How many days do you need in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok National Park & Phuket?
- Most travelers spend 12-13 days in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok National Park, and Phuket combined
- Visiting Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok National Park, and Phuket in 8 to 11 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 14 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Kanchanaburi
How Many Days to Spend in Thailand
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Recommended Itineraries for Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khao Sok National Park & Phuket
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Chiang Mai, Explore | Chiang Mai |
| Day 2 | Sunrise Balloon Flight, Trip to Doi Inthanon National Park | Chiang Mai |
| Day 3 | Temples of Lamphun, Evening Food Tour | Chiang Mai |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Bangkok, Chinatown Food Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 5 | Floating Market, Bangkok Temples & Palaces | Bangkok |
| Day 6 | Bangkok by Bicycle & Boat, Afternoon Tea at Dusit Thani | Bangkok |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Khao Sok National Park | Khao Sok National Park |
| Day 8 | Bamboo Rafting on the Sok River | Khao Sok National Park |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Phuket, Welcome to Phuket! | Phuket |
| Day 10 | Speedboat Island-Hopping & Snorkeling Tour | Phuket |
| Day 11 | Depart |
With 11 days in Thailand, you have plenty of time to combine active adventures with more relaxing activities. This exciting itinerary starts in northern Chiang Mai and travels south through Bangkok and to the tropical islands and beaches of southern Thailand. In each locale, you'll enjoy various cultural, adventurous, and leisurely activities, from hot-air ballooning and bamboo rafting to beach time and indulgent food tours. Read more
Extended Itineraries
14-Day Itinerary Including Kanchanaburi
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Explore | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Grand Palace, Long-Tail Boat Ride & Wat Po Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Full-Day Railway Market & Floating Marketing Boat Ride for Family with Teens | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Kanchanaburi, Full Day Discovery for Family with Kids | Kanchanaburi |
| Day 5 | Full Day Erawan National Park & Mon Villages | Kanchanaburi |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Bangkok, Fly to Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai |
| Day 7 | Half-Day Baan Chang Elephant Park Tour for Family with Kids, Free Time | Chiang Mai |
| Day 8 | Full-Day Doi Inthanon National Park Tour | Chiang Mai |
| Day 9 | Fly to Surat Thani, Transfer to Khao Sok National Park, Half Day Tour | Khao Sok National Park |
| Day 10 | Full-Day Boating & Hiking Tour in Khao Sok National Park | Khao Sok National Park |
| Day 11 | Half-Day Mist Boat Safari, Transfer to Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 12-13 | Free Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 14 | Depart Phuket |
Discover culture, nature, and plenty of white-sand beaches with this 14-day family-friendly trip to Thailand. Encounter the Emerald Buddha at Bangkok's Grand Palace and glide along the famous floating market before heading to the mountainous Chiang Mai via historic Kanchanaburi. Hang out with elephants, hike the peaks of Doi Inthanon, and venture through the lush jungle in Khao Sok. Then cast yourselves away to the paradise island of Phuket as the sun sets on your Thai adventure. Read more
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