Eastern Gulf Getaway
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    4 Days
    easy
    budget

    Eastern Gulf Getaway

    Pattaya → Koh Samet

    Trip Overview

    Combine the vibrant beach city of Pattaya with the tranquil island paradise of Koh Samet, perfect for a quick escape from Bangkok.

    Highlights

    Pattaya Walking Street
    Koh Larn snorkeling
    Koh Samet beaches
    Water sports
    Nightlife

    Regions Covered

    Chonburi
    Rayong

    Estimated Costs

    Budget฿8,000
    Mid-Range฿20,000
    Luxury฿50,000

    *Estimates per person, excluding international flights

    Best Season

    November - May

    Difficulty

    easy

    Duration

    4 Days

    Day-by-Day Itinerary

    1

    Bangkok to Pattaya

    Pattaya

    Morning

    Drive from Bangkok (2 hrs)

    Afternoon

    Beach time, explore Walking Street

    Evening

    Rooftop bar, nightlife

    Stay:Pattaya Beach Road hotel
    Meals:Dinner included
    Tip:Pattaya is the closest beach to Bangkok
    2

    Koh Larn Day Trip

    Koh Larn

    Morning

    Ferry to Koh Larn island

    Afternoon

    Beach hopping, snorkeling, parasailing

    Evening

    Return, floating market

    Stay:Same hotel
    Meals:Breakfast included
    Tip:Koh Larn has cleaner beaches than Pattaya
    3

    Pattaya to Koh Samet

    Koh Samet

    Morning

    Drive to Ban Phe pier (1.5 hrs)

    Afternoon

    Ferry to Koh Samet, check in

    Evening

    Beach BBQ, fire shows

    Stay:Sai Kaew Beach resort
    Meals:Breakfast, dinner included
    Tip:National park fee applies for Koh Samet
    4

    Departure

    Return

    Morning

    Beach time, island exploration

    Afternoon

    Ferry and return to Bangkok

    Evening

    Depart

    Stay:N/A
    Meals:Breakfast included
    Tip:Allow 4 hours for return journey

    Packing Tips

    • Water sports gear
    • Party clothes
    • Cash for Koh Samet
    • Reef shoes
    • Sunscreen

    Pro Tips

    • Koh Samet is great for weekends
    • Book Sai Kaew Beach for the best party vibe
    • Ao Phai is more peaceful

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