Trip to Thailand

The perfect blend of modern and ancient, mountains and beaches, palaces and islands, Thailand is a treasure to all those who visit. One of the best cities to visit in Thailand is the capital, Bangkok. Boasting everything that makes Thailand special from temples and palaces to nightclubs and amazing food. Northern Thailand is home to gorgeous Chiang Mai, known for its wealth of temples, breathtaking surrounding mountains, and nature, as well as a packed night market.

Head even further north to experience the cultural diversity of Chiang Rai, and its beautiful temples. Following this, venture into the area known as the Golden Triangle, on the border of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar to go a little more off the beaten path. You can spend the day relaxing on the beach, go swimming, paddle boating and diving, eat tropical fruit, and top it all off with stunning sunsets and great nightlife.

With some of the best beach resorts in Thailand, a visit to one of the remarkable Thai islands is the perfect way to finish your trip in this gorgeous country. Start planning your trip today with our Thailand Trip Planner.

Easily plan your trip based on your preferences, budget, and style. Best known for its nightlife and vibrant atmosphere, this sprawling metropolis boasts ancient temples, museums, and cultural venues. North Thailand's largest city is a vibrant cultural hub, boasting temples and museums, as well as nearby national parks. The second capital of the historic Kingdom of Siam retains some of its well-preserved ancient temples, royal buildings, and palaces.

The second-largest island in Thailand, Ko Samui boasts opulent marine life perfect for snorkeling, great hiking, and lovely beaches. Thailand's largest island offers a wealth of picturesque beaches, dramatic karst scenery, and delicious local cuisine. Nestled amidst breathtaking nature, this town is a hub for backpackers, offering an authentic Thai ambiance and great local food.

A city rich in culture and many fun activities, Pattaya boasts beaches, aquaparks, shrines, nightlife, and access to nearby islands. Famed for its monthly Full Moon Party, this picturesque island offers peace, lush scenery, beaches, and sun the rest of the month. Popular with local and international travelers, this island offers spectacular beaches, crystal clear waters, and pristine nature. A lively city with a fascinating history, Chiang Rai offers its visitors an array of temples, great hiking, and bustling markets. This small scenic town is in fact a cluster of villages, boasting almost bucolic ambiance, nice beaches, and lush surrounding nature.

A vibrant town with a turbulent WWII history, Kanchanaburi offers easy access to nearby natural attractions and national parks.

Plan a trip Popular trips Testimonials Help. Create your perfect trip to Thailand Easily plan your trip based on your preferences, budget, and style. Regions in Thailand Bangkok by Tore Bustad. Ayutthaya by Pablo Cuneo. Chanthaburi river by David Darricau. Chiang Mai Moat by Stefan Fussan. Chiang Rai by Axel Drainville. River Kwai-4 by John Ayuthaya City by Philip Roeland. Ayutthaya by Wilson Loo Kok Wee. Wat Chaiwatthanaram - Ayutthaya, Thailand by Z4nclr4. Wat Mahatat by Scott. Ayutthaya by Guillaume Capron.

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Suggested romantic Itineraries for Thailand Lamai Beach by jipe7. There are a lot of unique experiences you can do here. Normally tour agencies pick you up and take you somewhere for the entire day. My favorite was zip-lining through the treetops. But you can do many other stuff:. A reliable place is Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Apart from these, the town of Chiang Mai itself has places worth to see. Temples like and the Sunday Night Market, where the entire city goes out to check handicrafts, clothing and street food stalls. Make sure you stay inside the Old Town walls to be in walking distance of all the major sights.

These were my top two choices when I was looking — both are cheap, have WiFi and are conveniently located in the Old Town. For the record, I decided to go with the second one in the end:.

Time to fly to the islands! I suggest the province of Krabi over Phuket just because the Andaman Coast has a bit more choices of islands to go to. Check my island hopping guide for more info. No matter what they say, Railay Beach is not a decent beach. Krabi is a worldwide renowned spot for rock-climbing, but I preferred to focus my time on exploring nearby islands.

Thailand Itinerary, Place 5: Koh Lanta or other tropical island Sunsets are definitely one of the strongest points of Koh Lanta. My 1 island in Thailand. A relaxing and paradisiac island in the south of the country, better from December to February months. The only problem is: After several days of moving around, the last thing you want is more hassle. While Koh Samui has gorgeous coves, sandy beaches and bays, it also seems to be a popular choice for everyone seeking resort-kind-of-holidays.

As a plus, the 3rd largest island in Thailand can be conveniently reached by airport. There are several daily flights between the island and other airports in the country, specially Bangkok. With a wild jungle scenery in the interior, a huge Marine National Park and long sandy beaches, Koh Lanta is a great final stop to any Thai trip. To go back to Bangkok , you can also choose to fly from Trang airport. For that reason, Koh Lanta would be my choice for you.

This is the island to embrace procrastination and enjoy a luxury tropical lifestyle. They say you should increase a bit your budget for the last legs of any trip, so this is it. So still amazing value-for-money! Although there are some remote resorts to the south, the hotels along Long Beach are a great place to stay. I stayed 5 nights in the beautiful Long Beach Chalet and could easily stay a few more.

Start your search with this shortlist of the top-rated hotels in Koh Lanta, with WiFi and swimming pool. Always back to Bangkok a few days in advance before your international flight back home for enough buffer time. NEVER on the same day. You never know what can happen and missing a long-haul flight is a shitty and expensive situation. So Bangkok , again. Final stop on this trip!

You can find pretty much anything you want at laughable prices, but haggling skills come in handy! Well, consider yourself lucky! You can easily add in a few more days in each one of the places mentioned before. The best way to describe Koh Lipe was that I felt I was in a dream the whole time. Oh the white soft sand beaches, the turqoise waters, the smile of the people and the amazing food. Not to mention the super cheap massage places.

Read more about Koh Lipe. In the north of the country and right next to the border with Laos , Chiang Rai province is one of the most authentic in Thailand. So much that the traditional Thai culture is completely gone in favor of trash-filled waters, mega-resorts and nightclubs and drunken backpackers. Sadly, even Krabi is becoming more and more like that. Now maybe this is your thing and I understand there is some level of curiosity to see it with your own eyes. By all means, go ahead! Generally speaking, the best weather in Thailand can be found anywhere between October and April.

I was impressed to know seasons are different in the islands in the Andaman Coast vs the Gulf Coast. Selective Asia allows you to check the weather in the different regions of the country by month. Have a read at what to pack for Southeast Asia , specially if this is your first trip. Invest in a good repellent. And most importantly, be responsible. Tourism is a huge driver of the economy in Thailand and businesses are popping like mushrooms — both the good and the bad ones. Your email address will not be published. I have a friend who recently went there, she absolutely loved diving in Koh Tao at the Sail Rock https: So happy I stumbled upon this!!

This is very much in line with the feedback my friend gave me when he came back from his first Thailand trip. He went to more touristy islands and was disappointed, and now wants to go back to experience the less touristy spots. Thanks for sharing this. Excited to book my trip for Really a Very nice blog. We also deal with thailand tour packages best and affordable price. For more details, you can check the given different packages link what you love.

This is exactly what I needed! Our tickets for 3 weeks in November are bought, now we need to plan itinerary. You answered so many of my questions and, trust me, it is not the first site I visit. This is an awesome itinerary. I will be travelling to Thailand this November for about 2. I am also all for avoiding touristy areas that have now been westernized.

What are your thoughts about starting our thailand trip in Chiang Mai rather than Bangkok and then work from north to south? Thank you SO much for this blog post.. I am so happy I stumbled upon this. We are more interested in the island life rather than Bangkok and chiang mai. Your itinerary sounds fabulous. Our family of 4, including 11 and 15 year old boys great travelers , is considering doing this itinerary in July. We have to because of school.

What do you think about this timing? Will it be ok? We are not afraid of the heat, but worried the rain will ruin the trip. Thailand is probably the most tourist-ready country in Southeast Asia. I have spent at least hours in the last week studying your website. I have a choice of waiting to go in late May or early July. Ultimately my decision will come down to cost.

But this ultimately depends on how strict is your budget!