City, northern culture & Andaman coast
Thailand's most complete first journey: the energy of Bangkok, Chiang Mai's temples and mountain scenery, then seven nights beside Krabi's limestone coast.
Our specialist view
“Four nights gives Bangkok enough time to reveal more than its headline sights. Chiang Mai changes the mood completely, and keeping a full seven nights for Krabi means the beach stay feels like a holiday rather than a recovery stop.”
Suggested itinerary
First-time visitors who want culture and a proper beach stay without trying to cover the whole country.
4 nights
Begin beside the Chao Phraya River, using Bangkok’s calmer waterside setting as a base for the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, markets and excellent food. Four nights allows time to explore without treating the capital as a stopover.
3 nights
Fly north to a gentler city of gilded temples, distinctive cuisine and green mountain scenery. A thoughtfully chosen elephant experience, private guiding or a cooking class can be added according to your interests.
7 nights
Finish among Krabi’s dramatic limestone cliffs and warm Andaman waters. Rayavadee has an exceptional setting; the long stay leaves room for island trips, spa time and days with no plan at all.
What makes it memorable
A starting point, not a package
We can alter the number of nights, hotel style and experiences, or build a completely different Thailand journey around you.
