How many days do you need in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Chiang Rai?
- Most travelers spend 12-14 days in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Chiang Rai combined
- Visiting Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Chiang Rai in 9 to 11 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 15 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, Phuket & Chiang Rai
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Chiang Mai, Self-Guided Exploration | Chiang Mai |
| Day 2 | Visit an Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, Cooking Lesson at a Thai Cooking School | Chiang Mai |
| Day 3 | Explore Doi Inthanon National Park & Mae Klang Luang Nature Trail | Chiang Mai |
| Day 4 | Scenic Drive to Chiang Rai, Visit the White Temple & Golden Triangle | Chiang Rai |
| Day 5 | Fly to Bangkok, Self-Guided Exploration | Bangkok |
| Day 6 | Visit Bangkok's Temples & Grand Palace, Klong Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Ayutthaya | Bangkok |
| Day 8 | Visit the Authentic Thai Railway & Floating Markets | Bangkok |
| Day 9 | Fly to Phuket, Free Time, Dinner at Baan Rim Pa Restaurant | Phuket |
| Day 10 | Phuket Half-Day Sightseeing Tour | Phuket |
| Day 11 | Swimming & Snorkeling in the Phi Phi Islands | Phuket |
| Day 12 | Beach Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 13 | Depart Phuket |
Thailand is Asia's primary travel destination for good reason: it enchants visitors with spectacular Buddhist temples, sizzling street food, wildlife-rich jungles, and islands wrapped in powder-soft beaches. This 13-day trip showcases Thailand's highlights in comfort and style, with private transfers for all pre-arranged tours. After exploring the cultural and natural delights of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Bangkok, you'll fly down to Phuket to complete the trip with a slice of island life. Read more
Extended Itineraries
15-Day Itinerary Including Kanchanaburi
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Bangkok, Afternoon City Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Best of Bangkok Tour | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Kanchanaburi, Explore the Ancient Capital of the Siam Kingdom | Kanchanaburi |
| Day 4 | Explore Erawan National Park, Hellfire Pass & Death Railway | Kanchanaburi |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Bangkok via the Bridge over the River Khwae | Bangkok |
| Day 6 | Fly to Chiang Rai, Free Day | Chiang Rai |
| Day 7 | Visit the Golden Triangle & Opium Museum | Chiang Rai |
| Day 8 | Transfer to Chiang Mai, Self-Guided Exploration | Chiang Mai |
| Day 9 | Visit the Elephant Discovery Park | Chiang Mai |
| Day 10 | Experience Traditional Religious Life in Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai |
| Day 11 | Fly to Phuket, Self-Guided Exploration | Phuket |
| Day 12 | Swimming & Snorkeling on the Phi Phi Islands | Phuket |
| Day 13 | Visit the Similan Islands by Speedboat | Phuket |
| Day 14 | Beach Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 15 | Depart Phuket |
Find a mix of thrills, beauty, and relaxation on this 15-day itinerary across several regions of Thailand. Start in the capital, Bangkok, for a taste of contemporary Thai culture before visiting ancient temples in Ayutthaya and learning about the infamous Death Railway near Kanchanaburi. Meet elephants, monks, and plenty of temples in Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai, and spend a few days relaxing and snorkeling off the white beaches of Phuket. Read more
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