Nan, a province I've always wanted to visit, finally became a reality. Despite my friends' busy schedules, a sudden wave of loneliness led me to book a flight on a whim.

"Fly even when you're not a pro, your heart desires to go, so let's do it!"

After booking the flight, the next step was to find accommodation, with a rough plan in mind to visit Pua to see the lush green rice fields, the highlight of Pua district.

The second day was spent at Aun Ai Mang at Span. On the third and final day, we explored the city before flying back to Bangkok.

4 days and 3 nights.

The First Day in Pua: Witnessing the Lush Green Rice Fields

The first day in Pua was marked by the sight of vibrant green rice fields, a testament to the beauty of the region.

We departed on Friday, September 30th, boarding the plane around 7:00 AM. We called a taxi and arrived at the airport almost an hour early, so we waited at the gate.

It's time to fly!

My heart raced with excitement as I boarded the plane, a tinge of loneliness creeping in as I realized I was traveling solo. But I had already embarked on this journey, and there was no turning back! The flight took approximately 45-50 minutes.

Upon arrival in Nan province, the view from the plane as it descended was breathtaking. The lush greenery and absence of towering buildings filled me with excitement. (I secretly...)

(It's a pity I didn't take a picture.)

We have arrived in Nan province. We asked the information officer where to catch a songthaew to Pua. We had done some research and found that we should...

Walk forward to the airport and cross the road to wait for a blue songthaew, Nan-Pua route. But it seems so far away, haha.

We decided to take a songthaew from the airport to the bus station, which was a bit of a detour. We figured we could explore the city center while we were at it. After taking in the sights, we paid 60 baht for the ride. We stopped for lunch at the bus station before boarding a songthaew to Pua from Nan for 50 baht. The journey took about an hour and a half.

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After a while, I started to see the rice fields. I was like, "Wow, this is amazing!" This is what I wanted to see, and now I'm here. And this is before I even reach the Pua district.

How amazing would it be to see the full performance if the highlights were already so exciting?

The rice fields we saw before entering Pua. Amazing, right? Amazing!!!

Upon reaching Pua district, the songthaew driver kindly dropped us off at the Sukkiew intersection, conveniently located near our accommodation, Green Hill Resort.

Because it is conveniently located near the local bus stop that goes to Aun Ai Mang and Span.

We took a nap to recharge before heading out around 1 pm. We didn't ride ourselves, but hired a motorcycle taxi to take us to our desired destination.

Starting with the first stop, **Phuket Temple, the highlight of Pa-aw District**, with lush green rice fields as far as the eye can see. Is it as beautiful as the picture? You have to go see for yourself.

Why are you so green, my child?!

Hipster selfie with feet, solo style. 55

Dress up in a theme, plaid shirt, and place the camera on the walkway. 55

A Day in the Rice Fields and a Visit to the Tai Lue Coffee House

After enjoying the rice fields for a while, we called a motorbike taxi to take us to the Tai Lue Coffee House.

Near the coffee shop, there was a stall selling woven fabrics and traditional hill tribe clothing for 200-250 baht each.

The coffee shop itself was decorated with wood and had comfortable seating made of woven bamboo. Unfortunately, my camera battery died, and my phone camera wasn't good enough to capture the beauty of the place. (I'll definitely have to go back!) Drinks were reasonably priced, ranging from 40-50 baht.

Considering the taste and the overall view, it was definitely worth it!

We had the motorbike taxi pick us up from the Tai Lue Coffee House and take us to our accommodation, as rain was approaching. We didn't make it to the Huay Nam mushroom farm. The total fare for the motorbike taxi was 130 baht, which was reasonable considering the distance between the two locations and the distance from our accommodation.

For dinner, we enjoyed delicious grilled chicken and sticky rice. A perfect end to a perfect day!

**Day 2: Let's go to Aun Ai Mang at Span.**

We woke up early at 5:30 am, but it was raining. We were hoping that it would stop raining or at least become a drizzle.

The reason for walking to the bus stop was to avoid getting caught in heavy rain. If the rain became too intense, it would be impossible to walk, and the sky seemed to be cooperating with our plans.

The rain started to subside around 6 pm. Around 6:30 pm, we went out to eat at a buffet. The seniors who were preparing the food asked why we were leaving so early.

We replied that we were worried about missing the first bus because the bus from Pua to Bo Kluea only runs twice a day, at 7:30 and 9:00 AM. If we miss these buses, we will have to hire a private car.

We arrived at the bus station at 7 am. The bus station is located just past the intersection before reaching Pua Market. There is a gas station opposite the bus station. Don't worry about getting lost because there is a bus station pavilion. Pua-Nan Bus Station (when returning to the city, get on here).

The owner of the car we will be traveling with is named Pi Samak. We agreed on a price of 180 baht to go to Aun Ai Mang at Span, which is beyond Bo Kluea.

The normal fare for a ride from Pua to Bo Kluea is 80 baht, but the driver charged me an additional 100 baht.

At precisely 7:30, the car departed. We were fortunate to have front seats, which provided some comfort. The driver, Mr. Samart, was exceptionally accommodating, even stopping briefly to allow us to take a few photographs. However, the stop was rather lengthy, and we were unable to capture many images.

The entire route was a joy to drive, with stunning sea fog and fresh air. The lush greenery along the way was a sight to behold.

Traveling from Pua - Warmth of Mang Spun

Sea of mist (thin mist and smoke, so similar that sometimes it is impossible to know)

As we reached the salt mine, people started to get off the bus one by one. I was the only one left, and I continued for another 8 kilometers until I reached Span. If I had gone further, I would have reached the Chalermprakiet district.

It took us about 2 hours to reach Aun Ai Mang at Span.

The view made us scream internally. It was so good for the soul. We loved the feeling of sitting in the car for a long time, but the destination was beautiful and worth the trip.

The view from where we had breakfast.

Upon our arrival, we were greeted by Aunt Jin, who manages the Aun Ai Mang house. Aunt Jin invited us to join her for breakfast, as two female tourists were checking out and finishing their meal. We gladly accepted her invitation.

Auntie Jin's breakfast spread included shrimp congee, dried squid, fried eggs, sausages, and sweet treats.

"It's delicious, isn't it? It's like visiting a relative's house and having them cook rice porridge for you. So we had a little bit of everything."

Feeling a bit peckish upon arrival.

A breakfast view you won't find in Bangkok :)

A Warm Welcome at Aun Ai Mang's Homestay in Span

Aun Jin invited us to relax while she prepared our accommodation. We borrowed bicycles to explore the village, stopping at the scenic bridge where many visitors take photos. We couldn't resist capturing the moment ourselves, setting up our tripod for the perfect shot.

The warm-hearted followers came with us.

Span village is a small village with nothing much, but the view is beautiful. Just seeing the mountains and the clear clouds is enough to make you happy.

We returned to the accommodation and sat down to read the Shin-chan comics that were available. After finishing two volumes, Aunt Jin allowed us to rest in the yurt.

Our accommodation is a canvas tent for 600 baht/night. It was very comfortable. At first, I was a little worried because there was no lock.

"Don't worry," Aunt Jin reassured me. "The people here are friendly, and there are no dangerous people around. Besides, I live next door, so you'll be safe." With that, I decided to take a nap.

Because I woke up early this morning.

Inside the tent where we slept, the colors were vibrant and we slept very comfortably.

Upon waking up, I encountered two female tourists from Bangkok. We chatted about our origins.

They were very excited to see me arrive alone. Since I've been here, many people have asked me why I'm alone and if I don't have any friends.

Worth it! Although my friends were busy and I ended up going alone, I still enjoyed it. I met great people throughout the trip, even though I only knew them for a day.

However, being in a place with just you and me naturally led to a comfortable conversation.

Before having dinner in the evening, we rushed to take a shower first, because it would definitely be cold at night.

The bathroom is a shared bathroom, which is convenient and has a hairdryer. However, if you book a private room, you will have a private bathroom.

Aunt Jin brought us dinner at night. She even went to the trouble of picking fresh wild vegetables to cook for us. It was delicious.

We absolutely loved Aunty Jin's mackerel chili paste with pickled olives. If you're interested in having dinner cooked by Aunty Jin, she charges an additional 120 baht per person on top of the accommodation fee.

Today's meal includes:

• Stir-fried sweet potato leaves with oyster sauce
• Fried egg
• Mackerel chili paste with pickled mangoes
• Fresh vegetables
• Boiled vegetables
• Boiled egg
• Fried chicken

After finishing my meal, I excused myself to go to bed, as I had an appointment with the same driver, Mr. Somchai, to pick me up at 8:30 AM the next day.

At night, the rain made the air pleasantly cool, eliminating the need for air conditioning. The natural breeze was refreshing.

Sleep soundly without dreaming, you could say, deep sleep Zzzzz

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Day 3: Let's Enter Nan :)

I woke up early as usual, at 6 am. I went downstairs to take a shower and came back up to get dressed and pack my things.

I saw Aunt Jin preparing breakfast, which was not ready yet. So I walked to the bridge as usual, but this time it was even better.

The mist is so thick, I want to pour red water on the clouds. 555

Upon returning, I found that Aunt Jin had just finished cooking. It was rice porridge, just like yesterday, and there was also a delicious stir-fried crispy lettuce.

We continued to enjoy the traditional Thai desserts, indulging until we were completely satisfied. Aunt Jin also treated us to fresh passion fruit, which was incredibly delicious and fragrant.

This has captivated us, prompting us to purchase it at the mall upon our return to Bangkok. 555

Before leaving, we gave Aunty Jin a colored picture as a gift. We had planned to bring a coloring book on this trip and color pictures while writing heartfelt messages to the people we met. Aunty Jin was overjoyed and kissed us on the cheek, saying that she would surely miss us when we left.

And then, tears welled up in my eyes. 5555 It's strange, we haven't known each other for long, but I feel like she's a lovely aunt, like one of my own family.

Before leaving, we took a picture together as a souvenir.

Before leaving, he rushed to cut a pomelo from his house and peeled it for us to eat in the car. If that's not love, I don't know what is. :)

Auntie Jin's breakfast

Aunt Jin's Passion Fruit

Color for Auntie Jin

Auntie Jin and us

We traveled for 2 hours as usual, and arrived in Pua. It took almost 2 hours to get from Pua to Nan city.

We parked at the Nan Provincial Tourist Center, which is opposite Wat Phumin. We stopped by to buy green tea and postcards as souvenirs.

And crossed over to Wat Phumin to take a picture of Whisper of Love to the World, which is the highlight of Nan. It's like if you don't come to take a picture, it's like you haven't been here.

Phumin Temple, Whispering Love of Nan City

We arrived at the Nan Provincial Museum, but unfortunately it was closed for renovations. We were only able to take photos of the exterior.

We encountered another tourist from Bangkok, so we asked them to take a picture of us with the tree in front of the museum.

Thai people are kind.

Traveling alone, I need someone kind to take a picture for me.

Feeling hungry, we stopped by Khao Soi Ton Nam for a bowl of Khao Soi Gai. It was delicious and affordable, and the owner was very friendly.

Khao soi, a heartwarming dish.

After finishing our meal, we called the owner of the accommodation to pick us up. We stayed at Sundara Guesthouse, a charming and artistic guesthouse with around 5 rooms. The signature feature of this place is the abundance of rabbits, as the owner graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Chiang Mai University and incorporates rabbits into all of their artwork. Bicycles are also available for rent.

Sundara Guest House

After arriving at our accommodation, we took a nap to recharge, as usual. 5555 When we woke up, we were hungry, but it was raining, so we couldn't go to the walking street.

So we had to wait for the rain to stop and then cycled to find something simple to eat, like a steak (simple where? 55555).

After we were full, we cycled back to our accommodation to prepare to paint for the owner, who will give it to us as a souvenir tomorrow. But this time, we have to show off our skills.

The owner graduated from art school, you know. 55555

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Day 4 Exploring Nan City and Saying Goodbye

Today we could wake up late because we didn't have to rush anything. We woke up, took a shower, got dressed, and cycled along the way.

We stopped at Sweety 9, which sells breakfast and drinks.

So we ordered a salad with sai oua sausage, which was delicious. The sai oua was excellent, but! It wasn't enough, so we had to go to Khao Soi Ton Nam.

This time, we'll have the beef khao soi. 55555

Sai Oua Salad from Sweety 9 Restaurant

After enjoying a delicious savory meal, we cycled to "Aun Nim's Dessert Shop." However, the shop didn't open until 11:00 am, and it was only 10:00 am at the time.

Therefore, we continued cycling around the city center. The city is very easy to navigate, as the attractions are located close together and can be explored by bike or on foot.

Nan City Pillar Shrine

Wat Si Phan Ton (opposite Pa Nim's Dessert Shop)

Glancing at my watch, I saw that it was already 11 am. I quickly cycled to Pa Nim's Dessert Shop, as I had to check out by noon.

Upon arriving at the shop, the owner informed me that only fresh coconut milk bua loy was available. I ordered a cup for 30 baht, and it was delicious, with the coconut milk not being overly sweet.

My eyes caught sight of homemade ice cream for 25 baht a scoop. I decided to try the mulberry and mafai flavors.

The mulberry flavor was pleasantly tart and sweet, while the mafai flavor was somewhat peculiar, with a strong plum-like taste that is difficult to describe.

I couldn't finish it all. 5555

After finishing our meal, we cycled back to our accommodation as it was nearing check-out time. We also asked the owner to take us to the airport.

The owner was kind enough to take us to the Phra That Chae Haeng before dropping us off at the airport. We didn't forget to give him the colored picture we had painstakingly created as a souvenir before saying our goodbyes at the airport.

For those born in the year of the Rabbit, it is recommended to pay respects at Phra That Chae Haeng.

Photo we provided to the owner of Sundara guest house

Our first solo trip to the countryside, lasting four days and three nights, was an unforgettable experience.

I believe there will be many more trips to come, and I may even return to Nan again. I love the city of Nan, its atmosphere, and its people.

If you have the chance, consider visiting Nan. It's truly a wonderful place.

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