in Kanchanaburi. Visit the railway museum and River Kwai bridge, then ride to Nam Tok and return by pre-booked vehicle.

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07

Bangkok in 4 days: temples and riverside evenings

We stay overnight in Saphan Taksin and Sathorn and visit the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and Talat Noi. Even differences in ship type and accommodation location.

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08

Chiang Mai in 4 days: Old City and Doi Suthep

Stay for 3 consecutive nights in the old town, including temples, northern food, and half a day in Doi Suthep. Your choice of visit to Nimmanhaemin will depend on your physical condition.

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09

Which Vietnam destination fits your trip?

We compare 7 Vietnam itineraries based on recreation, history, city preferences, accommodation, and travel companions.

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10

Which Taiwan destination fits your trip?

Compare 7 Taiwan itineraries based on transfers, accommodations, and companions. Even the difference between Alishan stay days and Penghu transit allowance.

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11

Hue in 4 days: the Imperial City and royal tombs

Stayed 3 consecutive nights in Hue, splitting between the royal palace and the outlying royal tombs. Round trip transfers from Da Nang Airport, local food and 4 accommodations.

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12

Hsinchu and Beipu in 4 days: old streets and Hakka tea

Stay for 3 consecutive nights in Hsinchu city and visit Beipu Hakka village, tea, and food around Chenghuang Temple. From station classification to bus movement.

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13

Yilan and Jiaoxi in 4 days: scenery and hot springs

Staying in Jiaoxi for three consecutive nights, splitting one day between Lanyang Museum and downtown Yilan. 4 hot spring accommodations, local food, and even rail transportation.

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14

Penghu in 4 days: villages, bridges and the sea

Using Magong as a base, we divide Tongliang·Erkan·Daguoye and Shanshui beaches. 4 lodging options and ample time to transfer and return to the main island.

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15

Nha Trang in 4 days: city beaches and a northern outing

Stay for 3 consecutive nights at Tran Phu Beach, connecting Po Nagar, Mud Bath, and Long Son Pagoda. Compare the location difference with Cam Ranh Resort.

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16

Da Lat in 4 days: lakes, coffee and highland walks

Split the night between visiting Coffee in the north and Truc Lam Pagoda and Tuyen Lam Lake in the south. Up to 4 alternatives and accommodations for rainy days.

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17

Ho Chi Minh City in 4 days: lanes, museums and Cho Lon

Stay for 3 consecutive nights at the Ben Thanh·Dong Khoi base and walk through historical areas and Cho Lon area by section. 4 accommodations, meals, and rainy season alternatives.

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18

Phu Quoc in 4 days: a beach base and time to rest

Stay three nights in a row on the west beach, visit Hon Thom and Sunset Town in one day, and leave some time to relax with Duong Dong.

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19

Hanoi and Ha Long Bay in 4 days

Stay in Hoan Kiem for 3 consecutive nights and connect the Old Town, Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo and Ha Long Bay Route 2 without moving any luggage.

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20

Da Nang and Hoi An in 4 days: coast and lanterns

2 nights in Da Nang and 1 night in Hoi An, connecting My Khe Beach, Ba Na Hills, Marble Mountains, and Old Town in one direction.

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21

Chiayi and Alishan in 3 days: forest rail and sunrise

1 night in Chiayi and 1 night in Alishan, connecting the mountain train, Fenqihu, Xinmok Forest, and Zhoushan sunrise.

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22

Taichung and Sun Moon Lake in 4 days

2 nights in Taichung followed by 1 night at Sun Moon Lake to enjoy the market, architecture, wetlands and sunset and morning on the lake.

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23

Kaohsiung and Tainan in 4 days

Stay in Kaohsiung for 3 consecutive nights and connect Pier-2, Cijin, Lotus Pond and Tainan old city center and Anping by high-speed rail.

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24

Taipei in 4 days: city lanes, Shifen and Jiufen

Stay for 3 consecutive nights in downtown Taipei, connecting Longshan Temple, 101, Shifen, and Jiufen via public transportation in one direction.

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25

Nagoya and Gero in 3 days: city sights and hot springs

After seeing Nagoya Castle and Sakae, take the Limited Express Hida to Gero Hot Springs for one night in the city and one night at a ryokan.

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26

Hakodate and Yunokawa in 3 days

After seeing the night view of the bay and Motomachi, go through Goryokaku and go to Yunokawa Onsen near the airport for one night in the city and one night at a ryokan.

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27

Nagasaki and Unzen in 3 days

The plan is to see the night view of the port and Mount Inasa, then take a direct bus to Unzen Hot Springs for one night in the city and one night at a ryokan.

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28

Hakone in 3 days: the loop and a ryokan stay

This is a standard circular route that goes from Gora, over Owakudani, down to Lake Ashi, and then resting at Tonosawa Ryokan.

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29

Matsuyama and Dogo Onsen in 3 days

Enjoy a night of castles, trams, and hot springs with one night in Matsuyama city and one night at Dogo Onsen ryokan.

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30

Kobe and Arima in 3 days: harbor and hot springs

From Kobe Port to Arima Onsen via Nunobiki, 1 night at a city hotel and 1 night at a hot spring ryokan.

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31

Hiroshima and Miyajima in 3 days

One night in Hiroshima city and one night on Miyajima Island, connecting Peace Park, Great Torii, and Mount Misen at the same time.

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32

Takayama and Shirakawa-go in 4 days

We stayed 3 consecutive nights in Takayama and connected the morning market, Edo period alley and Shirakawa-go by train and reserved bus.

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33

Kyushu in 5 days: a loop from Fukuoka

Connects Yufuin, Beppu, Kurokawa, Aso, and Kumamoto in one circle from Fukuoka Airport.

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34

Kyoto in 4 days: temples and early starts

Stayed 3 consecutive nights at Kyoto Station and visited Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, Arashiyama, and Kinkaku-ji to avoid the crowds.

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35

Tokyo in 4 days: Shinjuku, Shibuya and Asakusa

We stayed in Shinjuku for 3 consecutive nights and walked in different directions: Meiji Jingu, Shibuya, Asakusa, and Tokyo Skytree.

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36

Osaka in 4 days: Namba, Umeda and USJ

Staying at Namba for 3 consecutive nights, connecting Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, Umeda, and USJ with the simplest route.

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37

Okinawa in 4 days: a drive along the coast

It starts from Naha and connects Kouri Bridge, Churaumi, and Onna in one northbound route.

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38

Central Hokkaido in 4 days: Biei, Furano and Asahidake

Staying in Asahikawa, we join Biei·Furano and Asahidake, the first color spot in Japan.

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39

Sapporo in 3 days: autumn streets and Jozankei

A continuous route connects Odori and Mount Moiwa to Jozankei Gorge and Hokkaido Ginkgo Tree.

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Kanazawa in 3 days: gardens and historic lanes

Walk in one direction from Omicho Market to Chaya Street, Kenrokuen and Nagamachi.

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41

Fukuoka in 3 days: autumn walks and city evenings

Staying overnight in Hakata easily connects Dazaifu, Kamado Shrine, and Ohori Park.

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42

Kawaguchiko in 3 days: lakeside Mount Fuji views

Overwhelming views from Oishi Park to Chureito and Oshino Hakkai.

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43

Fujinomiya in 3 days: waterfalls, lakes and Mount Fuji

We organized a smooth route from downtown Fujinomiya to Shiraito Falls and Lake Tanuki.

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These English editions follow the Korean guides. Review dates, sample prices and visitor eligibility are stated in each article. Check official notices and booking conditions for your travel dates.