TWO WEEKS ITINERARIES FOR THAILAND
THE NORTH
ARRIVE IN BANGKOK
DEPART FROM BANGKOK
**TIP: Download the GRAB app and use it to order a taxi. The app is used almost everywhere in Thailand. This will help you avoid possible scams and/or confusion regarding your destination.
BANGKOK (2 NIGHTS)
- Visit the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
- Discover Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha).
- Admire Wat Arun, considered one of the most impressive Buddhist temples.
- Party on Khao San Road, a very lively street with many bars and nightclubs.
- Visit a night market and taste delicious Thai cuisine. If you're in Bangkok over the weekend, head to the Chatuchak Weekend Night Market.
- If you have time, visit the Maeklong Railway Market (keep in mind that it's more than an hour's drive from Bangkok) or a floating market.
AYUTTHAYA (1 NIGHT)
- Take a minivan, a train or a bus to Ayutthaya, an ancient capital of Thailand.
**I booked most of my transport between cities with 12go.asia
- Rent a bike and explore the UNESCO-listed temples and ruins of Ayutthaya Historical Park.
- Visit the Night Market.
- Take a boat tour on the rivers surrounding the historic district.
NIGHT TRAIN (1 NIGHT)
- Spend the day visiting other temples and the city.
- In the evening, head to Ayutthaya train station and take the night train to Chiang Mai.
**My advice: opt for an air-conditioned car.
Good night!
CHIANG MAI (3 NIGHTS)
- Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a temple located on a mountain with panoramic views of the city.
- Explore Chiang Mai Old Town.
- Take a Thai cooking class.
- Eat at Ploen Ruedee Night Market.
- Visit the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
- Watch a Ladyboy Cabaret Show at Anusarn Market.
- Book a day trip to see elephants in an ethical sanctuary.
- Take an hour to receive a REAL Thai massage.
- Travel to Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak.
PAI (3 NIGHTS)
- Take a minivan to Pai, a small town nestled in the mountains of northern Thailand.
- Taste delicious Thai food or do some shopping at the Night Market
- A must-try: Tipsy Tubing. With hundreds of other backpackers, go down a lazy river on a tube with your drink of choice in hand. Take a break on the banks to party, then get back on your tube and head back to the city.
- Rent a scooter or book a tour to explore the surroundings of Pai.
- Explore Nam Lod caves, one of the largest caves in Thailand
- Discover Pai Hot Springs, Pam Bok Waterfalls, Pai Canyon and the White Buddha Temple.
- Enjoy Pai's laid-back nightlife until midnight in one of the many bars.
CHIANG RAI (2 NIGHTS)
- Get back to Chiang Mai in a minivan, then take a bus to Chiang Rai.
**I bought all my transport (minivan from Pai to Chiang Mai and then bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai) in a store in Pai.
- Visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun).
- Visit the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten).
- Visit the Night Market.
- Meet at the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.
**You can book a day trip in which you will see, among other things, the two temples and the Golden Triangle.
BANGKOK (1 NIGHT)
- Take a flight back to Bangkok or go back by train.
- Take your return flight.
THE NORTH, THE SOUTH, THE ISLANDS
ARRIVE IN BANGKOK
DEPART FROM PHUKET
**TIP: Download the GRAB app and use it to order a taxi. The app is used almost everywhere in Thailand. This will help you avoid possible scams and/or confusion regarding your destination.
BANGKOK (2 NIGHTS)
- Visit the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
- See the Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha).
- Admire Wat Arun, considered one of the most impressive Buddhist temples.
- Party on Khao San Road, a very lively street with many bars and nightclubs.
- Go to a night market and take the opportunity to taste delicious Thai food. If you're in Bangkok over the weekend, head to the Chatuchak Weekend Night Market.
- If you have time, visit the Maeklong Railway Market (keep in mind that it's more than an hour's drive from Bangkok) or a floating market.
AYUTTHAYA (1 NIGHT)
- Take a minivan, a train or a bus to Ayutthaya, an ancient capital of Thailand.
**I booked most of my transport between cities with 12go.asia
- Rent a bike and explore the UNESCO-listed temples and ruins of Ayutthaya Historical Park.
- Visit the Night Market.
- Book a boat tour on the rivers surrounding the historic district.
NIGHT TRAIN (1 NIGHT)
- Spend the day visiting other temples and the city.
- In the evening, head to the Ayutthaya train station and take the night train to Chiang Mai.
**My advice: opt for an air-conditioned car.
Good night!
CHIANG MAI (2 NIGHTS)
- Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a temple located on a mountain with panoramic views of the city.
- Explore Chiang Mai Old Town.
- Take a Thai cooking class.
- Eat at Ploen Ruedee Night Market.
- Visit the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
- Watch a Ladyboy Cabaret Show at Anusarn Market.
- Book a day trip to see elephants in an ethical sanctuary.
- Take an hour to receive a REAL Thai massage.
- Go to Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak.
PAI (2 NIGHTS)
- Take a minivan to Pai, a small town nestled in the mountains of northern Thailand.
- Taste delicious Thai food or do some shopping at the Night Market.
- A must-try: Tipsy Tubing. With hundreds of other backpackers, go down a lazy river on a tube with your drink of choice in hand. Take a break on the banks to party, then get back on your tube and head back to the city.
- Rent a scooter or book a tour to explore the surroundings of Pai.
- Explore Nam Lod caves, one of the largest caves in Thailand.
- Discover Pai Hot Springs, Pam Bok Waterfalls, Pai Canyon and the White Buddha Temple.
- Enjoy Pai's laid-back nightlife until midnight in one of the many bars.
KRABI (2 NIGHTS)
- Take a minivan to Chiang Mai, and then fly to Krabi.
- Relax on the beach at Ao Nang Beach or Railay Beach.
- Book a day tour to Phang Nga Bay to see the famous limestone islands, including James Bond Island (Koh Tapu) and Phang Nga Cave.
- Visit the Krabi Town Night Market.
KOH PHI PHI (2 NIGHTS)
- Take a ferry to Koh Phi Phi.
- Explore the stunning beaches of Koh Phi Phi, such as Maya Bay or Long Beach.
- Spend the night dancing in bars (shout-out to Slinky Bar and Freedom Bar).
- Try boxing at the Reggae Bar (the winner gets a bucket of alcohol).
- Do snorkeling or go on a boat tour around the island.
- Party at an Afternoon Pool Party.
PHUKET (1 NIGHT)
- Take a ferry to Phuket.
- Relax on the beaches or explore the old town.
- Take your flight back home.