Phu Kradueng National Park is best known for its high- altitude plateau of the same name, with an elevation of 1,316 meters. Come winter temperatures on the iconic flat peak can drop to freezing levels, when red maple leaves line the ground. About one hour's drive from Loei city in Thailand's North.

8. Phu Langka, Phayao This mountain, and national park of the same name, is best for its incredible sea of fog, which sees otherworldly rock formations stand out like islands in the sky. 1,720 meters above sea level. About a 120km-drive from Phayao city.

9. Doi Angkhang, Chiang Mai Best known as the place where HM the King's Royal Projects began, Doi Angkhang is the perfect place to get a taste of winter—when temperatures are known to dip to below-zero and real Japanese cherry blossoms bloom. The peak is 1,928 meters above sea level and about three hours' drive from Chiang Mai.

10. Doi Samer Dao, Nan True to its name (which translates to "Next to the Stars"), this is the perfect place to lie on the grass and gaze at a sea of stars. Added bonus: The super sunrise.

15. Doi Mamuang Sammuen, Tak

Situated in the deep forest of Mae Sot, Tak province, the 1,800-meter Doi Mamuang Sammuen is truly like walking on the clouds. An added bonus awaits at the peak where you can see the heart-shape of Pre Toh Lor Su, the tallest waterfall in Thailand at 508 meters high. Visiting here is the real deal as it requires an 18km trek that takes three days and two nights. Rainy season is the best time to go.