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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit) and Terminal 21. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at The Grand Palace, buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Paragon, make a trip to Wat Pho, and admire the landmark architecture of Jim Thompson House.

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

Lahore, Pakistan to Bangkok is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a 2 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Lahore in October since evenings lows in Bangkok dip to 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to fly 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 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 fly 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.

Fly from Chiang Mai to Bophut in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or take a bus. 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 and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. On the 14th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take some stellar pictures from Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong), get great views at Nai Harn Beach, then take some stellar pictures from Karon Viewpoint, then browse the different shops at Instyle Bespoke Tailors, and finally soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Patong trip itinerary maker app.

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Bophut to Patong in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Bophut in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Patong, with lows of 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to ride a ferry to Ko Phi Phi Don.

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

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): make a trip to Koh Phi Phi Viewpoint and then kick back and relax at Loh Dalum Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: Head underground at Viking Cave, kick back and relax at Laem Tong Bay, step off the mainland to explore Mosquito Island, then head off the coast to Ko Phi Phi Le, and finally look for gifts at Phi Phi Postcard Shop.

Start your trip to Ko Phi Phi Don by creating a personalized itinerary on Inspirock.

You can ride a ferry from Patong to Ko Phi Phi Don in 3 hours. October in Ko Phi Phi Don sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 27°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.