How many days do you need in Bangkok & Chiang Mai?
- Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Bangkok and Chiang Mai combined
- Visiting Bangkok and Chiang Mai in 5 or 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Phuket
How Many Days to Spend in Thailand
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Recommended Itineraries for Bangkok & Chiang Mai
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Self-Guided Exploration | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Bangkok Tour with the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Half-Day Biking Tour in the Countryside | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Full-Day Bridge of River Khwae Sightseeing Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 5 | Fly to Chiang Mai, Afternoon Cooking Class | Chiang Mai |
| Day 6 | Chiang Mai Sightseeing Tour by Local Transport | Chiang Mai |
| Day 7 | Explore Doi Inthanon National Park & Mae Klang Luang Nature Trail | Chiang Mai |
| Day 8 | Depart Chiang Mai |
Experience the best of Bangkok and Chiang Mai on this eight-day getaway. Visit floating markets and temples in Bangkok, cycle through Thailand's old capital, Thonburi, and float down the river on a long-tail boat. Learn traditional cooking methods as the house guest of a Thai family in Chiang Mai, and witness the sacred mountainous temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. The adventure culminates with a day out in the spectacular Doi Inthanon National Park. Read more
Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including 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 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
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