12 days in Thailand Itinerary

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit) and Siam Paragon. There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Pho, admire the striking features of Jim Thompson House, get a taste of the local shopping with Chatuchak Weekend Market, and browse the different shops at CentralWorld.

To see photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Bangkok tour planner.

Karachi, Pakistan to Bangkok is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a 2 hour difference. When traveling from Karachi in October, plan for little chillier days in Bangkok, with highs around 38°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to travel to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): explore the ancient world of Wat Umong Suan Phutthatham and then identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas. Here are some ideas for day two: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phra Singh, then delve into the distant past at Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan, and finally see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Chiang Mai trip planner.

Getting from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Chiang Mai can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Bophut.

Rocky cliffs and sandy bays draw visitors looking for a action along the coastal area in Bophut, where diving and snorkeling opportunitys abound.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): stop by Fisherman’s Village, take a memorable tour with Tours, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Big Buddha, then look for gifts at Nicky Fashion, and finally indulge in some culinary diversions at The Thai Experience.

To see reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Bophut road trip planning website.

Do a combination of flight and bus from Chiang Mai to Bophut in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Chiang Mai in October, plan for a bit warmer nights in Bophut, with lows around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Patong.

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.

On the 13th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Bangla Road, then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then browse the different shops at Jungceylon. On the 14th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take some stellar pictures from Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong), take some stellar pictures from Nai Harn Beach, take some stellar pictures from Karon View Point, then buy something for everyone on your list at Instyle Bespoke Tailors, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

For more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Patong online attractions planner.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Bophut to Patong in 4.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Bophut in October, Patong is a bit cooler at night with lows of 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel to Ko Phi Phi Don.

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Koh Phi Phi Viewpoint, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then stroll through Loh Dalum Beach. On the next day, Head underground at Viking Cave, kick back and relax at Laem Tong Bay, then head off the coast to Mosquito Island, then explore the fascinating underground world of Ko Phi Phi Le, and finally stop by Phi Phi Postcard Shop.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Ko Phi Phi Don road trip site.

Ride a ferry from Patong to Ko Phi Phi Don in 3 hours. In October in Ko Phi Phi Don, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can travel back home.