20 days in Thailand Itinerary

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Fly to Phuket, Bus to Patong
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Patong, Phuket
— 4 nights
Shuttle
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Krabi Town
— 3 nights
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Fly to Koh Samui, Bus to Bangrak, Ferry to Ko Pha-Ngan
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Ko Pha-Ngan
— 2 nights
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Ko Samet
— 3 nights
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Bangkok
— 4 nights
Fly
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Chiang Mai
— 3 nights
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Patong, Phuket — 4 nights

Attractions like Scuba & Snorkeling and Spas make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Patong side-trips: Chalong (Big Buddha Phuket & Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong)). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Patong Beach, discover the deep blue sea with The Junk Liveaboards, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Patong Elephant Care, and enjoy the sand and surf at Kata Beach.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Patong tour builder app.

Chennai, India to Patong is an approximately 11.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from Chennai to Patong. In January in Patong, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to catch the shuttle to Krabi Town.
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Krabi Town — 3 nights

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Railay Beach and Aonang Elephant Sanctuary. There's lots more to do: see some colorful creatures with Sea Gypsy Divers, head off the coast to Poda Island, kick back and relax at PhraNang Cave Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Ao Nang Beach.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Krabi Town travel planning app.

You can take a shuttle from Patong to Krabi Town in 3 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or drive. January in Krabi Town sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel to Ko Pha-Ngan.
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Ko Pha-Ngan — 2 nights

On the 9th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Phangan Royal Navy Ship, then stroll through Haad Yao Beach, then kick back and relax at Salad Beach, and finally discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. On the 10th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at C&M Learn Thai Culture.

For maps, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Ko Pha-Ngan trip itinerary website.

You can do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry from Krabi Town to Ko Pha-Ngan in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and ferry. Traveling from Krabi Town in January, Ko Pha-Ngan is a bit warmer at night with lows of 30°C. On the 10th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Ko Samet.
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Ko Samet — 3 nights

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Ao Prao Beach and Ao Wai. It doesn't end there: enjoy the sand and surf at Ao Kiu Na Nok and tour the pleasant surroundings at Ao Cho.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Ko Samet vacation builder tool.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Ko Pha-Ngan to Ko Samet. Traveling from Ko Pha-Ngan in January, plan for little chillier nights in Ko Samet, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Bangkok.
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Bangkok — 4 nights

City of Angels

Family-friendly places like The Grand Palace and Chatuchak Weekend Market will thrill your kids. There's still lots to do: make a trip to Wat Pho, take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit), admire the masterpieces at Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC), and take some stellar pictures from Wat Saket.

To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Bangkok road trip site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Ko Samet to Bangkok. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in January, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Chiang Mai.
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Chiang Mai — 3 nights

Rose of the North

Kids will enjoy Nature & Wildlife Tours and Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan. The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Siam Rice Thai Cookery School, admire the landmark architecture of Wat Chiang Man, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Chet Lin.

For more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Chiang Mai holiday tool.

Getting from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Bangkok in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Chiang Mai, with lows of 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Thailand travel guide

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Land of Smiles
Offering a rich culinary heritage, sun-kissed beaches, exotic culture, tropical climate, and stunning landscapes, a Thailand vacation remains one of the world's greatest magnets for curious travelers. In between the busy and crowded cities, the Asian nation features a quiet countryside: a blend of lush rice paddies, flourishing tropical forests, and tiny villages living according to an age-old agricultural clock that continues to play a major role in the locals' lifestyle. A tour of Thailand reveals a deep devotion to Buddhism, exemplified by eye-catching temples lavishly decorated with golden Buddha statues, simple shrines, and lively religious festivals celebrated throughout the country.
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