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Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the Grand Palace
Check into Mandarin Oriental, known for its luxury and riverside location.
Morning: Arrive and settle in. Enjoy a light lunch at the hotel.
Afternoon: Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).
Evening: Dinner at Sala Rattanakosin, with views of Wat Arun. Explore Asiatique the Riverfront for shopping and entertainment.
Day 2: Temple Tour & Shopping
Morning: Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) and Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha).
Afternoon: Explore Chatuchak Weekend Market or Siam Paragon for shopping.
Evening: Street food tour in Chinatown (Yaowarat Road).
Day 3: Day Trip to Ayutthaya
All Day: Guided tour to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital. Explore historical sites like Wat Mahathat and Wat Ratchaburana.
Evening: Return to Bangkok and relax at your hotel.
Day 4: Arrival in Chiang Mai & Doi Suthep
Hotel: Check into Anantara Chiang Mai Resort.
Afternoon: Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a sacred temple with panoramic views of the city.
Evening: Visit the Night Bazaar for shopping and dinner.
Day 5: Elephant Sanctuary
All Day: Visit Elephant Nature Park, a rescue and rehabilitation center for elephants. Includes feeding, bathing elephants, and learning about conservation.
Evening: Relax at your hotel or enjoy a traditional Thai massage.
Day 6: Cooking Class & Old City
Morning: Participate in a Thai cooking class.
Afternoon: Explore the Old City, visiting temples like Wat Chedi Luang.
Evening: Dinner at The Service 1921 Restaurant & Bar at your hotel.
Day 7: Arrival in Krabi & Beach Relaxation
Hotel: Check into Rayavadee, nestled in the heart of a stunning peninsula.
Afternoon: Relax on the beach or enjoy hotel amenities.
Evening: Sunset dinner cruise or beach dining experience.
Day 8: Island Hopping
All Day: Island hopping tour, including visits to the Phi Phi Islands and Railay Beach.
Evening: Dinner at The Grotto, beneath a limestone cliff on Phra Nang Beach.
Day 9: Adventure Day
Day Trip: Kayaking in Ao Thalane or a trip to the hot springs and Emerald Pool.
Evening: Relax at the hotel or explore local dining options in Krabi town.
Day 10: Arrival in Phuket & Exploring
Hotel: Check into Centara Grand, a luxury beachfront resort.
Afternoon: Visit Old Phuket Town, known for its Sino-Portuguese architecture.
Evening: Attend the Simon Cabaret show or Phuket FantaSea, a cultural theme park.
Day 11: Beach & Relaxation Day
All Day: Relax at the hotel, enjoy the beach, or visit Patong Beach.
Evening: Seafood dinner at Kan Eang@Pier restaurant.
Day 12: James Bond Island Tour
Day Trip: Boat tour to James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay.
Evening: Relax at your resort, maybe a spa session.
Day 13: Snorkeling & Wellness
Morning: Go for a snorkeling or diving trip.
Afternoon: Enjoy a spa and wellness session at your hotel.
Evening: Dinner at Mom Tri's Kitchen for exquisite Thai cuisine.
Day 14: Departure
Morning: Last-minute shopping or beach time.
Afternoon: Departure from Phuket.
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This itinerary is part of our ongoing series on travel to Thailand. For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor Dolapo Owolabi's guide, Guide to a Beach Vacation on the Thai Islands.