U-Tapao International Airport 1 hr 5
Phra Chedi Klang Nam (Samut Chedi) (27 min)
Striking, white stupa overlooking the calm Rayong River, with a nearby mangrove trail. Wong Duean Beach (3 hr 7)
Popular sandy stretch in a shallow, crescent-shaped bay, backed by resorts & food stalls. Prao Beach (2 hr 32)
Palm-fringed, white sandy Koh Samet strip with reef & clear waters teeming with fish & resorts. Rayong Aquarium (14 min)
Aquarium with an array of fish & sea animals, plus educational exhibits on the fishing industry. Ao Thian (3 hr 16)
Small coves separated by rocky outcrops on a laid-back beach with waterside restaurants & bars. Wai Beach (3 hr 22)
White sandy beach with a resort, plus clear waters & reef for snorkeling off a small island. Ko Samet (2 hr 59)
White sand beaches, tranquil, clear waters & coral reefs are the draw to this compact island. Noi Na Beach (2 hr 46)
Stretch of coastline on Ko Samet island featuring white sand, modest lodging & a Chinese shrine. Sai Kaew Beach (17 min)
Many speedboats cruise the waters off this white-sand beach with an adjacent, upscale resort. Khao Laemya National Park (2 hr 26)
Established in 1981, this marine national park includes an archipelago & multiple islands. Ao Wai (3 hr 31) Ao Phai (2 hr 44)
Compact stretch of white sand with waterfront restaurants, comfy resorts & scenic views. Ao Nuan (2 hr 59) Ao Chor (3 hr 3) Mae Ram Phueng Beach (1 min)
Low-key sand beach with a typical range of vendors & restaurants serving seafood & pizza. | 
