2-Week Thailand Itinerary

Upscale riverside hotel on the Chao Phraya with standout staff, river-view rooms, and full resort amenities.

Luxury riverside hotel in Bangkok's Bang Rak district, praised for exceptional service and stunning Chao Phraya views.

A legendary riverside luxury hotel in Bang Rak, blending Thai hospitality with timeless elegance since its establishment.

Thailand's most sacred Buddhist temple, home to the Emerald Buddha

Built in 1782, this ornate royal palace complex now houses a museum & is open to visitors.

Monumental Buddhist temple right on the river, with an iconic, ornately tiled central prang (spire).

One of the world's largest weekend markets with 15,000+ stalls

Vast, stylish mall with hundreds of high-end shops & restaurants, plus an indoor floating market.

Shopping center with stores for beauty, fashion & technology, plus dining & family activities.

Authentic Thai street food restaurant in Phra Nakhon serving flavoursome dishes at remarkably affordable prices.

A riverside seafood buffet in Sathorn serving fresh catches and Thai dishes daily from 2 PM.

Down-to-earth restaurant offering seafood specialties amid spacious surroundings.

Refined rooms & suites in a posh hotel featuring a poolside bar, a spa & a Szechuan restaurant.

Elegant resort offering upscale rooms & suites, refined restaurants & a posh spa, plus a pool.

Chic hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, a European bistro-style restaurant & an open-air bar.

Hilltop temple overlooking Chiang Mai with stunning golden chedi

A hilltop golden Buddha temple near Chiang Mai offering panoramic city views, free entry, and genuine tranquillity.

Temple complex with a partially crumbled 15th-century chedi & a pillar believed to protect the city.

Hands-on Thai cooking school in Chiang Mai's Old City, with market visits, farm tours, and expert instruction.

Hands-on Thai cooking school set within a vibrant Chiang Mai market, with hotel pickup included.

Hands-on Northern Thai cooking classes in central Chiang Mai, running daily from market to table.

Luxurious spa with refined treatments & massages for men & women in elegant surrounds.

A well-regarded massage and spa on Ratchapakhinai Road, conveniently placed for exploring Chiang Mai's old city.

A highly regarded traditional Thai massage studio on Ratchamanka Road in Chiang Mai's historic Old City.

An ethical elephant sanctuary near Chiang Mai where visitors feed, bathe, and walk alongside rescued elephants.

Elephant sanctuary offering overnight visits, with activities such as bathing & jungle walks.

A powerful multi-viewpoint waterfall inside Doi Inthanon National Park, famous for morning rainbows and easy paved access.

A large modern shopping mall on the Chiang Mai superhighway with extensive dining, retail, and a celebrated food hall.

Trendy district with artisan cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops

Authentic northern Thai cuisine on Thanon Santitham, serving traditional Chiang Mai dishes daily at mid-range prices.

Laid-back hotel offering a cafe, a restaurant & a terrace, plus an outdoor pool & free breakfast.

Colonial-style venue with polished rooms & villas offering chic dining, a bar & 2 saltwater pools.

A well-regarded mountain resort in Pai offering a relaxing base for exploring northern Thailand's scenic Mae Hong Son region.

Elephant rescue & rehabilitation center with volunteer opportunities, jungle tours & rafting.

A roadside viewpoint on the Mae Hong Son Loop with mountain panoramas, a café, food stalls, and toilet facilities.

Protected mountainous area of dense jungle, with hiking trails & endangered local species.

Upscale golf and spa resort in Nongtalay offering lush tropical surroundings, family-friendly facilities, and a quiet beachside setting.

Polished hotel with refined rooms & plush villas, along with bars & a restaurant, 2 pools & a spa.

Chic, sophisticated quarters, some with pools & bay views, plus 2 upscale restaurants & a spa.

Expansive white-sand beach in lush jungle surrounds featuring soaring limestone cliffs & caves.

A scenic crescent beach on Koh Phi Phi with turquoise waters, reachable by longtail boat or a 20-minute walk.

Accessible only by boat, this peninsula with limestone cliffs is popular for rock climbing & diving.

A professional scuba diving centre on Koh Phi Phi offering courses and guided dives for all experience levels.

This large area of mangrove forest & coast with several small islands is popular for kayak tours.

A steep but rewarding hilltop viewpoint on Koh Phi Phi offering sweeping panoramas over the island and beyond.

Highly regarded budget Thai restaurant in Ao Nang, open daily, known for curries, seafood, and Pad Thai.

All-you-can-eat seafood buffet in Ao Nang where guests grill or boil their own fresh catch nightly.

Authentic Indian and Thai cuisine in Ao Nang, open daily until 1:00 AM for late-night dining.

Streamlined accommodations in a serene resort featuring an infinity pool & gulf views, plus a bar.

Beachfront boutique resort on Koh Samui's quieter north shore, offering villa-style rooms and personalised service.

Polished waterfront hotel featuring a luxe spa, refined dining & sophisticated rooms with balconies.

White-sand beach lined with bars & restaurants, with rentable lounge chairs & palm trees.

Modest beach featuring Fisherman's Village, which offers shops, restaurants, diving & more.

Long, spacious beach with an upbeat vibe featuring nearby resorts, restaurants & shopping.

A highly regarded diving school on Sairee Beach offering PADI certifications and guided dives for all experience levels.

A jungle zipline park on Koh Samui offering guided canopy adventures through lush tropical terrain, open daily.

National park over an island archipelago featuring forested peaks, scenic views & abundant wildlife.

A highly regarded spa in Bo Put, Koh Samui, specialising in traditional Thai massage and hair treatments.

A serene massage spa tucked away in Bo Put, praised for skilled therapists and a tranquil oasis atmosphere.

Authentic Thai massage studio in Bo Phut village, praised for skilled therapists and a calm, professional atmosphere.

Storied natural rock formations known for bearing a resemblance to male & female genitalia.

Jungle zipline and adventure park in Koh Samui's Lipanoi area, open daily with professional guides and multiple activities.

A clifftop restaurant and bar on Koh Samui offering stunning jungle and ocean views, especially at sunset.

Hilltop restaurant and bar with panoramic jungle and ocean views, open daily 9am–11pm.

Authentic Thai kitchen on Bo Put's Beach Road, open daily from 11am until 2am for late-night dining.

Kosher hilltop restaurant in Koh Samui offering panoramic views and evening dining in Bang Rak.

Elegant sea-view quarters in an upmarket beach resort with fine dining, a spa & a water park.

Luxury private pool villas and a world-class spa in Phuket's peaceful Thalang district.

Polished resort with 10 restaurants & bars, plus 3 outdoor pools, a spa & a gym.

A treetop dining village in Phuket where live music, jungle atmosphere, and flavorful food combine.

Patong Beach fusion restaurant serving Turkish, Indian, and Thai food with standout cocktails, open daily until 3 AM.

Highly regarded Indian restaurant in Phuket Old Town, open daily 9am–midnight with authentic Punjabi flavours.

Picturesque cape & lookout point known for its stunning sea views, especially at sunset.

Well-known destination for picturesque views of the ocean, beaches & lush island surroundings.

Picturesque swimming inlet known for its clear waters & popular with snorkelers.

Phuket's most famous beach with clear waters and vibrant atmosphere

4-km. beach with calm, clear water & a wide stretch of golden sand, backed by resorts.

Low-key white-sand beach in a tranquil setting offering snorkel & umbrella rentals, plus dining.

Secluded white-sand beach with kayaking & snorkeling around a coral reef, plus a pier & restaurant.

Restaurants & resorts line this happening white-sand expanse for swimming, snorkeling & sunbathing.

A sheltered, peaceful cove in Phuket with clear turquoise water, soft sand, and a relaxed atmosphere.

Highly regarded traditional Thai massage spa in Phuket Town, known for skilled therapists and a spacious, clean setting.

A beachfront resort and wellness retreat on Bang Tao Beach, combining lagoon views with spacious rooms and spa amenities.

A highly regarded spa and massage centre on Patak Road, Chalong, offering traditional Thai treatments daily until 10:30 PM.