Known as the land of smiles, Thailand is a country where the creator has designed it like a dreamland for travelers. Whether you are a history buff, a sea lover, or an adventurous mountain lover, you will fall in love with Thailand.
If you have 7 days to spare, pack your bags and go on a dream trip to this dream country, Thailand.
Eye-catching beaches, ancient temples, lively cities, and a nightlife! In a word, you will be fascinated every time.
This is a complete 7-day guide to traveling to Thailand. I have highlighted all the details and mentioned almost everything you need to do to make your Thailand trip beautiful. After reading the entire post, you will know the details about traveling to Thailand.
How to go?
There are direct flights to Thailand from almost all major cities in the world, since Thailand is a coastal country, you will need to come by air. The capital of Thailand is Bangkok. International flights from all countries usually land at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok.
Your journey to Thailand will start from here. Since Thailand is a tourist country, as a traveler, you will not have to rush through immigration, if all your papers are in order, immigration will be very smooth.
After immigration, the first thing you will need is a money transfer and a SIM card. If you want, you can buy SIM cards of different packages from inside the airport and convert the dollars you have into Thai baht. You will get about 32-35 Thai baht for every dollar. And if you have a dual currency card, you can also withdraw Thai baht from various ATMs outside.
You can get a taxi right after leaving the airport, to go to the main city you will have to travel about 30 kilometers, it will take about 45 minutes and if you take a taxi, you will have to count 300-500 Thai baht or about 10 dollars. And if you are a budget traveler, you can reach the main city with only 50-60 baht or about 2 dollars.
You will find hotels of different rates to stay in Bangkok. If you are a budget traveler, you will find several hotels for 300-500 Thai baht, mid-range 3/4 star hotels will cost about 1000-3000 baht per night, and 5-star luxury hotels will start from 4000 Thai baht.
If you are a solo traveler, you can stay in a hostel for just 150 Thai baht.
Let me tell you, for every dollar you get about 35 Thai baht.
For your convenience, I have provided links to several hotels. You can try these hotels below if you want.
After getting up at the hotel, take some rest and go out to explore your dream city of Bangkok.
From here, I will explain your travel itinerary for 7 days.
Day 1: Explore Bangkok
At the beginning of the journey, you should explore Bangkok. About 8 million people live in this city. Bangkok is a very busy city, here you will find a mixture of ancient traditions and modernity. Right away, you will see a mixture of all kinds of people, including tall buildings, golden temples, and so on. I hope you will like the city a lot.
Morning: Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
At the beginning of the day, you go to the Grand Palace, the residence of the Thai kings. Now that the kings are no longer living there, it has become a symbol of Thai culture.
You can find all kinds of street food around the Grand Palace.
Try local favorites like Pad Thai, Som Tum (spicy papaya salad), or Mango Sticky Rice. Thai street food is delicious. And if you don't like street food, you can come to the hotel, take a break, and go out in the afternoon.
Entrance Fee: Approximately 500 THB (USD 15) for the Grand Palace, including Wat Phra Kaew.
Cost of Street Food: 50–150 THB ($1.5–5 USD).
Afternoon: Wat Arun and Chao Phraya River Cruise
In the afternoon, go to Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, which is very famous for its high spire. You can take a boat to get to this temple, the afternoon is very good for boating and you will see some eye-catching beauty around here, all in all, your first afternoon in Thailand will be very beautiful.
A one-hour river cruise costs around 50–150 THB ($1.5–5 USD).
Boat Ride Cost: 50–150 THB ($1.5–5 USD).
Evening: Asiatic and Riverside Dining:
Bangkok's face changes in the evening, and as the night progresses, Bangkok becomes more lively. You will have a different experience of nightlife wherever you go.
If you want to have a great time, go straight to Asiatic The Riverfront, a lively shopping and dining place by the river.
If you want, you can do some shopping here, visit the art gallery, and have dinner here at night.
And if you can, try a dinner cruise along the river and enjoy the illuminated skyline of the city from the water. Seeing which will make your eyes sparkle.
Now enjoy Bangkok at night, if you want, you can spend the whole night in this lively city.
Dining Cost: Meals at Asiatique range from 300–800 THB ($9–25 USD), depending on the restaurant.
Day 2: Temples, Culture, and Local Markets
Morning: Visit Wat Pho and Wat Saket
Start your second day by visiting Wat Pho, home to the famous Reclining Buddha statue (46 meters tall). The temple is also known as a center for traditional Thai massage. The entrance fee here is 100 baht.
After that, you can climb the stairs to Wat Saket for a panoramic view of the city. It will cost you another 50 baht to enter.
After that, go straight to Chinatown, a very famous and popular place for food lovers, you will see a lot of people here and it is great for eating, you will find all kinds of food here. You will cost 100-200 Thai baht per plate.
Afternoon: Chatuchak Weekend Market
If you come on the weekend, you can spend the afternoon at Chatuchak Market. This huge market, spread over 27 acres, offers everything from clothes and art to antiques and pets.
You don't need a ticket to enter here, but if you want, you can buy some good things for your family or friends.
It will be almost evening by the time you leave here, go to Rot Fai Market or Ratchada Train Market and have a nice time here including dinner, shopping. You can enjoy Bangkok at night until late at night. After that, return to the hotel.
Day 3: Day Trip to Ayutthaya – The Ancient Capital
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site
On the third day, wake up early in the morning and leave for Ayutthaya. It will take about one and a half to two hours by taxi, the distance is about 80 kilometers.
Today, travel to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of the Siamese kingdom. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has impressive ruins. There are also temples and historical sites.
Here you can visit ancient temples like Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wat Chaiwatthanaram.
You will have to count around 50-200 Thai baht to enter each temple.
Here you can have lunch at the riverside restaurants, you will get some pretty good unique food here for 100-200 Thai baht.
Afternoon: Boat Tour Around Ayutthaya
After lunch, take a boat tour around the city to see the temples from the river. Boat tours in the afternoon are very suitable for the weather here. You will have a very nice afternoon.
Return to Bangkok in the evening.
If you travel by bus, the round trip may cost you around 500 Thai baht or about $15 per person.
Back in Bangkok, come to the hotel and rest, you have to leave Bangkok tomorrow so go to sleep quickly.
Day 4: Flight to Chiang Mai – The Northern Gem
Arriving in Chiang Mai
Flight Cost from Bangkok to Chiang Mai: 500–1,500 THB ($15–45 USD) one-way, depending on the airline and time of booking.
Chiang Mai is the queen of beautiful scenery. The beauty of the sea and mountains here will fascinate you. Slowly we will start to see all the features of Chiang Mai.
Upon arrival here, check in to the hotel, you can have lunch, Khao Soi, a creamy noodle dish or Sai Oua, you can try these, these are traditional dishes. You will get food within 100-200 Thai baht.
Afternoon: Doi Suthep Temple
In the afternoon, you can visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a sacred temple located on the mountain. A 50 Thai baht ticket will be required to enter here.
In the evening, go to Chiang Mai Night Market, do your shopping there, you will find great unique things here.
After shopping, come back to the hotel like today.
Day 5: Elephant Sanctuary and Nature in Chiang Mai
Morning: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Today you will leave Chiang Mai for the elephant sanctuary. Its distance: 1-1.5 hours (40-50 km by car).
Here you will have the opportunity to interact with rescued elephants. You can also enjoy nature in a great way. Here, the cost per person including lunch will be 1,500-3,000 Thai baht, which is about 50-90 dollars.
Afternoon: Nature Walk or Waterfall Visit
In the afternoon, explore the green natural scenery around Chiang Mai. They are so beautiful that they will amaze you. For a refreshing swim or a peaceful nature walk, go to Mae Sa Waterfall or Huai Tung Tao Lake.
Waterfall entrance fee: 50-100 baht
After visiting here, you can get a Thai massage in the evening, which is a traditional massage in Thailand. A spa massage can cost you 300-600 Thai baht. You will feel very peaceful and relaxed. You should definitely try a Thai massage.
After this, return to the hotel and end the day.
Day 6: Flight to Phuket – Beaches and Island Paradise
Arriving in Phuket
Flight Cost from Chiang Mai to Phuket: 1,000–2,500 THB ($30–75 USD) one-way.
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand. You will spend the golden time of your Thailand trip on this eye-catching island.
Once you arrive in Phuket, find a hotel. For your convenience, I have given the links to several hotels below. You can try these.
Lunch: Seafood by the Beach
Phuket has a completely different look, you are now in a seaside town, so you should try seafood. Here you will find a wide variety of seafood. Enjoy fresh seafood at the beach restaurants. You can try dishes like Tom Yum Gong (spicy shrimp soup) or Pla Pao (fried fish). Cost of food in Phuket: 150-500 THB ($5-15 USD)
Afternoon: Beach Time at Patong or Kata Beach
When the afternoon starts here, you just want this afternoon to never end. You may have never seen such a beautiful afternoon before.
In my opinion, spend your afternoon relaxing at Patong Beach or Kata Beach. Patong is famous for its lively nightlife, while Kata is quiet, with beautiful sandy beaches. All the best moments of your life will be spent together. The real beauty of Thailand will be captured by your eyes.
Evening: Nightlife at Bangla Road
Go to Bangla Road in Patong to enjoy a life full of bars, nightclubs, eand ntertainment. What is there for nightlife here? Don't miss this night to enjoy all the pleasures.
Day 7: Phi Phi Islands Day Trip
Morning: Depart for Phi Phi Islands
Take a 2-hour ferry from Phuket to Phi Phi Islands. Phi Phi Islands are known for their breathtaking natural beauty. You can collect ferry tickets from your hotel reception or contact the operators and collect tickets in advance, it will cost around 1000-1200 Thai baht.
If you want, you can also go by speedboat, it will take about 45 minutes and will cost around 2000-3000 Thai baht.
In my opinion, if you are on a group tour, you should definitely go by speedboat.
Phi Phi Islands are famous for their stunning natural beauty and offer a variety of activities and attractions for visitors. You can do many types of activities if you want.
You can do more sightseeing and activities here such as
Maya Bay (Phi Phi Leh), Phi Phi Viewpoint, Viking Cave (Phi Phi Leh), Snorkeling & Scuba Diving, Monkey Beach (Phi Phi Don), Cliff Jumping, Fishing Trips, etc.
Phi Phi Islands offers a perfect mix of natural beauty, adventure, and relaxation. Whether you want to go diving, snorkeling, or hiking, you can spend your time in a very nice way.
Conclusion: A Perfect 7 Days in Thailand
After these 7 days, you will feel that Thailand is truly a paradise of natural beauty. I hope you can visit all the beautiful places in Thailand in 7 days, I have tried to mention those places you will regret if you miss. I have also tried to mention the cost of each trip so that you have an idea of what the cost might be.
If you are a budget traveler, you can finish your 7-day Thailand trip here for around 15,000 - 20,000 taka per person, excluding the flight cost from your country, which is about 500-750 dollars.
I hope you will be able to finish your Thailand trip in a very nice way.
Thank you so much!
