THAILAND · WHAT TO DO
The ones worth your time.
The 15 1-day tours travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.
Spend a full day in Ayutthaya from Bangkok, mixing UNESCO temples with a floating market stop, all run by an English-Thai guide.
“The guide Jenny was awesome, she really made the trip telling the history and teaching us some local Thai language and the sights were great, also enjoyed some good local food at the floating market”
A fast, well-paced Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok with Bang Pa-In Palace, Ayothaya Floating Market lunch time, and major temple ruins.
“I loved this tour. Our guide (Max) was a wonderful person, he told us many interesting things about Thailand, not only about sites. Would definitely recommend.”
Krabi 4-island longtail boat day trip with snorkelling, Koh Tup sandbar walking, Thai lunch, and Railay’s Phra Nang Cave. Pickup included.
“Our guide Angelina (= Luna) was great fun, kept us good informed and looked after us very well. She needs a raise….”
Speedboat day trip to Krabi’s Hong Islands with lunch, snorkeling, a 360° viewpoint, optional kayaking, and hotel transfers.
“Well organised with excellent guide. The tour was not over sold and rhere was therefore plenty of room”
Speedboat day trip from Phuket to Phi Phi and Maya Bay. Snorkel in emerald lagoons, buffet lunch, beach time, and monkey photos.
“Picker up from hotel, comfortable minibus. Well managed throughout the whole day. Lot of free snacks DM drinks. Lunch is all you can eat buffet. Provides snorkeling gear. Friendly guide. Recommend”
Bangkok to Ayutthaya guided day trip: Bang Pa-In, Wat Mahathat and UNESCO temples, guided storytelling, lunch stop, low-impact touring.
“the guide and driver were brilliant! the guide really knew her stuff and we learned a lot about Thai history and culture. she even bought us Roti - a local delicacy. The lunch was very good and the restaurant was on the river bank so we had great views. How people drive in Bangkok is…”
Ride a train through Maeklong Market, glide into Damnoen Saduak by boat, then finish with Mahanakhon Skywalk views.
“Over all was excellent. The only negative side was the drop site. The drop site should be the meeting/pick up point.”
Ethical elephant day trip from Bangkok to Living Green Elephant Sanctuary with hand-feeding, jungle walking, optional bathing, and Pad Thai.
“I had a really excellent experience at the elephant sanctuary. From the start, transportation was very comfortable in an air-conditioned minivan with reclining seats, which made the journey enjoyable. The guides were knowledgeable and shared a lot of information about the elephants, with strong emphasis on animal welfare and safety. It was a special experience…”
Beachfront elephant walk, feed, and sea-bath in Phuket with an ethical guide plus Thai lunch. Half-day, about 3 hours.
“Excellent from start to finish. An experience we'll never forget 👌👌👌”
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai in one long day: White Temple, Golden Triangle borders, Mekong long-tail boat, opium museum, and Thai lunch.
“Great trip with guide Pep. Long day but journeys were broken up by toilet and coffee breaks. White temple amazing, to see three countries from viewpoint and boat trip was a one off. Got to say the lunch was the best selection of Thai food we’ve had. Good service and plenty of it. Coffee on…”
Phuket speedboat day to Phi Phi and Maya Bay with lunch, snorkeling, SUP, and 3 meals, plus pickup and gear included.
“Had an amazing day, The guide Nun and his team did a fantastic job of making sure everything and everyone were catered for and looked after throughout the day”
Private 9-hour trip from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with a driver, Bang Pa-In, temple highlights, and flexible pacing for up to 3 people.
“my driver and half guide was Nancy. she speaks basic english but she tries her best. just use google translate. she was so very nice and proactive. she had a cooler ready with cold towels and cold water. she also had wet tissues and an umbrella all offered without me asking. she also knows many…”
Ethical elephant sanctuary day trip from Bangkok to Pattaya for feeding, walking, mud spa, swimming, plus Thai lunch and fruit.
“Absolutely amazing! We got so close to the elephants and were able to interact with all of them safely and respectfully. I would definitely recommend again. An experience of a lifetime.”
Krabi 4 Islands by speedboat with Tup sandbar, Chicken Island snorkeling, Poda beach lunch box, and Phra Nang Cave shrine.
“very interesting tour! perfect beaches! the guide Canteen is amazing, kind and helpful girl.”
Chiang Mai day trip to Doi Inthanon for summit views, Twin Pagodas, Kew Mae Pan hike (Nov–May), Wachirathan Waterfall, plus Hmong culture.
“James was a great guide, funny, knowledgeable and very helpful, we really enjoyed our day and the experience was the best one so far in our trip. The hike through the mountains was our highlight! Highly recommended”
