Itinerary of First-Time Thailand in 9 Days
Cities/Islands Covered in 9 Days
- Bangkok
- Kanchanaburi
- Koh Tao
- Koh Samui
- Phuket
- Islands of Phang-Nga
- Islands of Krabi
Day 1 – Explore Wat Pho and Chinatown in Bangkok
- Reach Bangkok and check in at KS Guesthouse, Khao San Road
- Visit Wat Pho and enjoy Thai massage there
- Take the boat on Chao Phraya river
- Visit Chinatown
For details, please follow First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 1
Day 2 – Kanchanaburi Day-Trip from Bangkok
- Taling Chan Floating Market
- Tiger Temple of Kanchanaburi (a big “NO”)
- Nightlife at Khao San Road
For details, please follow First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 2
Day 3 – Visit to Siam Square, Bangkok
- Explore Siam Square Shopping District
- Madame Tussaud’s, Siam Discovery
- Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World (not recommended)
- Early dinner at Food Republic, Siam Center
- Overnight bus to Gulf of Thailand from Khao San Road
For details, please follow First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 3
Day 4 – Scuba-Diving and Snorkeling in Koh Tao
- Chumphon pier to Koh Tao pier by high-speed catamaran
- Scuba-diving at Koh Tao
- UV Snorkeling at Koh Tao
- Explore Sairee village, Koh Tao
For details, please follow First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 4
Day 5 – Unwind Youself in Koh Samui
- Koh Tao pier to Koh Samui pier by high-speed catamaran
- Free shuttle bus to Samui Mermaid Resort
- Relax and dinner by the beach
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Day 6 – Koh Samui Sightseeing and Phuket Nightlife
- Big Buddha Temple
- Hin Ta-Hin Yai Rocks
- Wat Khunaram
- Koh Samui pier to Donsak pier (Surat Thani) followed by minivan transfer to Phuket
- Nightlife at Bangla Road
For details, please follow First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 6
Day 7 – Phang-Nga and Krabi Speedboat Tour from Phuket
- Hong Island, Phang-Nga
- Kayaking at Koh Phanak Caves and Lagoons, Phang-Nga
- Lunch at Traditional Floating Village, Koh Panyi
- James Bond Island, Phang-Nga
- Swimming and Snorkeling at Hong Island, Krabi
For details, please visit First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Day 7
Days 8-9 – Shopping in Chatuchak Weekend Market
- Fly back to Bangkok
- Shopping in Chatuchak Weekend Market
- Back to Home Country
For details, please visit First-Time Thailand in 9 Days – Days 8-9
Net Expense for 1 person in 9 Days (in THB)
The total expense of the full trip of Bangkok-Kanchanaburi-Koh Tao-Koh Samui-Phuket-Islands of Phang-Nga and Krabi-Bangkok in 9 Days for 1 person totaled up to 28000 THB
Kindly note that this total expense is based on the sharing expense of one person. This is just to help you have a rough idea about the total expense of a single person. When you travel alone or in groups of different numbers, the expenses will differ.
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I visited Thailand a few years ago and did the typical itinerary – Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket & Krabi. However, I now wish to return to do some of things I missed. Particularly Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. But after reading your post, I am adding more destinations to my list! I really want to go scuba diving in Koh Tao and visit Koh Samui as well. They both look absolutely gorgeous! I can’t wait to get back and eat some more delicious Thai food and watch some more amazing sunset!
Yes, Gulf of Thailand is a must.
I was born and raised in the Philippines and never had the chance to go to Thailand yet even though those two countries are very close to each other. If I do go to Thailand, I would love to check out the floating market, the temples, and the beaches <3 How much is 28000 THB in US$? and I’m assuming that doesn’t include flights?
Yes, you must visit Thailand soon. 28,000 THB is just around 850 US$ and yes, it does not include flights of course.
What an itinerary! I think that you have highlighted many of the places that people hear about and want to visit in Thailand, at least on a first visit. I like how you have sightseeing, speed boat tours, scuba diving, and hanging out on beaches in this itinerary. A little bit for everyone!
Yes, it is a great plan for the first-timers.
This is a great itinerary. I do hope you plan to write detailed posts on every one of the things you got to visit in Thailand!
Oh yes, I have detailed posts on each of them. I guess you missed noticing the links related to each day of my plan.
I definitely didn’t see enough of Thailand the 2 times I visited! I’d like to try out Koh Tao and do some snorkelling there; hopefully I’ll see some great underwater creatures! The market is always a must see for me!
Oh yes, you must visit Gulf of Thailand when you visit Thailand.
I am going to Thailand in August and I am so excited to explore al these places. Although I am trying to skip beaches and go to Chiang Mai and further so I will be more interested in clicking markets and temples.
That’s great to know.
Such a pity that I did not make it to Kanchanaburi when I was in Bangkok, looks like a great day trip. Also, diving and snorkeling in Koh Tao sounds like a fantastic plan. I’ve always wanted to go to Koh Samui as well so it is already in my list of places to visit in Thailand on my second trip 😉
There is always a next time, Medha.
This is perfect for me. I’m planning a trip to Thailand next fall and love this itinerary. I’ve always wanted to learn to SCUBA Dive as well, and I’ve head Koh Tao is a perfect place to do it. Can’t wait for this trip.
You will have a great time!
This is an amazing itinerary for a memorable trip to Thailand. I haven’t been to Thailand yet but it is on our bucket list and this kind of itinerary that helps introduce a first time visitor (like me) to Thailand is exactly what I have been looking for. The links to the detailed post for each day are also so informative. Thanks for the helpful post – will be referring to it when we plan our visit to Thailand.
Sure Aditi.
I like this itinerary, you covered very nice spots. I have visited them all except doing the snorkeling tour. Moreover, I think going to Chatuchak market before the flight is a great idea, except the market in Chiang mai, Chauchak is the best in the coutntry.
I really love Chatuchak.
I’ve had my eyes on Thailand for a long time now, but I never got to visit it. It’s a bit far from me, but maybe in a year or two I’ll be able to make it there. I’ll keep this list in mind!
It would be great if you visit. You would love it.
You have covered a lot in 9 days and thanks for providing such a detailed information about what to do in each city with expenses. I got time to visit Bangkok but not other places, so saving your post for useful details.
Sure, Yukti.