16 Day Thailand Itinerary

The Ultimate 16-Day Thailand Adventure

Bangkok Bustle, Jungles, Sacred Peaks, & Beaches
curated by Jodi at Wandering Company

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Day 1-5: Bangkok – Gateway to Thailand

• Day 1: Arrive in energetic Bangkok. Settle into riverside hotel; enjoy a sunset river cruise and welcome dinner.
• Day 2: Explore the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Tuk-tuk food crawl and a visit to Asiatique night market.
• Day 4: Khao Yai National Park Day Trip
• Day 5: Shop Chatuchak Weekend Market (if a weekend), or visit Jim Thompson House and Lumpini Park. Optional massage or boat ride.
  • Note:  Board night train to Chain Mai or fly out to Chiang Mai in the early morning of Day 6

Bangkok Destination Guide

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Day 6-8: Chiang Mai – Temples, Elephants & Northern Culture

• Day 6: Arrive by nigh train for flight from Bangkok. Settle into Old Town boutique hotel. Night Bazaar for street eats.
• Day 7: Early visit to Doi Suthep Temple for sunrise, then ethical elephant sanctuary (no riding, only feed/observe/walk). Free time for coffee crawl or massage.
• Day 8: Choice day: jungle zipline, Thai cooking class, or explore artisan villages like San Kamphaeng. Group dinner with Lanna cuisine.

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Day 9-11: Khao Sok National Park – Rainforest Lake Retreat

• Day 9: Morning flight to Surat Thani (URT); transfer to Khao Sok (approx. 1.5 hours). Check into a floating or jungle ecolodge on Cheow Lan Lake. Take a thrilling night safari in the evening to spot nocturnal wildlife.  Have dinner in the forest or at your lodging. 
• Day 10: Kayak, wildlife safari hike (gibbons, hornbills!), and swim in a turquoise lake. Evening sounds of the jungle.
• Day 11: Relax and Recharge or Experience a scenic tour of the limestone karsts and visit Diamond Cave. 

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Day 12-15: Krabi Coast – Beach Bliss & Island Farewell

• Day 12: Transfer to Krabi (approx. 2 hours). Relax at Ao Nang or Railay Beach. Sunset seafood dinner.
• Day 13: Island-hopping tour: Phra Nang Cave, Hong or Poda Islands with snorkeling. Trip closes with a group celebration and plenty of toes-in-sand time.
• Day 14:  Wake up, relax on the beach, or jump into one of the suggested activities - such as a day at a beautiful outdoor spa in the jungle.
• Day 15:  Sadly, the trip has come to an end. It's time to say goodbye.  Enjoy breakfast and depart at your leisure.

Depart from Krabi International Airport for home or next adventure.