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Ultimate Thailand Journey


Image of mist-covered rice terraces in Chiang Mai in the north of Thailand - KILROY

Suggested itinerary

Home - Bangkok - Kanchanaburi - Bangkok - Umphang District - Surat Thani - Koh Samui - Koh Pha Nga - Koh Tao - Bangkok - Home

This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customised to suit your unique travel plans. Make it longer, make it shorter. Add in the things you want to do. Get in touch with our travel experts to turn this itinerary into your dream trip.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai 7-day group adventure

After arrival in Bangkok you start your Thailand journey together with like-minded backpackers. Meet the crew in Thailand's capital and enjoy the next week together when you travel from Bangkok up to Chiang Mai. You'll make stops in Kanchanaburi, famous for its nearby waterfalls and the iconic Railway of Death amongst other things, Ayutthaya where a majestic Buddha statue is found and Srinakarin Dam National Park where you'll be sleeping on a floating-raft.

Touch down in Chiang Mai where you'll have a few days together with your new friends before exploring the surrounding area on your own - we can help with accommodation if you need it.

Umphang Wildlife Explorer Back to Bangkok

This 6-day trip is for all the nature lovers out there. You'll be trekking in some of the most beautiful surroundings, rafting down rivers, spotting incredible wildlife such as elephants and monkeys, sleeping in both homestays and intent in the national parks.

You'll also visit Southeast Asia's highest waterfall, Thi Lor Su, and if the water conditions allows for it, you can cliff jump into the waterfall and cool down in the refreshing clear water. This part of the trip ends in Bangkok, where the next stretch is on your own.

Southern Thailand Explore on your own

We recommend that you take the train from Bangkok down towards Surat Thani. Khao Sok National Park is definitely worth a stop on the way, if you're dreaming of staying in the lush wilderness surrounded only by the nature. Phuket or Krabi are other popular choices in the South. From Surat Thani you can head in the direction of Koh Samui and replace the jungle surroundings with beach chairs.

Koh Pha Ngan It's time for the Full Moon Party

Koh Pha Ngan is famous for it's wild Full Moon parties. Or half moon parties. Or just in general parties. We have included a 5-day stay in a hostel, including a fun Full Moon Party experience. Dance through the night and chill during the day. This is a great place to meet backpackers from all over the world, so make sure to charge your social batteries.

Koh Tao Learn to dive

After some hectic days, it's time for you to explore a world that doesn't include buckets, colorful straws and dance rhythms through the night. Head on to Koh Tao where we have included a 5-day learn-to-dive course. You'll get a PADI certification upon completion and you will learn to navigate under the surface. The dive course comes with both theoretical and practical learnings and you can use your newly acquired diving certificate when you want to dive anywhere else in the world.

Back to Bangkok Last part of your journey

Take a day or two resting after your diving certificate and then head back to Bangkok where you can either choose to board the plane back home as suggested in this itinerary, or you can choose to continue your trip. It's totally up to you. Whatever your plans are, we'll make sure to plan accordingly.

View the full itinerary as a list

Recommended duration

1 month

Start/End

Bangkok

Travel type

Backpacking

Inclusions

Flights, group adventure tours and diving package

Book this itinerary
This itinerary is the perfect option if you want to experience everything Thailand has to offer in around one month, and together with likeminded backpackers. We have included several group adventures to ensure you get to see Thailand's highlights while making new friends en route!

 

You start your journey in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. Here you'll meet your new travel buddies before heading northwards to Chiang Mai. It's a 7-day group adventure and takes you through Kanchanaburi & Srinakarin Dam National Park.

Stay for a few days in Chiang Mai on your own, and get ready to an extraordinary trip through the picturesque Umphang district between Chiang Mai and Bangkok. 

From Bangkok you find your own way to Surat Thani (we recommend the train) before it's time for you to explore some of the islands of the East coast of Thailand, Koh Tao, Koh Samui and Koh Pha Ngan are solid suggestions. When you're reaching Koh Pha Ngan we have included a fun 5-day stay in a hostel with other backpackers that includes an eventful Full Moon party!

When you're arriving in Koh Tao we have included a 5-day learn-to-dive course including accommodation, so no need to worry about that - just get ready to explore life under the surface of one the most famous diving islands in the world. 

The rest of the itinerary is up to you, and when you're ready you just find your way to Bangkok and board the plane home.

*From price per person based on shared accommodation

What's included
  • Return flights from the UK to Bangkok
  • 7-day group trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
  • 6-day Umphang trek from Chiang Mai to Bangkok
  • 5 days in Koh Pha Ngan incl. Full Moon Party
  • 5-day Learn to Dive package in Koh Tao
  • Booking fees
  • Services of your own travel specialist
What's not included
  • Travel insurance (but we can help you with that!)
  • Vaccinations (ask about our discount with Nomad Travel)
  • Meals (other than those included in the adventure tours)
  • Optional activities

Suggested itinerary

Home - Bangkok - Kanchanaburi - Bangkok - Umphang District - Surat Thani - Koh Samui - Koh Pha Nga - Koh Tao - Bangkok - Home

This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customised to suit your unique travel plans. Make it longer, make it shorter. Add in the things you want to do. Get in touch with our travel experts to turn this itinerary into your dream trip.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai 7-day group adventure

After arrival in Bangkok you start your Thailand journey together with like-minded backpackers. Meet the crew in Thailand's capital and enjoy the next week together when you travel from Bangkok up to Chiang Mai. You'll make stops in Kanchanaburi, famous for its nearby waterfalls and the iconic Railway of Death amongst other things, Ayutthaya where a majestic Buddha statue is found and Srinakarin Dam National Park where you'll be sleeping on a floating-raft.

Touch down in Chiang Mai where you'll have a few days together with your new friends before exploring the surrounding area on your own - we can help with accommodation if you need it.

Umphang Wildlife Explorer Back to Bangkok

This 6-day trip is for all the nature lovers out there. You'll be trekking in some of the most beautiful surroundings, rafting down rivers, spotting incredible wildlife such as elephants and monkeys, sleeping in both homestays and intent in the national parks.

You'll also visit Southeast Asia's highest waterfall, Thi Lor Su, and if the water conditions allows for it, you can cliff jump into the waterfall and cool down in the refreshing clear water. This part of the trip ends in Bangkok, where the next stretch is on your own.

Southern Thailand Explore on your own

We recommend that you take the train from Bangkok down towards Surat Thani. Khao Sok National Park is definitely worth a stop on the way, if you're dreaming of staying in the lush wilderness surrounded only by the nature. Phuket or Krabi are other popular choices in the South. From Surat Thani you can head in the direction of Koh Samui and replace the jungle surroundings with beach chairs.

Koh Pha Ngan It's time for the Full Moon Party

Koh Pha Ngan is famous for it's wild Full Moon parties. Or half moon parties. Or just in general parties. We have included a 5-day stay in a hostel, including a fun Full Moon Party experience. Dance through the night and chill during the day. This is a great place to meet backpackers from all over the world, so make sure to charge your social batteries.

Koh Tao Learn to dive

After some hectic days, it's time for you to explore a world that doesn't include buckets, colorful straws and dance rhythms through the night. Head on to Koh Tao where we have included a 5-day learn-to-dive course. You'll get a PADI certification upon completion and you will learn to navigate under the surface. The dive course comes with both theoretical and practical learnings and you can use your newly acquired diving certificate when you want to dive anywhere else in the world.

Back to Bangkok Last part of your journey

Take a day or two resting after your diving certificate and then head back to Bangkok where you can either choose to board the plane back home as suggested in this itinerary, or you can choose to continue your trip. It's totally up to you. Whatever your plans are, we'll make sure to plan accordingly.

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