📍 Thailand

THAILAND COMPLETE: TEMPLE GOLD, JUNGLE MIST AND ISLAND BLUE

Golden spires piercing humid sky, jungle temples guarding secrets, coral gardens shimmering beneath longtail shadows. Thailand, endless enchantment.

≈ 20
Days
2954
Km
6
Stops
📖 9 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Enter Bangkok through Wat Pho, between incense and reclining Buddha, then head to Ayutthaya and its root-entwined ruins. Reach Chiang Mai and its hilltop temples, before diving at Koh Tao among corals. End at Koh Phangan, where night comes alive by the water and changes the pace.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Bangkok

golden spires pierce above chaophraya river bustle

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Day 1
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Explore Chinatown (Yaowarat Road, Samphanthawong District), lively streets and Chinese temples.
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Activities

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Walk through food markets and taste local street food in Chinatown.
2
Day

Bangkok

golden spires pierce above chaophraya river bustle

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Day 2
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Discover

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Visit the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple.
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Visit Wat Pho, the temple of the Reclining Buddha.
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Activities

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Stroll around Khao San Road in the evening for nightlife and street markets.
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Next stop
Distance: 5 km
Travel time: 15min
3
Day

Bangkok

golden spires pierce above chaophraya river bustle

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Day 3
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Discover

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Visit Chatuchak Weekend Market (open Sat-Sun).
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Explore MBK Center, a popular shopping complex for bargains and souvenirs.
3
Relax at Lumphini Park.
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Activities

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Sample local food stalls inside Chatuchak Market.
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Next stop
Distance: 9 km
Travel time: 25min
4
Day

Ayutthaya

buddha heads rest in strangler fig embrace

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Day 4
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Discover

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Discover Ayutthaya Historical Park — Wat Mahathat, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, Wat Phra Si Sanphet.
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Activities

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Take a guided day tour from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with a private driver.
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Next stop
Distance: 80 km
Travel time: 1h30
5
Day

Chiang Mai

doi suthep temple crowns misty mountain sacred

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Day 5
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Discover

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Walk through Chiang Mai Old City and visit local temples.
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Explore Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
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Activities

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Dinner and music at Ploen Ruedee Night Market (food trucks).
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Learn about Buddhist traditions and monk meditation at Doi Suthep.
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Next stop
✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 700 km
Travel time: 10h
6
Day

Chiang Mai

doi suthep temple crowns misty mountain sacred

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Day 6
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Discover

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Visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary for ethical elephant care.
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Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with panoramic city views.
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Activities

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Book next-day island tour (James Bond or Phi Phi).
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Next stop
Distance: 30 km
Travel time: 45min
7
Day

Phuket

andaman gateway where island adventures launch south

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Day 7
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Discover

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Stroll through Phuket Town and local markets.
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Activities

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Kayak in limestone caves around Hong Islands.
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Relax at the seaside hotel Bamboo Huts by Charm Churee.
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Next stop
✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 1210 km
Travel time: 10h
8
Day

Phuket

andaman gateway where island adventures launch south

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Day 8
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Discover

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Excursion to James Bond Island (Ko Tapu) and Hong Islands.
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Stop at Koh Panyee floating village.
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Activities

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Attend diving theory and safety briefing, followed by open-water dive.
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 1h30
9
Day

Koh Tao

coral gardens train new divers in warm waters

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Day 9
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Discover

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Travel from Phuket to Koh Tao via Surat Thani and ferry.
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Activities

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Snorkeling at Shark Bay (weather permitting).
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Relax on Baan Manali Resort private beach.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 300 km
Travel time: 10h
10
Day

Koh Tao

coral gardens train new divers in warm waters

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Day 10
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Discover

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Diving baptism with Pura Vida Diving School (2 immersions).
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Activities

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Taste tropical fruits and visit local villages.
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Day

Koh Tao

coral gardens train new divers in warm waters

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Day 11
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Discover

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Visit Jansom Bay, Shark Bay, and Chalok Baan Kao Bay.
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Activities

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Relax and swim at Bottle Beach (Haad Khuat).
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Next stop
Distance: 10 km
Travel time: 20min
12
Day

Koh Phangan

full moon drums echo across haad rin sands

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Day 12
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Discover

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Ferry trip from Koh Tao to Koh Phangan (1h30).
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Evening stroll at Phantip Night Food Market, Thong Sala.
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Activities

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Prepare for international departure at Bangkok airport.
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Next stop
Distance: 45 km
Travel time: 1h30
13
Day

Koh Phangan

full moon drums echo across haad rin sands

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Day 13
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Discover

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Phangan Bicycle Tour — explore jungle, temples, and fruit farms.
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Activities

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Dégustez des fruits tropicaux et visitez les villages locaux.
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Next stop
Distance: 20 km
Travel time: 30min
14
Day

Koh Phangan

full moon drums echo across haad rin sands

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Day 14
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Discover

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Boat excursion to Bottle Beach and snorkeling stop near Chaloklum.
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Activities

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Détendez-vous et nagez à Bottle Beach (Haad Khuat).
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Next stop
Distance: 15 km
Travel time: 45min
15
Day

Bangkok

golden spires pierce above chaophraya river bustle

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Day 15
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Ferry to Surat Thani + flight back to Bangkok.
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Activities

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Préparez-vous pour le départ international à l'aéroport de Bangkok.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 470 km
Travel time: 9h40

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Cool Season (November-February): Perfect weather (20-30°C) with minimal rainfall, comfortable temperatures, and peak tourist season. Highest prices but optimal conditions for all activities and sightseeing.

Hot Season (March-May): Very hot temperatures (30-40°C) with moderate crowds and prices. Challenging for extensive outdoor activities but good for beaches and air-conditioned attractions.

Rainy Season (June-October): Heavy afternoon rains, high humidity, but lowest prices and fewer crowds. Lush landscapes, some flooding, but authentic experiences and great value.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 16 and 24 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Thailand?

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