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Thailand

Temples, tropical islands and street food

Bangkok Thai; English in tourist areas Thai baht (THB)
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Overview

Welcome to Thailand

Thailand is one of Asia's most welcoming destinations: gilded temples in Bangkok, hill-country culture in Chiang Mai, and warm Andaman Sea beaches around Phuket.

It is famous for food, friendly people and good value, and it combines easily with Singapore, Malaysia or Bali.

CapitalBangkok
CurrencyThai baht (THB)
LanguageThai; English in tourist areas
EntryVisa rules depend on your passport. Check before travelling.
Why go

What Thailand is known for

Temples

Wat Arun, the Grand Palace and Doi Suthep.

Street food

Pad thai, tom yum and mango sticky rice.

Islands

Phi Phi, Phang Nga Bay and Phuket beaches.

Elephants

Ethical sanctuary visits near Chiang Mai.

Thai massage

Traditional massage at very good prices.

Tuk-tuks

A fun way to get around Bangkok.

Places

Destinations in Thailand

Bangkok

Bangkok

Golden temples, floating markets, street food and rooftop bars.

Grand Palace and Wat Phra KaewWat Arun and Chao Phraya river boatChinatown street food evening
5 packages include this
Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai

Northern Thailand's old city, mountain temples and elephant sanctuaries.

Old City templesDoi Suthep mountain templeNight Bazaar
2 packages include this
Phuket

Phuket

Thailand's biggest island: beaches, island hopping and Old Town.

Old Phuket Town walking tourBig Buddha and Karon viewpointBeach days at Kata and Karon
4 packages include this
Our trips

Trips in Thailand

5 packages: swipe or use the arrows

Package prices are on request and depend on season, group size and availability.

Accommodation

Where to stay in Thailand

Indicative nightly rates by style. Safari lodges are usually full board.

Bangkok

Budgetibis Bangkok Riverside$40–$80
Mid-rangeCentara Grand at CentralWorld$110–$190
LuxuryMandarin Oriental, Bangkok$400–$800

Chiang Mai

Budgetibis Styles Chiang Mai$35–$70
Mid-rangeDusit D2 Chiang Mai$70–$130
LuxuryShangri-La Chiang Mai$200–$400

Phuket

BudgetOakwood Hotel Journeyhub Phuket$30–$60
Mid-rangeCentara Karon Resort Phuket$100–$190
LuxuryAmanpuri$1,000+
Good to know

Travel tips

  • Dress modestly in temples: cover shoulders and knees.
  • Pick ethical elephant sanctuaries, not riding camps.
  • Carry cash for street food and markets.
  • The rainy season (June–October) brings short heavy showers.

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