Bangkok: Best Itinerary Ideas
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
- Most travelers spend 5-6 days in Bangkok
- Visiting Bangkok in 4 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 7 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Chiang Mai and Phuket
How Many Days to Spend in Thailand
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Recommended Itineraries for Bangkok
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Free Day | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Visit a Museum & Weekend Market, Evening Siam Niramit Show | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Visit Ayutthaya's Glorious Ruins & Bang Pa-In Summer Palace | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Visit Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, Wat Arun & the Jim Thompson House | Bangkok |
| Day 5 | Depart Bangkok |
This five-day guided tour takes you into the heart of Bangkok, where you'll explore the city's history and culture. Your journey begins with a visit to the Museum of Floral Culture, shopping at the Chatuchak Weekend Market, and the entertaining Siam Niramit Show. You'll then explore Bang Pa-In Summer Palace at Ayutthaya, see the Reclining Buddha, and finish your trip with a boat tour of Bangkok's historic canals. Read more
Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Chiang Mai & Phuket
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Free Day | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Visit the Grand Palace & Wat Pho, Evening River Dinner Cruise | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Fly to Chiang Mai, Explore | Chiang Mai |
| Day 4 | Full-Day Excursion to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary | Chiang Mai |
| Day 5 | Fly to Phuket, Explore | Phuket |
| Day 6 | Kayaking Trip in Phang Nga Bay | Phuket |
| Day 7 | Phuket Beach Relaxation | Phuket |
| Day 8 | Depart Phuket |
If you've ever dreamed of Thailand, this 8-day adventure covers the highlights with a perfect mix of guided tours and free time. Start off in vibrant Bangkok for iconic Buddhist sites and a gourmet dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River. Then fly north to Chiang Mai to explore the Old Town on foot and spend a day with elephants. Finish off in Phuket, where you'll kayak, island-hop, and relax on gorgeous white sand beaches. Read more
8-Day Itinerary Including Phuket
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Self-Guided Exploration | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Explore Bangkok by Public Transport | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Visit Authentic Thai Railway & Floating Markets | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Fly to Phuket, Free Day | Phuket |
| Day 5 | Learn How to Take Care of Elephants | Phuket |
| Day 6 | Speedboat Day Trip to the Phi Phi Islands | Phuket |
| Day 7 | Beach Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 8 | Depart Phuket |
This eight-day city-and-beach adventure showcases the best bits of two of Thailand's most-loved locations—with the perfect mix of diverse sightseeing and total relaxation. Travel by Skytrain, speedboat, tuk-tuk, and long-tail boat; hit the shops and the beach; see movie-star settings and local family-run workshops; visit glittering temples and neon-lit bars. Then venture into the forest to spend time with majestic Asian elephants, joining them for a mud bath and a swim in the river. Read more
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