Pai

Pai needs 2 days: the town and its famous bamboo bridge on one, and nearby waterfalls and canyons on the other. November-February is the ideal cool, dry season, since the mountain road with over 700 curves leading to the town is safer without rain. It's among Thailand's cheapest destinations, with a relaxed backpacker vibe and prices reflecting its geographic isolation. It's a small mountain valley town that became a countercultural refuge for travelers from around the world since the 2000s, with a deliberately slow pace of life that contrasts with the rest of the country.