The 15 Best Day Trips in Thailand

From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip - Meeting near Asok without starting the day stressed

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,084 reviews · 8 hours · from $48Our pick

Review of Bangkok to Ayutthaya day trip with four historic sites, Ayothaya Floating Market, guides, transport, timing, and value tips.

“My flight leaving Bangkok was late at night, so I joined this tour to fill the time after checking out of my hotel, although it wasn't my first time in Ayutaya. Meeting at 10 AM in convenient Asoke and scheduled to finish by 6 PM. An ideal schedule, and the tour itself exceeded my expectations. ★In this tour, each spot had a scheduled stay of one hour or 45 minutes. And at each location, our tour guide Jenny would give a detailed explanation for the first 10 minutes or so. The rest of the time was free time. That was a very appropriate time allocation. ★Jenny was always waiting attentively…”

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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

2.Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Explore Krabi’s four islands by longtail boat with snorkeling, a sandbar walk, Thai lunch, hotel transfers, and private tour options.

“We booked this tour and we loved it (except the first stop which is really just terribly overcrowded and not wort it at all) the other 3 stops were so pretty and so peaceful. But what really made our tour great was our guide LUNA, she is the most amazing, funny and genuine person i have ever met.”

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

3.Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,527 reviews · 5 hours - 330 minutes · from $27

Feed, learn about, and bathe elephants at Pon Elephant Thailand on a five-hour Chiang Mai sanctuary tour with optional hotel pickup.

“The tour was well organised. We had a wonderful time as a family seeing the elephants in a beautiful setting. The elephants are well cared for, and we learned a lot about them. It was a memorable day!”

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Bangkok by Private Guide: Full Day Tour In and Around

4.Bangkok by Private Guide: Full Day Tour In and Around

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,323 reviews · from $72Top rated

Review of Bangkok’s flexible private guide tour, with temple highlights, local food, public transport, pricing, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“We had so much fun on this tour! Kung was a great guide! She was super patient and adapted to what we wanted to do throughout the day! Take this tour, you cannot miss out!”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

5.Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Review of Krabi’s Hong Islands speedboat tour, with beaches, snorkeling, lagoon views, lunch, hotel pickup, and the famous 360-degree viewpoint.

“Pickup from hotel was very punctual, guide was very informative and helpful. Plenty of cold water was available in the boat during the trip, it was so nice during a hot day. We book the trip with kayaking, but because of weather the guide decided to cancel, and the company refunded the difference the same day, kudos to them!”

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Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

6.Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,742 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Circle Koh Tao by boat, snorkel five scenic bays, hike Koh Nangyuan, spot turtles and sharks, and enjoy lunch for $27.

“Activity was amazing. We loved every stop, and we saw so much wildlife- turtles, sharks, starfish, loads of colorful fish and coral. The go pro was also an added bonus- we were impressed by all the photos/videos taken and shared with us day of. The only downfall we had were the snorkeling masks. Ours kept fogging up and we had to adjust constantly. Overall, we were very impressed and would definitely book again!”

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Chiang Rai White Temple and Blue Temple Day Tour

7.Chiang Rai White Temple and Blue Temple Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,366 reviews · from $27

Review of Chiang Rai’s White, Blue, and Light temples, with practical advice on transport, timing, guides, cost, and who should book.

“Was a great trip, Tour guide Banana is super friendly, knowledgeable, gave us value informations about the temples, Buddhism and Thai culture. Nice lunch and nice well climatized van.”

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From Krabi: Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Tour

8.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3,340 reviews · from $51

Review of Sea Eagle’s Phi Phi speedboat tour from Krabi, with Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, snorkeling, lunch, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“Tina and Cookie were amazing guides even though the water was choppy. Mega fun!”

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Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

9.Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,295 reviews · from $91

Review of V. Marine’s Phi Phi speedboat tour from Phuket, with Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, snorkeling, lunch, costs, crowds, and practical tips.

“I love the experience from beginning to end I felt like I was in a paradise Maya bay is stunning the beauty is beyond amazing. Even though you can’t swim in it The. They take you to another islands where you can swim. Snorkeling. Lunch provided on a resort. I was pick up and drop off on the hotel. It’s recommended!!!!!”

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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

10.Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,204 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $34

Review of Phuket’s Phi Phi and Maya Bay speedboat tour, with snorkeling, lunch, beach stops, costs, crowds, and practical tips.

“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”

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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Day Trip

11.Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,020 reviews · 9 hours - 570 minutes · from $28

Explore Ayutthaya from Bangkok with a local guide, visiting royal palaces, ruined temples, Wat Mahathat, and UNESCO-listed sites in one day.

“It was a lot of fun and informative, got to see the various beautiful sites of Thailand and learn about its rich history. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable, fun and we've made a life long friend. would recommend Jack any day.”

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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

12.3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,379 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $24

Review of Phuket’s Khai Islands tour, with snorkeling, beaches, timing, boat comfort, costs, transfers, and practical tips for choosing half or full day.

“This was by far one of the best experiences I had with my partner in Thailand. We could not believe the price offering for the 2 of us! The guide was a great guy and the whole tour was well guided, instructed and very comfortable and chill. The group consisted of families, groups of friends and couples and everyone was so nice and friendly. The islands are worth it. There is so much you can do on the islands as well!! TIP- you have your pay for chairs on the first island to rest and put your stuff. If you have a lot of stuff getting that is wise. If…”

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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

13.Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,162 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $23Best value

Review this Bangkok day trip to Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and Mahanakhon Skywalk for $23.

“mr Boy was a really good guide telling us tons of stuff about the history of where we were going and about Thailand in general. we were very impressed with the service and would definitely book again”

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Phuket: PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch

14.PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,607 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

Explore Maya Bay, Phi Phi and Khai Island by speedboat, with snorkeling, lunch, hotel transfers and practical advice on crowds and sea conditions.

“Best and his team were great! They were so helpful and funny too. Great scenery and views!”

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UNESCO’s Ayutthaya Historical Park: Full-Day Tour from Bangkok

15.UNESCO’s Ayutthaya Historical Park: Full-Day Tour from Bangkok

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,559 reviews · from $28

Review of TripGuru’s small-group Ayutthaya tour from Bangkok, with temple highlights, transport advice, costs, heat tips, and honest drawbacks.

“The Advertising for This excursion is irritating and fair, because first you see all entrance fees are included in the price. Finally it came out that you have to pay extra for all the entrance fees.why are you doing this? This is only to confuse the customer.”

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