THAILAND · WHAT TO DO
The ones worth your time.
The 15 morning tours travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.
A 4-hour Chiang Mai sunrise tour linking Doi Suthep, Wat Pha Lat, and Wat Umong with a small-group feel and responsible touches.
“James was so amazing!!!! He taught us all the basics of Buddhism which I had never learned and they were patient when my partner and I showed up a few minutes late.”
Morning speedboat from Phi Phi to Maya Bay for a crowd-avoiding sunrise, plus snorkel stops with blacktip reef sharks, lagoon swim, monkeys, and optional Bamboo Island.
“My daughter and myself liked this tour , first time she done snokling and loved it . 2 locations with lots of activity.”
Small-group Phi Phi sunrise or day trip from Phuket by speedboat: Khai Island, Maya Bay, Viking Cave, and Bamboo snorkeling.
“Each and every member of the crew worked hard, were professional and courteous and made sure we had an amazing experience. They made sure my elderly parents felt comfortable and safe. The photographs and vids are amazing as well. Overall, a really well-organized triRead more”
Morning half-day Chiang Mai temple tour to Wat Pha Lat and Doi Suthep. Jungle serenity, 306 steps, and a gold relic pagoda with an English guide.
“the two temples we saw were amazing. Our guide was lovely. Although we didnt have as much time as I would have wanted in each temple it was enough time to experience them. I would recommend.”
Ride Chiang Mai’s Old City by bike with a small group, temple stops, and a market snack break, morning or night.
“We had booked the evening tour. When we got there we found that there was only the 2 of us so felt like a private tour. The bikes were great and the guide, Kitty, was very knowledgeable and helpful. The routes we took were safe and easy and very well guided. The Wats were quiet…”
Wake to free-roaming elephants in Chiang Mai, spend a night in a forest homestay, then bamboo raft and swim at Mae Wang.
“One of those trips that will stay with you forever. Waking up to feed the elephants at your own cabin was very special indeed. Mosquito nets provided and very clean. Staff so friendly with lots of travelling tips and very knowledgeable. Great dinner too… eating with the elephants ❤️very reasonable for everything offered. Don’t hesitate…”
Chiang Mai morning market and organic garden tour, then cook 6 Thai dishes at your own wok, with lunch and a recipe book included.
“Excellent local fresh market tour with a lot of information about local produce and its use then followed by a great lesson in Thai cooking. All ending in a delicious 4 course meal that we cooked ourselves, We would rate thie at 6 stars if we could,”
Cycle Chiang Mai Old City by morning or night with an English guide, temples, gates, and a market stop, plus snacks and helmet.
“Gun was the perfect tour guide he was very knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor, I felt the tour was the perfect length. I learnt things I wouldn’t have known by exploring by myself. We were also provided with water and local snacks for no extra charge.”
Sunrise hike, canoeing through Phang Nga lagoons, and a no-crowd James Bond Island stop on a small-group day from Phuket.
“I think that the overall experience is that this was an amazing tour ... even if getting up at 3am was a bit ‘tricky’ But it proved to pay off ... we ended in first row for the sunrise pictures, and being the first and only people on James Bond Island 👍🏼 Afterwards we climbed…”
Chiang Mai organic farm cooking class with Somphet Market tour and hotel pickup. Learn Thai basics, cook several dishes, $29.
“Excellent class. Beautiful setting. Funny chef! We picked herbs in his garden to cook with. Lots of food!”
Morning Thai cooking in Chiang Mai with a market visit and organic farm tour, then make four dishes at open-air stations plus mango sticky rice.
“Everything fantastic and interesting. Good time for all of us. Lovely place and people. Food great as well.”
Morning ethical elephant sanctuary near Pattaya with small groups, hands-on feeding and bathing, Thai lunch, and hotel transfers.
“The staff was extremely nice. The elephants were well taken care of. The sanctuary starts at 8. We arrived 2 hours early. Overall, amazing experience.”
6 a.m. speedboat from Phi Phi Don to Maya Bay at sunrise, plus Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, and Bamboo Island snorkeling.
“Great experience! Highly recommend. Snorkeling so much better than expected and you get to do it twice. Boat was great, guides were great. Seemed like an appropriate amount of time at each place. First people there at Maya bay gate (Read more”
Early-morning longtail boat to Maya Bay with Viking Cave sunrise, Monkey Beach, and Pileh Lagoon snorkeling. Small groups, $33 plus park fee.
“wonderful trip, early is the best way to this this stunning place. guides were brilliant 100% recommended”
Sunrise Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon snorkeling, Viking Cave murals, monkeys on Monkey Island, Bamboo Island lunch, and Shark Point swims by speedboat.
“Amazing! Our guide was the best!!! Best tour we made ever! Highly recommend!!!”
